Offering beachfront accommodations in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., the Sheraton Yankee Clipper is just one mile from the Broward County Convention Center and the shops and restaurants on Las Olas Boulevard.

Fort Lauderdale International Airport is six miles from the property. The hotel's proximity to Port Everglades attracts cruise ship passengers seeking waterfront lodging. Just west of the hotel and a stroll down the beach is the city's principal yacht harbor, home to many palatial yachts.

Built in 1956 and celebrated as a staple of Fort Lauderdale lodging, the Sheraton Yankee Clipper still retains much of its nautical charm. The main pool offers underwater views of the hotel bar, while the beach pool is surrounded by two sun decks. Athletic pursuits include a visit to the fitness center or sports deck with its basketball and shuffleboard courts and a miniature putting course. Culinary offerings include seafood and pasta at the Clipper Steakhouse, while the ocean themed Wreck Bar serves up cocktails and happy hour appetizers. The hotel additionally features meeting/banquet facilities.

The business center offers high speed Internet access for a fee.

Nautical style guestrooms offer city or ocean views. Accommodations feature premium bedding with down pillows and triple sheeting.

Guestrooms include cable televisions, high speed Internet access, desks and in room safes.

Positioned just two miles from the resort is the 180 acre Hugh Taylor Birch State Park. The park offers canoe rentals, a nature walk, surfing and salt water fishing. Ranger guided tours are available on Friday during certain hours.