I was there 20 years ago, top hotel sherton yankee trader or clipper.
Very nice very expensive. If you are on a budget and just need place to rest your head as you look at the map of fort lau' head north on the coast road about 3/4 mile up from yankee trad, you'll find a bar called the parrot lounge and behind it is the golden sands motel comfortable and clean and a great pint in the parrot,
I have travelled all over the states and know florida , i lived in fort lau' for 8 monthsand then went to st pete's for 2months .
If you need any more help just ask I'll do my best to help you.
ps, I'm only 43. first line makes me feel old and where has that time gone