Thinking about a vacation where you can enjoy loads of sunshine, beautiful beaches, water sports, and key lime pie? Florida is the obvious place to go. Whether you’re looking for the ultimate in pampering with lots of luxuries like lavish spas and gorgeous pools to lounge around or something more laid-back with lots of family-friendly activities, you’re sure to find a resort that fits the bill. These amazing Florida resorts are some of the best you’ll find in the state, ensuring an unforgettable retreat no matter what kind of trip you’re dreaming of.
Little Palm Island Resort & Spa, Little Torch Key
Considered the best of the best when it comes to Florida Keys Resorts, this Gilligan’s Island-style resort can only be reached by seaplane or boat. It boasts 30 duplex units, all under a thatched roof, offering plenty of privacy for couples who are looking to connect. This five-star resort caters to high-profile vacationers seeking gourmet fare, a world-class spa, water sports, sailing, fishing and diving charters, a lagoon-style pool and a private beach. It’s also known for its number of thoughtful touches, including having your name on wood blocks above the door.
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Private beach accessible by plane or boat
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Sailing, fishing and diving charters
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Lagoon-style pool
28500 Overseas Hwy, Little Torch Key, FL 33042, USA— +1 305-684-8341
The Breakers, Palm Beach
If you’re looking for a luxurious romantic escape in West Palm Beach, The Breakers is the ultimate place to stay. One of the most famous properties in Florida, it feels more like a palace than a hotel, with its gorgeous oceanfront grounds, historic ambiance and magnificent landscaping, along with a half-mile of private beach, five swimming pools, ten tennis courts, two 18-hole golf courses, an indoor/outdoor spa, nine restaurants and nearly a dozen boutique shops. You can spend all of your time right here with so much to do on-site. The rooms include plenty of amenities, too, including flat-screen televisions and minibars. If you really want to do it up, book the 1,700-square-foot Imperial Designer Suite that boasts jaw-dropping water views from its floor-to-ceiling windows.
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Half-mile of private beach
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Two 18-hole golf courses
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Five pools and ten tennis courts
Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa, Palm Coast
Located along nearly two-and-a-half miles of gorgeous Atlantic beach on the Palm Coast, the AAA Four Diamond Hammock Beach Resort is most famous for its stunning golf courses, including the Jack Nicklaus-designed Ocean Course, one of the highest rated in the state with six holes directly along the water. Families will have a great time here, too, with the opportunity for kids to enjoy floating along the Lazy River and zipping down the water chute. A full-service spa with a sauna and steam room, a massive fitness center and a variety of dining options also await, including five restaurants and three bars. If mom and dad want to enjoy a cocktail at the lounge and some private time or a game of golf, there’s a kids’ camp for the younger ones, too.
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Jack Nicklaus-designed Ocean course
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Lazy river and water slide
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Full-service spa with sauna and steam room
200 Ocean Crest Dr, Palm Coast, FL 32137, USA— +1 866-841-0287
The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale
Epitomizing the glamor of a long-gone era, the Ritz-Carlton Fort Lauderdale is ideal for couples seeking a romantic retreat. The resort was designed to resemble an Art Deco ocean liner, from its marble lobby and filigreed banisters to the pool deck that gives guests a direct view straight into the ocean. You’ll enjoy impressive water views from nearly everywhere you go throughout the resort, along with plenty of classic luxury. The ocean view deck features an infinity pool, exclusive cabanas, and a skywalk connecting the waterfront, while the fitness center overlooks the Intracoastal Waterway. The guest rooms and suites boast private balconies with views of the ocean or Intracoastal Waterway, as well as spacious layouts and luxurious bathrooms.
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Infinity pool, exclusive cabanas and skywalk
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Private balconies with ocean views
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Art Deco ocean liner design
1 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, USA— +1 954-465-2300
St. Regis Harbour Resort, Bal Harbour
For couples and families who would rather avoid the party scene at South Beach, this glitzy Miami resort is considered one of the area’s most luxurious beachfront properties. It boasts two infinity pools, a spa, a fitness center with personal trainers and exercise classes, and three onsite eateries, including a Jean-Georges restaurant, along with an ideal location right on the beach across from the Bal Harbour Shops. Rooms are large and lavish, with balconies that face the ocean and marble bathrooms. Choose a suite, and you’ll get 24-hour on-call butler service, too. Despite the glamor, kids are more than welcome – in fact, there’s a Children’s Club as well as childcare services available right onsite.
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Suites with 24-hour on-call butlers
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Children’s Club and childcare services
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Infinity pools and spa
9703 Collins Avenue Bal Harbour, Miami Beach, FL 33154, USA— +1 305-993-3300
Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island
Amelia Island, a barrier island off the northern coast of Florida is home to 12 miles of beautiful beaches and the breathtaking waterfront Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island Resort. Ideal for relaxation and adventure, this luxurious resort hosts a range of activities, including everything from surfing lessons to paddleboarding excursions, as well as championship golf, world-class swimming pools, and practically endless dining options. It’s kid-friendly too, with perks like a game room, a kids’ club, in-room treats, and even bedtime stories with a princess, pirate or the properties macaw mascot. If that’s not enough, the island itself features miles of trails, the opportunity to go horseback riding on the sand, sailing, and paddling in the tidal creeks and marshes. After a day of fun, relax in your room with ocean views from your private balcony – luxurious beds with 400-thread-count Egyptian Frette linens and goose-down pillows ensure a fabulous night’s sleep.
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Kids’ club, activities and game room
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Surfing lessons and paddleboarding excursions
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Championship golf
4750 Amelia Island Pkwy, Amelia Island, FL 32034, USA— +1 904-277-1100
Tranquility Bay Beach House Resort, Marathon
Situated on 12 waterfront acres on Marathon Key, Tranquility Bay Beach House Resort features luxurious and tropical Victorian-style homes that are divided into multi-story two- and three-bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchens and spectacular Gulf views. Each beach house includes a gourmet kitchen with a separate dining area, two-and-one-half baths and a living room. After a day of play, enjoy unwinding with a 42-inch plasma TV, complete with premium cable and wireless internet. The French doors, found on both levels, lead to expansive porches with jaw-dropping unobstructed water views of the Gulf of Mexico. Guests also have access to a private beach which includes an eco-friendly fence offshore that keeps this idyllic stretch of sand in pristine condition, free of seaweed and other ocean debris.
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Two and three bedroom suites with kitchens
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Porches with unobstructed water views
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Private beach with eco-friendly fence
Hawks Cay Resort, Duck Key
Step into Hawks Cay Resort, and you’ll feel as if you’re entering a small village, with its massive size and long list of amenities, including its very own 85-slip marina. Many of the resort’s guests arrive by boat, as it’s located on the fairly secluded Duck Key, although driving in is easy too, a scenic 60-mile drive from Key West. Popular with families and for family reunions, it offers a multitude of activities, including a dolphin experience, a water slide shaped like a pirate ship, miniature golf and a kids’ club, as well as its multi-bedroom villas and a small beach that sits at the edge of calm waters. The diverse eco-system provides the chance for renowned fishing, and also brings the beloved Atlantic bottlenose dolphin right along the shore. Access adventure concierge services to arrange a kayak ride through mangrove forests and view a variety of marine life – and, be sure to explore the only living coral reef marine sanctuary in North America.
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85-slip marina and dolphin experience
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Pirate ship water slide, mini golf and kids’ club
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Multi-bedroom villas and small beach
Ponte Vedra Inn & Club, Ponte Vedra Beach
This 300-acre beachfront property is renowned for its country club-style personal service and its wealth of amenities. It features 36 holes of golf, 15 tennis courts, a fitness center with weekly classes, four swimming pools, including an adults-only pool, a lap pool and a family pool with a waterslide. It also sits directly on a pristine, white sand beach. If you’d like to spend your days enjoying the sun, in addition to lounging on the beach, there are kayaks, paddleboards, and bicycles for rent. Afterward, soothe those sore muscles in the luxury spa with a menu of more than 100 services. Numerous dining options await as well, including the fine dining Seahorse Grille with a diverse menu that includes fresh seafood and steaks served up with dramatic ocean views.
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On-site golf course and tennis courts
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Adults-only pool and family pool with waterslide
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White-sand beach with water sports rentals
200 Ponte Vedra Blvd, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082, USA— +1 888-839-9145
Pier House Resort and Spa, Key West
The Pier House Resort and Spa sits on a tranquil stretch of sand at the foot of famous Duval Street, offering an ideal quiet setting while still being close to all of the action Key West is legendary for, right at the edge of the historic district. Enjoy cozy, colorful rooms with a pool, garden or ocean view – or, choose one of the six high-end suites that extend right over the water, providing glorious sunset views. The picturesque courtyard is dotted with soaring coconut palms and hibiscus blossoms, while the expansive complex of weathered buildings includes an original Conch house. It stands out from the competition with its outstanding amenities that include an onsite spa, pool, restaurant, and bar – the oldest in Key West, as well as proximity to Sunset Pier for watching the sun go down in style.
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On-site spa
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Suites with sunset views
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Oldest bar in Key West on-site
Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach
If you’re looking for five-star glamour, the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach is hard to beat, ideal for a romantic couples’ getaway or as a family retreat. It’s jam-packed with amenities while providing a more tranquil setting away from Fort Lauderdale’s main strip. It boasts a private stretch of shoreline with sandy beaches, loungers, and cabanas, with watersports rentals available. There’s a kids’ club and a game room for teens, ideal for parents who want to enjoy alone time, perhaps taking advantage of poolside service or a signature massage at the luxe spa. There are multiple dining and drinking options, from garden-inspired cocktails to Mediterranean fare. Ocean View Rooms include minibars and flat-screen TVs, while suites provide more living space and terraces with Gulf views.
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Private beach with cabanas, loungers, and watersports rentals
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Outdoor pools with poolside service + a luxurious spa
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Kids’ club and teen game room
2800 S Ocean Blvd, Palm Beach, FL 33480, USA— +1 561-582-2800
The Boca Raton Beach Club - Boca Raton
The Boca Raton Beach Club is a popular resort, standing out for its pink hue and oceanfront luxury. Built in the 1920s, the Mediterranean-inspired property features two golf courses, a half-mile of sandy beach with beach chairs and umbrellas, jet-skiing facilities, a surf school, and beautiful outdoor pools. The massive spa is spread over 50,000 square feet and was designed to resemble the Alhambra Palace in Spain. Here, you can enjoy all kinds of decadent treatments in a palatial space fit for royalty, with everything from massages and facials to ritual baths and waterfall pools. There are multiple award-winning restaurants, while many of the spacious rooms boast patios or balconies with ocean views and all have soaking tubs.
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Half-mile sandy beach with umbrellas and beach chairs
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Massive, luxurious spa with waterfall pools
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Outdoor pools and multiple award-winning eateries
900 S Ocean Blvd, Boca Raton, FL 33432, USA— +1 561-288-9944
Acqualina Resort & Residences on the Beach - Sunny Isles Beach
The beachfront Acqualina Resort & Residences offers plenty of luxuries as an opulent five-star property with an Italian villa feel and 4.5 acres of beachfront. Enjoy multiple oceanfront pools with private cabanas, including the main Beach Club Pool, the Recreational Pool with games and fitness classes often hosted, and the Tranquility Pool for adults only. There’s a spectacular spa specializing in “spa journeys” and multiple dining options from the casual beachside Costa Grill to award-winning Mediterranean fare at II Mulino New York. Intimate dinners right on the beach are available upon request, too. All rooms have private terraces and large marble bathrooms with whirlpool tubs, and every suite has an ocean view.
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4.5 acres of beachfront
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Multiple oceanfront pools with private cabanas
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Huge spa and multiple dining options on-site
17875 Collins Ave, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160, USA— +1 305-918-8000
Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa - Bonita Springs
The Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa in Bonita Springs sits on 26 acres of lush landscaped grounds with tropical gardens overlooking Estero Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Great for families, it boasts multiple pools, waterslides, and a lazy river, while a private white sandy beach on Hickory Island is accessed by boat shuttle and is ideal for shell collecting. The full-service spa offers massages, facials, body treatments, and salon services, along with a Watsu pool. There’s a kids’ club and an 18-hole golf course, along with a wealth of impressive dining options with everything from grilled American fare to seafood dishes.
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Multiple pools, waterslides, and a lazy river
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Access to a private white sandy beach via boat shuttle
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Full-service spa, golf course & kids’ club
5001 Coconut Rd, Bonita Springs, FL 34134, USA— +1 239-444-1234
Ocean Key Resort & Spa - Key West
If you’re dreaming of the Keys, the Ocean Key Resort & Spa is an ideal pick, with rooms that will give you a front-row seat to the famous Key West sunsets. It’s located just off Mallory Square, the famous place where many gather to watch the sun go down while offering a beautiful oceanfront pool, a large hot tub, and a swanky bar. The on-site restaurant is one of the city’s most scenic, with a terrace that extends above the water and a menu of top-notch Florida fare. The spa offers everything from facials and massages to beauty services, while the colorful, tropically designed rooms have furnished balconies with city or ocean views.
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Multiple pools, waterslides, and a lazy river
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Access to a private white sandy beach via boat shuttle
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Full-service spa, golf course & kids’ club
Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club - Fort Lauderdale
The Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club is an upscale, family-friendly property that sits along a 500-foot stretch of private beach with cabanas and loungers, offering a stress-melting retreat. Enjoy peaceful strolls on the sand, swimming and lounging around two gorgeous pools, and playing a round or two of mini-golf. There’s a gym that makes it easy to keep up with your workout routine and a spa that blends contemporary European elegance with age-old traditions. There are four different restaurants on-site, ranging from a soda shop that offers brick-oven piazza to an eatery serving modern American fare. All rooms boast spectacular views, with amenities that include kitchenettes and wet bars.
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Private beach with cabanas and loungers
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Outdoor pools & mini-golf
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Full-service spa and four on-site restaurants
1700 S Ocean Ln, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA— +1 954-523-6511
