We have created a list with the best beachfront hotels in Florida Gulf Coast, USA. Hotels with wonderful private beach, sea views and public beach. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Emmy Cruz & Sofia Hernandez. Updated January 2024.
Resort.Elegant. Comfortable beds. Situated in Sarasota, 2.6 km from Siesta Key Public Beach, The Residences on Siesta Key Beach by Hyatt Vacation Club boasts a hot tub and a private beach area. Siesta Key is 3.6 km from the property. Hyatt Siesta Key Beach features free WiFi. Hyatt Siesta Key Beach, A Hyatt Residence Club Sarasota also includes a fitness centre, barbecue facilities and a game area with shuffleboard and ping pong. Free private parking is available on site. All units are air conditioned and feature a seating and dining area. There is also a kitchen, fitted with a dishwasher. Accommodations features a spa bath. Sarasota is 10 km from The Residences on Siesta Key Beach by Hyatt Vacation Club, while John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art is 15 km away. The nearest airport is Sarasota Bradenton Airport, 16 km from the property.Show full description
A gorgeous resort with superb facilities and beautiful rooms with gulf and village views. I really like the beachfront location and wonderfully appointed grounds with several pools and barbecue facilities. WOW!
Resort.Close to beach front. Charming. This beachfront property offers an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi access. The City of Bradenton Beach is located 1 km away from the resort. Bradenton Beach Marina is 4 minutes’ drive from the property. Anna Maria Island Historical Society is 13 minutes’ drive from Bungalow Beach Resort. A flat-screen cable TV is featured in each room. A refrigerator and coffee maker are also provided in addition to a private en suite bathroom. The Bungalow Resort offers free parking for guests’ convenience. Air conditioning and heating are also included on site. Palma Sola Botanical Park is 13.6 km away.Show full description
In my judgment, this could be one of the most charming and romantic resorts on the Florida Gulf Coast! It also has nicely designed bungalows with great attention to detail and great outdoor areas, including a well-kept pool.
Resort.Trendy. Lovely interior design. Centrally located in St. Pete Beach, Florida, this family-owned hotel faces the Gulf of Mexico and offers guests warm sun and white, sandy beaches within walking distance of entertainment, shopping, and sightseeing opportunities. Free WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen, and a 32-inch cable TV are included in all spacious rooms at the Plaza Beach Hotel. Plaza Beach features a daily complimentary social hour with beer and wine. A private balcony is featured in select rooms. Guests can also enjoy the on-site heated outdoor swimming pool, and play a game of shuffleboard or mini-golf. Room service from Chick-Fil-A can be arranged. Nearby, Treasure Bay Golf and Tennis is 5 miles away, and guests will also be within 7 miles of Boyd Hill Nature Park.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Lovely property. Great value.Opened March 2022. Set in Panama City Beach, a few steps from Panama City Beach, Hyatt Place Panama City Beach - Beachfront offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. With a restaurant, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. At Hyatt Place Panama City Beach - Beachfront the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near Hyatt Place Panama City Beach - Beachfront include Gulf World Marine Park, Russell-Fields Pier and Pier Park. The property has a hot tub, evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk. All guest rooms at the hotel come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the accommodation. Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the bar. The nearest airport is Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, 20 km from the hotel.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most BEAUTIFUL luxury hotels in Florida Gulf Coast. It also has a highly-rated breakfast, outstanding views from the beautifully presented rooms, and a fantastic pool with a hot tub.
Beach front location. Charming.Opened February 2021. Located in Holmes Beach, 200 metres from Bradenton Beach, Cedar Cove Resort & Cottages provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a range of water sports facilities and a concierge service. The property is non-smoking and is set 600 metres from Holmes Beach. Each room comes with a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while certain rooms include a balcony and others also offer sea views. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. At the hotel all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Cedar Cove Resort & Cottages offers a barbecue. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Holmes Beach, like cycling. Anna Maria Island is 2.1 km from Cedar Cove Resort & Cottages, while The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art is 24 km away. The nearest airport is Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, 21 km from the hotel.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Great bar. Popular among families. Boasting sea views, Waterscape Resort by Tufan offers accommodation with a private beach area, a fitness centre and a garden, around 300 metres from Fort Walton Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The aparthotel has a pool with a view with a pool bar, as well as a hot tub and a lift. Guests at the aparthotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Fort Walton Beach, like hiking. The aparthotel provides guests with a terrace, garden views, a seating area, cable flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also offered, as well as a coffee machine. At the aparthotel, the units include bed linen and towels. There is a snack bar and bar. A water park and outdoor play equipment are available for guests at Waterscape Resort by Tufan. Fort Walton Beach Park is 2.1 km from the accommodation, while Emerald Coast Convention Center is 600 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport, 13 km from Waterscape Resort by Tufan.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Delightful property. Boasting a private beach area and views of lake, Pelican Beach Resort by Tufan is a recently renovated aparthotel set in Destin, 300 metres from Destin Beach. The accommodation is air conditioned and has a sauna. The aparthotel provides guests with a balcony, sea views, a seating area, cable flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with hot tub and a hair dryer. Activities such as cycling, fishing, hiking can be enjoyed in the surroundings, and guests can relax along the beachfront. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the aparthotel, units come with bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop, and a minimarket is also available. Guests at the aparthotel can work out in the fitness room or relax in the spa and wellness centre, fitted with a sauna and a hot tub. In addition to a year-round outdoor pool, Pelican Beach Resort by Tufan also offers an indoor play area. Fort Walton Beach Park is 11 km from the accommodation, while Big Kahunas is 600 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Destin Executive Airport, 2 km from Pelican Beach Resort by Tufan.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most BEAUTIFUL apartment hotels in Florida Gulf Coast.
Resort. Situated in Panama City Beach, 900 metres from the beach, Majestic Beach Resort, Panama City Beach, Fl features free WiFi access. The resort has a hot tub and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. A swimming pool, hot tub, and fitness center are among the amenities at the property. Ripley's Believe it or Not! is 1.4 km from Majestic Beach Resort, Panama City Beach, Fl, while Shipwreck Island is 1.8 km from the property. Each room at this resort is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Some units feature a seating area where you can relax. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. You can play tennis at this resort, and the area is popular for golfing. The nearest airport is Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, 19 km from Majestic Beach Resort, Panama City Beach, Fl.Show full description
Resort.Elegant. Located on Marco Island Beach, this Florida luxury beachfront resort features 3 outdoor pools, and 2 private 18-hole golf courses. It has 10 restaurants and diverse sports facilities including volleyball and tennis. A private balcony, marble bathroom, and small refrigerator are featured in all JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort rooms. Select rooms include views of the pool, resort, or Gulf of Mexico. Relax at Spa by JW®, which offers everything from body scrubs and wrap to facials and massages. Beauty services, such as nail services, are also available. The resort offers 10 different dining options, including Caribbean specialties and various finger foods at Quinn's on the Beach. Pastries, sandwiches and light salads are served at Cafe San Marco. Guests can explore fossils and cultural items from Florida's past 2 miles away at Marco Island Historical Museum. Tin City shops and Naples waterfront is located only 8 miles away.Show full description
A beautiful beachfront hotel with two large pool areas, breathtaking views, and excellent in-room amenities. The on-site game room is also available for kids of all ages, and the gym is perfect for daily activities.
Hip. Cosy rooms. Located across the street from the white sands of St. Pete Beach, Inn on the Beach places guests in the heart of the historic Pass-a-Grille neighborhood. Rooms at the Inn on the Beach feature the convenience of either a full kitchen or kitchenette. Boca Ciega Bay Aquatic Preserve is 4.2 km from Inn on the Beach, while St Pete Beach Theatre is 6 km from the property. Shopping on 8th Avenue is a 6 minutes' walk from the property. A flat-screen TV and dining area are provided in each room. A private bathroom is also offered. Some rooms feature a balcony with panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico. BBQ facilities are available for guests to enjoy. The nearest airport is St Petersburg-Clearwater Airport, 25 km from the property.Show full description
The coolest, most cosy and stylish beachfront hotel in Florida Gulf Coast. It also has VERY COSY ROOMS. Soooo nice!
Resort.Elegant. Great views. LaPlaya’s 189 accommodations and suites, 141 with their toes practically in the sand! There’s a little something for everyone here at LaPlaya. Bay or gulf view, spacious suite or sprawling patio … the choice of our transformed guest rooms and suites is all yours.—Not to mention spectacular views of the ocean or bay—create the ideal atmosphere for a beachfront resort vacation. Beachfront and Bayfront hotel rooms feature luxurious accommodations with pillow-top mattresses and goose-down pillows. Evening turndown service, available upon request, comes complete with an amusingly posed Floridian Loggerhead Turtle, reminding guests of Florida's beautiful beaches. Airy, Florida-inspired décor with fresh greens and warm golden hued interiors, custom designed duvet covers, as well as executive work desk with complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms with expansive marble vanity and makeup mirror, SpaTerre amenities and waffle-weave bathrobes. Offering casual elegance to guests, select rooms also tout floor-to-ceiling glass walls in the bathrooms with direct views of the Gulf of Mexico. Visitors soak in calming views of the ocean from the comfort of whirlpool Jacuzzi tubs. More than just a luxury Naples hotel in South Florida, LaPlaya is the only luxury golf & spa resort on the Gulf Coast that promises an experience of rejuvenation and relaxation from your own accommodations . Show full description
Rooftop bar. Located on a private beach, this hotel features a heated outdoor pool overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Every studio at this Madeira Beach property offers a balcony. The spacious, warm-colored studios at Barefoot Beach Hotel have ocean or pool views and free WiFi. Barefoot Beach offers guests free delivery and pickup for scooter rentals. There is a flat-screen cable TV and sofa bed along with a microwave, fridge and coffee maker. Guests can also enjoy a casual meal at the barbecue area. This hotel is 5 minutes' walk from John’s Pass entertainment and historic area. Tampa International Airport is a 36 minutes' drive away. Renovation work on the exterior of one building will be preformed through November 30, 2023. Please call for more information.Show full description
Resort.Lively. Great bar. This resort hotel is located along the Emerald Coast on the Gulf of Mexico and features tropical gardens. The The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach offers a year-round outdoor pool and rooms with free WiFi. The comfortable rooms at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach are furnished with a cable TV and refrigerator. Guests of the The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach can work out in the fitness centre or relax in the hot tub. Each room has a safety deposit box and ironing facilities. Island Grill offers American cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner and the Lobby Bar offers beer and cocktails. The grotto pool features cascading waterfalls and a seasonal swim-up bar. Additional hotel amenities include a 24-hour front desk, business centre and free WiFi in the lobby. Big Kahuna’s Water and Adventure Park is just 7.2 miles from The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach. The hotel is 4 blocks from Gulfarium marine park.Show full description
This might be the greatest beachfront hotel in Fort Walton Beach, with a tremendous swim-up bar and various entertainment to never get bored. There is also a beautiful pool with rock and bar cave features - making it a great vacation choice.
Beach front location. Cosy rooms. Edison Beach House is a 2-star property set in Fort Myers Beach, facing the beach. The property is located 100 metres from Fort Myers Beach, 45 km from Tin City and 18 km from Sanibel Chamber of Commerce. At the hotel all rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a balcony with a sea view. Sanibel Lighthouse is 21 km from Edison Beach House, while Bailey Matthews Shell Museum is 24 km from the property. Every room comes with a patio. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. The nearest airport is Southwest Florida International Airport, 29 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Historic. Superb breakfast. Beach Dreams. Beal Life. Fantasizing about a Florida getaway? This beachfront hotel is right where you want to be! Located just a few steps from the water on Okaloosa Island, it’s only minutes to the Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park and all the restaurants, retail shops and recreation on The Boardwalk. Beal House in Fort Walton Beach comprises 100 guest rooms – 60 with balconies overlooking the Gulf – along with a well-equipped fitness center, an outdoor pool and direct beach access. The Remedy, a beachfront restaurant and bar, serves up a coastal fresh menu along with plenty of craft cocktails and local brews. The six-story Beal House mixes contemporary décor with a healthy dose of Fort Walton Beach history. The name honors the legacy of Dr. James Hartley Beal (1861 – 1945), a fascinating man of many accomplishments. He was a distinguished pharmacist, an avid shell collector and a creative thinker who fostered the early tourism industry in Fort Walton Beach. Nearly a century later, this hotel connects to his inspirational spirit.Show full description
An excellent hotel with a colorful mid-century modern vibe and its private beach area. Note that each room has access to 2 beach chairs and an umbrella. SO NICE!
Resort.Rooftop bar. This beachfront Lido Beach Resort is on Lido Key and has 91 m of private beach. This resort provides free shuttle services to St. A microwave, refrigerator and coffee machine are standard in every guest room at the Resort Lido Beach. Most rooms provide a fully equipped kitchenette, and some suites have a beach view. Armands Circle and rooms include free WiFi. Two beachfront pools are available; 1 family pool and 1 adults-only pool. The Lido Beach Resort also has 3 hot tubs, a fitness centre, and the Beachside Tiki Bar. Central Sarasota and Sarasota Jungle Gardens are less than 9 km from the resort. The Mote Marine Laboratory is 3.3 km from Lido Beach Resort Sarasota.Show full description
An excellent choice if you want to relax on the stunning sandy beach and take in the scenery. This hotel also has a beautiful territory with two big outdoor pools and a Tiki bar with yummy cocktails and excellent service.
Historic. Great location. This Bradenton Beach resort is less than 15 miles from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport. Guests of Silver Surf Gulf Beach Resort will enjoy private beach access, water sports activities, and a daily continental breakfast. Guests can stay connected with free Wi-Fi and then relax with a beach massage. An outdoor pool and scooter and bicycle rentals are also offered. All accommodations feature a microwave, small refrigerator, and tea and coffee-making facilities. A seating area with a sofa bed is included as well. Guest will be 9 miles from Robinson Preserve and less than 13 miles from the Mote Marine Laboratory Aquarium. Ringling Museum is 14 miles away.Show full description
Resort.Highly elegant. Great restaurant. Sandpearl Resort, a 4-star beachfront resort, is within 4 minutes’ drive of Clearwater BeachMarina and the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. It boasts a lagoon-style outdoor pool, a full-service spa, on-site dining, and elegant guest rooms with free WiFi. The rooms feature warm colours and boast views of Mandalay Bay, pool, or the Gulf of Mexico. Recreation options at Sandpearl Resort include parasailing, beach volleyball, and cycling with free bicycle hires. A 32-inch flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station are provided for each room at Sandpearl Resort. A minibar and luxury bathrobes are provided. A state-of-the-art fitness centre and daily children’s programs are also available. Guests can enjoy exploring the resort’s boutique or the fine art gallery. Dolphin encounters can be arranged, and a variety of meeting and banquet rooms are also available on site. Fine dining with beachfront views, premium meat selections, and an extensive wine list are offered at Caretta on the Gulf. Casual beachfront and poolside dining is featured at the Tate Island Grill. The Marketplace offers grocery items and Starbucks® coffee. Located near Highway 20, this resort is just 1 km from Pier 60 and 3.3 km from Sand Key Park. Caladesi Island State Park is 6 minutes' drive from the Clearwater Beach resort.Show full description
This is likely the most ELEGANT beachfront hotel in Florida Gulf Coast.
Apartment hotel.Beach front location. Lively. Featuring a private beach, these Belleaire Beach apartments include a full kitchen and free WiFi. An outdoor pool is on site, and Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary is 11.2 km away. Each room has an ocean or pool view and a cable TV at this Belleaire Beach Nautical Watch property. Extras include a sofa, towels, and linen. A hot tub, garden, and barbecue facilities are available to all guests. A shared lounge is offered at Nautical Watch as well. These apartments are 12 minutes’ drive to Florida Botanical Gardens and 6.4 km from Belleview Biltmore Golf Club. Tampa International Airport is 31 km away.Show full description
I rate this as the most lively and relaxing beachfront hotel in Florida Gulf Coast.
Great location. Facing the beachfront in Englewood, Manasota Key Resort features a private beach area. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, this 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. Some rooms have a balcony with sea views. The units at the hotel come with a seating area and a TV. All units will provide guests with a microwave. Siesta Key is 50 km from Manasota Key Resort, while Punta Gorda is 44 km away. The nearest airport is Charlotte County Airport, 50 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This small hotel has a great location in Englewood.
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