This list of resorts on Florida beaches is one of my all-time favorites from last year, and I’m excited to re-share it for anyone dreaming of a sunny, adults-only escape.
Since many of you are craving vacation inspo, here’s a round-up of reader favorites you may love—stunning resort recommendations along Florida’s shores.

When I initially asked for your picks for a quick, kid-free beach retreat, you came through big time. It was hard for us to pick, but we ended up staying (and falling in love with) the St. Pete Beach at the Don Cesar Resort—a ginormous pink palace that had it all: a gorgeous room, multiple pools, daily beach setups, restaurants, bars, and even ice cream and candy shops. It was the perfect little escape.

Alright, as promised, I’ve rounded up the recommendations below! All of these places look absolutely incredible for a getaway with friends or your significant other.
Top 10 Resorts on Florida Beaches
Sharing the full list below, but wanted to list the top 10 resorts (in order of most popular) first:
- The Gasparilla Inn in Boca Grande (the #1 recommendation by just one vote!)
- JW Marriott Marco Island (almost a tie with Gasparilla Inn)
- The Breakers in Palm Beach
- The Pearl in Rosemary Beach
- The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island
- The Don CeSar in St. Pete Beach
- Bungalows Key Largo
- Ponte Vedra Inn
- Cheeca Lodge & Spa in Islamorada
- Sandpearl Resort in Clearwater Beach

Reader Recommended Resorts on Florida Beaches
Here is the FULL round-up, categorized by location! I did not include a lot of places that were submitted because they did not include a specific resort (Rosemary Beach, Capita Island, Alys Beach, Siesta Key, Seacrest Beach, 30A, etc.)
*top 10 recommendation
Amelia Island

Boca Grande
- *The Gasparilla Inn in Boca Grande

Boca Raton
Clearwater Beach
- *Sandpearl Resort in Clearwater Beach
- Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Spa
- Opal Sands Resort & Spa

Delray Beach
Destin
- Henderson Park Inn in Destin
- Henderson Beach Resort
Florida Keys
- Hawks Cay Resort in Duck Key
- *Cheeca Lodge & Spa in Islamorada
- Amara Cay Resort in Islamorada
- Bakers Cay Resort in Key Largo
- *Bungalows Key Largo
- Oceans Edge Resort & Marina in Key West
- Little Palm Island in Little Torch Key
- Isla Bella Beach Resort in Marathon
- Tranquility Bay Beachfront Resort in Marathon

Hollywood
- The Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood
Jupiter Beach
Longboat Key
- The Resort at Longboat Key Club
- Zota Beach Resort on Longboat Key
Marco Island

Miami Beach
Naples
Palm Beach
- *The Breakers in Palm Beach
- Four Seasons Palm Beach
- Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa

Palm Coast
- Hammock Beach Resort in Palm Coast
Piacida
Ponte Vedra
Rosemary Beach
- *The Pearl in Rosemary Beach

Sarasota
- The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota
- Lido Beach Resort in Sarasota
St. Pete
- *The Don CeSar in St. Pete Beach
- The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club in St. Petersburg (waterfront, but not on the beach)

St. Rosa Beach
If you have any feedback on any of these resorts, please share in the comments for others looking for a Florida beach vacation!
