Amazing Resorts You Have to Book in Florida, USA

Pristine private beaches, two outdoor pools, 12 (yes, 12) restaurants, a full-service spa, bike trails, water sports, outdoor tennis courts, two private championship golf courses – there’s nowhere quite like the JW Marriott Marco Island for a luxury Florida resort getaway. Luxurious guest rooms and suites feature their own private balconies, and keeping the kids entertained is easy at the Tiki Tribe kids’ club. For an adults-only escape, choose the Paradise by Sirene Experience complete with beach butler service and exclusive rooftop pool access.

A top Florida resort for hedonists, the Miami Beach EDITION offers resort-style amenities with boutique service. Sleek and sophisticated, the spacious rooms, suites and bungalows are a masterclass in clean, minimalist design. A luxury spa, two outdoor pools and a range of dining options – developed by Michelin-starred chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten – will delight any discerning guest. The party really gets going at Basement Miami, an underground after-hours, anything-goes space complete with a nightclub, bowling alley and ice-skating rink.

Sophisticated Sunny Isles Beach resort Acqualina is the best way to immerse yourself in seaside living. Tuck into the freshest seafood at the beachfront restaurant or indulge in a detoxifying body wrap with marine mud at the ESPA spa. Even the kids’ club has its own signature adventures, including alligator tag and jellyfish arts and crafts. Decompress in the lush gardens, complete with three oceanfront swimming pools and cabanas to rent.

Located in the quiet town of Vero Beach along the Atlantic Ocean, the Kimpton Vero Beach Hotel and Spa offers beachside service, well-thought-out outdoor lounge areas and a top-rated spa. Oceanfront dining is a given here – the tuna poke at on-site restaurant Cobalt is divine, and you’ll want to come back for the brunch burger complete with house-made chorizo. Every room is equipped with a yoga mat for your morning practice, and you can bring your pet along, too.

One of the great marvels in old St Augustine is the Casa Monica Resort and Spa, built in 1888. The Moroccan-themed hotel showcases an ornate lobby, fountains, fresco paintings and chandeliers. You’ll be treated to a glass of champagne at check-in, and the hotel has its own private beach, Ponte Vedra. Dining at the restaurant, Costa Brava, is a must – but make sure you reserve a table, as it’s a popular spot. There’s also the Cobalt Lounge, where you can sip moscow mules and listen to live jazz.

Located on the island of Palm Beach, the Breakers is an Italian Renaissance-style resort with a private beach. If you’re looking for a Mediterranean-style beach club that pays homage to St Tropez, this is the place. Tennis courts, a championship golf course, elegant poolside bungalows and on-site boutiques – including Ralph Lauren and Lilly Pulitzer – are just a few features that set the Breakers apart from any other hotel.

Surrounded by billowing oak trees and 13mi (21km) of white sand, the Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island luxury hotel offers Southern hospitality and charm. With marble bathrooms and Italian linens, tennis courts and four restaurants, the Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island is second to none. Make sure you pay a visit to the spa – their signature Heaven in a Hammock massage combines traditional techniques with gentle rocking reminiscent of the movements of the tide.

This high-end all-suite hotel is located oceanside, in the heart of the Art Deco District of Miami South Beach. With a modern design and Asian touches – including antique jade and teak accents – the Setai is sophisticated, with a peaceful ambiance. The Ocean Grill will delight your taste buds with flavorful Italian cuisine, from grilled octopus to Maine lobster spaghetti, while the Bar and Courtyard offers light bites and an open-air space to enjoy warm Miami nights with near-nightly lounge music.

You’ll find the Black Dolphin Inn in a quiet neighborhood in New Smyrna Beach, on the Florida Space Coast and just minutes from the ocean. This historic inn is set in a meticulously restored colonial-style mansion, with gardens opening out onto a private dock. Each luxury room is decorated with vintage furniture, original art and spa baths. Breakfast is included, which on weekends includes a special grilled cheese breakfast alongside fruit, omelets and hot coffee.