The Best Resorts in Marco Island, Florida

Pretend you live in paradise by checking into a one- or two-bedroom suite at this prestigious beach resort on Marco Island, a rooftop pool and spa. All have separate living areas, private balconies with sea or garden views, and fully equipped kitchens – though it’s unlikely you’ll do much cooking here. There’s a poolside bar serving light meals, a beachfront grill for casual lunches, 24-hour room service, and the renowned Sale e Pepe for acclaimed Italian food and a wine list with more than 500 labels.

Time for a family vacation? There’s plenty of room to spread out at these elegant three-bedroom condo-style villas, where you can make yourself at home with a huge living room, stainless-steel kitchen with granite countertops, oversized tub, and home cinema with a gaming system. Elsewhere, there’s an activity center packed with pool tables, consoles and air hockey, an outdoor pool, gym and a free shuttle service to some of the best beaches in the area.

There’s no need to leave this Marco Island luxury resort as this property sits next to 3mi (5km) of private beaches. Instead, play on two championship golf courses, pamper yourself at the spa, or try watersports including stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking and jet skiing. There’s a top-notch day camp for kids, family activities including beach volleyball, and 12 restaurants including a sushi bar and a frozen yogurt shop.

Head straight from bed to beach in moments at this resort right next to the sea on South Collier Boulevard. A roving cart will bring snacks and drinks even when you’re on the sand, or you can choose to be more active with a range of watersports. Prefer to take it easy? The resort also has a heated outdoor pool overlooking the Gulf, a blissful spa, Illy coffee bar, an irresistible candy counter and a waterfront seafood restaurant.

If you want to feel at home but with all the amenities of one of the best resorts on Marco Island, the villas at Marriott’s Crystal Shores are the ideal solution. All have two or three bedrooms, laundry facilities, furnished balconies and fully equipped kitchens. Yet there’s also heated outdoor pools with a waterslide, gym, open-air beach restaurant and a popular pizzeria so you can let someone else do the cooking. After all, you are on vacation…