419 Best Hotels in Florida, USA

With a giant ball perched atop its 20-story round tower, this hotel on the north end of I-Drive is visible for blocks and has a contemporary atmosphere, thanks to the clean, airy design of the lobby. Some guest rooms have views of Universal Orlando.

A favorite of business travelers visiting Downtown's bustling Brickell Avenue, this plush sanctuary offers a respite from the nine-to-five mayhem—a soothing water wall greets you, the understated rooms impress you, and the seventh-floor, 2-acre-pool terrace relaxes you. Inside, a cavernous lobby houses larger-than-life sculptures commissioned by local and Latin American artists. All guest rooms and suites offer city or bay views and a window seating area to enjoy them. Although the pool oasis overlooks Downtown Miami and Biscayne Bay, it's still easy to forget you're in the middle of the city, especially when strolling through the foot-deep wading pool with 24 palm tree "islands" or napping in one of the suspended hammocks. Gym rats rejoice over the beautiful 50,000-square-foot Equinox sports club, complete with complimentary yoga and exercise classes (in fact 100 classes per week!) and plenty of eye candy. The hotel's indoor-outdoor restaurant, EDGE Steak & Bar, is a local dining and happy-hour hot spot for Miami's power players, movers, and shakers.

The Four Seasons presides majestically over Disney's exclusive Golden Oak community, and its luxurious amenities and dedication to service are clear from the moment you step into the marble, flower-bedecked lobby and head for your room. In 2022, Capa, the Spanish-themed, 17th-floor restaurant, was awarded one of Orlando's four Michelin stars, while Ravello, the signature southern Italian restaurant, garnered a Michelin Plate designation. Families love the lazy river and on-site kids club.

Though it’s not directly on the beach—it’s across the street—this boutique hotel offers fabulous, style- and value-conscious accommodations in the heart of South Beach with plenty of art deco history to boot. Originally designed by noted architect L. Murray Dixon as sister hotels, the Gale and the Regent, debuting in 1941, the hotel was resurrected in 2012 by Menin Hospitality. Sun worshippers looking for a scene can hang out on the pool deck in their best skimpy swimsuits or chill on the rooftop with a cocktail. Hotel guests have complimentary beach club access at the Shelborne Hotel, also managed by Menin Hospitality.

Built in the early 1900s and once the playground of the Vanderbilts, DuPonts, and other elites, this gracious, pale-yellow hotel and its expansive grounds and facilities (croquet lawn, tennis courts, golf course, beach club with a 10-room spa) take up considerable space in the town of Boca Grande. Lodge rooms and suites, beach cottages, and villas and guest houses are decorated to suit the inn's Victorian air, with pastel color schemes and coastal-style furnishings. A variety of packages and meal plans are offered. In winter, gentlemen must wear a jacket in the main dining room.

The art-deco, bright Miami vibe oozes through this hotel only steps away from the beach and main attractions of Mid-Beach. There are plenty of room options, including hostel-like bunk bed rooms for the younger crowd, but the Generator is a place for all ages. A gorgeous pool in the back along with Pikio Taco as the dining option that brings in hotel guests and locals alike, The Generator captures the essence of Miami perfectly. Go ahead and spoil yourself with one of the many private room options and enjoy what the city truly has to offer.

One of a few inns on the National Register of Historic Places still operating as a full-service facility, this turn-of-the-20th-century hostelry in the heart of downtown is easily identified by its wraparound porches, intricate fretwork, and widow's walk. Each room is uniquely decorated, and all were recently renovated. For an authentic Apalachicola experience, enjoy waking up here and starting the day with a complimentary breakfast on the veranda, or try dinner or brunch at the on-site restaurant, The Franklin. Wind down after a day of exploring at The Parlor Bar, where you'll find music, craft cocktails, local brews, and bar bites.

The Glunz family got it right when they purchased this former time-share property and put a whole lot of love into ensuring it achieved its full oceanfront potential—from the bottom-floor rooms, you can walk out your back door and your feet are in the sand, or you can also chill at the oceanfront tiki bar or one of two heated pools. Standard rooms have a small fridge and coffeemaker; kitchens (in suites only) are well equipped, too. To stay like royalty, opt for the three-level oceanfront villas, each with 2,300 square feet and a garage. Hungry? Walk next door to Havana Jack's for fish tacos, or have the staff drive you via golf cart to the local bars so you won't drink and drive.

Adjacent to the performing arts center and a block from the sports venue, this luxurious, European-style property affords city-center views and showcases hundreds of pieces of art, along with a rare Imperial Grand Bösendorfer piano, which is played by jazz pianists in the popular Bösendorfer Lounge.

Near the airport and overlooking the Courtney Campbell Causeway, the Grand Hyatt has a lot to offer, including a peaceful trail through surrounding mangroves, a fantastic fitness center, and a shuttle to the airport and the nearby upscale mall. The decor is understated and classy, and, since the hotel caters to business travelers, rooms are equipped to accommodate gadgets. Amenities also include stellar dining options such as Oystercatchers, a waterfront seafood eatery, and the lobby-level 1823 Kitchen & Bar, which serves locally inspired dishes.

It took nearly two years to restore this property—dating from the late 19th century and named after Walter C. Maloney, Key West’s mayor in 1846—into a chic getaway. The decor features a mix of the hotel’s historic elements and luxury finishes and features like a floor-to-ceiling, yellow-tiled shower, an in-room original brick fireplace, and colorful botanical print wallpaper. The double queen bunk bed room has a dusty-pink-and-white color scheme, and the living room lounge features a fancy espresso machine for guests to use at their leisure. A newly built swimming pool and outdoor space offer an additional area for groups. There's no staff on site, so you access your room via lock codes, but if you're looking for privacy and stylish decor you'll find lots to love here.

Defining the Florida B&B experience, this 1925 Mediterranean-revival home overlooks a serene courtyard pool and has loads of charm and personality, while the fabulous owners provide heavy doses of bespoke service. Grandview is located on a quiet residential street, a short walk from The Square and the Kravis Center. The B&B is warmly decorated with terra-cotta floors, a coral-stone fireplace, and terraces overlooking gardens where you can enjoy breakfast. Each spacious room has French doors opening to individual patios overlooking the pool. Grandview also has two adjacent cottages available for weekly rental.

This homey duplex on the water is a comfortable, no frills, owner-occupied resort, where the units are individually decorated and have simple wicker furniture and tropical pastels. Guests—mostly couples during the winter and families during holidays—appreciate the proximity to the Dolphin Research Center, which is practically next door. (The resort offers discount passes.) Guests have free use of canoes, paddleboats, and kayaks. The property is pet-friendly. 

The only hotel near the polo fields in the equestrian mecca of Wellington—10 miles west of downtown Palm Beach—feels a bit like a tony clubhouse, with rich wood paneling, hunt prints, and elegant chandeliers; but inside the rooms are standard Hampton Inn fare. Recently spruced up with new carpeting, the one-bedroom apartment-style suites have sleeper sofas, refrigerators, and microwaves. Some rooms have a lake view. If equestrian pursuits are your thing, this is the place to be. Plus, it's close to some of the more off-the-beaten-path tourist attractions, including kid-favorite Lion Country Safari.

You know what to expect from this chain hotel: well-maintained rooms, predictable service, and competitive prices. This one also happens to be on a 7-acre piece of property with ocean views next to the airport. Rooms are bright and modern with palm-frond patterns, crisp white linens, and mosaic-tiled bathrooms. Most have balconies. The palm-shaded pool and tiki bar looks over the Atlantic, and a covered picnic area with a large barbecue grill encourages socializing.

Proximity to the Kennedy Space Center and reasonable rates make this four-story hotel a top pick for an overnight. Guests deem the rooms clean, comfortable, quiet, and larger than those in comparable hotels. The property also scores points for conveniences like 24/7 coffee and tea service in the lobby, complimentary hot breakfast, microwaves and refrigerators in every room, and a fitness room and pool.

This little motel neatly packages three appealing characteristics—affordability, safety, and a pleasant location between Old Town and New Town at Garrison Bight. Units are boxy and basic, with little patios and lots of peace and quiet. For on-the-water living, book one of the four stationary houseboats with shiny new interiors; each sleeps four. Sportfishing charters are just a block away, and there's a fish-cleaning table on the dock. The pool is small but refreshing after a day exploring.

This condo hotel offers a degree of beach luxury with brightly painted and sea-motif studios and one- and two-bedroom condos, all privately owned and all with a balcony or lanai. Given its amenities, it's a real deal, mostly because there's a bit of a walk to the beach. Only three stories high, it does have some bay views but none of the Gulf. The owners also have a restaurant within easy walking distance.

Music rules in this mission-style building, from public areas decorated with rock memorabilia—Elvis's pajamas, Lady Gaga's latex gown, and Elton John's boots—to stylishly modern rooms, with deluxe bed linens, an entertainment center with a flat-panel TV, and lots of accessible media-device plugs. Its cool "Hotel California" look, hip accent pieces, convenient location adjacent to Universal Studios—along with the perk of using your room key as a Universal Express Unlimited Pass to get you to the front of each line—can make it worth the wallet-denting room rate.

Worth a visit for the rock-n-roll memorabilia alone, the Hard Rock Daytona Beach marries the traditional music-themed brand with the city's passions—auto racing, motorcycles, and the beach. There's a wall dedicated to the city's musical royalty, the Allman Brothers Band; unique items worn by the likes of Rihanna and Taylor Swift; and the mermaid costumers used by Bette Midler and her backup singers during her Las Vegas stint. And that's all in the lobby, where live music plays most nights. Music-themed rooms are modern, and many have balconies facing the beach, pool, or overlooking a concert stage. You choose the genre of in-room music that plays throughout your stay, and you can reserve, free of charge, a Fender guitar complete with a floor amp and headphones. For a special treat, book the signature Rhythm & Motion massage in the spa, one of the best in the city.

This highly rated family-run hotel sits on 300 feet of beachy paradise with plenty of cozy spots, two heated pools, and an atmosphere that keeps visitors coming back for more. Accommodations—poolside or oceanfront—range from standard rooms to efficiencies with kitchens to full apartments with separate bedrooms and one or two baths. Nine rooms have private balconies. There's also a two-bedroom beach house.

Not to be confused with the budget Bentley Hotel down the street, the Hilton Bentley Miami is a contemporary, design-driven, and artsy boutique hotel in the emerging and trendy SoFi (South of Fifth) District, offering families just the right mix of South Beach flavor and wholesome fun while still providing couples a romantic base without any party madness. Occupying two 10-story buildings with a prime beachfront location, rooms and suites (collectively called "studios") range from snug to colossal, each adorned with a perfect mix of art deco redux and modern bling. They feature Italian-marble flooring, kitchenettes, and balconies facing either the ocean or the Miami skyline. It happens to be one of the area's few kid-friendly boutique hotels, and, as such, for the little ones there are child-size beach chairs and umbrellas as well as a bunch of other kids' amenities on request.

This marquee property has a look that is clean and modern yet still has a Clearwater Beach vibe, and staying here is a little less pricey than you might expect. The casual-chic lobby and bar offer excellent views of the beach and pool, and the rooms have a crisp, tailored feel. One of the on-site restaurants, Spotted Donkey Cantina, is a good bet for Mexican fare. This hotel is also right next to Clearwater Beach's revered Pier 60, which offers nightly sunset celebrations replete with performers and local artisans. Parking is ample.

You can't get any closer to the beach than this seven-story hotel, where most rooms, renovated in 2022, have ocean views. For true drama get a room on the east end, facing the water. The pool and beach are only steps away, and the hotel offers beach chair rentals along with boogie boards, bikes, and surf lessons. If sand isn't your thing, enjoy the ocean breeze and live music under the palm-thatched bar on the deck.

Perched on one of the few traffic-free strips of beach in Daytona, this high-rise is as popular with families as it is with couples. Every room has a great ocean view, and the Florida tropical decor is warm and inviting. If the beach isn't your thing, check out the spacious sundecks and two pools, or stroll down to the pier or boardwalk, both within walking distance. The hotel is also connected to the Ocean Walk Shoppes via covered walkways.

This oceanfront sparkler features tasteful, large suites and a fabulous sixth-floor pool deck. Rooms glow with natural light and offer luxurious amenities like marble bathroom vanities and soft linens. The family-friendly pool may have quite a few kids, but adults can easily sneak off to the prolific sunbathing areas flanking both sides of the hotel. On the ground floor, S3 (Sun, Surf, and Sand) is a popular local hangout with incredible food.

Proximity to the beach and comforts like in-room microwaves and refrigerators make this six-story hotel a favorite of vacationing families, particularly Orlandoans on weekend getaways. Most rooms have ocean views with private balconies. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

This compact, nicely landscaped low-rise is near Fort Myers's cultural and commercial areas, and a business clientele favors it for its convenience. Rooms, done in light-color wood, are spacious, with marble vanities in the bath, and have high-speed Internet access and free HBO. A huge aquarium in the lobby adds a nice Florida feel for vacationers.

A hidden find in Palm Beach Gardens, this hotel sits on a small lake next to a residential area but near two shopping malls and close to PGA golf courses. Well landscaped, with comfortable common areas and a friendly staff greeting guests, it provides a respite for both business travelers and tourists. A pool and hot tub lakeside, along with garden seating next to a walking trail on the lake, offer relaxation. Rooms have Sleep Number beds as well as microwaves, mini-refrigerators, and coffeemakers. Ergonomic work stations, along with a 24-hour business center and free Wi-Fi, make it easy for those on working vacations. A restaurant serves three meals, including a breakfast buffet and cooked-to-order dishes; the lobby bar has comfy seating with a lake view, especially nice at sunset.

Staying at this chain hotel across from Centro Ybor means you can walk to the historic district's many restaurants, attractions, and nightspots. There is an on-site restaurant that serves breakfast, but be sure to have at least one morning meal—perhaps with a café cubano or café con leche and a slice of Cuban bread slathered in butter—at a local spot.