River Palm Cottages & Fish Camp
Stuart
Perched on Indian River, this complex has adorable, if simple, cottages with kitchens, some with waterfront views and all sporting cool tiled floors and a…
Must-see hotels in Florida
Southwest Gulf Coast
The atmosphere at this genteel 1926 fishing inn seems barely to have changed since the door opened. Rooms have a comfortable, retro feel while the dining…
Miami
The Daddy O is a cheerful, hip option that looks, from the outside, like a large B&B that’s been fashioned for MTV and Apple employees. This vibe…
South Beach
Built in 1936, the Kent has a classic art-deco facade, with striking vertical and horizontal lines that seem to beckon passers to come hither for a closer…
South Beach
In a highly coveted location in South Beach (backing onto lovely beachfront), the Shore Club has airy but rather simply furnished rooms with a few color…
South Beach
Al Capone used to stay here; maybe he liked the deco ceiling lamps in the lobby, with their sharp, retro sci-fi lines and grand-Gothic proportions, and…
West Palm Beach
Fabulously located just a block from CityPlace, this pair of 1917 homes has four-poster beds, floral prints, abundant light and a front porch with wooden…
Daytona Beach
Built in 1888, Daytona's most historic resort has undergone extensive renovations in its time, but still maintains its old-world charm. If only the walls…
Outdoor Resorts of Chokoloskee
Everglades National Park
At the northern end of Chokoloskee Island, this good-value place is a big draw for its extensive facilities, including several swimming pools, hot tubs,…
Orlando
The story goes that the owner built this for his (then young) daughter who wanted her own Cinderella castle. Indeed, you can't miss the exterior of this…
Florida Keys
Appearing deceptively small from the outside, this 5-acre property takes up a nice chunk of Little Torch Key and fills it with inviting rooms that…
Tampa
If you've longed to see the bowels of a federal courthouse but are hesitant to commit crimes, here's your chance. Le Meridien painstakingly restored this…
TH Stone Memorial St Joseph Peninsula State Park Campgrounds
Gulf Coast
This state park is one of the most prized camping spots along the Gulf Coast, home to 114 sites in two separate developed grounds. You can stay in loft…
Key Biscayne
Many Ritz-Carlton outposts feel a little cookie-cutter, but the Key Biscayne outpost of the empire is pretty impressive. There’s the magnificent lobby,…
Sonesta Hotel & Suites Coconut Grove
Miami
The Coco Grove outpost of this luxury chain of hotels has decked out its rooms in almost all white with a splash of color (South Beach style). The…
Southwest Gulf Coast
Situated a block back from Times Sq with views over a sleepy inlet, Manatee Bay offers the best of both worlds. By day you can position yourself on one of…
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
Walt Disney World
A Disney taste of the islands means painted beds, pastel rooms, a food court that looks like a street festival during Carnival and a pool with a vague…
South Beach
While everyone else was trying to get all modern, the Raleigh painstakingly tried to restore itself to prewar glory. It succeeded in a big way. Celebrity…
Upper Keys
This secluded resort sits on three pristine acres on the waterfront. The six sunny bungalows are beautifully appointed with king-sized beds, marble…
Palm Beach
Though undergoing restoration at the time of research, the midrange Bradley (built in 1921) offers large rooms and will likely retain much of its previous…
Orlando
Downtown Orlando's most luxurious and elegant option has marble floors, a stunning art-deco bar with massive black pillars, weekend jazz and rich urban…
Key West
With its marvelous deco facade, the Santa Maria looks like it took a wrong turn on South Beach, Miami, and ended up in Key West. The suites themselves –…
South Beach
This hotel-cum-exhibition-hall likes to blur the boundaries between interior decor, art and conventional hotel aesthetics. Almost every space within this…
South Beach
An immaculate white lobby and stylish rooms comparable to most boutiques on the strip – light colours, high-design furnishings and sea views (in some…
South Beach
Inside a deco building, the Setai has a stunning interior that mixes elements of Southeast Asian temple architecture and contemporary luxury. The spacious…
St Augustine
Created by joining three old houses, this buttercup-yellow waterfront inn is dominated by a bi-level wraparound porch with a commanding view of Matanzas…
Daytona Beach
There's a grand piano in the living room, Belgian waffles for breakfast and, oh yes, a heart-shaped pool in the backyard. What more could you want in a B…
Key West
While it bills itself as a B&B (and breakfast is included), the Old Town feels more like a boutique operation that offers a wide variety of rooms – 14, to…
South Beach
This deco beauty isn't a wallflower. The white and lavender color scheme on the facade screams 'look at me!' and the lively lobby-lounge is pure eye candy…
Gold Coast
This hidden garden guesthouse has 28 spacious rooms and apartments (with kitchenette), brightly appointed in colorful Key West style with loads of funky…
Key West
Royal blues, sweet teals, bright limes and lemon-yellow color schemes douse the interior of this boutique property, which also boasts bicycle rentals, a…
Wynwood & the Design District
With sparse lodging options near Wynwood, the Fortuna House is an affordable base for exploring the neighborhood's galleries and bars – though it's still…
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Gold Coast
This Mediterranean-style monster provides everything you'd ever need under one massive roof. In this case, it's casinos, eateries, theaters, a day spa,…
Key West
Nineteen rooms are spread across two historic homes, one Victorian, the other fashioned like an old-school Keys cottage. Inside, rooms come equipped with…
South Beach
The exterior plays a bit with tropical and marine themes (seahorse-like etchings on the center of the facade, with a palm trunk racing down each side)…
Caribbean Court Boutique Hotel
Treasure Coast
In a quiet residential area a block off South Beach, this lovely spot expertly blends understated elegance with a casual beach vibe. Bougainvillea and…
Northeast Florida
Location can sometimes be everything: walk to all that downtown Fernandina Beach has to offer from this hotel, located in the heart of the historic…
South Beach
Overlooking Ocean Dr, the Hotel Victor has an easygoing style, its lobby full of elegant art-deco fixtures, plus a vintage mural of flamingos and striking…
South Beach
Formerly the home of fashion legend Gianni Versace, this jaw-dropping mansion has been turned into one of South Beach’s most upscale resorts – and screams…
Southwest Gulf Coast
The charming, tile-floored rooms evoke a bright, seaside mood and are well located for Sanibel's Old Town; each has a shady porch, tree-strung hammock and…
