Everglades National Park
Reserve months ahead to book one of 10 tent sites (or 26 RV sites) at this appealing campground in the Big Cypress National Preserve. The lake looks quite…
Must-see hotels in Florida
Key West
Set in a secluded garden with a pool and elevated walkways, everything here is made from bamboo, rattan and wood. Throw in the rooms’ high ceilings and…
Northeast Florida
Ocala's paddockside Hilton has its own Clydesdale horse, Buddy (and free horse cookies for you to feed him), who waits patiently to take guests on free…
Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
Walt Disney World
One of three self-contained hotels along the same design that are part of the five 'All-Star' accommodation options. This one features icons from Disney…
Sarasota
Boutique-style chain that's reliable and attractive, as well as being close to downtown. Rooms are modern and comfortable, with murals depicting wildlife…
Key West
The Southernmost Inn has 38 elegantly set rooms, the best of which are nice and sunny and have a neocolonial design. There's lots to do on the property,…
Southwest Gulf Coast
Suites and apartments within one of Venice’s grand old homes are available for weekly rental. They all share a heated pool, a lemon-yellow sunroom, a…
Florida Panhandle
In a peaceful residential neighborhood 20 minutes from downtown Tallahassee, London-bred Tracey has turned her suburban house into a homey little English…
John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park
Upper Keys
You don’t even have to leave Pennekamp at closing time if you opt for tent or RV camping, but you'll need to make a reservation well in advance, as the 47…
Long Key State Recreation Area Campground
Upper Keys
Plan well ahead (up to 11 months ahead) to snag one of the campsites at Long Key State Recreation Area. All 60 sites overlook the Atlantic; camping doesn…
Gulf Coast
If you're looking for something homely yet exotic, try the Driftwood Inn, with its manicured gardens, gift shop, resident pets and combination of tidy…
Sarasota
This small hotel has been under new management since January 2019, so previous guests can expect changes, but it's clean, rates are a decent value, and it…
Key West
Sunny, airy and full of artistic touches: hand-painted pottery here, a working loom there – is that a ship's masthead in the corner? There is also a range…
Gulf Coast
This coastal paradise has 54 very private sites and good restrooms amid twisted scrub pines, with a 0.75-mile nature walk through the dune system. It's…
Space Coast
This retro mom-and-pop motel has been around since the 1950s. The place is affordable and right on the beach, with comfortable units containing…
Homewood Suites by Hilton Downtown
Northeast Florida
These tasteful, modern suites in the central San Marco neighborhood feature full kitchens and business traveler–style rooms that are efficient and comfy,…
Treasure Coast
Covering 550 acres and five distinct biological communities – pine flatwoods, wet prairie, marsh, lake and scrub – the Savannas features both primitive…
Northeast Florida
Modern upgrades (like Jacuzzi tubs) integrate seamlessly with antique furniture in this fabulously restored 1903 Victorian building featuring a wide,…
Disney's All-Star Music Resort
Walt Disney World
One of Disney World's budget resorts aimed at families, it offers family suites and motel rooms that beat to the rhythm of kids' footsteps and giant…
Northeast Florida
The 1885 Lassiter House has been splendidly redone as a handsome yellow B&B, with high ceilings, velvet fainting couches and fresh flowers everywhere.
Northeast Florida
Within sight of Jacksonville Landing, this stylish 354-room hotel has lavish, amenity-laden rooms, acres of marble, a heated rooftop pool and free wi-fi.
Everglades National Park
This is a good bet for car campers, just west of Royal Palm Visitor Center. It has 108 sites, available on a first-come basis (no reservations).
West Palm Beach
This tiny island has 20 developed campsites by reservation only. There are some restrictions, so call or visit the website.
Florida Keys
A luxury hotel that ticks all the boxes, with bright and airy rooms, all with private balconies featuring waterfront views.
Gulf Coast
There are 75 bucolic campsites in this state park peppered among the pine woods. Electric hookups and drinkable water.
Southwest Gulf Coast
This historic 1925 home passes for the budget option in Boca Grande. With only four suites, book far, far in advance.
Space Coast
Fourteen primitive campsites scattered throughout the islands in Mosquito Lagoon are available year-round.
Florida Panhandle
The Camel Lake campground includes electric hookups, flush toilets and a bathhouse.
Gold Coast
All three buildings composing the Mango Inn were built between 1915 and 1920 in a residential area. The period rooms are atmospheric, and some are a…
Gold Coast
A collection of palatial Mediterranean-style buildings, this Addison Mizner–built resort is as old-school glam as it gets. Well-heeled northerners make…
Gold Coast
If you dig historical detail, you'll love this 1926 Atlantic Ave classic, complete with an attendant-operated cage elevator. The decor is very dated and…
Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate
Orlando
Fairly isolated, though buffered from noise and congestion by two golf courses, wetlands and plenty of green space. There's an adult-only pool and a…
Walt Disney World
Victoriana oozes from every gingerbread-accented pastel corner, every palm-tree enclave and from the azure-blue waters. This is an 'all villa' resort…
South Beach
Washington Ave is the quietest of the three main drags in SoBe. This is just fine with the Clinton, who isn't really in the style game. Instead the focus…
Southwest Gulf Coast
You'll receive a warm welcome from Bill and Diana, the resident osprey and visiting manatees when you stay at this friendly inn that has great views over…
Florida Panhandle
The former 1843 home of soldier and lawyer General AK Allison (who traveled to Washington to secure Florida’s status as a state and was jailed for six…
Gulf Coast
A really pleasant Panhandle overnight stop is the Port Inn, with front-row seats for the sunsets over the bay. A timber porch with rocking chairs runs the…
South Beach
The Tropics looks a little ratty on the outside, but the interior is nice enough. In fact, it's one of the best of the cheapies lining this strip. It…
South Beach
In the vertiginous heart of South Beach, this place has aging but sizeable chambers (all suites) that are well-equipped for longer stays, particularly…
Naples
The individually owned condo units of this marina hotel are something of a gamble: most are surprisingly attractive, up-to-date, tile-floored, rattan…
