Best Beach Hotels in USA

The post-modern architecture of this hotel is evocative of the area’s yacht culture. Inside, the design has been led by A++. Choice is a big deal with this brand – guests can select preferences for their pillows, bath products (namely Refinery, Shanghai Tang or Temple Spa) and their minibar treats, as well as having the option of seven different in-room dining options. Suites come with one, two or three bedrooms and beautiful marble bathrooms. And there are three eateries: Cornucopia Gourmet Market, the Spinnaker Pool Grill and Japanese-Korean fusion cuisine at Takato. Included in your daily stay are the use of two beach chairs and an umbrella, a two-hour bike rental and a discount in the spa.

Located in Miami Beach’s Mid-Beach district, Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club is a 357-room oceanfront resort on 39th Street and Collins Avenue, offering direct access to the famous Beachwalk. Originally designed by renowned architect Roy F. France in 1940, the hotel underwent a 2018 renovation by Bill Rooney Studio, drawing inspiration from the glamour of the 1940s European Riviera. The preserved Art Deco aesthetic features original terrazzo floors, lush greenery, and a wraparound mezzanine overlooking the elegant lobby. Guests can enjoy The Lobby Bar, perfect for a relaxed drink. Outside, the resort-style family pool, lined with palm trees and Miami pink design elements, offers a vibrant setting, while the adult pool provides a peaceful retreat with private cabanas for relaxation. The hotel also offers direct beach access with full towel and chair service for an enjoyable seaside experience. Dining options include Bungalow Beach Bar & Grill, a charming beachside spot for wine and cocktails, Donna Mare, the hotel’s signature Italian restaurant, and Il Merkato, an Italian market, coffee bar, and gelateria, ideal for a quick snack or espresso.

Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows brings a classic Hawaiian beachfront stay to Kaanapali Beach with an easygoing, island-inspired atmosphere. 330 guest rooms lie within its 12-story tower, along with 127 low-rise private bungalows and suites, spread out across the 27-acre, oceanfront property estate. Facilities that include two beachfront pools, a signature restaurant and casual dining options, a poolside bar, fitness and wellness spaces and direct access to a wide golden beachfront.

Its appeal lies in its scale, smaller than many of Maui’s sprawling resorts; the atmosphere feels calmer and less crowded, with no daily race for sunbeds and a level of service that benefits from fewer guests. It also delivers a more agreeable room rate than many other luxury properties on the island. Added value comes through inclusions such as wellness and cultural classes, nightly live music beneath the rubber tree at The Branches, tennis and pickleball privileges, fitness centre access, complimentary Kona coffee in room and a free shuttle to Whalers Village.

The Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa can be found on a private beach with seven acres of seafront property containing tropical gardens and sensational views. This tranquil retreat offers a selection of modern and luxurious accommodation options including guestrooms, suites and exclusive Eau Club Level rooms with private balconies overlooking the pool or the ocean. There are multiple exceptional dining venues, offering flavours from across the globe, featuring the world-renowned Nobu Manalapan Japanese restaurant. Seafront dining is made possible at the newly opened Breeze Ocean Kitchen. There are private poolside and beachfront cabanas available, and your littles ones can enjoy the Kids & Teens Club on offer. The hotel is home to 42,000ftsq of Eau Spa and its rejuvenating treatments and wellness facilities. There are also excellent fitness facilities including tennis courts and a range of water sports activities.

The stunning oceanfront LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort offers guests from around the world an unforgettable escape in Naples, South Florida. This award-winning hotel overlooks the clear waters between the Gulf of Mexico and Vanderbilt Bay. The hotel is comprised of a collection on newly renovated guestrooms and suites with some offering private terraces overlooking the turquoise waters. Guests are welcome to dine and watch the sunset in the award-winning BALEEN Naples Restaurant. The elements Bar and Poolside Tiki Bar serve drinks throughout the day. The 4,500sqft SpaTerre Naples offers rejuvenating services including fitness classes and poolside and in-room massages. There is an array of experiences and water sport activities for guests of all ages to take part in while LaPlaya Golf Club boasts a spectacular, 18-hole links golf course designed by Robert Cupp.

Fully renovated in 2017 to achieve a fresh and bright modern look, the beachside W accommodates well over 500 bedrooms, as well as a separate tower for residential guests. Wet East, the pool deck, is the place to be on Saturdays when the incumbent DJ plays the tuns, as the in-crowd sip cocktails on cabanas. But if you prefer a more chilled-out atmosphere, Wet West, the second pool area, provides it. However, few stay here for a quiet life and the Living Room offers the chance to party into the wee small hours. Food can be ordered at Steak 954, El Vez, the sushi bar or the property’s Grab and Go bar.

Holiday in 78-acres of Pacific side resort, at the Ritz-Carlton’s Santa Barbara address. The hotel has two beaches, three infinity-edge pools, a 42,000-sq-ft spa and five places to eat and drink; Angel Oak serves aged and prime steak cuts and has the deepest cellar in the city, ‘O’ Bar + Kitchen features Latin style sharing plates and market specials, while The Bistro (the hotel’s third main restaurant) focusses on sustainable seafood, with a terrace overlooking the adjacent ocean. Rooms come with sea or garden views and upgraded versions have their own patios complete with fires, private luxury poolside cabanas and two bedrooms.

Originally established in 1948, the newly renovated Hotel Continental is a 100-room boutique lifestyle hotel in Miami Beach’s Mid-Beach district, blending retro-chic design with modern conveniences. Inspired by Miami’s midcentury charm, the five-story property features curated art, custom furnishings, and thoughtfully designed social spaces. Key highlights include a MiMo-era kidney-shaped pool, the stylish Mixer Lounge, and Divebar, which features a self-pour beverage wall. Guests can also enjoy Piola, the on-site pizzeria serving authentic Italian flavours. A standout feature is the hotel’s private 34-foot Chris-Craft Launch powerboat, available for scenic cruises, intimate gatherings, or sunset charters.

One of the top hotels in Hollywood Florida, Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort is the perfect option for those looking to kick back and relax or seeking a new and exciting adventure. The hotel is comprised of 369 guestrooms overlooking the waterfront with modern and tropical décor. Guests can choose from the multiple on-site dining venues including the JWB Prime Steak and Seafood restaurant. There are also bars, a coffee shop and Lone Palm Beach Bar. Private dining and events are also available. The hotel has three outdoor swimming pools with cabanas, perfect for unwinding, and waterslide for more adventurous guests. The 11,000sqft St. Somewhere Spa is equipped with rejuvenating wellness facilities a scrub room and offers relaxing massages and packages. There is a range of activities, sports facilities and experiences available to enhance your stay.

For a full-on beach (or boating) holiday, choose this 439 room resort on the Coronado Peninsula. It has its very own full-service 80-slip marina offering gondola rides, surf lessons and sunset cruises. And there’s a beach shuttle – although it is just a five-minute walk along a private path from the resort to the sandy shores. This location does mean it’s a little further out from San Diego, but still within a 20-minute taxi ride. Pet and family-friendly, the hotel has a programme of events for kids, a teen lounge, three pools and a global fusion restaurant to keep all palates happy.