The Beachfront Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in December 2022. Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Southwest Florida. I hope you will like it!
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1 JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort Marco Island, United States
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Located on Marco Island Beach, this Florida luxury beachfront resort features 3 outdoor pools, and 2 private 18-hole golf courses. It has 10 restaurants and diverse sports facilities including volleyball and tennis.
A private balcony, marble bathroom, and small refrigerator are featured in all JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort rooms. Select rooms include views of the pool, resort, or Gulf of Mexico.
Relax at Spa by JW®, which offers everything from body scrubs and wrap to facials and massages. Beauty services, such as nail services, are also available.
The resort offers 10 different dining options, including Caribbean specialties and various finger foods at Quinn's on the Beach. Pastries, sandwiches and light salads are served at Cafe San Marco.
Guests can explore fossils and cultural items from Florida's past 2 miles away at Marco Island Historical Museum. Tin City shops and Naples waterfront is located only 8 miles away.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around $1358.
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2 Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa Marco Island, United States
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Experience on-site spa services, well equipped accommodations and numerous amenities and facilities at this Marco Island resort, located directly on the Gulf of Mexico.
Begin the day at the Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort with a meal at The Deck at 560, Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa's on-site restaurant. Enjoy an energising swim in the resort-style pool then relax in the afternoon with a massage from the full-service spa. Guests can also take advantage of on-site water sports rentals, including sailing and kayaking.
Every spacious suite is furnished with a sleeper sofa and private balconies. Suites also include a flat-screen TV as well as a refrigerator and coffee-making facilities.
Discover nearby golf courses and a large variety of shops and restaurants within 10 minutes' drive from the Marco Island Hilton Resort. Marco Walk Plaza, featuring unique shops, a cinema, and dining options is also located within 2 minutes' walk.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $728.
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3 La Playa Beach & Golf Resort, a Noble House Resort Naples, United States
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LaPlaya’s 189 accommodations and suites, 141 with their toes practically in the sand! There’s a little something for everyone here at LaPlaya. Bay or gulf view, spacious suite or sprawling patio … the choice of our transformed guest rooms and suites is all yours. —Not to mention spectacular views of the ocean or bay—create the ideal atmosphere for a beachfront resort vacation. Beachfront and Bayfront hotel rooms feature luxurious accommodations with pillow-top mattresses and goose-down pillows. Airy, Florida-inspired décor with fresh greens and warm golden hued interiors, custom designed duvet covers, as well as executive work desk with complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms with expansive marble vanity and makeup mirror, SpaTerre amenities and waffle-weave bathrobes. Evening turndown service, available upon request, comes complete with an amusingly posed Floridian Loggerhead Turtle, reminding guests of Florida's beautiful beaches. Offering casual elegance to guests, select rooms also tout floor-to-ceiling glass walls in the bathrooms with direct views of the Gulf of Mexico. Visitors soak in calming views of the ocean from the comfort of whirlpool Jacuzzi tubs. More than just a luxury Naples hotel in South Florida, LaPlaya is the only luxury golf & spa resort on the Gulf Coast that promises an experience of rejuvenation and relaxation from your own accommodations
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4 Edgewater Beach Hotel Naples, United States
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Located in Naples, this beachfront resort features an on-site restaurant. Free WiFi access is provided. Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club is 1. 3 km away.
All rooms have a kitchenette, balcony, and seating area with a flat-screen TV. Some Edgewater Beach Hotel room include a water or pool view. Extras include an iPod dock, seating area, and CD player.
When not diving into the Gulf of Mexico, guests can use the fitness centre or buy essentials in the on-site shops. This Florida Edgewater Beach Hotel offers free parking as well.
Coast offers global cuisine with beachfront views. Indoor and outdoor seating is available during breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
The property is 2.0 km from Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens and 7.0 km from the Naples Museum of Art. Collier-Seminole State Park is 32.1 km away.
For guests looking at stays between August 8th and December 8th, 2022, please note that on the dates you have selected, a select number of unoccupied suites located in the main tower will be undergoing a demo and renovation of their exterior balconies, with construction noise possible between 8:30am – 7pm.
Guest review score 8.3,
rooms from around $809.
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5 Naples Grande Beach Resort Naples, United States
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Offering 3 outdoor swimming pools, a fitness centre, and free WiFi access, Naples Grande Beach Resort is located on 23 waterfront acres of Florida's Paradise Coast in Naples, Florida.
Every accommodation features its own private balcony as well as a flat-screen TV, small refrigerator, and tea and coffee-making facilities.
The resort features a 100-foot water slide, 18-hole championship golf course and full-service luxury spa. A sauna and hot tub are available, as well as 15 clay tennis courts.
Naples Grande Beach Resort also boasts 5 restaurants and lounges as well as in-room dining. The beachfront restaurant, Rhode’s End, serves Mediterranean cuisine with Gulf of Mexico views.
Surrounded by 200 acres of mangrove estuary, this Naples resort is set 1.9 km from Waterside Shops, a luxury shopping mall which also hosts restaurants and galleries.
Guest review score 8.1,
rooms from around $351.
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6 Marco Beach Ocean Resort 1211 Marco Island, United States
Hotel. Situated in Marco Island and within a few steps of South Marco Beach, Marco Beach Ocean Resort 1211 has a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 30 km from Tin City, less than 1 km from Marco Island Water Sports and 27 km from Naples Botanical Garden. The accommodation features room service and an ATM for guests. At the hotel, rooms include a balcony with pool view. Featuring a private bathroom with a bath and free toiletries, rooms at Marco Beach Ocean Resort 1211 also boast a sea view. The rooms will provide guests with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a TV. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Marco Island, like cycling. Staff speak Czech, German, English and Spanish at the 24-hour front desk. Collier Museum of The Everglades is 27 km from Marco Beach Ocean Resort 1211, while Southpointe Marina is 28 km from the property. The nearest airport is Naples Municipal Airport, 29 km from the hotel. Guest review score 9.5
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7 Best Western Plus Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach, United States
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Located on the Gulf of Mexico adjacent to Central Fort Myers Beach, this resort features an outdoor pool and rooms with private balconies. Free Wi-Fi and a continental breakfast are provided.
All guestrooms at the BestWestern Plus Beach Resort have a fully equipped kitchenette and a 50-inch flat-screen TV. Rooms are decorated with neutral colours and ironing facilities and a seating area.
After an action packed day of water sports, guests of the Beach Resort Best Western Plus can cook up a meal on the barbeque facilities. A launderette and a 24-hour reception are offered for added convenience.
The J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge is 20 miles from the resort. The Boston Red Sox Training Camp is 30 minutes’ drive away.
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8 GullWing Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach, United States
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Situated on the Gulf of Mexico, steps from beautiful beaches, this apartment-style property offers spacious accommodations, and an unrivaled location, complete with many of the comforts of home.
The GullWing Beach Resort provides guests with a variety of modern conveniences, including in-room washers and tumble dryers, fully-equipped kitchens and DVD players, complete with film rentals from the front desk.
Guests will find a variety of recreational activities at the Gullwing as well as in the surrounding area. Take a stroll along the beach, play a game on the tennis courts, or enjoy deep-sea fishing.
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9 Edison Beach House Fort Myers Beach, United States
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Edison Beach House is set on the beachfront in Fort Myers Beach, 200 metres from Fort Myers Beach and 45 km from Tin City. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, this 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. Every room comes with a patio.
At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a desk and a balcony with a sea view. All guest rooms at Edison Beach House come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with cable channels.
The accommodation offers a sun terrace.
Sanibel Chamber Of Commerce is 18 km from Edison Beach House, while Sanibel Lighthouse is 21 km from the property. Southwest Florida International Airport is 29 km away.
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10 Margaritaville Beach Resort Ft Myers Beach Fort Myers Beach, United States
Hotel. Margaritaville Beach Resort Ft Myers Beach features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a terrace and restaurant in Fort Myers Beach. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set a few steps from Fort Myers Beach. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a balcony. At Margaritaville Beach Resort Ft Myers Beach every room includes air conditioning and a private bathroom. There is an on-site bar and guests can also make use of the business area. Tin City is 45 km from the accommodation, while Sanibel Chamber Of Commerce is 17 km away. Southwest Florida International Airport is 29 km from the property.
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11 Diamond Head Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach, United States
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Facing the beachfront, Diamond Head Beach Resort offers 3-star accommodation in Fort Myers Beach and features a terrace, restaurant and bar. The property is located a few steps from Fort Myers Beach, 44 km from Tin City and 18 km from Sanibel Chamber Of Commerce. The resort has an outdoor swimming pool, hot tub, karaoke and room service.
Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, guest rooms at the resort have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and certain rooms include a balcony.
Diamond Head Beach Resort also provides a business centre and guests can use the on-site ATM machine at the accommodation. Diamond Head Beach Resort can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area.
Sanibel Lighthouse is 21 km from the resort, while Bailey Matthews Shell Museum is 24 km away. Southwest Florida International Airport is 30 km from the property.
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12 Pointe Estero Resort Fort Myers Beach, United States
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This condominium-inspired resort is ideally situated directly on the beach in Fort Myers Beach, Florida. This property features a tranquil and intimate atmosphere, complete with all of the comforts of home.
Guests can feel at home when staying at the Pointe Estero Resort. With private balconies, fully-equipped kitchens and DVD movie rentals from the front desk, every stay can be relaxing and enjoyable. En suite laundry facilities are provided.
A pool, hot tub, are available for guests' enjoyment, and other amenities.
Pointe Estero is conveniently located close to many attractions and activities. Numerous water sports, museums, shopping, and world-class golf courses provide fun for the entire family.
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13 Lani Kai Island Resort Fort Myers Beach, United States
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This oceanfront, family-owned resort is located in Fort Myers Beach, Florida. Features include 3 beach-view restaurants, 7 beach bars with specialty tropical cocktails, and a heated outdoor pool.
All guestrooms include a private balcony with ocean views and an indoor seating area with a sofa bed. A microwave, refrigerator, and coffee machine are also provided. A flat-screen TV is also featured.
Enjoy the beach night club, live entertainment, and family playground at this full-service resort. Water sports, including parasailing and jet-ski hire, are available. Discounted beach chairs and umbrella rentals are also available, and free parking is provided for 1 vehicle.
The Fort Myers trolley stops directly at the resort throughout the day, which will allow guests to explore Fort Myers Beach Island, and Lover's Key State Park which is 12 minutes’ drive away.
Fort Myers Beach Times Square and Pier Lani Kai Island is 500 m away.
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14 The Ritz-Carlton Naples Naples, United States
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Located on the Gulf of Mexico, The Ritz-Carlton Naples features 2 outdoor pools, a spa and a sauna. Free WiFi is availalbe at the property.
Rooms at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples feature a minibar, a flat-screen TV, an iPod docking station, a DVD player, a seating area, a desk and a safety deposit box.
The hotel features seven restaurants and a bar. There is an on-site barber/beauty shop, florist and car rental. Guests have access to a business center and meeting rooms.
The Ritz-Carlton Naples offers , a game room and a fitness centre.
The Ritz-Carlton Naples is 6 miles from Sun-N-Fun Lagoon Water Park and Coastland Mall and 7 miles from Caribbean Gardens and Naples Zoo. The property is 10 miles away from Naples Airport. This is a beachfront hotel.
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15 Marco Beach Ocean Suites Marco Island, United States
Aparthotel. Set in Marco Island, just 300 metres from South Marco Beach, Marco Beach Ocean Suites offers beachfront accommodation with a private beach area, a garden and free WiFi. There is a private entrance at the aparthotel for the convenience of those who stay. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. The aparthotel will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a desk, a coffee machine, an oven, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. Some units feature a terrace and/or a patio with sea or pool views. Guests can dine in an outdoor dining area at the aparthotel. If you would rather not eat out, you can make use of the kitchen facilities, which include a toaster, a fridge and a stovetop. Tin City is 30 km from the aparthotel, while Marco Island Water Sports is 500 metres from the property. Naples Municipal Airport is 29 km away.
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16 Marco Beach Ocean Resort Marco Island, United States
Holiday home. Providing sea views, a garden and free WiFi, Marco Beach Ocean Resort is located in Marco Island, a few steps from South Marco Beach and 30 km from Tin City. Fitted with a balcony, the units offer air conditioning and feature a TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries. An oven, a microwave and stovetop are also provided in the kitchen, as well as a coffee machine. If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings. Marco Island Water Sports is less than 1 km from the holiday home, while Naples Botanical Garden is 27 km away. The nearest airport is Naples Municipal Airport, 29 km from Marco Beach Ocean Resort. Guest review score 7.4, rooms from around $270.
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17 Marco Beach Ocean Resort IV Marco Island, United States
Holiday home. Providing sea views, a garden and free WiFi, Marco Beach Ocean Resort IV provides accommodation well located in Marco Island, within a short distance of South Marco Beach and Marco Island Water Sports. Fitted with a balcony, the units offer air conditioning and feature a TV and a private bathroom with bath and free toiletries. A fridge, an oven and microwave are also provided in the kitchen, as well as a coffee machine. Cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Tin City is 30 km from the holiday home, while Naples Botanical Garden is 27 km away. The nearest airport is Naples Municipal Airport, 29 km from Marco Beach Ocean Resort IV. Guest review score 7.1
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18 Marco Beach Ocean Resort 807 Marco Island, United States
Holiday home. Marco Beach Ocean Resort 807 is a beachfront property situated in Marco Island, a few steps from South Marco Beach and 30 km from Tin City. The property has sea views and is 700 metres from Marco Island Water Sports and 27 km from Collier Museum Of The Everglades. During your stay at this holiday home, you can make use of an outdoor swimming pool, as well as a selection of a hot tub and a lift. The 1-bedroom holiday home features a living room with a TV with cable channels, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave, and 1 bathroom with hot tub. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Naples Botanical Garden is 28 km from the holiday home, while Southpointe Marina is 28 km from the property. Naples Municipal Airport is 29 km away.
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19 Sunny Naples Home with Pool, Direct Gulf Access Naples, United States
Holiday home. Sunny Naples Home with Pool, Direct Gulf Access is located in Naples, 6.9 km from Tin City, 5.2 km from Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens, and 5. 2 km from Collier Museum of The Everglades. This beachfront property offers access to a patio and free WiFi. Opening onto a terrace, the holiday home consists of 3 bedrooms and a fully equipped kitchen. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. Lowdermilk Beach is 5.7 km from the holiday home, while Gulf Shores Marina is 6.1 km away. The nearest airport is Naples Municipal Airport, 2 km from Sunny Naples Home with Pool, Direct Gulf Access. Guest review score 10.0
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20 Luxury Golf Villa in Beautiful Lely Resort with Pool Naples, United States
Villa. Set in Naples, just 13 km from Tin City, Luxury Golf Villa in Beautiful Lely Resort with Pool offers beachfront accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. This villa is 11 km from Southpointe Marina and 11 km from Gulf Shores Marina. The 2-bedroom villa comes with a living room with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fully equipped kitchen with fridge and oven, and 2 bathrooms with free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are featured in the villa. Naples Botanical Garden is 9.3 km from the villa, while Collier Museum of The Everglades is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Naples Municipal Airport, 12 km from Luxury Golf Villa in Beautiful Lely Resort with Pool. Guest review score 9.6
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21 Villa Antonia Cape Coral, United States
Villa. Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, lake view and a patio, Villa Antonia is located in Cape Coral. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, tennis at the tennis court, free private parking and free WiFi. The villa features a hot tub and a 24-hour front desk. The spacious villa is located on the ground floor and comes with 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a toaster. Towels and bed linen are provided in the villa. This villa is allergy-free and non-smoking. A bar can be found on-site, and in the warmer months you can make use of the barbecue facilities. The area is popular for canoeing and hiking, and free use of bicycles is available at the villa. Golfing, snorkelling and cycling are possible within the area, and Villa Antonia offers water sports facilities. Fishermen's Village is 44 km from the accommodation, while Sanibel Chamber Of Commerce is 31 km away. Southwest Florida International Airport is 32 km from the property.
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22 Canalfront Cape Coral House with Pool and Patio! Cape Coral, United States
Holiday home. Situated in Cape Coral, just 42 km from Fishermen's Village, Canalfront Cape Coral House with Pool and Patio! features beachfront accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. The Bailey Matthews Shell Museum is within 40 km of the holiday home. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, an equipped kitchen, a washing machine and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. Sanibel Chamber of Commerce is 34 km from the holiday home, while Sanibel Lighthouse is 37 km from the property. The nearest airport is Southwest Florida International Airport, 39 km from Canalfront Cape Coral House with Pool and Patio!. Guest review score 9.0
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23 Lake View Villa Cape Coral, United States
Holiday home. This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom Cape Coral Lake View Villa is located 3.4 km from Cape Coral Sports Complex. Features include an outdoor heated pool with a covered porch and a hot tub with a lake view. The kitchen is fully equipped, and each bedroom has a 50-inch flat-screen TV. The master suite features a jetted tub, and the other 2 bedrooms include views of either the lake, pool, or garden. Free WiFi and a boat dock with 2 lounge chairs are provided. Two indoor seating areas and 1 outdoor 6-person dining area are included. Additionally, the indoor living and dining areas feature open floor plans. Two adult bicycles and 2 children's bicycles are available. The area is popular for golfing and snorkeling. Coralwood Mall is 7 km from Lake View Villa, while Dolphin Marina is 7 km away. Southwest Florida Airport is 26 km from the property. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 10.0
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