Family Resorts in Florida

1. LaPlaya Beach and Golf Resort

Uncover spectacular hospitality and find your own personal oceanfront oasis at the LaPlaya Beach and Golf Resort in Naples. Nestled between Vanderbilt Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, the LaPlaya Beach and Golf Resort is among the top voted resorts in the entire state.

It is known for plush guest rooms, a welcoming and luxurious spa, as well as incredible beach activities and golfing.

Spend your day lounging at one of the most desirable beach getaway destinations in the country or head to the 18-hole private golf course designed by Robert Cupp at the LaPlaya Golf Club. Meanwhile, guests looking to be pampered can head to the SpaTerre Naples, a tranquil respite with spectacular treatments, massages, beauty services, and even fitness classes.

9891 Gulf Shore Drive, Naples, Florida 34108; Phone: 239-597-3132

2. The Don CeSar Hotel

The historical Don CeSar Hotel in St. Pete Beach offers spacious rooms and suites in a luxurious setting as well as onsite beach house suites that are perfect for families and groups. The Don CeSar Hotel has a well-deserved reputation for being one of Florida’s most kid-friendly resorts. Young guests can enjoy crafts and activities at Camp CeSar in half-day or full-day sessions, or attend Kids’ Night Out events on Friday and Saturday evenings.

The whole family will enjoy visiting Uncle Andy’s Ice Cream Parlor for a sweet treat after a delicious meal of coastal cuisine at one of the hotel’s restaurants or lounges.

3400 Gulf Boulevard, St. Pete Beach, FL, Phone: 727-360-1881

3. The PGA National Resort and Spa

The PGA National Resort & Spa is one of Florida's most unique resorts, noted for its five 18-hole championship golf courses, which host prestigious annual tournaments such as the Ryder Cup and PGA Championship. The 369-room resort is home to a plethora of family-friendly amenities, including a zero-entry pool and children's splash pool area offering safe water play experiences for guests of all ages.

Families can rent fully-furnished poolside cabanas complete with televisions and minifridges or enjoy pickup games of beach volleyball and basketball at the resort's all-ages outdoor courts.

While parents hit the links, children can enjoy age-appropriate yoga courses or try their hand at the driving range under the supervision of professional staff as part of structured kids' club activities.

An annual five-day children's golfing camp is hosted by the David Leadbetter Golf Academy, open to participants ages seven to 17.

No matter when families visit the resort, kids under 17 always stay free with adult supervision.

The PGA National Resort and Spa ,400 Ave of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418, Phone: 844-709-6090

4. Hammock Beach Resort

Focusing on golf and spa retreats, Hammock Beach Resort also boasts its very own marina. Just 90 miles west of Orlando's famous theme parks and close to the region's best attractions (including the Kennedy Space Center), Hammock Beach is a great option for families who want to explore beyond the resort. However, there are also plenty of activities to keep guests entertained at the resort too.

Hammock Beach has a 91,000-square-foot water park, a number of oceanfront restaurants, and sporting activities that include the most challenging golf course in the state, designed by golf champion, Tom Watson. All this is combined with luxurious spa facilities and stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean.

Hammock Beach Resort , 200 Ocean Crest Drive, Palm Coast, FL, Phone: 866-841-0287

5. Wyndham Grand Clearwater

Wyndham Grand Clearwater is one of Clearwater Beach's premiere luxury hotels, located along the city's beautiful Gulf of Mexico coastline near top attractions such as the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, the Clearwater Beach Marina, and the Intracoastal Waterway. The upscale hotel offers spacious, comfortable guest rooms and suites featuring top amenities such as 50-inch high-definition televisions, Keurig coffee makers, mini fridges, and plush pillowtop bedding, with private balconies and terraces in most rooms offering stunning gulf or waterway views.

Upgraded rooms offer private dining areas and pullout sofas, with room service available 24/7 in all rooms. Guests can use the hotel's luxurious spa, outdoor pool and hot tub, and state-of-the-art 24-hour gym or dine at one of three restaurants, including the Asian-fusion Ocean Hai, the poolside Dock's Pool Bar and Grille, and the eSKPades bar and coffee shop.

100 Coronado Dr, Clearwater, FL 3376, Phone: 727-281-9500

6. Reunion Resort

Guests at the Reunion Resort in Kissimmee will love how near it is to Walt Disney World and Orlando International Airport. Luxury villas and vacation homes can accommodate families of any size.

Full kitchens and dining rooms make family meals a breeze, and private balconies or patios give guests space to spend quality time together in warmth of the Florida sun.

The property has two playgrounds, a supervised Kids Crew program on select days, and a 5-acre waterpark with poolside activities. Tennis and golf lessons are available for guests who want to improve their game. Casual dining facilities offer kid-friendly options.

7593 Gathering Drive, Kissimmee, FL, Phone: 407-662-1000

7. Beachside Village Resort

The Beachside Village Resort is a charming New England-style resort with views over the Atlantic Ocean.

Travelers have rated it the second-best hotel in the United States for customer service, and it's easy to see why. Making the guests' stays special is priority number one here. It's a perfect choice for pet owners, with a pet-friendly policy and even a dog-walking service.

The resort also offers a variety of complimentary activities, including paddleboards, tennis facilities, and ocean kayaks.

There's also weekly Friday Sunset Socials held at the side of one of the resort's two heated pools.

4564 North Ocean Drive, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, FL, Phone: 954-652-1216

8. Island Bay Resort

Outdoor adventurers will be in their element at Island Bay Resort in the Florida Keys. Guests of the resort can enjoy watersports of all kinds, right from the private beach and dock.

After a day of fun in the sun at the resort in Tavernier, nearby Key Largo, or Islamorada, guests will appreciate being able to relax in air-conditioned comfort.

Families can wind down after a busy day by watching the sunset from their cottage’s private patio while enjoying a meal cooked on the Weber grill. Tiki huts and hammocks add to the laidback ambiance.

Cottages all include wireless internet, flat-screen TVs, and fully equipped kitchenettes.

92530 Overseas Highway, Tavernier, FL, Phone: 305-852-4087

9. Disney’s Vero Beach Resort

Disney’s Vero Beach Resort is a more sophisticated iteration of the well-loved brand than one might expect. Located on Florida's stunning Atlantic Treasure Coast, the resort offers a full menu of spa treatments, including massage therapies, facials, and even waxing for those who didn't have the time pre-holiday.

A supervised Discovery Club activity center allows parents to enjoy the spa child-free.

Most magical of all, the resort includes part of the nesting grounds for Florida's loggerhead sea turtles.

It is designed with an eye on conservation, thus reducing the impact on hatchlings as much as possible.

9250 Island Grove Terrace, Vero Beach, FL, Phone: 772-234-2000

10. Fontainebleau Miami Beach

With four bars and clubs and located right in the heart of Miami Beach, Fontainebleau Miami Beach is an ideal choice for guests who want to enjoy Miami's renowned nightlife.

Glamorous, modern, and filled with arts and music, the resort is an excellent option for parents who want to let their hair down a little.

Fontainebleau facilitates this. Fridays and Saturdays see the resort host a Kids' Night Out, so parents can have their Big Nights Out unfettered.

A Kids' Camp and daytime babysitting are also available. In addition to nightlife, guests can relax in the spa, rent an exotic car, or enjoy fine dining.

4441 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL, Phone: 800-548-8886