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Travel Newsletter
From St. Pete Beach to Naples, Florida has no shortage of places to stay. The harder part is knowing which ones are actually worth it. These five properties—spread across the Gulf Coast and Atlantic sides of the state—cover the range: a beachfront landmark that's been turning heads since 1928, a downtown Miami tower with its own private marina, and everything in between.
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The Don CeSar
St. Pete Beach, FL
Long before you reach the entrance, you see the color. The Don CeSar rises above the Gulf in unmistakable pink, a beachfront landmark that has watched over St. Pete Beach since 1928. Locals call it the Pink Palace, and the nickname fits. The architecture feels grand without being stuffy—arched windows, breezy terraces, a sense of old Florida glamour that hasn't entirely faded. Days revolve around the wide stretch of sand just outside the doors. By evening, guests gather for dinner or cocktails while the sunset deepens the sky and the building glows in shades of coral and rose.
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Omni Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Positioned along the Intracoastal Waterway with the Atlantic visible from upper floors, Omni Fort Lauderdale delivers the full South Florida setup across 29 floors and 801 rooms and suites. Floor-to-ceiling windows, plush bedding, and spa-like bathrooms are standard—suites add private balconies, living areas, and wet bars. The pool deck sits outdoors with waterway views, and Mokara Spa handles recovery. Six dining venues cover the range: Reef 76: Kitchen & Bar leads with fresh seafood and coastal dishes, while Fair Ketch—a sports and entertainment bar with a Topgolf Swing Suite and two bays—gives the property something most hotels in the corridor don't have. Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale Beach, and two major airports are all within easy reach. It's a property that works equally well as a base for cruise departures, a business trip, or a weekend that doesn't require leaving the building.
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Kimpton EPIC Hotel
Miami, FL
Downtown Miami has no shortage of luxury hotels. Kimpton EPIC Hotel earns its place at the top. The 411-room property sits along the Miami River in Downtown, and the setup is hard to argue with—every guest room and suite comes with a private balcony, and the views from the 16th-floor pool terrace make it clear why. Two rooftop pools, private cabanas, and an outdoor pool bar handle the daytime. Area 31—perched on the same terrace—covers waterfront dining for breakfast and dinner and runs what locals consider the neighborhood's best happy hour. Zuma, the internationally acclaimed modern Japanese izakaya, anchors the lobby alongside Maison F.P. Journe, a rare spirits bar and artisanal watch retailer that is exactly as Miami as it sounds. Arrive by yacht if the mood strikes—the hotel has its own private marina.
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Oceanside Fort Lauderdale Beach, A Courtyard by Marriott
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Fort Lauderdale's beach strip has plenty of options. Oceanside Fort Lauderdale Beach, A Courtyard by Marriott stands out as a newly redesigned property that delivers more than a typical beachfront stay. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame Atlantic panoramas or Intracoastal Waterway views depending on your room, and the ocean-view pool terrace offers private cabanas with mini-fridges and bottle service; ocean views from every angle. The Mast handles signature dining with locally sourced seafood and ocean views; Seabreeze Poolside Bar covers breakfast through dinner al fresco. When you're ready to move, the hotel's water taxi puts Las Olas Boulevard's shops, restaurants, and galleries within easy reach, and Port Everglades is minutes away for cruise departures. A well-executed beachfront stay that delivers more than the brand name might suggest.
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Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Naples
Naples, FL
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Naples delivers the brand's signature laid-back energy in one of Southwest Florida's most desirable zip codes. The all-suite property keeps things unhurried—pool, poolside service, and the 5 O'Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill handle the bulk of the day, with tropical cocktails, fresh seafood, and American fare available without leaving the property. Mornings start with the Sunrise at Compass breakfast; the Welcome Cabana covers snacks and drinks in between. When the mood strikes to venture out, Clam Pass Beach is a mile away, and the Waterside Shops—60-plus luxury boutiques surrounded by tropical landscaping—are a half-mile bike ride from the front door. Naples' boardwalk and coastal parks fill out the rest. It's the kind of property that makes Naples feel like the right call—whether you're here for a weekend or can't remember when you booked the return flight.
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