June 8 is World Ocean Day, a day to celebrate the majestic waters along our shores. For travelers, taking in a panoramic ocean view or walking right onto powdery white sands, there’s plenty to offer. Below, we’ve rounded up some of the most picturesque hotels along the ocean.
Effie’s Beach - A Private Escape, Exclusively for Hotel Guests
The emerald green water of the Gulf of Mexico and the glistening white sand draws in a huge crowd, often making Destin beaches congested, but the exclusive Hotel Effie beach allows hotel guests to relax with ample space to enjoy. As guests unwind to the sound of crashing waves in luxury beach chairs, they can conveniently request lite bites and cocktails from Hotel Effie’s beach concierge. Beach games and non-motorized sports are available for Hotel Effie guests to enjoy.
Sandestin’s Snow-White Beaches and Powdery Quartz Sand
The Sandestin® Golf and Beach Resort, located on the Emerald Coast between Santa Rosa Beach and Destin, is notorious for its white, powdery sand that consists of small white quartz particles. The resort features more than seven miles of beaches making it the perfect haven for beach bums. Enjoy balconies with panoramic beach views, relaxing beachfront pools, and incredible sunrises from your beautiful piece of paradise. Sandestin’s coveted beachfront towers create a remarkable skyline along the snow-white beaches of the Emerald Coast.
Shelborne’s South Beach Allure and Sublime Beach Views
The Shelborne, known for its Art Deco chic and classic South Beach allure, offers an oceanfront heated pool with sublime beach views, chaise lounges, floating chairs and amazing food and drinks from the Oasis Grill. Hotel rooms boast views of the golden sands of the Atlantic, allowing guests to take in the serene sound of waves crashing ashore. Enjoy beach club access just steps from the hotel. There, guests can use beachside amenities including chairs and towels, as well as rent water sports equipment (wave runners, parasails, paddle boards, and more).
Hillsboro Beach Resort’s Serene Sanctuary and Oceanfront Views
Hillsboro Beach Resort, known for exclusivity and privacy, is the only resort located on exclusive Hillsboro Mile in Deerfield Beach, Florida. Tucked away in a tranquil area among luxury residences, its completely private beach is lightly traveled, making it the ultimate serene sanctuary. Guests can enjoy ocean views from the resort pool, or walk down to the beach on a Sunday morning to enjoy some beachside yoga. Outdoor enthusiasts can hop on the complimentary kayaks and paddle boards offered, while those looking for a peaceful afternoon can grab a beach chair and soak in the breathtaking views of Hillsboro beach.
The Gabriel South Beach’s Art Deco Beachfront Oasis and Coastal Spirit
The Gabriel South Beach is a boutique property located on Ocean Drive in South Beach. A true testament to oceanfront vacationing, guests can stroll out of the lobby into the oceanic oasis that South Beach offers. The property has two pools, including a show-stopping, glass bottom pool on the roof overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Guests can lay back in the coastal spirit with rooms that embrace the ocean breeze and picturesque sunset views.
