Best Beach Hotels in St. Augustine, FL
St. Augustine, the oldest continually occupied European-established city in the U.S., offers a different Florida experience than what you’ll find in Miami or Fort Lauderdale. Be that as it may, the town has several beaches for sunning and swimming. Travelers wanting to sleep by the shore will do well at these four hotels, which are on or very near the beach. Just keep in mind that you’ll need a car to get St. Augustine’s attractions, such as the historic district, Castillo de San Marcos, and Fort Matanzas National Monument.
The Saint Augustine Beach House
Vilano Beach, Florida, United States
For a front lawn, this charming, cottage-like hotel has the scenic rolling dunes of Vilano Beach. (The hotel is around a 20-minute drive to St. Augustine Beach.) Its 16 spacious and breezy rooms have pale blue walls, white linens and curtains, kitchenettes, and private ocean-view balconies furnished with wooden chairs -- those on the top floors naturally have best views. Hot breakfast, Wi-Fi, and parking are all free.
Castillo Real An Ascend Hotel Collection Member
Saint Augustine Beach, Florida, United States
Castillo Real an Ascend Hotel Collection member is a lovely boutique hotel less than a block from the beach. The 80-room property has a tropical Mediterranean vibe, and features a fine-dining restaurant, nice pool/whirlpool area, free parking and Wi-Fi, and a fitness center with a steam room and sauna. Bright and attractive guest rooms include Keurig coffeemakers, mini-fridges, microwaves, and walk-in showers. Many units have in-room whirlpools on marble platforms, as well as balconies with ocean views.
Best Western St. Augustine Beach Inn
Saint Augustine Beach, Florida, United States
The Spanish-style Best Western St. Augustine Beach Inn is a block and half from the beach. The hotel and its 50 rooms underwent renovations in 2015, replacing old carpeting and worse-for-wear furnishings with wood-finish floors and sleek beds, desks, tables, and dressers. All rooms have flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and microwaves. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi and breakfast, though the breakfast area is a bit cramped. In addition its proximity to the beach, the hotel has an outdoor pool and hot tub.
Hilton Garden Inn St. Augustine Beach
Saint Augustine Beach, Florida, United States
Hilton Garden Inn St. Augustine Beach is a pleasantly modern chain stay for those wanting easy beach access. The 83 rooms have mini-fridges, microwaves, and Keurig coffeemakers, while Suites offer whirlpool tubs and sofa beds in some. A decent number of standard features on are offer here: an outdoor pool and hot tub, a small fitness room, and an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet (though it's not included in room rates).
