A beach vacation is always a wonderful choice. However, staying at a resort that boasts a stunning private beach takes the experience to a whole new level.

There’s something truly special about not having to compete for space on the sand or sharing the beach with crowds. This exclusive access can be enjoyed by your entire family at these resorts known for their outstanding private beaches.

1. The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

Longboat Key, Florida

This newly opened luxury resort spans 18 picturesque acres, featuring an impressive 800-foot stretch of private white sand beach along the Gulf of Mexico. Families will find themselves basking by and in the water, with the beach visible from various locations throughout the resort, including the family-friendly Resort Pool, the Under the Sea Lagoon, where guests can snorkel, and many dining options. Opt for a Gulf-view room or suite to catch breathtaking views of the waves at sunrise or sunset.

2. Beaches Ocho Rios

Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Families adore Beaches Resorts for numerous reasons, including fantastic programs for kids and teens and a wealth of amenities like on-site water parks and scuba diving options. At Beaches Ocho Rios, guests can take advantage of the private white-sand beach, equipped with kayaks, paddleboards, snorkeling gear, and even “aquatrikes” for a fun time on the Caribbean waters. This all-inclusive resort covers 22 acres, offering seven dining options, five pools, and a packed schedule of activities.

3. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

Dana Point, California

When you stay at the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club, perched on a stunning 175 acres with a 150-foot seaside bluff, you’ll gain access to the private Monarch Bay Beach Club. Here, the entire family can swim in the Pacific Ocean, rent paddleboards and kayaks, take surfing lessons, and enjoy seasonal beach bonfires with gourmet s’mores kits. Additionally, the resort provides complimentary beach cruisers, a family pool, a fitness center with numerous free classes, and a luxurious spa with relaxation lounges offering ocean views.

4. Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina

Tortola, British Virgin Islands

The Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina boasts not just one but two exclusive beaches. Below the resort’s stunning multi-tiered Pavilion Pool lies Donovan’s Beach, perfect for engaging in activities such as kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, snorkeling, and bouncing on the kid-friendly water trampoline. In contrast, North Beach offers a picturesque, secluded 1,000-foot stretch along the Caribbean, just a quick stroll from the resort center. Guests can choose from standard rooms and suites to larger six-bedroom villas, and elevate their ocean-themed vacation by participating in sailing courses at the Offshore Sailing School located on-site.

5. Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa

Palm Beach, Florida

Families will find plenty to enjoy at Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa, which features two oceanfront swimming pools, an ice cream shop, and new Kids and Teens Clubs hosting crafts, video games, and movie nights. At the resort’s private beach, staff members can assist families with kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and snorkeling equipment for Atlantic Ocean adventures. The guest rooms and suites, designed by Jonathan Adler, reflect the vibrant Palm Beach aesthetic, and even pets are pampered here with in-room dog beds, food and water bowls, and homemade treats.

6. Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico

Rio Grande, Puerto Rico

At Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico, the sands are exclusively reserved for guests of the resort, which is set on a 72-acre private peninsula at the base of El Yunque National Forest. You can paddle, snorkel, or simply relax by the water at the resort’s private beach. The motto of the resort is “doing nothing means everything,” emphasizing its tranquil environment. It’s a perfect choice for multigenerational families, offering the largest lagoon-style pool in Puerto Rico, diverse dining options, a golf course designed by Tom Kite, a rejuvenating spa, and complimentary bicycles for exploring the area.

7. Chatham Bars Inn

Chatham, Massachusetts

Chatham Bars Inn embodies the charming essence of Cape Cod, positioned along a quarter-mile private beach. Although it attracts visitors year-round, the summer months are particularly busy as families enjoy the calm waters of Aunt Lydia’s Cove, sheltered from the Atlantic by the nearby North Beach Island of Cape Cod National Seashore. Guests can also enjoy a heated zero-entry pool with ocean views, seasonal kids’ activities including hands-on crafts, and movie nights at the pool. Adults can indulge in the resort’s dining options, spa, and close proximity to the shops and restaurants on historic Main Street in Chatham.

8. The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

Kiawah Island, South Carolina

Situated within Kiawah Island Golf Resort, The Sanctuary takes full advantage of its stunning oceanfront location. A remarkable ninety percent of the guest rooms and suites offer breathtaking ocean views, which can also be enjoyed from the family pool area and the outdoor Loggerhead Grill. A boardwalk from the pool leads down to the hotel’s private beach, where staff assist guests by providing chairs, umbrellas, towels, and beach gear. In the beach season, visitors can partake in activities like sunrise yoga, surfing instruction, ocean seining, and evening beach strolls.

9. Ocean House

Watch Hill, Rhode Island

Experience a family beach escape infused with elegant nostalgia at Ocean House in Rhode Island. This reconstructed inn, which mirrors its 19th-century roots, is outfitted with contemporary amenities that modern travelers appreciate. The resort boasts a 650-foot stretch of private beach where guests can book cabanas during the summer, and it also offers activities ranging from fishing and surfing to stand-up paddleboarding. For families, there are summer programs for kids, along with an extensive lineup of complimentary wine and cooking classes throughout the year. Additional features include a seasonal croquet lawn, a screening room for family-friendly films, and free bike rentals for exploring Watch Hill, which coincidentally houses Taylor Swift’s Rhode Island estate.

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