Stretching from Palm Beach County to Fort Lauderdale and Miami, The Gold Coast is so-called because centuries-old coins have washed up here from Spanish Galleons. With the sun-kissed beaches, beautiful nature and cool cities, you can’t help but feel high on life!
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Hotels in Gold Coast Beaches
The Boca Raton
Boca Raton, Gold Coast Beaches
6,355 reviews5 stars
- 5 hotels in one resort, offering a range of accommodation types
- 18-hole Championship level golf course and driving range
- The only private beach in Boca Raton
- 3 swimming pools, lazy river, and water slide
Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort
Daytona Beach, Gold Coast Beaches
6,398 reviews4 stars
- Beachfront location
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Fitness centre and spa
- Set in the heart of Ocean Walk Village
Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa
Palm Beach, Gold Coast Beaches
1,762 reviews5 stars
- Luxury beachfront resort
- 2 swimming pools
- Kids and teens programmes
- World-class spa
PGA National Resort
Palm Beach, Gold Coast Beaches
1,928 reviews5 stars
- Home to 6 championship golf courses
- Host of PGA TOUR’s annual Cognizant Classic
- State-of-the-art sports and racquet club
- Choice of dining options, including Birdie's Diner and Butcher's Club
The Breakers Palm Beach
Palm Beach, Gold Coast Beaches
2,978 reviews5 stars
- Italian Renaissance-style resort on a private beach
- 10 distinctive restaurants
- 36 holes of golf
- Family Entertainment Centre
Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach
Fort Lauderdale, Gold Coast Beaches
1,887 reviews5 stars
- All-suite hotel, complete with galley kitchen and views of the Atlantic Ocean
- Outdoor pool, overlooking the beach
- Four dining options
- Conrad Spa & Sunrise yoga classes
Four Seasons Hotel & Residences Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, Gold Coast Beaches
153 reviews5 stars
- Luxury hotel with a prime beachfront location
- Ocean deck with two swimming pools and sea views
- Spa
- Kids activity programme
Hotel Maren
Fort Lauderdale, Gold Coast Beaches
824 reviews3.5 stars
- Across the street from Las Olas Beach
- 5th floor pool deck with ocean views
- Signature Italian restaurant
- Sunrise yoga classes
W Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, Gold Coast Beaches
2,009 reviews4 stars
- Rooftop pool with infinite ocean views; 2 Stephen Starr restaurants, Steak 954 and El Vez
- Central location on the beachfront
- AWAY spa
- Sunrise yoga classes
Embassy Suites by Hilton St Augustine Beach Oceanfront Resort
St Augustine, Gold Coast Beaches
1,512 reviews3.5 stars
- Oceanfront hotel
- Complimentary breakfast
- On-site restaurant
- Complimentary evening drinks reception
Courtyard by Marriott FT. Lauderdale Beach
Fort Lauderdale, Gold Coast Beaches
2,815 reviews3 stars
- Across from beach
- Walking distance of Las Olas Boulevard
- Poolside bar and restaurant
- No resort fee
Pelican Grand Beach Resort
Fort Lauderdale, Gold Coast Beaches
10,124 reviews4 stars
- Resort fee waived for Virgin Holidays guests
- Zero-entry swimming pool overlooking the beach
- Lazy river
- Waterfront dining
Sonesta Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, Gold Coast Beaches
4,919 reviews4 stars
- Steps from Fort Lauderdale's stretch of beach
- Infinity-edge swimming pool
- Caribbean-American fusion restaurant
- Spa treatment suite
Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach
Daytona Beach, Gold Coast Beaches
3,994 reviews4 stars
- Oceanfront location
- Rock Spa® & Salon
- Weekend brunch
- Rock Star Cabana packages available
Cambria Hotel Fort Lauderdale Beach
Fort Lauderdale, Gold Coast Beaches
132 reviews3 stars
- Rooftop pool and bar
- On-Site dining options
- Less than 5 miles from Las Olas Boulevard
Hyatt Centric Las Olas Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, Gold Coast Beaches
3,108 reviews4 stars
- Rooftop swimming pool and bar
- Set in the heart of Las Olas business district, just steps from shops, restaurants, and nightlife
- Ocean-themed aesthetic
The Ritz Carlton Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, Gold Coast Beaches
2,254 reviews5 stars
- Luxury AAA Five-Diamond hotel
- Elevated ocean-view swimming pool
- Weekend brunches
- Exclusive privileges at members-only Grande Oaks Golf Course
SpringHill Suites New Smyrna Beach
New Smyrna Beach, Gold Coast Beaches
318 reviews3 stars
- Complimentary daily buffet breakfast
- Beachfront location
- Outdoor swimming pool
Courtyard West Palm Beach
Palm Beach, Gold Coast Beaches
344 reviews3.5 stars
- Heated outdoor pool
- Close to local attractions and amenities
- Balcony or patio in every room
- Complimentary high-speed WiFi
Hilton Cocoa Beach
Cocoa, Gold Coast Beaches
3,492 reviews4 stars
- Minutes from Kennedy Space Center
- 6 miles from Port Canaveral
- Perfect for pre and post cruising
- Oceanfront pool deck
Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa
Fort Lauderdale, Gold Coast Beaches
6,721 reviews4 stars
- Lagoon style swimming pool
- Set directly on the oceanfront with private beach
- Kids' club
- Enjoy local seafood at 3030 Ocean Restaurant and Bar
Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort
Fort Lauderdale, Gold Coast Beaches
8,185 reviews4 stars
- All-suite resort on Fort Lauderdale's beach front
- 3 restaurants, including oceanfront dining
- Outdoor swimming pool with views of the ocean
- Kids' camp and activities
Riverside Hotel
Fort Lauderdale, Gold Coast Beaches
2,618 reviews3 stars
- Located on Las Olas Boulevard
- 5 dining options
- Alongside the Tarpon river
- Classic hotel with old Florida charm
Hampton Inn New Smyrna Beach
New Smyrna Beach, Gold Coast Beaches
1,231 reviews3 stars
- Complimentary hot breakfast
- Central location
- Outdoor pool
West Palm Beach Marriott
Palm Beach, Gold Coast Beaches
901 reviews4 stars
- Steps away from Convention Centre and Rosemary Square
- Outdoor heated swimming pool
- American fare at Bistro Ten Zero One
Casa Monica Resort & Spa
St Augustine, Gold Coast Beaches
2,612 reviews4 stars
- Historic District location
- Building of Significant Historic Interest
- Access to private beach club nearby
- Poseidon Spa
Essential Information for Gold Coast Beaches
Time Zone
UK - 5hrs
Language
American English
Currency
US Dollar $
Flight information
9-10 hrs direct
Flight schedule
Virgin Atlantic fly daily to Miami from London Heathrow, and daily to Orlando from both London Heathrow and Manchester.
Do I need a visa?
To travel to the USA, you will need an ESTA visa. Please make sure that you have this approved at least 3 days before you head off on holiday.
Getting around
With clear signage and easy to drive roads, Florida makes a perfect destination to pick up driving stateside. What's more, with our great insurance packages and car rental inclusions in Florida, Virgin Atlantic Holidays offers the perfect flydrive holiday for you!
Highlights of the Gold Coast beaches
- Enjoy a fabulous family break in Cocoa Beach, home to 72-miles of surf-perfect shoreline and variety of golden beaches.
- Daytona Beach is home to 23 miles of sand; water sports and family-friendly beaches.
- Hit the famous beaches of Miami for beach parties, festivals and A-list people watching.
- Take a gondola tour of Fort Lauderdale, dubbed the ‘Venice of America’ and see the famous Millionaire’s Row.
- Tour Miami’s Art Deco district and Espanola Way, a Spanish ‘village’ that appeared in Miami Vice.
- Explore centuries old Spanish forts in St Augustine, America’s Oldest City or discover historic Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island.
- Take an airboat tour through the Everglades and spot crocodiles and manatees.
- Enjoy a shrimping river cruise and eco-tours on Amelia Island.
- Go scuba diving among shipwrecks off the coast of Vero Beach.
- Enjoy tiptop golf courses at the PGA National Resort & Spa, Palm Beach; World Golf Village in St Augustine and Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort in Ponte Vedra.
- Pamper yourself with a radiance facial at W's Bliss® Spa in Fort Lauderdale.
- Walk, eat and drink on a walking food tour in Miami or ale trail in Daytona Beach ale.
- Enjoy grouper sandwiches and fresh conch on the Sunglow Fishing Pier in Daytona and seafood shacks of Hammock Beach.