Top 5 Family-Friendly Resorts In Marco Island, Florida - Updated 2024

Ibrahim
Contributing Writer
Updated
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Marco Island is a perfect spot to spend your next family vacation. This barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico is known for fishing trips, beaches, water sports, wildlife preservation, and much more. Enjoy shelling, watching the dolphins play, or rolling in the sand with the kids at South Marco Beach. Briggs Nature Center has various wildlife to see, ranging from snakes to bald eagles. At the same time, you can enjoy fishing trips and boating tours at Mangrove Maniacs. If it happens to be a rainy day, find shelter and step back in time at Marco Island Historical Museum. This place also has many kid-friendly places to stay. There are different accommodations with amenities such as children’s meals, clubs, pools, and more to make them feel comfortable. Check out these top family-friendly resorts in Marco Island, Florida.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to family-friendly amenities and activities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 03, 2024.

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1. JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort (from USD 418)

You and your kids will long to come back to this family-friendly resort as soon as you leave. JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort is filled with many leisure and recreational amenities for everyone. Adults can start by pampering themselves at the spa with massages and facials, or they can take advantage of the two standard golf courses, outdoor pools, and sports courts. On the other hand, the kids can have fun at the children’s club or in the kid-friendly pool.

After an activity-filled day, guests can return to their spacious rooms in this 4-star accommodation. Accommodating up to four adults and three children, the rooms feature small refrigerators, marble bathrooms, and private balconies where guests can relax and enjoy their morning coffee. This place also has 10 eateries for your dining and drinking needs.

Stayed at this property?

JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort

Wifi Available

Address: 400 S Collier Blvd
2.79 km (1.8 mi) from Wow - Marco Island Jet Ski Tours and Rentals

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Sauna Fitness centre

2. Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa (from USD 430)

Featuring two-bedroom suites for families and babysitting services upon request, this is one of the best family-friendly resorts on Marco Island. Start your day with a healthy breakfast at the on-site The Deck at 560 before heading to the spa for a massage. The facility also provides access to watersports from kayaking to sailing which the whole family can enjoy.

All the units in this property are spacious, sleek, and have balconies, coffee makers, and HDTVs for your pleasure. For more entertainment, you can take a two-minute walk from this place to Marco Walk Plaza, featuring a cinema and stores.

Stayed at this property?

Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa

Wheelchair accessible

Address: 560 S Collier Blvd
3.51 km (2.2 mi) from Wow - Marco Island Jet Ski Tours and Rentals

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km)

3. Holiday Inn Club Vacations Sunset Cove Resort, an IHG Hotel (from USD 564)

Feel at home in this 5-star resort designed for large families. It has enormous three-bedroom apartments for eight adults and four children, complete with sitting areas with DVD players and TVs, laundry amenities, kitchens, and balconies that look into the waters.

This lovely facility offers complimentary beach shuttles so you can easily enjoy the sands with your kids. The on-site outdoor pool is also for all ages. What’s more, it has a recreational room with ping-pong and pool tables, a barbecue area, and a state-of-the-art fitness center at your disposal.

Stayed at this property?

Holiday Inn Club Vacations Sunset Cove Resort, an IHG Hotel

Wifi Available

Address: 571 W. Elkcam Cir
260 meters (0.2 ft) from Wow - Marco Island Jet Ski Tours and Rentals

Parking Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km) Non-smoking rooms Business centre Facilities for disabled guests Family rooms Free parking

4. Marriott's Crystal Shores (from USD 742)

From its eye-catching beachfront location to its upscale features, Marriott’s Crystal Shores is a must-experience for your next family vacay. It has massive two- and three-bedroom villas, fully equipped with separate sitting rooms and kitchens. Also, they can accommodate from eight to ten people, plus kids.

Guests at this unique resort will have direct access to South Marco Beach. Within the facility, you can also work out in the gym or luxuriate in one of the outdoor pools. For more, the on-site Stilts Bar and Grill is open for your dining and drinking needs.

Stayed at this property?

Marriott's Crystal Shores

Wifi Available

Address: 600 S Collier Blvd
3.6 km (2.3 mi) from Wow - Marco Island Jet Ski Tours and Rentals

Parking Restaurant Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Dry cleaning Family rooms

5. Marco Beach Ocean Resort (from USD 1100)

Prepare for world-class hospitality at this 4-star resort. It’s nestled in a tropical garden setting on the Gulf of Mexico’s shores. The property prides itself in personalized services along with private beach access, an outdoor pool, and a spa for pampering yourself.

The modern suites in this place are designed to feel like home - think private balconies and fully equipped kitchens. If you don’t feel like cooking, you can dine at one of the upscale restaurants on-site, highlighting kids’ meals.

Stayed at this property?

Marco Beach Ocean Resort

Wifi Available

Address: 480 S Collier Blvd, Marco Island, FL, USA, 34145
3.08 km (2.0 mi) from Wow - Marco Island Jet Ski Tours and Rentals

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre

Enjoy a memorable time with your kids in Marco Island

Your time in one of these top family-friendly resorts in Marco Island, Florida, is bound to be memorable. To meet your needs, they feature top-end features, from vast units to kids’ meals. This place also has kid-friendly beaches, fishing opportunities, and museums to keep everyone engaged.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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