The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale

A free water play area across the road from the beach.

An oceanfront resort with a private skywalk to the beach, a pool deck, beach chairs and non-motorized water sports.

A beachfront hotel with a family program of daybeds, beach games and water sports for kids.

Every room is a suite, from studios up to three bedrooms, and most one-bedrooms have a full kitchen. The pool is up on the sixth floor, looking out over the ocean.

A sightseeing paddleboat down the New River with a barbecue stop.

Playground, beach access, bathrooms, showers, grills and picnic tables make beach days much easier with younger kids.