Beach Hotels & Resorts in Marathon from NZ$178

For top-rated beach hotels in Marathon, consider the Seascape Resort & Marina, Grassy Flats Resort & Beach Club, and Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa.


The Seascape Resort & Marina, with a 9.4 rating, offers a private beach location. Guests often mention the good size and cleanliness of the rooms, and the beautiful pool.


Grassy Flats Resort & Beach Club, rated 9.4, features an outdoor pool with sun loungers, umbrellas, and a poolside bar. Reviewers frequently highlight the beautiful and clean rooms, as well as the great food.


The Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa, with a 9.2 rating, provides sea and ocean views, along with an extensive on-site spa offering various treatments, including deep tissue and hot stone massages. Guests consistently praise the friendly and amazing staff, and the spacious and clean rooms.

For hotels near the best beaches in Marathon, consider the Seascape Resort & Marina, Grassy Flats Resort & Beach Club, and Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa.


The Seascape Resort & Marina, with a 9.4 rating, offers a private beach location and many rooms provide partial ocean views. Guests often comment on the great location and beautiful pool.


Grassy Flats Resort & Beach Club, rated 9.4, features ocean views from its rooms and boasts an outdoor pool area with sun loungers, umbrellas, and a poolside bar. Reviewers frequently mention the beautiful, clean rooms and friendly staff.


For a luxurious experience, the Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa, with a 9.2 rating, provides sea and ocean views, along with an extensive full-service spa. Guests often praise the beautiful location and the spacious, clean rooms.

For a family trip to Marathon, consider the Grassy Flats Resort & Beach Club, Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa, or Captain Pips Marina & Hideaway.


The Grassy Flats Resort & Beach Club, with a 9.4 rating, offers beautiful and clean rooms. It features a poolside bar, sun loungers, and umbrellas around its outdoor pool, providing a relaxing environment for families. Guests frequently comment on the friendly and helpful staff and the great food at the restaurant.


The Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa, rated 9.2, has spacious and clean rooms. It is located very near the sea and ocean, with many rooms offering ocean views. The resort provides a full-service spa, which includes various treatments, and guests often mention the friendly and amazing staff.


Captain Pips Marina & Hideaway, a property with a 9.0 rating, offers spacious and clean rooms with kitchens, which can be very convenient for families. It has an outdoor pool with sun loungers and is located near the ocean, sea, and beach. Reviewers often highlight its great location and friendly staff.

Some of the best Marathon hotels with ocean views include Seascape Resort & Marina, Grassy Flats Resort & Beach Club, and Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa.


The Seascape Resort & Marina, with a 9.4 rating, offers partial ocean views and a private beach on site. Guests frequently mention the superb location and beautiful pool.


Grassy Flats Resort & Beach Club, rated 9.4, provides ocean views and features a poolside bar, sun loungers, and umbrellas, making it ideal for relaxing by the water. Reviewers highlight the beautiful, clean rooms and great food.


The Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa, with a 9.2 rating, offers expansive ocean views and a full-service spa with various treatments, including deep tissue massage and body wraps. Guests often praise the friendly, amazing staff and the beautiful location.

For top-rated beach hotels in Marathon with a pool, consider Hawks Cay Resort, Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa, Faro Blanco Resort & Yacht Club Marathon, Curio by Hilton, Villas At Hawks Cay Resort, and Courtyard by Marriott Faro Blanco Resort.


The Hawks Cay Resort, with an 8.0 rating, offers a private beach on site and a variety of pools, including private plunge pools and a children's pool. Guests frequently praise the staff and the beautiful, clean rooms.


Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa is a hotel with a 9.2 rating. It features outdoor pools and is known for its spacious, clean rooms and friendly staff.


The Faro Blanco Resort & Yacht Club Marathon, Curio by Hilton, rated 8.8, provides direct beach access and outdoor pools. Reviewers often highlight the super friendly staff and excellent, clean rooms.


Villas At Hawks Cay Resort, a property with an 8.6 rating, offers private beach access and multiple pool options, including private plunge pools and a children's pool. The staff are frequently described as friendly and amazing.


The Courtyard by Marriott Faro Blanco Resort, with a 9.0 rating, boasts outdoor pools with free cabanas and a poolside bar. Guests praise the spacious, beautiful rooms and the friendly staff.

For couples seeking a beach hotel in Marathon, the Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa, Faro Blanco Resort & Yacht Club Marathon, Curio by Hilton, and Tranquility Bay Beachfront Hotel and Resort are excellent options.


The Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa, with a 9.2 rating, offers ocean views and an on-site spa with various treatments including couples' rooms, making it ideal for a relaxing getaway. Guests frequently praise the friendly staff and spacious rooms.


The Faro Blanco Resort & Yacht Club Marathon, Curio by Hilton, rated 8.8, provides direct beach access and offers a full-service spa with treatments such as deep tissue massage and aromatherapy. Reviewers often highlight the excellent rooms and modern facilities.


Tranquility Bay Beachfront Hotel and Resort, a property with an 8.8 rating, features a private beach and beach views. Guests often comment on the friendly staff and fantastic amenities.

The best area in Marathon for beaches is the eastern side of the island.


This part of Marathon is home to Sombrero Beach, a popular spot known for its soft sand and calm, clear waters. It's a nice, family-friendly beach with amenities like picnic areas, playgrounds, and restrooms. The area around Sombrero Beach is primarily residential, offering a peaceful setting with a mix of holiday rentals and some hotels.


Families will find this area particularly appealing due to the direct access to Sombrero Beach. The shallow waters are suitable for children, and the facilities make for a convenient day out.

For top beach hotels in Marathon offering water sport activities, consider Grassy Flats Resort & Beach Club, Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Marathon Florida Keys, and Bonefish Bay Motel.


Grassy Flats Resort & Beach Club, with a 9.4 rating, offers windsurfing, kayaking, and sailing directly on site, along with water sports equipment. Guests frequently comment on the beautiful, clean rooms and friendly staff.


The Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa, rated 9.2, provides direct access to kayaking and scuba diving on site, with windsurfing available nearby. This resort also features a full-service spa.


Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Marathon Florida Keys, with a 9.2 rating, offers snorkeling, kayaking, motorboating, and parasailing directly on site, with scuba diving and windsurfing nearby. It also provides a complimentary buffet breakfast.


Bonefish Bay Motel, rated 9.2, has kayaking available on site, with windsurfing, scuba diving, and snorkeling nearby. Reviewers often highlight the comfortable, clean rooms and friendly staff.

The most popular time to stay in a beach hotel in Marathon is from March to May. During this period, the weather is consistently warm and sunny, with temperatures typically ranging from 24°C to 29°C. This makes it superb for enjoying the pristine beaches, swimming in the ocean, and partaking in water sports like snorkelling or paddleboarding.


This peak season sees a lively option across the Keys, with all beachside amenities and water-based excursions operating at full capacity. For those who appreciate vibrant activity and guaranteed sunshine for their beach holiday, this is an excellent choice. Families often find these months ideal for a spring break getaway, taking full advantage of the calm, clear waters and abundant outdoor activities.


As an alternative, October offers a distinct charm for a beach hotel stay. While still wonderfully warm, with average temperatures around 27°C, you may find better value on premium beachfront accommodations and it can be easier to secure reservations at popular restaurants. It's a fantastic time for those who enjoy a slightly more relaxed pace while still being able to fully indulge in all the beach and water activities Marathon has to offer.

While Marathon is well-known for its beautiful waters, the best beach activities centre around enjoying its clear, warm seas and marine life.


For families, Sombrero Beach is a fantastic choice. It's one of the largest public beaches in Marathon, featuring soft sand, picnic areas, and a playground, making it ideal for a day out with children. The shallow, calm waters are great for paddling, and you'll often see families building sandcastles and enjoying the sun.


Couples looking for a more secluded experience might prefer a kayaking or paddleboarding adventure through the mangrove channels, particularly those accessible from Curry Hammock State Park. This offers a chance to explore the natural marine environment quietly, often spotting various birds and fish in their natural habitat. Many local rental shops offer equipment and guidance for these excursions.


For anyone interested in marine life, snorkelling or diving at the Sombrero Reef Marine Sanctuary is a must. This protected area, located a few kilometres offshore, is home to vibrant coral formations and a diverse array of fish.

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