The best family beach resorts in the Florida Keys are:
The Florida Keys are a different kind of Florida beach trip with more palm-fringed coves and sunset piers than endless Atlantic surf.
 For families, the best resorts combine that island vibe with real kid appeal: pools, easy water access, space to spread out, and activities that go beyond just lying on a lounger.
For this Florida Travel Blog guide, we focused on Florida Keys family beach resorts that offer:
Why families love it
If you ask around for the most family-focused Florida Keys resort, Hawks Cay is the name that comes up over and over. Set on a 60-acre private island (Duck Key), it has five pools, a swimmable saltwater lagoon, on-site watersports, and one of the most complete lineups of kids’ and teens’ activities in the Keys.
Family perks at a glance
Best time & vibe
Hawks Cay feels like a full-blown resort village, especially on weekends and during school breaks. Winter and spring bring the driest, most comfortable weather; late summer and fall can be steamy but often come with better rates.
Good to know (value)
There’s typically a daily resort fee plus extra costs for dolphin encounters and some organized activities. If you’re traveling with a crew, villas can actually be better value than booking multiple standard rooms once you factor in the kitchen and laundry.
Nearby
You’re roughly in the middle of the Keys, making day trips easy to Marathon attractions (Turtle Hospital, Aquarium Encounters, Old Seven Mile Bridge) and even down to Key West for a day.
Check current rates and packages at Hawks Cay Resort, especially any family or villa deals that include resort credits or activity discounts.
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