What to expect: Set in a secluded area of Palm Coast, this resort sits on a private beach. Vacationers arrive through a gated entry and are met in the hotel lobby by a personal concierge who assists with check-in and provides needed services throughout their stay. The lobby’s rich, dark wood decor is brightened by fresh flowers and cascading fountains.

Amenity highlights: Beach lovers enjoy this private strip of coastline notable for its cinnamon-colored sand. Golfers appreciate the 18-hole, Jack Nicklaus-designed course and complimentary use of the nine-hole putting green. The Water Pavilion houses five of the resort’s six pools and includes a 65-foot slide, 30-foot waterfalls, spa tubs, a 300-yard lazy river with fountains, two zero-entry splash pools, and a children’s pool. The resort has a day spa and fitness center.