• Hotels along Florida's Atlantic coast offer impeccable ocean viewsClearwater Beach, Florida image by Andrea Gerak from Fotolia.com
  
  There's nothing quite like waking up to the sound of crashing waves with a view of the sandy beach outside your window. That's what you'll experience at the many oceanfront hotels along Florida's Atlantic coast. Whether you're vacationing in Daytona Beach, visiting relatives Fort Lauderdale, or playing golf in Palm Coast, Florida's oceanfront hotels provide breathtaking views and a wide range of beach activities that the whole family can enjoy. Be sure to book in advance during the busy spring-break season and around the holidays.
  
  

Palm Plaza Oceanfront Resort

• The Palm Plaza Oceanfront Resort in Daytona Beach rests along the white sandy dunes of one of the state's most iconic beaches. This mid-range resort hotel provides easy access to many Daytona Beach attractions, including the Daytona Speedway, the Main Street Pier and the Peabody Auditorium. Each luxurious room features cable TV with HBO and Disney Channel, a full kitchen, microwave, full bath, in-room safe and a private balcony with clear view of the Atlantic Ocean. Guests also enjoy free use of beach towels, an on-site Jacuzzi and kiddie pool, a sun deck with oceanfront pool, and laundry service. Daily continental breakfast is available as well. Nearby dining options include Genovese's Italian Café, Crabby Joe's Sunglow Pier and Aunt Catfish's On The River. The Palm Plaza is located just minutes from Daytona Beach International Airport.
  
  Palm Plaza Oceanfront Resort
  3301 S. Atlantic Avenue
  Daytona Beach Shores, FL 32118
  386-767-1711
  palmplazadaytona.com
  
  

Sea Lord Resort and Suites

• It's hard to miss this attractive resort hotel as you drive along El Mar Drive in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Florida. Huge silver letters spell out the name "Sea Lord" on the main building's exterior. The Sea Lord's views of one of Florida's most spectacular shorelines are unbeatable, with a friendly staff and ample amenities to match. Each guest room features contemporary furniture, an in-room safe, a microwave, central air conditioning and data-port phones. Many rooms also feature private balconies overlooking the beach, and all rooms have windows with views of the water. Guests enjoy exclusive access to the Sea Lord's 150-foot stretch of private beach, a heated outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts and laundry facilities. There is even a giant fishing pier within walking distance. The Sea Lord Resort and Suites also provides easy access to three major international airports (Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and Palm Beach).
  
  Sea Lord Resort and Suites
  4140 El Mar Dr
  Lauderdle-By-The-Sea, FL 33308
  954-776-1505
  sealordhotel.com
  
  

Hammock Beach Resort

• This luxurious AAA Four-Diamond Award-winning beachfront resort is in a class of its own. Guests choose from a wide range of accommodations in eight different lodging complexes that include luxury suites and private villas, all with views of the beach, the Intracoastal Waterway or one of two on-site 18-hole golf courses. Rooms feature premium bedding, high-speed Internet, DVD players, in-room safes, fully equipped kitchenettes, private balconies or patios and daily maid service. On-site dining options include a gourmet seafood grille, a sushi bar and a casual poolside café. Golf fanatics will be in seventh heaven with Hammock Beach's two 18-hole golf courses designed by none other than Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson. Other activities include tennis, swimming with dolphins and deep sea fishing.
  
  Hammock Beach Resort
  200 Ocean Crest Drive
  Palm Coast, FL 32137
  866-502-6228
  hammockbeach.com