The Ultimate Florida Girls’ Getaway: 7 Stylish Stays for Your Next Weekend Away
From rooftop cocktails and oceanfront lounging to pasta-making classes, wellness-focused activities and waterfront escapes, these Florida stays make it easy to turn a weekend with friends into a full-fledged getaway.
A great girls’ trip doesn’t always require a plane ticket or an elaborate itinerary. Across Florida, some of the state’s most appealing stays bring together everything needed for a memorable weekend—sun-soaked pools, standout dining, wellness experiences, culture and, of course, plenty of places for cocktails with a view.
Whether the plan calls for a relaxed weekend in North Beach, a culture-filled South Beach stay, a few days exploring Brickell, a waterfront escape in St. Petersburg or an island getaway to Key West, these properties offer distinct ways to reconnect, recharge and experience Florida together.
The Goodtime Hotel
Reset and Recharge at 72 Park
For groups looking for a more residential approach to a Miami escape, 72 Park combines the comforts of home with resort-style amenities in laid-back North Beach.
Start the morning in the fitness center or a session in the yoga lounge before spending the afternoon beside the 150-foot pool. When the ocean calls, guests can take a private golf cart to the beach for paddleboarding, biking or an afternoon by the water.
Unlike a traditional hotel stay, the property offers one-, two- and three-bedroom residences with full kitchens through Nomada Residences, giving friends room to settle in, get ready together and linger over morning coffee.
After a day in the sun, head to Ezio’s for dinner before catching live music at the nearby Miami Beach Bandshell.
72 Park
Mix Culture, Cuisine and Live Music at The Betsy – South Beach
Miami Beach may be synonymous with nightlife, but The Betsy offers a different kind of South Beach experience—one shaped by art, literature, music and thoughtful hospitality.
The hotel’s cultural programming includes major art exhibitions, poetry readings, classical music pop-ups and an acclaimed artist residency program. Start the evening with dinner at LT South Beach or The Alley, both led by Chef Laurent Tourondel, then settle into The Piano Bar, where award-winning musicians perform live jazz 10 times a week.
The Betsy – South Beach
Pair Beach Days With Pasta Nights at Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club
A girls’ weekend at Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club pairs oceanfront relaxation with an interactive culinary experience.
After spending the day on the beach, trade swimsuits for aprons at Donna Mare Italian Chophouse, where hands-on pasta-making classes invite guests to sip prosecco while learning the art of handmade pasta from resident sfoglino Massimo Iannuario. The class ends with everyone sitting down to enjoy the finished dishes together.
To explore more beyond the hotel, hop aboard Freebee, Miami Beach’s complimentary microtransit service.
Donna Mare Italian Chophouse at Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club (Photo Credit: Aura Groupe)
Make It a Poolside Weekend at The Goodtime Hotel
For a weekend built around sunshine, music and a lively social atmosphere, The Goodtime Hotel delivers exactly what its name promises.
The Miami Beach hotel was designed as a collection of intimate, visually playful spaces. At its center is a high-energy pool club surrounded by scalloped cabanas and a pastel palette of mint, coral and pink, setting the scene for afternoons spent lounging with friends. A restaurant and bar keep the transition from daytime pool plans to evening drinks closer to home.
For a change of scenery, head straight to the ocean, where complimentary beach loungers await.
The Goodtime Hotel
See Miami From Above at Novotel Miami Brickell
For groups planning a weekend around shopping, dining and nightlife, Novotel Miami Brickell offers a convenient home base within walking distance of Brickell City Centre and many of the area’s restaurants, shopping and nightlife.
After exploring the neighborhood, head back to the hotel and make your way to Vista Rooftop Bar & Lounge for happy hour and panoramic skyline views.
Novotel Miami Brickell
Unwind on the Waterfront at SkyBeach Resort
For a change of pace on Florida’s Gulf Coast, SkyBeach Resort offers a laid-back waterfront escape on the southern tip of St. Petersburg.
Spend the day lounging by one of the resort-style pools or on the private beach, then take to the bay with complimentary kayaks and paddleboards. Guests can also book a sunset cruise departing from the on-site marina.
For dining and drinks, gather for Mediterranean-inspired brunch at LUMA, catch live music at the waterfront Azibi Stage or end the day with cocktails and Gulf views at SkyBar + Grille.
SkyBeach Resort (Photo Credit: Cris Molina)
Escape to Key West at The Marker Key West Harbor Resort
For groups looking to take the girls’ trip farther south, The Marker Key West Harbor Resort offers a laid-back island escape with spacious suite options, including the 1,300-square-foot Serenity Suite with a private veranda and pool and garden views.
The concierge can help plan adventures ranging from sunset cruises and glow-in-the-dark canoeing to exploring Duval Street, Mallory Square and local boutiques. Guests can also tour Ernest Hemingway’s iconic former home and visit the distillery behind Papa’s Pilar Rum, named after Hemingway’s beloved boat, Pilar. For a girls’ trip keepsake, The Marker and Tijon Key West offer a custom Key West Collection of island-inspired souvenirs.
The Marker Key West Harbor Resort
A Florida Weekend for Every Mood
Part of what makes Florida a great choice for a girls’ getaway is the variety of experiences packed into one state. A weekend can mean quiet mornings in North Beach, live jazz and art in South Beach, a hands-on pasta dinner, rooftop cocktails against the Brickell skyline, waterfront lounging in St. Petersburg or an island escape in Key West.
Whether celebrating something big or simply finding an excuse to reconnect, these seven stays offer different ways to experience Florida—with plenty of sun, style and memorable moments along the way.