Experience the Only Private Island Resort in America at Florida’s Little Palm Island

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Bungalow with ocean view

 

Suite options and fine dining



The adults-only, 4-acre island features 30 thatched-roof bungalows with vaulted ceilings and interior design inspired by the British West Indies, complete with wooden furniture and bamboo chairs. The suites range from 550 to 1020 square feet, featuring stunning ocean views, indoor and outdoor showers, and private decks. Select suites have copper outdoor tubs and your own sand beach with a fire pit. The bungalows range from $3,290 to $5,356 per night, with prices subject to change depending on when you book.

Just outside your bungalow, more luxury awaits. The island restaurant has been recognized as the best hotel restaurant in Florida and No. 3 in America overall. It’s the perfect place to enjoy fine dining on the beach with dishes you can’t get anywhere else, as the head chef sources the seafood, produce, and spices from nearby islands. When you’re done, sip a nightcap under the stars at one of the nearby fire pits.

Things to do at Little Palm Island

Couple kayaking in tropical water

At this beautiful hotel, you can be as lazy or as active as you like. On laid-back days, visit the SpaTerre for massages, facials, and ritual experiences like sound therapy with Himalayan singing bowls, among other delights. Visitors can add on a private yoga hour or a meditation session, taking the pampering up a notch. Round out a peaceful day in a lounger at the beachside swimming pool, cocktail in hand.



Once you’ve had your fill of relaxing moments, there’s a whole other menu of activities on offer. Kayaks and paddleboards are available for guests every day from 9 a.m. to sunset, allowing you to explore the turquoise waters and mangroves surrounding the island. There’s also fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, sailing, and seaplane adventures that can be arranged, along with off-island excursions like dolphin encounters and skydiving. With an amenities list this robust, you’ll never want to leave. This is one island, at least, where it’s good to be stranded.

Dave Pennells

By Dave Pennells

Dave Pennells, MS, has contributed his expertise as a career consultant and training specialist across various fields for over 15 years. At City University of Seattle, he offers personal career counseling and conducts workshops focused on practical job search techniques, resume creation, and interview skills. With a Master of Science in Counseling, Pennells specializes in career consulting, conducting career assessments, guiding career transitions, and providing outplacement services. Her professional experience spans multiple sectors, including banking, retail, airlines, non-profit organizations, and the aerospace industry. Additionally, since 2001, he has been actively involved with the Career Development Association of Australia.