Overlooking the ocean and with beach access, this high-rise hotel is a 12-minute walk from Gulf World Marine Park and 2.1 miles to Shipwreck Island Waterpark.

All accommodations have private balconies, plus free WiFi, TVs with cable channels and CD players, as well as microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers. Studios have stoves, while 1 & 2-bedroom suites offer full kitchens with washer/dryers. Some have pull-out pull-out sofas.

Amenities include 2 outdoor pools, a poolside tiki bar, a children’s pool with water jets and 2 hot tubs. There’s also a coffeeshop, fitness center and free garage parking. Parasailing and jet skiing are available (fee).