Kimpton Vero Beach Hotel & Spa

There’s no place like home, but Kimpton’s Vero Beach Hotel & Spa is a close second. The hotel’s West Indies–inspired design and oversized rooms and suites ooze a stylish comfort reminiscent of a friend’s beach house—except this beach house has room service. Wine hour begins at 5 p.m. in the lobby, a great precursor to dining at Cobalt, the property’s elegant oceanfront restaurant. Chef Daniel Traimas infuses his dishes with a blend of Midwestern and Southeast Asian influences, as seen in standout dishes like the cobia crudo with watermelon radish, serrano pepper, kaffir lime leaf, and a coconut-lime vinaigrette. Dessert becomes a tasty, charitable endeavor when ordering the turtle brownie sundae, which supports local turtle protection. For after-dinner drinks, head to the outdoor patio dotted with fire pits and featuring live music on the weekends. The resort excels at offering a calming environment for rejuvenation. A yoga session on the beach (held every Saturday) is one of the best ways to start the day. Other activities include paddleboard or kayak lessons and tours, available through on-site Paddles by the Sea. The White Orchid Spa is another must-do. While the medical-grade spa is undergoing a facelift of its own, guests can still enjoy services such as CoolSculpting, Botox, LED light therapy, and treatments like the O2 Lift Facial with exfoliating papaya and pineapple enzymes. (772-231-5666)

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