Top 20 Hotel Destinations for Spring Break
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Holiday travel · March 1 – March 31, 2026

Top 20 Hotel Destinations for Spring Break

Spring break picks for families and couples alike: dry-season beaches, spring skiing, theme parks and the first cherry blossoms.

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Lake Buena Vista, United States

Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort

Family resort inside Walt Disney World with a lazy river.

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Punta Mita, Mexico

Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita

Hillside casitas on a private peninsula with a Jack Nicklaus golf course.

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Seven Mile Beach, Cayman Islands

The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman

Seven Mile Beach resort with a Greg Norman golf course.

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Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands

Grace Bay Club

Beachfront resort on Grace Bay with adults-only and family wings.

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Rio Grande, Puerto Rico

St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort, Puerto Rico

A five-star stay in Rio Grande, a strong base for Puerto Rico.

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Honolulu, United States

Halekulani

Classic Waikiki beachfront hotel with Diamond Head views.

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Kona, United States

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

Oceanfront resort with seven pools, including a snorkeling pool stocked with tropical fish.

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San José del Cabo, Mexico

Las Ventanas al Paraíso, A Rosewood Resort

Secluded corridor resort known for its personal butlers and Sea of Cortez views.

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San Pedro, Belize

Victoria House Resort & Spa

A five-star stay in San Pedro, a strong base for Belize.

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Soufrière, Saint Lucia

Jade Mountain

Open-walled sanctuaries with infinity pools facing the Pitons.

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Paradise Island, Bahamas

The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort

Storied resort on Paradise Island with terraced Versailles Gardens.

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Naples, United States

The Ritz-Carlton, Naples

Mediterranean-style beachfront resort on the Gulf.

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Vail, United States

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail

Vail Village resort with ski concierge and a heated outdoor pool.

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Scottsdale, United States

Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North

A five-star stay in Scottsdale, a strong base for Scottsdale.

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Springdale, United States

Cliffrose Springdale, Curio Collection By Hilton

A four-star stay in Springdale, a strong base for Southern Utah.

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Sedona, United States

L'Auberge de Sedona

Creekside cottages along Oak Creek with red-rock views.

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Washington, United States

The Jefferson, Washington DC

Intimate Beaux-Arts hotel a few blocks from the White House.

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Mexico City, Mexico

Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City

Hacienda-style hotel with a courtyard garden on Paseo de la Reforma.

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Kyoto, Japan

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

Riverside hotel on the Kamogawa with views toward the Higashiyama hills.

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Lisbon, Portugal

Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon

Mid-century landmark overlooking Eduardo VII Park, with a rooftop running track.

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Spring break picks for families and couples alike: dry-season beaches, spring skiing, theme parks and the first cherry blossoms.

  1. Orlando, United States

    Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States

    • family

    Why Spring Break

    Disney and Orlando's theme parks in warm spring weather, with a resort lazy river for downtime.

    Typical weather
    Highs ~79°F (26°C); warm
    Crowds · season
    High · Peak
    Price level
    $$$$

    Family resort inside Walt Disney World with a lazy river.

    Explore Orlando →
  2. Punta Mita, Mexico

    Nayarit, Mexico

    • beach
    • family
    • romance

    Why Spring Break

    Dry season, calm water and the last of the whale season in Banderas Bay.

    Typical weather
    Highs ~81°F (27°C); dry
    Crowds · season
    High · Peak
    Price level
    $$$$

    Hillside casitas on a private peninsula with a Jack Nicklaus golf course.

    Explore Punta Mita →
  3. Seven Mile Beach, Cayman Islands

    • beach
    • family

    Why Spring Break

    Calm water and excellent visibility for snorkeling at Stingray City.

    Typical weather
    Highs ~84°F (29°C); dry
    Crowds · season
    High · Peak
    Price level
    $$$$

    Seven Mile Beach resort with a Greg Norman golf course.

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  4. Turks and Caicos, Turks and Caicos Islands

    Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands

    • beach
    • romance
    • family

    Why Spring Break

    Dry weather and calm, shallow water on Grace Bay for families.

    Typical weather
    Highs ~84°F (29°C); dry
    Crowds · season
    High · Peak
    Price level
    $$$$

    Where we'd stay

    Grace Bay Club

    $$$$

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    Beachfront resort on Grace Bay with adults-only and family wings.

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  5. Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico

    Dorado, Puerto Rico

    • beach
    • family
    • culture

    Why Spring Break

    Beaches, El Yunque rainforest and Old San Juan with no passport needed for US travelers.

    Typical weather
    Highs ~83°F (28°C); mostly dry
    Crowds · season
    High · Peak
    Price level
    $$$$

    A five-star stay in Rio Grande, a strong base for Puerto Rico.

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  6. Hawaii, United States

    • beach
    • city
    • family

    Why Spring Break

    Spring sunshine on Waikiki and the last of whale season.

    Typical weather
    Highs ~80°F (27°C); passing showers
    Crowds · season
    High · Shoulder
    Price level
    $$$$

    Where we'd stay

    Halekulani

    $$$$

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    Classic Waikiki beachfront hotel with Diamond Head views.

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  7. Hawaii, United States

    • beach
    • adventure
    • family

    Why Spring Break

    Dry Kona-coast weather, manta ray night snorkels and kid-friendly pools.

    Typical weather
    Highs ~81°F (27°C); dry
    Crowds · season
    High · Peak
    Price level
    $$$$

    Oceanfront resort with seven pools, including a snorkeling pool stocked with tropical fish.

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  8. Los Cabos, Mexico

    San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico

    • beach
    • romance
    • adventure

    Why Spring Break

    Dry season and calm Sea of Cortez days in Los Cabos.

    Typical weather
    Highs ~81°F (27°C); dry
    Crowds · season
    High · Peak
    Price level
    $$$$

    Secluded corridor resort known for its personal butlers and Sea of Cortez views.

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  9. Belize, Belize

    Ambergris Caye, Belize

    • beach
    • adventure
    • romance

    Why Spring Break

    Diving the Belize Barrier Reef in the dry season.

    Typical weather
    Highs ~83°F (28°C); dry
    Crowds · season
    Moderate · Peak
    Price level
    $$$$

    A five-star stay in San Pedro, a strong base for Belize.

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  10. St. Lucia, Saint Lucia

    Soufrière, Saint Lucia

    • beach
    • romance
    • adventure

    Why Spring Break

    Hiking the Pitons and snorkeling in St. Lucia's dry season.

    Typical weather
    Highs ~84°F (29°C); dry
    Crowds · season
    Moderate · Peak
    Price level
    $$$$

    Where we'd stay

    Jade Mountain

    $$$$

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    Open-walled sanctuaries with infinity pools facing the Pitons.

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  11. Bahamas, Bahamas

    Paradise Island, New Providence, Bahamas

    • beach
    • family
    • romance

    Why Spring Break

    Dry, warm Bahamas weather a short flight from the East Coast.

    Typical weather
    Highs ~79°F (26°C); dry
    Crowds · season
    High · Peak
    Price level
    $$$$

    Storied resort on Paradise Island with terraced Versailles Gardens.

    Explore Bahamas →
  12. Naples, United States

    Florida, United States

    • beach
    • family

    Why Spring Break

    Gulf beaches and Everglades trips in Florida's dry season.

    Typical weather
    Highs ~80°F (27°C); dry
    Crowds · season
    High · Peak
    Price level
    $$$$

    Mediterranean-style beachfront resort on the Gulf.

    Explore Naples →
  13. Colorado, United States

    • ski
    • family

    Why Spring Break

    Spring skiing in one of Colorado's snowiest months, with sunny bluebird days.

    Typical weather
    Highs ~40°F (4°C); mix of sun and snow
    Crowds · season
    High · Peak
    Price level
    $$$$

    Vail Village resort with ski concierge and a heated outdoor pool.

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  14. Scottsdale, United States

    Arizona, United States

    • family
    • city

    Why Spring Break

    Spring training baseball and warm desert pools.

    Typical weather
    Highs ~76°F (24°C); dry
    Crowds · season
    High · Peak
    Price level
    $$$

    A five-star stay in Scottsdale, a strong base for Scottsdale.

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  15. Canyon Point, Utah, United States

    • adventure
    • nature

    Why Spring Break

    Slot canyon hikes in perfect spring temperatures.

    Typical weather
    Highs ~64°F (18°C); dry
    Crowds · season
    Moderate · Shoulder
    Price level
    $$$$

    A four-star stay in Springdale, a strong base for Southern Utah.

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  16. Sedona, United States

    Arizona, United States

    • nature
    • adventure
    • romance

    Why Spring Break

    Red-rock hiking and jeep tours in ideal spring weather.

    Typical weather
    Highs ~65°F (18°C); dry
    Crowds · season
    High · Peak
    Price level
    $$$

    Creekside cottages along Oak Creek with red-rock views.

    Explore Sedona →
  17. Washington, D.C., United States

    Washington, District of Columbia, United States

    • city
    • culture
    • family

    Why Spring Break

    Cherry blossom season and free Smithsonian museums for families.

    Typical weather
    Highs ~57°F (14°C); mild
    Crowds · season
    High · Peak
    Price level
    $$$

    Intimate Beaux-Arts hotel a few blocks from the White House.

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  18. Mexico City, Mexico

    Mexico City, Mexico

    • city
    • culture

    Why Spring Break

    Jacaranda season and warm, dry days for museums and markets.

    Typical weather
    Highs ~77°F (25°C); dry
    Crowds · season
    Moderate · Shoulder
    Price level
    $$$

    Hacienda-style hotel with a courtyard garden on Paseo de la Reforma.

    Explore Mexico City →
  19. Kyoto, Japan

    Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

    • culture
    • romance
    • city

    Why Spring Break

    Cherry blossoms usually begin opening in late March.

    Typical weather
    Highs ~59°F (15°C); cool
    Crowds · season
    High · Peak
    Price level
    $$$$

    Riverside hotel on the Kamogawa with views toward the Higashiyama hills.

    Explore Kyoto →
  20. Lisbon, Portugal

    Lisbon, Portugal

    • city
    • culture

    Why Spring Break

    Mild spring weather and fewer crowds than summer.

    Typical weather
    Highs ~66°F (19°C); some showers
    Crowds · season
    Moderate · Shoulder
    Price level
    $$$

    Mid-century landmark overlooking Eduardo VII Park, with a rooftop running track.

    Explore Lisbon →