Located right on the oceanfront just north of the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, this retro, one-story hotel makes for an affordable and friendly stay in the heart of the island. A stay at Silver Sands Beach Resort is like stepping back in time to Old Florida. And while the rooms are a bit outdated, they make up for it with their spaciousness, cleanliness and affordability. Choose from standard rooms with kitchenettes, oceanfront rooms that let you stroll right out onto the beach and little one-bedroom cottages with pull-out couches, full kitchens and even a private patio for dining outside on an umbrella-shaded terrace.

There’s an oceanfront heated pool where the kids will love dipping for a swim between frolics on the beautiful stretch of beach. And while there’s nowhere to eat onsite, you can whip up meals in your unit or stroll to one of the 10 restaurants located within just a few minutes’ walk from the hotel.