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The Capitana

B&B meets boutique hotel at this chic, 75-room waterfront spot away from the Duval madness.  It offers suites, cottages, and guest rooms decorated in, yep, coastal décor, but here it actually works because the water views complement, not contradict, the shiplap. Family rooms have bunk beds, and cottages have furnished decks and two king bedrooms. A handsome pool, and actual private beach area (a rarity in these parts except for Casa Marina), are big pluses as are the restaurant, tiki bar, onsite paddleboard, kayak, and bike rentals, and waterfront fitness center. The staff here, too, are unusually gracious and helpful. The $35/day resort fee covers daily continental breakfast and self parking.