Best hotels in Vero Beach
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson
9330 19th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32966
Located 11 miles from South Beach, County Inn & Suites lets you enjoy accommodation close to the beach and Vero Beach Outlets, found just next door. Breakfast is free and you can work it off at the onsite fitness center. Or if you prefer, laze around the hotel’s outdoor pool and soak up the sun.
Springhill Suites by Marriott Vero Beach
5115 Indian River Bvd, Vero Beach, FL 32967
This hotel is a great idea for those flying in to the airport. It’s situated nearby many of Vero Beach’s top destinations, including McKee Botanical Garden, the Jackie Robinson Training Complex and the city center. But with sumptuous King or Queen-sized beds, free Wi-Fi and breakfast, nobody would blame you for choosing to spend a little extra time in the hotel.
Costa d’Este Beach Resort & Spa
3244 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach, FL 31904
There are truly stunning sunset views to enjoy at this destination. After a day enjoying the many activities on offer, including kayaking, paddleboarding and trips to the boutiques of Ocean Drive, return to catch that sunset glimpse. There’s also an array of spa packages and wellness sessions to enjoy on-site.
Best restaurants in Vero Beach
The Tides
3103 Cardinal Drive, Vero Beach, FL 32963
Since 2000, The Tides has been serving up Floridian and New American cuisine, courtesy of chef Leanne Kelleher. There’s seafood, meats and locally grown fruit and vegetables, with Latin, classical French, Southern and Caribbean influences thrown in on this stacked menu.
Trattoria Dorioi
1555 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach, FL 32963
Authentic Italian cuisine is on the menu here, including pappardelle bolognese, risotto pescatore and salmon crudo. Opened in 2013, Trattoria Dorioi aims and succeeds in creating a genuine Italian trattoria experience. The owners make a point of personally greeting every guest and making them feel at home.
Ocean Grill
1050 Sexton Plaza, Vero Beach, FL, 32963
Few restaurants have a backstory as interesting as their menu. It was built by local entrepreneur Waldo Sexton and the first meal was served on New Year’s Eve 1941. During the Second World War, it was used as an officer’s club for the nearby naval air base. These days, there’s delicious Mediterranean seafood, meat dishes and gluten free options to enjoy.
Best attractions in Vero Beach
McKee Botanical Garden
350 US Highway 1, Vero Beach, FL, 32962
Enter 18 acres of more than 10,000 plants and enjoy Florida at its prettiest and most tranquil. Grown-ups and children will all relish strolling along the trails and looking at the blooming fauna. There are occasional exhibitions, and the café is a great place to visit if you need to refuel.
Vero Beach Museum of Art
3001 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, FL, 32963
Since 1978 the VBMA has been putting on great exhibitions of contemporary art.
Its permanent collections feature glass, paintings, video, photography and sculptures from the early 20th century. The museum also puts on special events, including concerts in the park and art classes.
South Beach Park
1702 Ocean Dr, Vero Beach, FL, 32963
Journey across the 17th Street Bridge and you’ll find South Beach Park, packed with walking trails that are perfect for enjoying on a summer’s day. It’s right next to Ocean Drive, and easily accessible in your rental, and its exclusive beach is among the cleanest in the area – ideal for a chilled-out stroll.