Top Spa & Wellness Stays in Florianópolis

Family rooms with a balcony, a kitchenette and a minibar make Hospedaria da Lagoa in Florianópolis easy to settle into with children, since snacks and simple meals are covered. The garden, sun terrace and outdoor seating give everyone space, while parents can use the spa, the hot tub, the open-air bath and the fitness room. Pets are welcome too. A 9.9 score from more than 200 reviews is about as high as ratings go, and I take that seriously.

Pousada Santarina sits in manicured gardens with pebble paths, colourful flowers and hammocks, an inviting space for children to explore while breakfast is served in the sun. Rooms have warm colonial decor, cable TV, a minibar and en suite bathrooms, and some units are apartment-style, useful for larger families. Breakfast can also be taken in a colonial-style room. Pets are welcome and WiFi is free. A 9.8 rating from 414 reviews is exceptional.

Residencial Pontal do Jurerê in Florianópolis offers aparthotel units with air-conditioning, a kitchenette, a private bathroom and a balcony, a practical setup for families preparing their own meals. A seasonal outdoor pool, a sun terrace, a garden and barbecue facilities give children space outdoors, and free WiFi and free private parking are included. A 9.8 rating from 46 reviews is outstanding, and I would recommend it to families who want an independent, self-catering stay.

CasaIvan gives families plenty of leisure on site in Florianópolis: an outdoor swimming pool, a hot tub, a solarium, a garden and a terrace. I like the shared kitchen, which lets parents prepare simple meals for children, and the continental breakfast served every day. Rooms are air-conditioned with a private bathroom and mountain views. Parents can book a massage or have a drink at the bar while the children rest. Guests rate it 9.8 from 18 reviews.

Lagoa da Conceição is just 500 metres from Pousada Vila Rosada, and Joaquina Beach is a 10-minute drive, so families in Florianópolis can alternate lagoon and ocean easily. The apartments are air-conditioned, with balconies and private gardens that give children room outside. A spa and wellness area offers parents some downtime, and free parking and WiFi cover the practical side. A 9.8 score from nearly 190 reviews is exceptional, and I would book with confidence.

A year-round outdoor pool and family apartments with kitchen facilities make Pousada Gomes in Florianópolis an easy choice with children. Each apartment is air-conditioned with a private bathroom, so meals and naps fit the family rhythm. Barbecue facilities suit relaxed evenings, laundry service helps on longer trips, and free private parking and a 24-hour front desk simplify arrivals. With a 9.7 score from more than 180 reviews, I would book it with confidence.

Pousada Ancoradouro's puts families on the sand at Praia dos Ingleses, with an outdoor pool for days when the sea is rough. The apartment-style rooms have air conditioning, a minibar and a microwave, handy for snacks and warming milk, and the daily breakfast buffet starts each day simply. Barbecue facilities make an easy family dinner, and local restaurants are within reach when nobody wants to cook.

Picnic spots and a garden give children plenty of outdoor time at Pousada Casa da Lagoa in Florianópolis. The apartment-style rooms have air conditioning, private bathrooms, garden views and a balcony, plus a dining area that suits family meals. A buffet breakfast is served every day, and there is a lounge and outdoor seating for quieter moments. Bicycle and private parking help families exploring the island. The 9.6 score from more than 200 reviews is outstanding.

I would choose LK Design Hotel Florianópolis for a couple or a pet owner who wants a contemporary five-star on Avenida Beira-Mar Norte. Design-led apartments sit in a prime beachfront location, with a rooftop outdoor pool, a high-performance gym and a spa and wellness centre. A restaurant and parking are on site, and pets are welcome. Guests give it 9.5 across 1,155 reviews.

This standard suite in Florianópolis gives a family a little outdoor space of its own: depending on the unit, there is a terrace, a balcony or a patio looking onto the garden. I like that the property adds a pool and wellness facilities, so the children can swim while parents rest. Each suite has air-conditioning, a refrigerator, a dining table and a private bathroom, and parking on site is free. Pets are welcome, and guests rate it 9.5 from 19 reviews.

Solar Beach Hotel sits right on the beach in Canasvieiras, in the north of Santa Catarina Island, and that is why I would suggest it to families: the calm sea of this bay suits children, and the sand is steps from the room. There is also an outdoor pool, a garden and a terrace, table tennis, and a daily buffet breakfast. Some rooms have sea views and pets are accepted. Guests rate it 9.4 across 246 reviews.

Mandala Camping Pousada sits right on the beach in Florianópolis, which is the main draw for families. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and balconies over the garden, and there is an indoor play area for rainy days, a hot tub, a sun terrace and a shared kitchen for simple meals. A buffet breakfast with local specialities is served daily. A score of 9.2 from 86 reviews is excellent. I would choose it for a relaxed beach holiday with children.