Located halfway between Miami and Key West, Islamorada is known as the sport-fishing capital of the world. Proximity to the water is important to the fishing enthusiasts, boaters, and vacationers who come here, but note that conventionally sandy beaches are rare in Islamorada and throughout the Middle Keys. Many Middle Keys beaches are man-made stretches of sand framed by seawalls, more for sunning, boating, and docking than actual swimming. With that said, here are the top hotels on the beach in Islamorada.