We're loving this recent heat wave, but it just makes us want to kick back and relax (preferably with a cocktail in hand). So it may be a bit ironic, but we decided to do an intensive search on the laziest spots we could find -- starting in Florida. After all, it is the Sunshine State. From spas with plush lounge chairs to pools where you don't have to lift a finger, we found five Floridian hotels that are prime for lounging. Relax and unwind; it's time to take it easy.

Beach at the W South Beach

Though many hotels in South Beach have direct beach access, the W offers an unparalleled experience on the sand. Cushy white-and-black-striped lounge chairs are spread out along the hotel’s 100-yard-deep stretch of beach, which is considerably removed from the crowds in order to create a relaxing vibe. While guests bask in the sun, on-call attendants are quick to bring towels, food, beverages, or even iPod shuffles.

Spa at the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club — Jacksonville

Opened in 1928, the Ponte Vedra resort has a storied, Southern-aristocratic reputation — but we really love it for its beautiful spa, which has ample space for you to stretch out. The 30,000-square-foot spa (the largest in the region) covers three acres of the property and features an outdoor pool, therapeutic grottos, a dining area, and numerous treatment rooms. One of our favorite spots for lounging post-massage is on the outdoor patio. With comfy recliners and the sun streaming in, what’s not to love?!

Boat House Pier at the WaterColor Inn & Resort — South Walton

The WaterColor Inn & Resort is reminiscent of its name, with beach-y whites, blues, and pale greens dominating the soothing color scheme throughout the lobby and rooms. Along with a beautiful private beach, the hotel offers a long pier that stretches far into the calm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Sure you could take a kayak out for paddle, or you could lie back on the sun-bleached wooden planks and enjoy the peace and quiet. We’d go with the latter.

Pool at the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach

In keeping with the brand’s reputation, this Four Seasons outpost provides guests with top-notch, round-the-clock service — and that includes at the hotel’s pool. It doesn’t get much better than sunbathing poolside while looking out at the ocean; or so we thought. But at the Four Seasons Palm Beach, poolside attendants are on call and periodically bring loungers free sunscreen, water, towels, and fruit — they’ll even help guests cool down with Evian spritzes.

Landshark Landing Beach Bar at the Margaritaville Beach Hotel — Pensacola

The first resort to open under Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville brand, the Margaritaville Beach Hotel offers a relaxed, tropical atmosphere right on a beautiful stretch of sandy coastline. And on that sandy stretch, revelers party (laid-back style) at the Landshark Landing Beach Bar. So do what you came to Margaritaville to do — lie back in a hammock with a margarita in hand and take in the sunset.

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