
voco Sandpiper Resort
Best for families and guests who want an all-inclusive stay with on-site activities and waterfront pools.
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voco Sandpiper Resort is an all-inclusive, family-oriented waterfront resort in Port St. Lucie that includes meals, activities and kids’ programs; read this if you want an activity-packed, hassle-free vacation. Courtyard (Stuart) is a 3-star Marriott select-service hotel in Stuart aimed at business and leisure travelers seeking straightforward rooms and convenient amenities; read this if you want a reliable chain hotel near Stuart.
Updated · about 20 miles (32 km) apart

Best for families and guests who want an all-inclusive stay with on-site activities and waterfront pools.

Best for business travelers or road-trip stopovers who want predictable Marriott amenities and convenient parking in Stuart.
When voco Sandpiper Resort wins: choose voco if you want an all-inclusive stay with included meals/drinks, kids’ and teens’ programming, organized activities, non-motorized watersports, multiple pools (including an adults-only infinity pool), and waterfront character. It’s the better pick for families and activity-led trips.
When Courtyard wins: choose Courtyard by Marriott (Stuart) if you need a compact, business-friendly hotel with familiar brand standards, easy parking, express check-in/out, and simple meeting or overnight-stay logistics within Stuart. It’s useful for guests prioritizing convenience and a higher user rating for a select‑service option.
Bottom line: pick voco Sandpiper Resort for a full-service, activity-rich, all-inclusive resort experience on the St. Lucie River; pick Courtyard Stuart for a reliable, no-frills Marriott stay when you want straightforward rooms and business-friendly conveniences close to Stuart.
| Category | voco Sandpiper Resort | Courtyard |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | All-inclusive resort, activity-heavy, family focus with separate adults-only pool | Marriott select-service hotel, business- and road-trip–oriented |
| Location | Port St. Lucie waterfront on the St. Lucie River (not an ocean beach) | Stuart (FL), inland hotel location at 7615 SW Lost River Road |
| Size (rooms) | Published figures vary (sources list about 249–335 rooms depending on listing and renovation phase) | Not published |
| Ages / audience | All ages — family-focused with kids’ and teens’ programs; adults-only infinity pool available | All ages — standard hotel policy, suitable for business and leisure travelers |
| Pools | Multiple outdoor pools including a family-friendly main pool and an adults-only infinity pool (heated, towel service) | Outdoor swimming pool [outdoor]; hot tub available |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple on-site venues (Riverside Market buffet, Lucie's beachfront bites, Solara seasonal, Match Point sports bar, pool bars) with many meals/drinks included | Café/coffee shop, on-site bar, restaurants and vending machine; breakfast takeaway service and usual Courtyard food/beverage options |
| Spa / treatments | Rejuvenating spa treatments are offered but are not included in the all-inclusive rate; no distinct branded spa name published | Not published |
| Known for | All-inclusive programming (meals, drinks, activities), waterfront pools and family entertainment | Reliable Marriott brand services, free on-site parking, 24-hour front desk and business/meeting facilities |
| Parking & access | On-site self-parking (published fee), controlled access and in/out privileges; resort is near I-95 access | On-site free parking (car park [free of charge]) and accessible self-parking |
| Meeting & event space | Extensive meeting and wedding venues (multiple ballrooms and outdoor lawns; capacities up to several hundred guests) | Meeting/banquet facilities available (select-service scale, smaller than full resort ballrooms) |
voco Sandpiper Resort sits on the banks of the St. Lucie River, positioned for river activities and easy drives to local beaches and parks.
Best if you want waterfront resort amenities and easy access to Treasure Coast outdoor activities.
Courtyard by Marriott Stuart is located in Stuart (FL) with straightforward road access and local points of interest nearby.
Best if you want a convenient base for exploring Stuart or a practical stop on a drive through the Treasure Coast.
voco Sandpiper Resort offers a mix of standard rooms and multi-bedroom suites configured for families and groups, many with water or garden views.
Best for families or groups that want the security of included meals and larger-room options.
Courtyard Stuart provides a range of standard rooms and suites focused on comfort and accessibility.
Best for travelers who want a dependable, comfortable room with accessible options and no all-inclusive setup.
voco Sandpiper Resort centers its dining on all-inclusive venues and casual beachfront concepts.
Best if you want a vacation where most meals and many drinks are included on-site.
Courtyard offers on-site food and beverage options typical of a Marriott select-service hotel.
Best if you prefer grab-and-go breakfasts, a café environment and standard hotel dining rather than an all-inclusive restaurant program.
voco’s pools and waterfront activities form the core of its guest experience.
Best for guests who want on-site water-based activities and poolside programming included in the rate.
Courtyard Stuart provides a standard outdoor pool and a hot tub for guest use.
Best for guests who want a simple hotel pool rather than a full resort water program.
voco mixes fitness classes, sports courts and nightly entertainment as part of the all-inclusive program.
Best if you want structured fitness and activity programming included alongside evening entertainment.
Courtyard’s wellness focus is centered on a fitness center and straightforward guest services.
Best if you want basic fitness facilities and business-friendly services rather than resort-style wellness programming.

All-inclusive rates, kids’ and teens’ programs, family pool and on-site activities make voco the stronger family option.

Courtyard’s select-service layout, express check-in/out and meeting facilities suit business travelers and brief stays.

voco includes meals, snacks and house drinks across multiple venues as part of its all-inclusive package.

Courtyard delivers Marriott’s recognizable service model, accessible rooms and easy parking.
voco Sandpiper Resort operates on an all-inclusive basis covering meals, snacks and house cocktails/beer/wine. Courtyard does not operate as all-inclusive.
voco Sandpiper Resort is set up for families with kids’ programs, a family-friendly main pool and included activities; Courtyard is a standard hotel without the resort’s organized kids’ programming.
Yes—they are about 20 miles (32 km) apart by road, so a same-day drive between Port St. Lucie and Stuart is straightforward.
Yes—both properties provide on-site parking. Courtyard lists free on-site parking; voco publishes on-site self-parking (published daily fee).
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