
voco Sandpiper Resort
Best for families or groups who want an all-inclusive, activity-packed stay with included meals, drinks and kids’ programming on the St. Lucie River.
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voco Sandpiper Resort is an all-inclusive, family-friendly waterfront resort on the St. Lucie River for travelers who want included meals, kids’ programs and non-motorized watersports. Hutchinson Island Hotel is a smaller, beachfront Fort Pierce hotel for travelers seeking straightforward beach access and a budget-conscious stay near Jetty Park.
Updated · about 30 km apart

Best for families or groups who want an all-inclusive, activity-packed stay with included meals, drinks and kids’ programming on the St. Lucie River.

Best for travelers who want a basic beachfront hotel near Fort Pierce attractions and a complimentary weekday breakfast.
When voco Sandpiper Resort wins: Choose voco if you want an all-inclusive resort experience with multiple pools (including an adults-only infinity pool), organized kids’ and teens’ programs, on-site sports and nightly entertainment — good for families or multi-generation groups who prefer meals and activities included.
When Hutchinson Island Hotel wins: Choose Hutchinson Island Hotel if you want a smaller, simpler beachfront stay close to Jetty Park and Fort Pierce Beach with an easier price point and complimentary weekday breakfast.
Bottom line: Pick voco Sandpiper Resort for a full-service, all-inclusive resort holiday centered on pools, river activities and family programming; pick Hutchinson Island Hotel for a no-frills, beach-adjacent option near Fort Pierce sights.
| Category | voco Sandpiper Resort | Hutchinson Island Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | All-inclusive family resort with organized activities and nightly entertainment | Smaller, beach-area hotel with straightforward amenities |
| Location | Riverfront on the St. Lucie River in Port St. Lucie (not an ocean beach) | On the waterfront/ private beach on Hutchinson Island near Jetty Park and Fort Pierce Beach |
| Size | Large resort (published counts vary; major renovation, multiple meeting spaces and hundreds of rooms listed across sources) | 70 guestrooms (individually furnished) |
| Ages / audience | All ages — family-focused with kids’ and teens’ programs; adults-only infinity pool available | |
| Pools & hot tubs | Multiple outdoor pools including a family pool and an adults-only infinity pool; heated, towel service, whirlpool features | Outdoor pool and 1 hot tub; pool is wheelchair-accessible |
| Dining & bars | Several on-site venues included in the rate (Riverside Market buffet, Lucie’s beachfront bites, Solara seasonal, sports bar and pool bars) | Complimentary weekday self-serve breakfast; no large on-site restaurant roster published |
| Spa & wellness | Rejuvenating spa treatments are offered (not included in all-inclusive rate); fitness center and fitness classes available | Not published |
| Known for | All-inclusive resort programming: included meals/drinks (house cocktails/beer/wine), on-site activities and children’s programs | Waterfront location close to Jetty Park and Fort Pierce Beach with complimentary breakfast |
| Parking & arrival | On-site self-parking available for a fee; large parking capacity listed | Self parking available (limited spaces) with a surcharge for self parking |
| Accessibility | Property offers accessible infrastructure; rooms listed as not specifically wheelchair accessible—contact property for details | Multiple accessibility features (wheelchair-accessible path to elevator, parking, pool, registration desk and meeting spaces) |
voco Sandpiper Resort sits on the banks of the St. Lucie River in Port St. Lucie—a riverfront, not oceanfront, setting with easy access to nearby Treasure Coast attractions.
Good choice if you want river-based activities and an all-inclusive resort within reach of Treasure Coast day trips.
Hutchinson Island Hotel is located on Hutchinson Island near Fort Pierce with a private beach and short walks to Jetty Park and Fort Pierce Beach.
Good choice if your priority is straightforward beach access and proximity to Fort Pierce waterfront attractions.
voco Sandpiper Resort offers a range of all-inclusive room types and suites, including waterfront and family-friendly configurations.
Choose voco for a wider selection of room types tailored to families and groups, with meals included.
Hutchinson Island Hotel provides 70 individually furnished guestrooms with standard conveniences.
Choose Hutchinson Island Hotel for simple, comfortably equipped rooms close to the beach.
Dining at voco is integrated into the all-inclusive package with several venues covering buffet, casual and bar options.
voco is the clear pick if you want meals and many on-site dining choices included in your rate.
Hutchinson Island Hotel offers a complimentary weekday self-serve breakfast and basic on-site amenities for dining convenience.
Choose Hutchinson Island Hotel if you need a simple included breakfast and plan to dine out for other meals.
voco lists multiple heated outdoor pools, including a family pool with activities and an adults-only infinity pool overlooking the river.
Pick voco if you want multiple pool experiences and structured pool programming for kids and adults.
Hutchinson Island Hotel has an outdoor pool and hot tub plus direct access to its private beach.
Pick Hutchinson Island Hotel if beachfront access and a simpler pool setup matter more than resort programming.
voco offers fitness classes, a fitness center, scheduled activities and nightly entertainment as part of the all-inclusive programming.
voco suits guests who want on-site fitness options, classes and organized evening programming.
Hutchinson Island Hotel provides basic guest services, concierge assistance and nearby nightlife options in Fort Pierce.
Choose Hutchinson Island Hotel for simple services and easy access to Fort Pierce nightlife and waterfront activities.

voco Sandpiper Resort — included meals, kids’ and teens’ programs, multiple pools and on-site activities.

Hutchinson Island Hotel — private beach access and a smaller property footprint near Jetty Park.

voco Sandpiper Resort — several on-site restaurants and bars included in the all-inclusive package.

Hutchinson Island Hotel — modest guestrooms, free weekday breakfast and easy walking access to local beaches.
voco Sandpiper Resort operates on an all-inclusive basis that includes meals, snacks and house cocktails/beer/wine; Hutchinson Island Hotel offers complimentary self-serve breakfast but other meals are paid separately.
voco Sandpiper Resort — it offers kids’ and teens’ programs, family pool activities and an all-inclusive package designed for families; Hutchinson Island Hotel is family-friendly but is a simpler, smaller hotel.
Hutchinson Island Hotel is on a private beach. voco Sandpiper Resort is riverfront on the St. Lucie River and is a short drive from nearby public ocean beaches such as Jensen Beach.
No — spa treatments at voco Sandpiper Resort are available but are not included in the all-inclusive rate and carry an extra charge.
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