
voco Sandpiper Resort
Best for families and activity-focused travelers who want meals, many activities and non-motorized watersports included.
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voco Sandpiper Resort is an all-inclusive, family-friendly riverfront resort in Port St. Lucie with pools, daily activities and included meals and drinks; read this if you want an activity-packed, all-included waterfront stay. Marriott Hutchinson Island Resort & Beach Villas, Golf & Marina is a full-service beachfront Marriott in nearby Stuart with golf and marina amenities; read this if you want a traditional beachfront resort with villas, golf and meeting facilities.
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Best for families and activity-focused travelers who want meals, many activities and non-motorized watersports included.

Best for travelers who prefer a beachfront Marriott with on-site golf, a marina and multiple pools plus villa-style room options.
When voco Sandpiper Resort wins: Choose voco if you want an all-inclusive package that covers meals, house drinks, daily activities, kids’ and teens’ programs, included non-motorized watersports and an emphasis on family entertainment.
When Marriott Hutchinson Island Resort & Beach Villas, Golf & Marina wins: Choose the Marriott if you want direct ocean access, on-site golf and marina services, larger conference/meeting capacity, or prefer the consistency of a full-service Marriott with villas and multiple on-site restaurants/bars.
Bottom line: Both are waterfront resort escapes on Florida's Treasure Coast, but they target different priorities — voco for an included, activity-led riverfront family experience; the Marriott for a beachfront, golf-and-marina resort stay with full-service resort facilities.
| Category | voco Sandpiper Resort | Marriott Hutchinson Island Resort & Beach Villas, Golf & Marina |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | All-inclusive, activity-focused riverfront resort with family programming | Full-service beachfront Marriott with golf, marina and meeting spaces |
| Location | On the banks of the St. Lucie River (Port St. Lucie) | On the Atlantic beachfront in Stuart (555 NE Ocean Boulevard) |
| Size / rooms | Room counts vary by source (listed figures 249–335 depending on listing and renovation phase) | 274 guestrooms and beach villas (supplier listing: 274 guestrooms indicated in highlights) |
| Ages / audience | All-ages; family-friendly with kids’ & teens’ programs and an adults-only infinity pool | All-ages; not adults-only |
| Pools | Multiple outdoor pools including a family main pool and an adults-only infinity pool (heated, towels, whirlpools) | Multiple outdoor pools (supplier lists 3 outdoor pools and 1 hot tub) |
| Beach / waterfront | Riverfront on the St. Lucie River with waterfront activities (kayak/paddleboard included) | Direct Atlantic beachfront with complimentary beach shuttle |
| Dining & bars | Several on-site venues included under the all-inclusive package (Riverside Market buffet, Lucie's, Solara, Match Point, pool bars) | Multiple restaurants and bars (supplier lists 3 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, poolside bars and a coffee shop) |
| Signature amenity | All-inclusive programming (meals/drinks/activities included) and organized daily entertainment | On-site golf course, marina services and larger conference/event facilities |
| Wellness & fitness | Fitness center (free), fitness classes and yoga included | Fitness facilities listed; tennis/pickleball/large outdoor recreation offering on site |
| Meetings & events | Extensive event space including multiple ballrooms and outdoor wedding lawns (several venues listed, Atlantic Ballroom, Florida Ballrooms, The Landing) | Large conference center and 21 meeting rooms with roughly 28,129 sq ft / 2,814 sq m conference space (supplier listing shows many meeting rooms and conference center) |
voco Sandpiper Resort sits on the St. Lucie River in Port St. Lucie, giving a riverfront setting with water-based activities.
Choose voco when you want river access, included non-motorized watersports and easy access to inland nature and nearby beaches by car.
Marriott Hutchinson Island is a beachfront resort in Stuart with direct access to the Atlantic and nearby coastal attractions.
Choose the Marriott when beachfront location, ocean activities and proximity to Stuart’s coastal attractions matter most.
voco offers a mix of standard rooms and multi-bedroom suites, with family-friendly room types and connecting options.
voco’s room mix emphasizes family and multi-guest options with the convenience of an all-inclusive rate.
Marriott lists a wide variety of guestrooms and beach villas, from standard resort rooms to 1-bedroom condominiums and oceanfront tower studios.
Marriott is a good choice for travelers wanting beachfront rooms or villa-style accommodation options within a full-service resort.
Dining at voco is built into the rate: an international buffet, casual beachfront bites and rotating seasonal options are part of the offer.
If you prefer predictable, included meals and casual beachside dining, voco’s all-inclusive model simplifies dining decisions.
Marriott offers multiple on-site restaurants and bars (supplier lists 3 restaurants, pool bars, a beach bar and a coffee shop).
Marriott provides a range of beachfront dining options and bars; expect a la carte pricing rather than an all-inclusive package.
voco centers much of its guest experience around included pool time, family activities and river access.
voco is built for pool-and-activity-focused stays where waterfront paddling and organized programming are part of the package.
The Marriott offers multiple outdoor pools and direct access to an Atlantic beach plus marina and golf amenities.
Marriott suits travelers wanting beach days plus larger resort recreation options like golf and marina access.
voco includes fitness classes and a fitness center; spa treatments are available but cost extra.
voco covers fitness and nightly family entertainment in its all-inclusive model; budget for spa treatments if you want them.
Marriott lists fitness facilities and a broad events program; a dedicated spa name is not published in the supplier listing.
Marriott provides fitness and event-driven evening options; if you need a named spa facility, confirm availability directly with the hotel.

voco Sandpiper Resort — meals, house drinks, kids’/teens’ programs, non-motorized watersports and daily activities are included.

Marriott Hutchinson Island — direct Atlantic beachfront, beach bar and complimentary beach shuttle.

Marriott Hutchinson Island — on-site golf course, marina services and sailing/boating options nearby.

Marriott Hutchinson Island — large conference center and numerous meeting rooms; supplier listing highlights extensive meeting/banquet space.
voco Sandpiper Resort operates all-inclusive packages that include meals, snacks and house cocktails/beer/wine; Marriott does not operate on an all-inclusive basis per supplier listing.
Marriott Hutchinson Island is on the Atlantic beachfront and provides direct beach access and a beach shuttle; voco is riverfront with nearby beaches a short drive away.
At voco, spa treatments are advertised but are not included in the all-inclusive rate and carry an extra charge. For the Marriott, a specific branded spa name was not published in the supplier listing (Not published); confirm spa services and charges with the property.
Yes — both properties accommodate families. voco is explicitly family-focused with kids’ and teens’ programs and family pools; Marriott is not adults-only and lists family-friendly amenities.
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