I've been fishing since I was six years old, and the day I figured out you could combine fishing with resort vacation deals was the day my wife stopped complaining about my fishing trips. She gets the pool and spa, I get the bass and redfish, and we both get a resort suite for less than most fishing lodges charge. Its the perfect arrangment and these vacation deals make it possible.
Why Fishing + Resort Deals = The Perfect Combo
Dedicated fishing lodges cost $200-500 per night and your non-fishing partner has nothing to do. Resort deals cost $79-149/night and have pools, restaurants, spas, and activities for everyone. The fishing is just as good because the destinations are the same — you're just staying somewhere that makes both of you happy. Plus, most resort deals include full kitchens where you can cook your catch.
Top 10 Fishing Vacation Destinations
1. Orlando/Kissimmee, Florida — From $79/Night
Central Florida has some of the best largemouth bass fishing in the world. Lake Toho, the Butler Chain, and the St. Johns River are all within 30 minutes of Westgate Orlando resorts at $79/night. The bass here average 4-6 pounds with trophy fish over 10 pounds caught regularly. Winter and spring are the best seasons.
2. Branson, Missouri — From $79/Night
Table Rock Lake is a world-class bass fishery — largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass all thrive here. Westgate Branson Woods deals from $79/night put you 15 minutes from multiple boat ramps. The lake also has excellent walleye and crappie fishing. Spring and fall are prime seasons when the bass move shallow.
3. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina — From $89/Night
Inshore redfish and flounder in the salt marshes, offshore king mackerel and cobia, and pier fishing right from the boardwalk. Westgate Myrtle Beach deals from $89/night give you oceanfront lodging with fishing a short drive away. The fall run from September to November is absolutely spectacular for redfish.
4. Cocoa Beach, Florida — From $89/Night
The Indian River Lagoon system has redfish, snook, trout, and tarpon. Offshore, you can target sailfish, mahi, and wahoo. Westgate Cocoa Beach deals from $89/night put you right on the Atlantic. The Banana River and Mosquito Lagoon are both within 30 minutes and offer some of the best sight-fishing in the country.
5. Gatlinburg, Tennessee — From $89/Night
Trout fishing in the Smokies is bucket-list caliber. The national park has rainbow, brown, and brook trout in crystal-clear mountain streams. Westgate deals from $89/night. The Tuckasegee and Little River are excellent, and fly fishing in these mountains is as close to meditation as fishing gets. You dont need a park fishing license — your Tennessee license covers it.
6. Cabo San Lucas, Mexico — From $139/Night
The marlin capital of the world. Striped marlin, blue marlin, yellowfin tuna, and dorado are all catchable from Cabo's charter fleet. Pueblo Bonito all-inclusive deals from $139/night through BookVIP give you a luxury base. Charter boats run $350-600 per trip but catching a marlin is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
7. Puerto Vallarta, Mexico — From $119/Night
Sailfish, roosterfish, and dorado in Banderas Bay. Inshore fishing for jack crevalle and snapper is productive year-round. El Cid and Pueblo Bonito deals from $119/night all-inclusive through BookVIP. The winter months (November-March) are prime for sailfish — its common to hook 5-10 in a single day.
8. Hilton Head Island, South Carolina — From $139/Night
Inshore redfish, trout, and flounder in the tidal creeks. Offshore cobia, king mackerel, and shark. HGV deals from $139/night. Hilton Head's waters are productive year-round but spring and fall are best. The island also has several fishing piers and a charter fleet based at Harbour Town.
9. San Antonio, Texas — From $89/Night
Canyon Lake and Medina Lake are within an hour and offer excellent largemouth bass, catfish, and white bass fishing. Wyndham deals from $89/night. Canyon Lake's tail-race trout fishery below the dam is outstanding and unusual for Texas. The Guadalupe River has rainbow trout stocked year-round in the cool tail waters.
10. Mazatlan, Mexico — From $109/Night All-Inclusive
Sailfish, marlin, and dorado offshore. Inshore roosterfish and snapper. El Cid all-inclusive deals from $109/night make Mazatlan the best value for a fishing vacation in Mexico. Charter boats are cheaper here than Cabo — about $250-400 per trip — and the fishing is comparable. November through April is prime season.
Fishing Deals Comparison
| Destination | Price/Night | Target Species | Charter Cost | Best Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando | $79 | Largemouth bass | $200-350 | Jan-Apr |
| Branson | $79 | Bass, walleye | $200-300 | Mar-May, Oct |
| Myrtle Beach | $89 | Redfish, king mackerel | $300-500 | Sep-Nov |
| Cocoa Beach | $89 | Snook, redfish, tarpon | $300-450 | Year-round |
| Gatlinburg | $89 | Trout | Guide $200-300 | Mar-Jun |
| San Antonio | $89 | Bass, catfish, trout | $200-350 | Spring/Fall |
| Mazatlan AI | $109 | Sailfish, marlin | $250-400 | Nov-Apr |
| Puerto Vallarta | $119 | Sailfish, roosterfish | $300-500 | Nov-Mar |
| Hilton Head | $139 | Redfish, flounder | $300-500 | Spring/Fall |
| Cabo | $139 | Marlin, tuna | $350-600 | Oct-Dec |
A fishing vacation doesn't have to mean roughing it in a cabin. These resort vacation deals give you comfortable lodging, happy travel partners, and world-class fishing. The fish don't care where you sleep — but you might as well sleep somewhere nice.