Top 11 Beach Tents and Beach Shelters

Beach Tents for Babies and Adults

A sunny day at the beach can renew your spirit, calm your nerves and help you relax those tired muscles on that warm sand. A fare amount of sun is good, but too much as you well know, is not. So take along your portable beach tent beach tents shade and sun shelter. Check out our best beach tent reviews below.

There are so many types of beach tents for shade and beach shelters that we decided we would put up a few samples and give our opinions on the best beach tents for babies and adults. The UV beach tent or UV beach umbrella is on top of our list.

Buying Guide

When shopping around for the right tent for adults and more importantly beach tents babies, you might not want to make a snap decision.  Here are a few things to think about when looking at different beach tents shade.

• It should also be able to stand the heat of the sun and the usual wear and tear with UV protection.
• Using the tent should not require too much effort.  Many like to have the Pop Up tents.
• Should include a carrying case to keep all the components together.
• It is essential that the beach tent can be easily folded up and can fit in the trunk of your vehicle. It should be compact and should not take too much space in the storage.
• Easy to Clean. Since it will be exposed to sand and water, you would want a material that is easy to clean. You might want to consider a breathable and fast drying fabric so that you can clean it with a wet cloth or with a quick rinse from a hose.
• Should have a warranty

Below are seven of the best tents that you may want to consider:

Pacific Breeze Easy Up Beach Tent

Features

• Specially designed EasyUp Hub System showcases industry leading design. The fastest and easiest set up and take down of all beach tents on the market
• Lightweight, compact beach tent provides protection from the sun, rain and wind for all outdoor activities, UPF 50+ sun protection and large windows for ventilation
• The tent is 87 L x 47 H x 49 D, providing a spacious interior shelter and has internal pockets to store personal items. Durable and lightweight fiberglass frame and waterproof PE floor makes the EasyUp beach tent a great outdoor accessory
• Includes a carrying case, sand pockets, and stakes
• Pacific Breeze’s consumer friendly 1-year limited warranty. Call or email any time for support

What Other People are Saying

By DPon August 31, 2016 Color: Blue|Size: X-Large|Verified Purchase”We purchased both this tent and the smaller model and we are extremely happy with both. We plan to use this tent (XL) for the beach and the smaller tent for local fairs, festivals and airshows.”

By Robynon May 16, 2015 Color: Blue|Size: Large|Verified Purchase”We purchased the Pacific Breeze beach tent to take with us on a recent trip to the Oregon coast. I practiced setting the tent up in my home before hitting the beach, and it couldn’t have been easier. It took me less than a minute to unpack it, lay it out, and pop it up by myself. Collapsing it was just as easy, and they actually give you a carrying bag that is large enough to accommodate the tent after it’s been opened. It was the perfect tool to keep us out of the wind and sun for hours on the beach. The sand bags work perfectly to keep the tent in place, even in fairly strong winds. We had a little trouble taking the tent down in the wind, however, and unfortunately somehow ripped a small hole in it during the process. The real reason I am writing this glowing review, though, is to commend Pacific Breeze for their outstanding customer service. I received a follow up email a couple of weeks after purchasing the product, asking how we liked it…”

By JFon May 3, 2015 Color: Blue|Size: Large|Verified PurchaseThis tent is a really impressive product. I spent a lot of time researching which beach tent to buy and which options were most important to me. While the price on the cheaper options was very appealing, after reading about people’s experience setting it up I decided it was worth spending the extra money and going with one of the easier to set up options. I decided to go with the EasyUp beach tent because based on the video on their website it seemed really easy to set up and take down. I often take my kids to the beach myself and I needed something that I could set up by myself and not have to spend 20 minutes working on. After receiving the tent, it was clear the company spent a lot of time thinking through small details to help enhance the overall user experience. The windows are nice and large and help provide for ventilation and a breeze on hot days, there are easily assessable pockets to store things like suntan lotion or other frequently used small items and I’m a big fan of the colors.

BATTOP Automatic Pop Up Beach Tent Sun Shelter Cabana 2-3 Person UV Protection Beach Shade for Outdoor Activities

Features

• Privacy Protection Design – 2017 Upgrade Features-The opening of pop up beach tent can be zipped up,which can provide an 100% private space for you
• Impressive Features – Large Mesh Window Provides sufficient ventilation.Provided 6 mental stakes and build-in 2 sand pockets for stabilization to keep the tent against strong wind. Strong steel beam frame,durable and lightweight,With the upgraded roller shutter at the back,you don’t worry that the wind will blow sand into your tent as long as you roll the shutter down
• Excellent UV Protection – Made of Special eco-friendly silver coated fabric to ensure that the coverage area of Anti-UV effects,UPF 50 + Sun Protection,enjoy your time without ultraviolet for all-day shade at the park,beach,sporting event
• Specifications – Package Includes: 1 BATTOP Beach Shelter; 1 Carrying bag; 6x Metal ground stakes; Weight:2.2 pounds; Size:65 x 59 x 43.5 inches (L x W x H).Recommend: 2-3 Person.(1 adult and 2 kids or 2 adults)
• Widely Use – Innovative Pop-up Design,Very suitable for children to play and carry,Beach & Fishing & Camping & Hiking& Backyard,also it can be an indoor play tent for babies.

What Other People are Saying

By Annazonian Customer on September 10, 2017Color: Dark Blue|Verified Purchase”This is very cute and portable. Good for occasional trip to the park, beach or outdoor events. We brought this to our wildwood and cape may trip where the tent fought the jersey winds. The canopy has 6 stakes, not very durable because it was very pliable but it held down the tent.My pros- affordable for starters, easy pop up and close, very comfortable inside, did not absorb the sun’s heat. It is also very easy to shake and clean. No bad plastic or vinyl smell. Im 5’2, my husband is 5’6 and my 3 yr old were able to fit inside.Cons- the side panels were not sturdy. Its best to bring extra ties and stakes. We tied on each side loops (where you lock the door); that being said, the tent was able to hold all day. Without slamming me from inside. We placed picnic mat inside because the floor mat was very thin.This is a nice portable tent for starters. But its still best to invest in higher quality tents. “

By Amandaon August 24, 2017 Color: Green|Verified Purchase”We’ve been going to the beach often lately, but the thing is, we don’t have any tent at all. So I decided to find one. And then I came across this product, and while looking at the picture, I knew it, this is what I wanted. It takes few days before it arrives but it’s worth it. My husband and I love this tent very much. It has enough room, very comfortable, easy to carry and has great material. However, it takes us several minutes before we figure out how to put back in the carrying bag. Yet, we like the design of this tent.”

By Priscillaon August 15, 2017 Color: Green|Verified Purchase”This tent is perfect for kid to experience camping. After I got it, i put it in my living room and my daughter&nephew love staying inside playing games as it feels like camping in the forest. The tent is very light to carry and water proof. It is also large enough for a kid to lay down inside. If your kids love camping, you gotta try this one out.”

iCorer Automatic Pop Up Instant Portable Outdoors Quick Cabana Beach Tent Sun Shelter

Features

• UV protection: Special silver coated fabric around the full coverage to ensure that the coverage area of anti-UV effects
• Innovative design: Innovative pop-up design – no assembly required, patented structure pops up and down in seconds
• Used widely: Sun protection for all-day shade at the park, beach, sporting event or just relaxing in the backyard, comes with its own carry case
• The strong structure: Double type b dense interwoven mesh, enhance ventilation, more upscale appearance, wind comprehensive design for fixed
• Good size: 65 x 59 x 43.5 inches (L x W x H), perfect weight: 2.2 pounds, portable carry

What Other People are Saying

By Allisonon April 14, 2016 Color: Blue|Verified Purchase”This tent is amazing! I purchased it for my one week stay with my friend who lives on the coast of SC. When you take it out of the bag, it pops up immediately. The stakes held it perfectly in the sand, and would do the same on grass. It was bigger than we thought! The fold up is tricky at first. Don’t use the video that is emailed to you when you purchase, YouTube how to put away the icorer. We watched a version that was so simple we were shocked, after having tried the other way for like 20 minutes. You will not be disappointed!”

By Stephanieon April 17, 2016 Color: Blue|Verified Purchase”It made our sweet babes first beach trip fantastic.”

By Shawnon April 15, 2016 Color: Blue|Verified Purchase”We purchased this tent to shelter our four month old baby from the sun while on vacation in St. Croix. It is lightweight (we placed it in one of our checked bags) and it was easy to put up by myself while wearing the baby; it pops open in seconds. It comes with six stakes, which were sufficient for our needs, but there are also two pockets which run along the length of the outside walls that can be filled with sand for additional anchoring. It’s pretty simple to fold, although one time we had a bit of trouble (something twisted the wrong way), but it was fine after we opened it up again and re-folded. There was plenty of room inside for the baby to nap. It lasted through our vacation (which is all we had hoped for) and we brought it home to use in the summer. Most importantly, no sunburn for baby (or Mommy)!”

Pacific Breeze Easy Up Beach Tent Deluxe XL

Features

• Specially designed EasyUp Hub System showcases industry leading design. The fastest and easiest set up and take down of all beach tents on the market
• The Deluxe XL version is lightweight and compact, weighing just over 6 pounds and folding down to a travel size of 38 L x 6 W x 6 H. The beach tent provides protection from the sun, rain and wind for all outdoor activities, UPF 50+ sun protection and 3 X-large windows for ventilation. The beach tent is made from breathable polyester and is water repellent
• The tent is 95 L x 52 H x 51 D, providing a spacious interior shelter that comfortably fits 3-4 people. The beach tent has internal pockets to store personal items and hooks for hanging. It is made of a durable and lightweight fiberglass frame and water resistant PE floor.
• Includes a carrying case, 5 sand pockets
• Pacific Breeze’s consumer friendly 1-year limited warranty.

What Other People are Saying

By Pixie Haze on May 31, 2016 Color: Blue|Size: X-Large|Verified Purchase

“This tent exceeded my expectations! This tent shielded my entire family of 5! That’s 3 children and 2 adults! My husband is 6 feet tall and he was able to sit comfortably inside. The shade from the tent also extended about another 3 feet out so it still covered the kids while playing in the sand! The set up and take down was very easy. The tent came with stakes to secure it from blowing away but you can also fill the side flaps attached to the tent with sand and have the same effect!”

By K.Lawrence on March 1, 2016 Color: Blue|Size: X-Large|Verified Purchase

“My husband hates most beach tents/umbrellas(this is our third purchase) because they are a pain and fly away in our Caribbean weather… However this is a total breeze to put up and take down by yourself. The stakes that come with it work great on the beach as well.

We live in the Caribbean and our beaches are very sandy and the breeze is strong. This tent holds up great (we put the beach bag and cooler in the tent for extra weight), it’s super roomy (three kiddies, bags and still room for mom to get in and nurse)

G4Free Outdoors Large Pop Up Beach Tent Instant Easy Up Cabana Large 3-4 Person Anti UV Portable Automatic Sun Shelter For Sport Fishing

Features

• Spacious and Comfortable – Tent Size: 86.6″*74.8″*51.18″, Much Bigger than competitors'(other competitors’s Size is only 43.3′”X 47.2′”); fit 2-4 adults in it with good head room.
• Automatic Pop Up – Pitching a tent will no longer be a hassle. Just throw it in the air and it opens up.
• Great Ventilation – 2 Large Doors & 2 side mesh windows, keeping air ventilation.
• ANTI-UV and Durable – 190T Waterproof polyester with silver coated, provides protection from the sun, rain and wind for all outdoor activities, UPF 50+.
• Used widely – Sun protection for all-day shade at the park, beach, sporting event or just relaxing in the backyard, comes with its own carry case.

What Other People are Saying

By Gwen Con August 13, 2017 Color: LAKE BLUE|Verified Purchase”I loved this pop up tent. It was perfect for our beach trip. But can be taken anywhere. Easy to pop up and put away. This product is amazing. I love when I buy something and get more than I expected. I would highly recommend this outdoor tent to anyone. Plenty of room inside and I love that you can vent from both sides.”

By Amazon Customer on September 9, 2017 Color: LAKE BLUE|Verified PurchaseI really like this tent! It popped up just like it said it would! It was windy, and the tent bent a bit with the wind, but it didn’t harm my enjoyment. Provided great shade, but still let the breeze in. It isn’t big enough for 4 people like it claims though. It was just enough for my boyfriend and I. We actually wish it were just a bit bigger. All in all, we really really like it!

By Wellreadon September 9, 2017 Color: LAKE BLUE|Verified Purchase”Easy peasy took 2 min to get this up. Baby stayed cool and it was quick to take down . Lots of fresh breeze made it perfect.”

Oileus X-Large 4 Person Beach Tent

Features

• Portable outdoor sun shelter dome canopy tent multi people large space waterproof anti UV canopy fishing, hiking picnics, camping tent sun shelter instant easy up tents with silver coating for thermal insulation and UV protection and carrying Bag
• Includes assembly instructions, 6 sand pockets bags for added stability, 4 wind ropes to keeping your things in place and organized, 8 steel stakes. Application: beach, backyard, parks or picnics Beach Fishing Camping ; Function: Sun shade and UV Protective tent; larger space, stable structure, suitable for beach, lake, parks and other places
• Light weight at 4 lbs; this shade tent measures 92″ x 45″ x 45″ providing generous space for upto 4 adults. Also featuring an awning for extra shade; packs down to 32″ x 5″ for easy carrying and storage, 1 to 2 days lightning deliverying fulfullment by Amazon
• 2 windows for maximum ventilation and air circulation; providing a spacious interior shelter and has internal pocket to store personal items; suitable for adults, kids and pets with a durable floor made of 150D PE; thick 8.5mm fiberglass poles for added stability; and umbrella rated 3000mm PU coating by newest breathable 210T polyester for wet conditions
• 2017 outdoor season best multipurpose tent and shelter, newest design and tech with best material quality and vibrant colors. Your optimum selection for outdoor events after freezing winter, enjoy the lovely active life by purchasing a Oileus camping, picnic, beach, fishing tent.

What Other People are Saying

By lorion September 2, 2017 Verified Purchase”I bought this tent after a friend suggested that we go to the beach. The tent is spacious, easy to set up and can be done in a matter of minutes. I always place a tarp underneath it for added protection on the flooring. It has kept me dry and safe and given me a good night’s rest. The only negative about this tent is the zipper can be a little finicky, but for $50 I can’t complain. I HIGHLY recommend this tent for someone just getting into beach and not looking to spend a lot of money.”

By miriam08on August 20, 2017 Verified Purchase”Purchased for our family beach vacation. This was PERFECT!!!!! Easy setup to pop open the tent. Most of our setup time (minimal) went to securing the tent so it would not blow away. Loved the interior hooks—-we used to hang our music player (I-HOME) off the center. Sound was GREAT!! Loved interior shades to the tent’s ‘windows’.”

By Heather F.on September 1, 2017 Verified Purchase”Easy to set up. Have used it twice at the beach, and has held up so far. It would be tight for 4 adults, but it fits 4 sausage dogs and me just fine.”

SEMOO Lightweight Beach Shade Tent Sun Shelter with Carry Bag

Features

• Dimensions: 47.2” L x 78.7” W x 47.2” H
• Materials: (fabric) Polyester Polyamide (PA); (floor) Polyethylene (PE); (poles) Fiberglass
• Freestanding portable sun shelter provides sun protection; Designed for the beach and/or park
• Easy set up; Shock-corded fiberglass pole frame; 4 steel pegs offer stability; 2 convenient interior storage pockets
• Comes with carry bag for easy transport and storage

What Other People are Saying

ByAmazon Customeron October 6, 2015 Verified Purchase”Little bit challenging to set the tent up while on the beach which was my original intention for it. I think it will work well for other play at home, not on the beach.”

ByPurple Ponyon July 11, 2017 Verified PurchaseFirst, I notice the price on this has more than doubled from the $20 I paid for it a few weeks ago. Must be about to go “on sale”. It’s not really worth the $20 I paid. The fabric is too thin to block much light, so it’s not really shady inside. It’s about as thick as a plastic grocery bag, if slightly more durable. It is thick enough to generate some serious heat, greenhouse style, so it’s pretty miserable to sit in in the summer. Even with a fan! Some mesh panels to uncover for cross-ventilation would have been really nice.

Size-wise, it holds a lounging adult just fine with room to spare. Set up was very easy and straightforward, just two poles.

Some very minor yet crucial fabric and design upgrades would make this a fantastic product. As it is, it is only good as an indoor play tent for kids. And you can get much fancier kid’s play tents for $20.