10 Best Baby Beach Tents Reviewed in 2024

It pops up quickly and can be easily put back in a convenient carrying bag. It will protect your little one from the elements and allow you to keep a close eye on them. This is the ideal place for a nap or a respite from the hot summer sun. This fun children’s tent will allow you to stay out on the beach all day long with your family.

Breathability

This little dynamo is sized at 3x3x3 feet, so it is the perfect size for a toddler or two. The mesh screen on the front allows for ventilation and it velcros in place for easy comings and goings, and it has tabs that hold it in place when not in use.

Portability

This structure is easy to put up and take down with the two included tent poles. The mesh windows on the sides are at ground level so you can see your little one playing or napping from the front and two sides and it comes with a carrying case for easy storage and transport.

UV Protection

Pacific Bay has packed this little shade spot with features to make a day on the beach fun and relaxing. It is rated at UPF 30+ for super sun protection and has mesh windows for ventilation and bug protection on a hot day.

Durability

This tent is super light so you'll need to weigh it down if it's windy out. Additionally, some customers received products that broke quickly after one or two setups and takedowns.

Price Range

This Pacific Play sunshade is the most economically priced on our list. It is the only tent that has ground level mesh windows allowing you to see the baby from three sides. This feature alone is worth the price.

This is the best shade tent if you want compact privacy. You will be able to take the kids down to the beach and stay for the entire day. You can have a picnic and the kids can take their afternoon naps in the comfort of this shade tent.

Breathability

This tent can provide complete privacy for feeding or a calming nap environment. The front flaps fold down and the back window has a roll-up cover.

Portability

Schylling created a winner with the Play Shade. It is an instant pop up tent with waterproof flooring.

Durability

This product includes tent stakes and strategically placed sand pockets to anchor it down on windy days. It is the perfect place for your little one to hang out at the beach.

UV Protection

This lovely tent is rated at SPF 50+ for superior sun protection and includes a large back mesh panel to keep baby cool.

Price Range

Schylling has priced its Play Shade competitively. It falls within the midrange of prices on our list. The privacy features and ease of use make this tent a great value. Buy one for your beach day today.

Breathability

An open front and back mesh panel allow for plenty of ventilation while the mini pool also helps to keep baby cool.

Durability

The tent comes with stakes so you can weigh it down and the included splash zone pool helps with that. But a windy day still blows the top of the tent around.

Portability

This is a quick pop-up tent so set up is quick and easy. It's lightweight making it easy to carry, but folding it back up can be a hassle and has a learning curve.

UV Protection

Lined with reflective material, this pop-up tent has a UPF rating of 50+.

Price Range

This tent is on the low to mid-range of most baby pop up tents. And since it also includes a little pool, we think you're getting a steal.

Breathability

This shelter offers a 360-degree view when the windows are open! Caretakers will be able to see the little ones playing the day away in the shade. This tent has two doors, a mesh skylight, and two windows to offer ample ventilation on hot days. Your family will be able to stay cool and relaxed in this structure. The doors and windows have mesh bug screens that fold away when not in use. Bug bites are no longer an issue! ZOMAKE thought of everything with this family-friendly creation.

Portability

All you have to do is unstrap the tent and throw it in the air and it'll pop open, so setup is easy. But striking it takes some trial and error until you get the hang of it.

Durability

The exterior and flooring are water-resistant to keep the baby dry during summer showers. It is super easy to set up and includes durable fiberglass poles and sturdy Hogan Hook tent stakes for years of use.

UV Protection

ZOMAKE offers this awesome, roomy tent with a UPF rating of 50+.

Price Range

The price point is on the higher end of our list. The features included make this tent a great value. You can protect baby from the sun and bugs while still having a full view of their playtime. Peace of mind has no price. This shelter provides great bang for your buck.

Breathability

Made from breathable polyester and equipped with mesh side panels, this tent allows for plenty of ventilation, just make sure the back isn't facing where the airflow is coming from.

Durability

This product is made to last. High-quality materials mean you won't be making returns or looking for a new beach tent anytime soon. If you do have a problem with it, your warranty lasts a year.

Portability

Lightweight, this is great for traveling on foot or by bike. It also sets up and takes down extremely easily.

UV Protection

The Pacific Breeze has a UPF rating of 50+.

Price Range

Given its large size, it's not a surprise that this is one of the pricier products on our list. But you're also getting more square footage--it's not just a mini tent for baby.

Breathability

With windows on both sides of the tent, your child will fully be able to receive a breeze. Even is the screened door is closed, the mesh will allow air to enter the tent.

Durability

The 210T polyester provides this tent with a high level of durability. The storage bag will protect the tent when it is not being used.

Portability

Transporting this tent to the beach is a stress-free process. The included storage bag allows you to keep the tent folded up and organized in one place. Setting the tent up is just as easy. Designed with a top-pull-hub system, the tent unfolds in minutes. The pegs will keep the tent secured on the ground while your child plays. All of the pegs and the tent will fit inside the storage bag, thus providing you with a superior level of portability.

UV Protection

Designed with the UPF 50+ coating your child will be protected from the sun. The polyester material is non-toxic thus keeping your little one safe from harmful chemicals while they play.

Price Range

The high-quality materials and ease of use make this tent worth every penny. We can’t forget the tent is designed with a mini pool. For under fifty dollars you can add this tent to your arsenal of beach day supplies.

Breathability

The spacious tent is designed with 360-degree ventilation via the three large mesh windows and rear zip-up/down entrance. The tent is large enough to fit several kids at once and even a couple of adults. With two entrances people can easily get in and out without feeling cramped.

Durability

Composed of a premium polyester material this tent is designed to last for countless beach day adventures. The fiberglass frame enhances the level of durability as it is sturdy and resistant to rust. The braided mesh is much more durable than ordinary mesh. The braided design allows it to withstand any rough play that may occur within its walls.

Portability

The tent arrives neatly packed in a carry bag which can be reused after every adventure. The lightweight material makes it super easy to carry and set up on a variety of outdoor trips. Once you have the tent in your desired location use the stakes and sandbag to keep it secured to the ground.

UV Protection

The polyester is material is coated with heat insulation and sun screening, thus giving this tent a UPF 50. The tent works to reflect sunlight thus blocking 99% of the harmful ultraviolet rays. It is also waterproof and windproof which will keep your little one dry and comfortable while they play.

Price Range

No assembly is required as the tent automatically pops up and folds down in seconds. For $40.99, you will receive the tent, storage bag, stakes, and four sandbags. You really can’t beat the price considering it is easy to set up, highly durable and provides a superior level of protection. Plus the shark design is just too cute to pass up and can be used in a variety of outdoor settings.

This structure offers privacy when your kiddos need a nap. It is also perfect for mom and baby to use during feeding time. This shade structure comes equipped with cross ventilation windows for extra hot days. You will be able to enjoy the beach with your growing family for years in this sun shelter.

Breathability

This shelter comes with three mesh ventilation windows with retractable covers for comfort and privacy. This tent also includes an extend porch so baby can be in the sun, but avoid the scorching hot sand. The porch can also be clipped up to create a fourth wall for privacy. This sunshade will be your best buddy on the beach for years to come.

Portability

This is one of the largest tents on our list coming in at 4 feet deep, 4 feet high and 7 feet wide. It also comes equipped with guy lines and includes stakes for windy days. It weighs about seven pounds so it can be a little heavy if you're walking long distances but is very easy to set up and takedown.

Durability

The Lightspeed Outdoors Sun Shelter will easily exceed your expectations for a sunshade. This tent is extremely durable with fiberglass poles and a poly oxford floor that is kid and dog-friendly. The flooring is puncture resistant so Fido can run around inside and little Johnny can bring sticks back to play with.

UV Protection

With a UPF rating of 50+, the Lightspeed will keep you and your loved ones safe from harmful rays while still allowing you to enjoy the beauty of the beach.

Price Range

We consider this product to be fairly priced since it is quite big and durable.

It provides low profile shade and wind protection to keep you and your baby comfortable. This shade structure is a colorful way to mark your beach spot because it comes in a variety of colors and patterns. You will have the most fashionable and shady spot on the beach!

Breathability

This is the perfect place to lounge with your baby. It has a built-in ground barrier to keep you off of the hot sand. The ventilation window in the back zips open to provide a cool breeze on hot days.

Portability

Your beach spot will be ready in seconds with this quick pop up design. Just open carrying bag that the tent comes in and it will ready to pop open. It will only take minutes to put it back down at the end of your fun day.

Durability

The ONIVA Manta has a super sturdy fiberglass frame and polyester shell for durability and shade protection. It comes with a built to last lifetime guarantee, proving that you will have years of use with this shelter.

UV Protection

With a UPF rating of 50+, this tent is great for some shady relaxation when the sun is blazing bright. The floors are thicker too, so the heat from the sand won't be a problem.

Price Range

The Built to Last guarantee makes this sun and wind shelter a perfect value for your family. It is near the top of our price range for this list. The benefits of a waterproof floor and an easy to set up design more than make up for the higher price point.

It will also protect you from the summer sea breeze. Monobeach has outdone themselves with this beach shelter. You will be pleased with the features this tent offers your little bundle of joy.

Breathability

This tent is equipped with a pool feature that will keep baby cool on a hot day. You will simply need to dig a small hole and fill the pool feature with about one and one-half gallons of water. You and your baby will have a splashing fun time at the beach. There is a rear ventilation window to keep the breeze flowing and ensure that the water stays temperate.

Portability

You'll need to watch a few YouTube videos if you're struggling with setup and takedown but once you get the hang of it, it's really a cinch. Plus it's ultra-lightweight and comes with its own carrying case!

Durability

It's light so you'll either need to fill the pool up with water inside or use the included stakes to keep the tent grounded.

UV Protection

The Monobeach Pop Up Portable offers a 50+ UPF rating.

Price Range

The removable pool feature this tent offers make it a great value. The Monobeach tent comes in at a middle price point and couldn’t be a better value for the features it provides. It is a great value for a cool and comfortable baby shelter.