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Stay dry and stylish with these cute options.

Summer is right around the corner, and with it comes warmer weather, fun outdoor activities, and sunny days spent lounging by the water. When you pack your bag for the beach, pool, or lake, be sure to include all of the essentials, like a few good summer books, some drugstore sunscreen, a cute beach outfit, and of course, one of the best beach towels.

If you're the type that likes to spend endless hours on the beach, you know the importance of a good towel. Like the best bath towels, beach towels need to be soft, absorbent, fast-drying, and stylish. The towels on this list check off all the boxes, with some bonus features to boot. For example, if you're looking for an oversized towel, we've got you covered (literally) with multiple options, including one smooth, loop-free towel that lets you leave the sand where it belongs: on the beach.

You really can't go wrong with any of these beach towels, so pick your favorite and get excited for all the sunny beach days ahead! Some of these summery designs are so stunning that you'll probably want to capture them in a selfie. Be sure to pair it with one of our favorite beach Instagram captions to really get in the spirit of summer.

This cute striped beach towel is specially formulated to repel sand. Just give it a quick shake when your day is done and leave the sand where it belongs: on the beach.

Packing for vacation? These hammam-style Turkish towels are super lightweight and packable while still being highly absorbent.

This pack of two terry beach towels comes in a classic cabana stripe pattern and 11 summery colors. With more than 5,500 reviews on Amazon, you can't go wrong with this set!

Dry off in style with this plush towel featuring a summery, '70s-inspired print. It has a soft velour front and absorbent terry on the back.

Give your beach towel a classy personal touch by adding your name or initials. This rugby stripe option is generously sized at six-and-a-half feet.

Could this towel be any cuter? It's perfect for sunny days at the beach or pool with your sweet little one.

These luxurious beach towels are made in Portugal from 100 percent long staple cotton. They're also OKEO-TEX® certified, which means they're free from any harmful chemicals.

Spread out in style with this oversized microfiber towel. Despite its large coverage, it's still ideal for travel because it packs down to a compact size.

This circular towel features a bold graphic print and and pretty pink fringe around the outside. It's 60 inches all around, so you can invite a friend or two to the party!

This cheerful print is guaranteed to make any beach day a little brighter. It's oversized, too, so you'll have plenty of lounging space.

This classic Turkish beach towel comes with a convenient bag that makes it ideal for travel. Reviewers say it's quick-drying, too.

This supersoft, absorbent cotton towel features a cool retro design that will make you stand out at the beach, pool, or lake. It's also a sustainable choice, since it's made from 100 percent recycled cotton.