Destin, Florida is in the northwest part of Florida. It has white-sand beaches, emerald-green water, and a mild tropical climate, with average temperatures ranging from 64 to 85 degrees, making it a popular Florida vacation destination. People travel to Destin for the beaches, for golf and for the beautiful weather. Beachfront accommodations are in high demand and aren’t priced at bargain-basement rates, but there are some nice hotels on the beach that aren’t too expensive.
The oceanfront Sea Oats Motel in Destin offers private beachfront porches and balconies. There’s a heated pool; bright, comfortable guestrooms; in-room temperature controls; TV and cable; telephones and laundry. Step out of your room onto the white-sand beach, close to shopping, dining and Florida attractions. Located away from the center of Destin yet still close to all the area has to offer, the Sea Oats Motel features quiet accommodations on Florida’s Emerald Coast.
Sea Oats Destin
3420 Scenic Highway 98
Destin, FL 32541
850-837-6655
seaoatsrentals.com
The Beachside Inn is a comfortable, smoke-free, pet-friendly two-story inn on Crystal Beach in the middle of Destin. Camille’s Restaurant offers fine dining and an impressive wine list, and Camille’s Café offers casual dining for breakfast and lunch, a coffee bar and outdoor seating. Hotel amenities include a two-tier swimming pool, hot tub, guestrooms with beach decor, kitchenettes, free newspaper and continental breakfast.
Beachside Inn
2931 Scenic Highway 98
Destin, FL 32541
850-650-9099
destinbeachsideinn.com
Crystal Villas is a two-story nonsmoking motel on Crystal Beach. Amenities include a heated indoor swimming pool, BBQ grills, kitchens, beachview guestrooms, washer/dryer and inclusive beach service. The Passport to Fun program gives guest complimentary passes to area attractions, such as Sea Blaster in Destin Harbor and Big Kahuna’s Water Park.
Crystal Villas Destin
2850 Scenic Highway 98
Destin, FL 32541
888-909-6807
crystalvillasdestin.com
