Emerald Coast, FL

Travel Guide

Emerald Coast
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Okaloosa Island featuring general coastal views and views
Okaloosa Island featuring tranquil scenes
Okaloosa Island featuring a sandy beach

Where to stay in Emerald Coast

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Crystal Beach

4.5/5(75 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Crystal Beach, Henderson Beach State Park and Henderson Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Frangista Beach

4/5(2 area reviews)

Frangista Beach might not have many top sights, but Miramar Beach and Golf Course At Seascape Resort are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Four Mile Village

If you're spending some time in Four Mile Village, Topsail Hill Preserve State Park and Miramar Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Gulf Pines

While Gulf Pines might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links and Silver Sands Premium Outlets.

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Indian Bayou

While visiting Indian Bayou, you might make a stop by sights like Choctawhatchee Bay and Indian Bayou Golf Club.

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Crystal Shores

When in Crystal Shores, you can plan a visit to Destin Commons and James Lee Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Crystal Shores
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4 out of 5
Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500 Fort Walton Beach FL
$97 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Dec 22 to Dec 23
$109 total
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,940 reviews)
Good but not as expected with 4 star hotel

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Home2 Suites By Hilton Destin

Home2 Suites By Hilton Destin

3 out of 5
14060 Emerald Coast Pkwy Destin FL
$85 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Dec 12 to Dec 13
$96 total
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Destin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Hoya can and breakfast associates were great maintenance nd housekeeping were great too. Great breakfast

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

Home2 Suites By Hilton Destin
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard

Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard

3 out of 5
100 Grand Blvd Miramar Beach FL
$76 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
$85 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Miramar Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,539 reviews)
Always a nice place to stay. I stay here about 6 or more times a year.

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Club Destin Condos

Club Destin Condos

2.5 out of 5
1085 US-98 Destin FL
Stay at this apartment in Destin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (870 reviews)
Nice quick getaway for the thanksgiving weekend

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

Club Destin Condos
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort

4 out of 5
9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy W Miramar Beach FL
Book a stay at this beach condo in Miramar Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,834 reviews)
We love staying here been a couple times always great.

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
SunDestin Beach Resort

SunDestin Beach Resort

3 out of 5
1040 Hwy 98 East Destin FL
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Destin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,023 reviews)
Great location. Beach was beautiful.

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

SunDestin Beach Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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