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.

Crystal Beach
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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.

Frangista Beach
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Four Mile Village

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

Four Mile Village
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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.

Gulf Pines
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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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Avalon Beach Estates

While Avalon Beach Estates isn't home to many top sights, Miramar Beach and Emerald Bay Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Avalon Beach Estates
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
$128 nightly
The price is $144 total per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
$144 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12
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! (2,951 reviews)
Breakfast plan not worth it. Lied to at check in as well. Breakfast $49 to add for 2 persons only (had 4 to a room) breakfast was $100 plus for 4 persons! Allotted $25/pp for 1st two then had to pay plus a "breakfast fee". Not worth it-slow service (one person for whole dining room)

Reviewed on Dec 31, 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 Jan 7 to Jan 8
$96 total
Jan 7 - Jan 8
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! (1,002 reviews)
Clean, modern room.

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

Home2 Suites By Hilton Destin
The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
200 Henderson Resort Way Destin FL
$348 nightly
The price is $393 total per night from Jan 3 to Jan 4
$393 total
Jan 3 - Jan 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Destin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Check in was good. Dinner was ok. Room faucet didnt work.

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa
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.
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
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! (873 reviews)
Room was in ok condition. Staff is friendly.

Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025

Club Destin Condos
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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