Title: Visit Gulf District: 2026 Gulf District, Santa Rosa Beach Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Gulf District](https://expedia.com/Gulf-District-Santa-Rosa-Beach-Hotels.0-n553248635976471809-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Santa Rosa Beach](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Santa-Rosa-Beach.d183118.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Santa Rosa Beach](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Rosa-Beach.d183118.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Gulf District](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Gulf-District.d553248635976471809.Car-Rental-Guide)[Gulf District Vacations](https://expedia.com/Gulf-District.d553248635976471809.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Gulf District, FL ## Santa Rosa Beach ![High angle landscape view of beautiful beach with sand and clear turquoise water with coastal feature in Masinloc, Zambales, Philippines ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976471809/49c8337d-66b9-4cb3-878c-9b948bc173aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![High angle landscape view of beautiful beach with sand and clear turquoise water with coastal feature in Masinloc, Zambales, Philippines ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976471809/49c8337d-66b9-4cb3-878c-9b948bc173aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Gulf District Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Santa Rosa Beach Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Santa-Rosa-Beach.dx183118) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Downtown Destin Florida with Destin Bridge or William T. Marler Bridge connect Santa Rosa Island beach near Crab Island with busy speeding boats on turquoise water along Gulf of Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653511/861f05ce-284e-44a5-81a1-093edd1e65b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seaside Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Seaside Beach during your travels in Santa Rosa Beach? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets. [](https://expedia.com/Seaside-Beach-Seaside.d553248621532653511.Vacation-Attraction) ![Pathway and sea oats on beach at Santa Rosa Island near Pensacola, Florida; Shutterstock ID 104491910; purchase_order: SP-1269 HA 2018 Batch 1; Order: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000426474/a96e8eab-0fab-483b-b7db-d4ebdec20242.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Blue Mountain Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Blue Mountain Beach during your travels in Blue Mountain Beach? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Blue-Mountain-Beach-Blue-Mountain-Beach.d3000426474.Vacation-Attraction) ![Grayton Beach State Park showing a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065719/bef00a69-79ce-43c9-ad80-6522601cc5c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Grayton Beach State Park Relax on pristine beaches, walk through tranquil forests and dine on local seafood when you visit this attractive beachside community. [](https://expedia.com/Grayton-Beach-State-Park-Watercolor.d6065719.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sunrise at Deer Lake - Seacrest Beach FL, Shutterstock ID 1063492796, Purchase Order: Wave 0 First Batch, Order Number: , Client/Licensee: Hotels.com / BEX, Other: Mixed Budget](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976496771/93651c5d-5862-49b6-b760-83edb8601380.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seacrest Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seacrest Beach during your trip to WaterSound Beach? [](https://expedia.com/Seacrest-Beach-Panama-City-Beach.d553248635976496771.Vacation-Attraction) ![SantaRosaBeach_30ABikeTrail_553248621532653510_02](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653510/427d757d-bee9-4d57-85d0-e87edcf1ef4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 30A Bike Trail Enjoy a trip to 30A Bike Trail and popular activities like golfing in Santa Rosa Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its lively bars. [](https://expedia.com/30A-Bike-Trail-Santa-Rosa-Beach.d553248621532653510.Vacation-Attraction) ![500px Photo ID: 170153661 - Bright sun, blue skies, a few clouds, and green water.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976194776/54d6ef3b-3fa4-4138-ab7a-73fdc908142f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seagrove Beach East Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seagrove Beach East during your trip to Santa Rosa Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Seagrove-Beach-East-Seagrove-Beach.d553248635976194776.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![SOL y LUNA cruising from the Baytowne Marina for a sunset dolphin cruise.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49836200/faaf126c-f649-4a9d-a4a8-1ba646c321bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sandestin Sunset Eco-Dolphin Cruise Aboard Sol y Luna $33 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/sandestin-sunset-eco-dolphin-cruise-aboard-sol-y-luna.a49836200.activity-details) ![Inshore Fishing on the Waters of the Choctawhatchee Bay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2106806/33f4b02f-620f-456a-8fdf-ca288d7a495f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Inshore Fishing on the Waters of the Choctawhatchee Bay $500 per traveler **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/inshore-fishing-on-the-waters-of-the-choctawhatchee-bay.a2106806.activity-details) ![Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Fort Lauderdale ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3233250/e196de8a-6110-4a4e-9737-827f56c51301.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Fort Lauderdale $223 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/private-vacation-photoshoot-with-photographer-in-fort-lauderdale.a3233250.activity-details) [See all activities in Santa Rosa Beach](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Rosa-Beach.d183118.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Gulf District Hotel Deals ![Hampton Inn & Suites Panama City Beach-Beachfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17270000/17262400/17262390/efb41bcc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton Inn & Suites Panama City Beach-Beachfront 15505 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach FL $140 nightly $158 total Mar 2 - Mar 3 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,428 reviews) Very nice. Clean. Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F2%2F2026&endDate=3%2F3%2F2026&selected=17262390&PinnedHotelID=17262390&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471809) ![Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9600000/9591800/9591782/94b0e1fb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort 17255 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach FL $51 nightly $57 total Mar 5 - Mar 6 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ... 7.8/10 Good! (2,220 reviews) Room was shabby and worn down. Found hairs on bedsheets. Ended up leaving after about 20 minutes Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F5%2F2026&endDate=3%2F6%2F2026&selected=9591782&PinnedHotelID=9591782&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471809) ![Hyatt Place Panama City Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76470000/76464100/76464089/3e7d3fe8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place Panama City Beach 15727 FRONT BEACH ROAD Panama City Beach FL $174 nightly $197 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,683 reviews) Great staff, beautiful view Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F1%2F2026&endDate=3%2F2%2F2026&selected=76464089&PinnedHotelID=76464089&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471809) ![Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45290000/45289300/45289201/a48e3f87_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach 220 Scenic Gulf Drive Miramar Beach FL $105 nightly $118 total Mar 2 - Mar 3 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Miramar Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,135 reviews) My husband and I stayed here 2/25/26 until 2/27/26 and I have to say that I am underwhelmed and dissapointed in our experience. I specifically booked a Hilton expecting to have an outstanding stay, but it was far from excellent… cheaper, lower rating hotels offer a better deal than this. They charge ... Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F2%2F2026&endDate=3%2F3%2F2026&selected=45289201&PinnedHotelID=45289201&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471809) ![The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15200000/15192500/15192425/939ecd5c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa 200 Henderson Resort Way Destin FL $378 nightly $427 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 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) All around great resort for any occasion!!! Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F1%2F2026&endDate=3%2F2%2F2026&selected=15192425&PinnedHotelID=15192425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471809) ![Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1327400/1327325/064aae59_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard 100 Grand Blvd Miramar Beach FL $101 nightly $113 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 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 ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,592 reviews) Great! 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It has the prettiest white sand and fun things to do! #LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183119/0571a8b9-48d1-422e-a014-6dfb7ed83436.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Beach District While Beach District isn't home to many top sights, Seaside Beach and Grayton Beach State Park are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Beach-District.dx553248635976482116) ![Seaside which includes a coastal town and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183119/cd77d373-abdd-4889-919c-5bcd5e98845f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Seaside 4/5(1 area review) This unincorporated area on Florida's Panhandle boasts a Seaside Farmers Market and a picturesque interfaith chapel. Explore the town center and stroll along pedestrian alleys radiating from the heart of the community. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Seaside.dx183119) ![Watercolor Seaside is my favorite beach in the South! It has the prettiest white sand and fun things to do! #LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183119/0571a8b9-48d1-422e-a014-6dfb7ed83436.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Watercolor 5/5(10 area reviews) While visiting Watercolor, you might make a stop by sights like Grayton Beach State Park and Seagrove Beach West. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Watercolor.dx553248635976471726) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cottage District Cottage District might not have many top sights, but Seaside Beach and Central Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Cottage-District.dx553248635976482506) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hammocks of Seagrove Though Hammocks of Seagrove might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Seaside Beach and Central Square. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Hammocks-Of-Seagrove.dx553248635976480838) ![Fort Walton Beach which includes a sunset and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/156147/691999ec-be31-4710-80cc-b6711724df8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Seagrove Beach 4.5/5(27 area reviews) Travelers come to Seagrove Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Seaside Beach and Seagrove Beach East while you're in town. 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