Entire condo

16𝒕𝒉 𝑺𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝑯𝒊𝒈𝒉 𝑹𝒊𝒔𝒆 𝑳𝒖𝒙𝒖𝒓𝒚 𝒢𝓊𝓁𝒻 𝒱𝒾ℯ𝓌 5 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒓 2br

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Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Indoor pool, outdoor pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61333 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

16𝒕𝒉 𝑺𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝑯𝒊𝒈𝒉 𝑹𝒊𝒔𝒆 𝑳𝒖𝒙𝒖𝒓𝒚 𝒢𝓊𝓁𝒻 𝒱𝒾ℯ𝓌 5 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒓 2br

Welcome to Stayawhile — Unit 1606 in Tower 2 at the luxurious Portofino Resort, Pensacola Beach. With fabulous 5-star reviews and views of both sunrise and sunset over the Gulf of Mexico, this Gulf-view condo offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and scenery.

Located directly across from the beach (a short walk—true for all Portofino condos), Stayawhile features a private balcony with stunning, unobstructed Gulf views. Please note: this unit does not have an electric grill, as some Portofino condos do.

📽 Video tour: Watch here — it’s the best way to see if this condo is the right fit for your stay!



Important Booking Info
• Must be 25+ to rent and staying on premise.
• Max occupancy: 6 guests, including children.
• No smoking, no pets.
• We do not advertise on Craigslist.
• Highly recommend purchasing travel insurance at booking (via VRBO or your preferred provider).



Inside the Condo
• Bedrooms: 1 King (primary), 1 Queen (second), 1 Double sleeper sofa (living room)
• Bathrooms: 2½ baths
• Fully stocked kitchen with all the essentials
• Extras you’ll love: coffee, laundry detergent, cleaning supplies, garbage bags, beach towels—things most rentals don’t provide.

You’ll truly just need to bring your luggage and yourself!



Resort Amenities (Portofino)

Portofino charges an $80 check-in fee + $25/day amenity fee (paid directly to them), covering:
• Indoor Olympic-size pool
• Multiple outdoor pools
• Jacuzzis
• Fitness center
• Lifestyle center access

Optional extras—such as spa services, water sports, or certain activities—are available for an additional cost at the resort.


We’re proud to maintain consistent 5-star ratings across all our managed condos, with many happy repeat guests. Stayawhile is stocked and set up so you can relax from the moment you walk in the door.

Property manager

Mary Bedard

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,333 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Pensacola Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Opal Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Park East On-Leash Dog Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Pensacola Beach Boardwalk - 8 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Casino Beach - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • Pensacola Station - 29 min drive
  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Hilton Pensacola Beach - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 16𝒕𝒉 𝑺𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝑯𝒊𝒈𝒉 𝑹𝒊𝒔𝒆 𝑳𝒖𝒙𝒖𝒓𝒚 𝒢𝓊𝓁𝒻 𝒱𝒾ℯ𝓌 5 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒓 2br have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Is 16𝒕𝒉 𝑺𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝑯𝒊𝒈𝒉 𝑹𝒊𝒔𝒆 𝑳𝒖𝒙𝒖𝒓𝒚 𝒢𝓊𝓁𝒻 𝒱𝒾ℯ𝓌 5 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒓 2br pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 16𝒕𝒉 𝑺𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝑯𝒊𝒈𝒉 𝑹𝒊𝒔𝒆 𝑳𝒖𝒙𝒖𝒓𝒚 𝒢𝓊𝓁𝒻 𝒱𝒾ℯ𝓌 5 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒓 2br?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 16𝒕𝒉 𝑺𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝑯𝒊𝒈𝒉 𝑹𝒊𝒔𝒆 𝑳𝒖𝒙𝒖𝒓𝒚 𝒢𝓊𝓁𝒻 𝒱𝒾ℯ𝓌 5 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒓 2br?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 16𝒕𝒉 𝑺𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝑯𝒊𝒈𝒉 𝑹𝒊𝒔𝒆 𝑳𝒖𝒙𝒖𝒓𝒚 𝒢𝓊𝓁𝒻 𝒱𝒾ℯ𝓌 5 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒓 2br located?

Nestled on the beach, this Pensacola Beach condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound and Pensacola Beach Beaches. Opal Beach and Park East On-Leash Dog Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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16𝒕𝒉 𝑺𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝑯𝒊𝒈𝒉 𝑹𝒊𝒔𝒆 𝑳𝒖𝒙𝒖𝒓𝒚 𝒢𝓊𝓁𝒻 𝒱𝒾ℯ𝓌 5 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒓 2br Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 145 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rovers R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

Great stay with love how clean the unit was - amazing view! Also just the fact that they have the small basics you need for the trip and do not have to go shopping for weird things like trash bags , dish soap, or even beach towels. They have the placed stocked!We will stay with them again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

10/10!!!!

We had the BEST vacation. The room is flawless, the portofino resort is beautiful and the host Mary was the absolute sweetest! The location was perfect, quick walk to the beach and the pools on property were nice as well! We can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend

Great place to stay for a weekend getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break

Very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience!

The property was very clean and well maintained. The listing was very clean and had everything we needed. The property manager communicated very well and was very responsive to any questions. I would definitely recommend staying here. I can’t wait to be back! I added a picture of the view for reference.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful spot!

This bright and spacious condo is a perfect spot for a family getaway. Loved the restaurant, pool and beaches on site!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alice S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to get away!

Portofino is a great place to vacation at and this condo was perfect for the family. Beautiful views and a homey feel.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Views

Everything was great and the view of Gulf was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean place, Mary was very nice and responsive.

Love portafino, very nice place and amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

Celebrating 30 years of marriage great location near everything. Property clean perfect quick getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great unit!

We live Portifino and the views from this unit were spectacular! Had everything we needed and more!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful scenery

Beautiful condo. We enjoyed our stay. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lizzy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay!

We had the best stay! 10/10! Will definitely be back’
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

Had a great long weekend getaway with my best friend. Views were incredible!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our stay was absolutely amazing. The Stayawhile offers awesome views of the Gulf, beautiful accommodations with an upscale feel. The unit was very clean and packed with amenities for everything - ranging from paper towels to boogie boards. I definitely plan to stay again and would highly recommend it to others!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All the comforts of home

My husband and I enjoyed staying here. It was clean and comfortable. We hope to book again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tara J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great condo

Very quiet. Great view! Easy check in and check out process. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect start to Summer

Stay a while at Portofino Island Resort was amazing. The views were absolutely gorgeous. The condo was well stocked and very homey. Will definitely be returning back. Great vacation for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lina S., Campton Hills, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break vacation spot

One of my favorite spots for spring break. Room is clean and comfortable with stunning views. I love that it has all small necessities: towels, chairs, detergent, spices etc. Definitely would come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Jeanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vaycay

Very comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cook family

Portofino Island is beautiful place to be. Ocean and bay views, plenty of swimming pools and restaurants right on property. Our condo was nicely furnished and decorated. Kitchen was fully accommodating, condiments appreciated. Very clean we enjoyed our time there. I recommend staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jeremy T M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great week at the resort and lot’s activities for the kids to do

Easy process
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

Mary was a wonderful host, very helpful and quick to respond with our questions. The condo is better in person! Very clean and had everything we needed. We will definitely be back…hopefully soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Mary and the staff at Portofino were amazing! Mary kept us informed on changes and activities to do while in Pensacola! Would highly recommend! Condo was very clean and absolutely beautiful view!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect vacation

This unit is clean, comfortable, and perfectly situated on the world’s most beautiful beach. We could not have asked for a more perfect vacation. Thank you, Mary!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023