Title: Visit Gulf Trace: 2026 Gulf Trace, Santa Rosa Beach Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Gulf Trace](https://expedia.com/Gulf-Trace-Santa-Rosa-Beach-Hotels.0-n553248635976481084-0.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 Trace](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Gulf-Trace.d553248635976481084.Car-Rental-Guide)[Gulf Trace Vacations](https://expedia.com/Gulf-Trace.d553248635976481084.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Gulf Trace, FL ## Santa Rosa Beach ## Visit Gulf Trace 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 4.5/5(886 reviews) 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) ![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 4.5/5(340 reviews) 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) ![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 4.5/5(47 reviews) 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) ![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 4.5/5(14 reviews) 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) ![Florida gulf coast shoreline in spring at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, Santa Rosa Beach, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560505610/db32fd9d-33f3-4070-997a-6e8290d54ca4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Topsail Hill Preserve State Park 4.5/5(15 reviews) You can take time to visit Topsail Hill Preserve State Park during your travels to Santa Rosa Beach. Wander the beaches or discover the area's sunsets. [](https://expedia.com/Topsail-Hill-Preserve-State-Park-Dune-Allen-Beach.d553248621560505610.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Private Catamaran Charter to Crab Island for up to 13 Guests](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50754596/6c72ae45-d59e-4801-9ceb-880d85b27b3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Catamaran Charter to Crab Island for up to 13 Guests $564 per traveler [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/private-catamaran-charter-to-crab-island-for-up-to-13-guests.a50754596.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 Trace Hotel Deals ![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 $50 nightly $57 total Feb 16 - Feb 17 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! (2,198 reviews) Great location for a reasonable price Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F16%2F2026&endDate=2%2F17%2F2026&selected=9591782&PinnedHotelID=9591782&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481084) ![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 $327 nightly $369 total Feb 18 - Feb 19 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! (1,001 reviews) Beautiful resort, friendly staff, incredible location Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F18%2F2026&endDate=2%2F19%2F2026&selected=15192425&PinnedHotelID=15192425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481084) ![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 $78 nightly $87 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 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 ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,126 reviews) Clean. Good location. Friendly staff. Quiet Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F22%2F2026&endDate=2%2F23%2F2026&selected=45289201&PinnedHotelID=45289201&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481084) ![Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73740000/73733900/73733822/5361a5de_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin 14051 Emerald Coast Parkway Destin FL $103 nightly $117 total Feb 21 - Feb 22 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Destin. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,330 reviews) Clean room, spotless bathroom, great facilities in the room (fridge, freezer, microwave, two hot plates, pots, dishes, cups, glasses etc). Also in a good location just a few minutes from the beach and local restaurants, and has excellent parking facilities. Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F21%2F2026&endDate=2%2F22%2F2026&selected=73733822&PinnedHotelID=73733822&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481084) ![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 $76 nightly $85 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 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! (1,592 reviews) Staff was nice. Clean hotel. Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F15%2F2026&endDate=2%2F16%2F2026&selected=1327325&PinnedHotelID=1327325&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481084) ![Beachside Resort Panama City Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/905000/904980/f4f39ac2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beachside Resort Panama City Beach 21905 Front Beach Rd Panama City Beach FL $64 nightly $72 total Feb 18 - Feb 19 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ... 8.2/10 Very Good! 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You might want to make time for a stop at Grayton Beach or Grayton Beach State Park. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Grayton-Beach.dx553248635077137387) ![Pathway and sea oats on beach at Santa Rosa Island near Pensacola, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/642302230125404160/54f17316-63cb-4016-b196-cc6fb6e6a625.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Blue Mountain Beach If you're spending some time in Blue Mountain Beach, Blue Mountain Beach and Santa Rosa Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Blue-Mountain-Beach.dx642302230125404160) ![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=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gulf District Gulf District might not have many top sights, but Seaside Beach and Grayton Beach State Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Gulf-District.dx553248635976471809) ![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) ### 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. 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