What is Crystal Beach like?

Travelers to Destin's Crystal Beach neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood. Be sure to check out Henderson Beach State Park and Henderson Beach as part of your Crystal Beach travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in Crystal Beach?

Based on our traveler data, The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay in Crystal Beach. This resort is a short 6-minute walk from Miramar Beach, and it offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other good options for your stay in the area include Holiday Inn Express Destin E - Commons Mall area by IHG and Sea Oats Motel .

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Crystal Beach area?

Expedia has 1355 hotels and other accommodations in Crystal Beach to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Destin area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Crystal Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Crystal Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Crystal Beach?

To access more information about updating your trip to Crystal Beach or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page .

What can I see and do in this Destin neighborhood?

Henderson Beach, Miramar Beach, and James Lee Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay in Crystal Beach. As you're discovering the neighborhood, Henderson Beach State Park and Shore at Crystal Beach Park are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Crystal Beach include Destin Commons, Club LA, and Regatta Bay Golf & Yacht Club. While you're out sightseeing, Emerald Coast Centre and James Lee Park are a couple of additional sights to visit in Destin.

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Our top choices for Crystal Beach hotels

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

1. Sea Oats Motel

Crystal Beach

Tobin

SAR 819 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sep - 25 Sep

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

2. Holiday Inn Express Destin E - Commons Mall area by IHG

Crystal Beach

Philip

SAR 429 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sep - 14 Sep

3. The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa

Crystal Beach

Claudale

SAR 1,604 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sep - 14 Sep

4. Crystal Dunes Beach Resort by Panhandle Getaways

Crystal Beach

Edward

SAR 3,554 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

5. Caribbean Dunes by Panhandle Getaways

Crystal Beach

SAR 2,241 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sep - 10 Sep

6. Hyatt House Destin

0.7 km from Crystal Beach

Diana

SAR 501 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sep - 18 Sep

7. Spark by Hilton Destin

1.1 km from Crystal Beach

Magaly

SAR 319 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sep - 14 Sep

8. Hilton Garden Inn Destin Commons

1.2 km from Crystal Beach

Flavious E

SAR 383 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

9. Comfort Inn & Suites Destin near Henderson Beach

1.2 km from Crystal Beach

Tiffany

SAR 286 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sep - 15 Sep

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Destin

2.4 km from Crystal Beach

"We had a wonderful stay at Fairfield Inn & Suites! The hotel was very clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and attentive throughout our stay. The location is excellent for enjoying Destin and the beautiful beaches nearby. We had a great experience and would definitely stay here again on our next visit. Highly recommended! Thank you for making our stay so enjoyable!"

Johnatan

SAR 404 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sep - 11 Sep

11. Tru By Hilton Destin

2.5 km from Crystal Beach

Jimmy

SAR 344 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sep - 29 Sep

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Miramar Beach-Destin

3.4 km from Crystal Beach

Charmaine

SAR 356 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sep - 15 Sep

13. Palms Resort 2813: 2br, Pools, Courts, Gulf Views & Minutes to Beach!

3.4 km from Crystal Beach

Daniel

SAR 4,764 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sep - 11 Sep

14. Home2 Suites By Hilton Destin

3.5 km from Crystal Beach

keron

SAR 516 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin

3.6 km from Crystal Beach

Sakina

SAR 449 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sep - 11 Sep

House | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, full-size fridge, microwave, oven

16. Destin Beach House - Gulf Star

4.1 km from Crystal Beach

SAR 6,371 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sep - 10 Sep

17. SummerPlace Inn Destin

3.7 km from Crystal Beach

Robert

SAR 280 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sep - 25 Sep

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Destin

3.7 km from Crystal Beach

jennifer

SAR 487 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sep - 23 Sep

19. Comfort Inn Miramar Beach-Destin

4.3 km from Crystal Beach

jay

SAR 309 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

20. Club Destin Condos

4.3 km from Crystal Beach

Shaunita

SAR 408 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sep - 11 Sep

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Where to stay in Crystal Beach

Find the best Crystal Beach areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A waterfront with a marina, a large hotel, and a snow-covered beach at dusk.

Holiday Isle

If you're spending some time in Holiday Isle, Destin Beaches and Destin Harbor are top sights worth seeing.

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A beach with clear blue water, white sand, and a few umbrellas.

Crystal Shores

When in Crystal Shores, you can plan a visit to Destin Commons and Emerald Coast Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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A coastal cityscape with a prominent bridge, clear turquoise waters, and a large hotel building.

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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Destiny Shores

While there might not be top attractions in Destiny Shores, you can explore the larger area and discover places like James Lee Park and James Lee Beach.

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Clipper Cove

Clipper Cove might not have many top sights, but Destin Commons and Emerald Coast Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Top Crystal Beach Hotel Reviews

7 BR, Gulf Views, Across From Beach, Movie Theater, Pool/Spa, Discount Golf Cart

10/10 Excellent

"One of the best VRBO homes we’ve stayed in! The property management team has everything down to a science, from check-in to check-out, making the entire stay seamless. The home was clean, comfortable, and so much fun for our family. It’s also right across from a new beach access, which was incredibly convenient. We had a great experience and would absolutely stay here again!"

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10/10 Excellent

"We had such a wonderful family reunion! The house fit our family perfectly. Plenty of bedrooms, two living room spaces, and a huge dinning room table. We found the Crab Trap beach so convenient and accessible for the grandparents. After a session at the beach it was back to the house for lunch and then the pool!"

Big House by the Sea - Beach Front Home with Large Private Pool, Theater & Bar

10/10 Excellent

"The home itself is beautiful and very spacious. A few small issues with appliances but nothing that hindered our ability to function in the kitchen. Beds were very comfortable and the view was amazing. Fun for all ages."

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Our top choices for Crystal Beach hotels

1. Sea Oats Motel

2. Holiday Inn Express Destin E - Commons Mall area by IHG

3. The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa

4. Crystal Dunes Beach Resort by Panhandle Getaways

5. Caribbean Dunes by Panhandle Getaways

6. Hyatt House Destin

7. Spark by Hilton Destin

8. Hilton Garden Inn Destin Commons

9. Comfort Inn & Suites Destin near Henderson Beach

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Destin

11. Tru By Hilton Destin

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Miramar Beach-Destin

13. Palms Resort 2813: 2br, Pools, Courts, Gulf Views & Minutes to Beach!

14. Home2 Suites By Hilton Destin

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin

16. Destin Beach House - Gulf Star

17. SummerPlace Inn Destin

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Destin

19. Comfort Inn Miramar Beach-Destin

20. Club Destin Condos

Where to stay in Crystal Beach

Holiday Isle

Crystal Shores

Indian Bayou

Destiny Shores

Clipper Cove

Top Crystal Beach Hotel Reviews

7 BR, Gulf Views, Across From Beach, Movie Theater, Pool/Spa, Discount Golf Cart

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