Destin, FL

Travel Guide

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HarborWalk Village which includes a bay or harbor
Destin Commons
Destin showing general coastal views, a sandy beach and a sunset
Destin showing outdoor art

Where to stay in Destin

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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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Holiday Isle

5/5(24 area reviews)

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

Holiday Isle
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Villages of Crystal Beach

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Villages of Crystal Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Destin Commons and Emerald Coast Centre.

Villages of Crystal Beach
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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.

Indian Bayou
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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.

Crystal Shores
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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.

Destiny Shores
Spark by Hilton Destin
Spark by Hilton Destin
3 out of 5
4415 Commons Dr E, Destin, FL
The price is SAR 303 per night from May 11 to May 12
SAR 303
SAR 343 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Destin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (177 reviews)
"Very, very clean and comfortable and the staff was friendly, helpful and made us feel welcome."

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

Spark by Hilton Destin
SummerPlace Inn Destin
SummerPlace Inn Destin
2.5 out of 5
14047 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, FL
The price is SAR 414 per night from May 6 to May 7
SAR 414
SAR 468 total
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Destin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (949 reviews)
"Loved everything! Wasn't pleased when I reserved a non-smoking room, but ended up getting a neighbor who smoked weed. Had the hallway stinking with the smell down to the elevator. We will return, because we had a wonderful time!!!"

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

SummerPlace Inn Destin
Village Inn Destin
Village Inn Destin
2 out of 5
215 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL
The price is SAR 276 per night from May 6 to May 7
SAR 276
SAR 337 total
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Destin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,271 reviews)
"We didnt have time to do anything. Arrived at 10 pm leaving at 11 am. Room and beds are comfortable."

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

Village Inn Destin
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.
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! (642 reviews)
"My kids and I loved our stay here. Amenities were awesome and kept us busy when at the hotel or stuck inside from being sunburnt. Prices were so much lower than anything else around and it was literally right across the street from the water!"

Reviewed on 2 May 2025

Club Destin Condos
SunDestin Beach Resort
SunDestin Beach Resort
3 out of 5
1040 Hwy 98 East, Destin, FL
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Destin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,955 reviews)
Construction!! Pools closed
"Huge construction project going on that wasn’t disclosed in information. Entire facility noise and racket from construction first thing in the am until 5-6 pm. Elevator totally sketchy and outside very dirty. Outside pools closed and kids splash pad closed. Told construction would continue for at ..."

Reviewed on 26 April 2025

SunDestin Beach Resort
Sandpiper Cove
Sandpiper Cove
2 out of 5
775 Gulf Shore Dr, Destin, FL
Stay at this condo in Destin. Enjoy free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (47 reviews)
"The outside area of ​​the property is very dark. We stayed on the second floor with a small child and a dangerous staircase. On the first day I twisted my ankle on the stairs and almost ended up in the hospital. Other than that it was amazing."

Reviewed on 25 April 2025

Sandpiper Cove
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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Reviews of Destin

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
904
5 - Excellent 64%
4 - Good
411
4 - Good 29%
3 - Okay
82
3 - Okay 6%
2 - Disappointing
16
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
9
1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Rodney

Destin is absolutely beautiful. The people are friendly and it’s so clean and nice there. Lots of amazing places close to eat.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Destin beaches are very nice and clean with clear blue water

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful clear water

5/5 - Excellent

JJack

I love Destin, I just didn’t like the hotel. Nice scenery, nice people, and different restaurants.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Loved all the fresh sea food, sights, and the view of the ocean.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful!