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Located in Destin, 1.5 miles from Miramar Beach, Hotel Effie Sandestin Resort has accommodations with free bikes, private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The hotel has a private beach area. At the hotel you'll find a restaurant serving American cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested. You can play tennis at Hotel Effie Sandestin Resort. There's an in-house bar and guests can also use the business area. Fort Walton Beach Park is 16 miles from the accommodation, while Russell Fields Pier is 30 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Destin Executive Airport, 9.3 miles from Hotel Effie Sandestin Resort.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Private parking at the hotel


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Availability

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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Destin
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  • Patty
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location, fabulous amenities, beautifully decorated lobby, delicious breakfast, lovely pool, close to incredible beaches.
  • C
    Carole
    United States of America United States of America
    The property is upscale, elegant landscaping, beautifully designed and decorated with a more contemporary flair. Fresh Flowers greet you in the lobby with wonderful fragrances, and spotless clean! Staff professionals well diverse in several...
  • Reneathia
    United States of America United States of America
    Cleanliness and proximity to Bay Town and Beach. Daily fresh baked cookies!

Hotel area info

Restaurants
2 Restaurants On Site

  • Ovide
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
  • Ara
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of Hotel Effie Sandestin Resort
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Private Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Spa
  • Fitness center
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
Outdoors
  • Private beach area
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Bike tours
  • Beach
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs $32 per day.
  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage
Services
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
  • Room service
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool is on rooftop
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

< 1 year old
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note a Non-Refundable pet cleaning fee of $250 per room per stay will be applied when you bring your dogs. Dogs only, 2 dogs maximum per room. Dogs are not allowed in suites and high floor rooms.

If booking more than 5+reservations, hotel will require full payment at time of booking.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Hotel Effie Sandestin Resort

  • Check-in at Hotel Effie Sandestin Resort is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Hotel Effie Sandestin Resort is 10.6 miles from the center of Destin. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Hotel Effie Sandestin Resort offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Massage
    • Tennis court
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Fitness
    • Spa facilities
    • Bike tours
    • Beach
    • Bicycle rental
    • Private beach area
    • Full-body massage
    • Swimming pool
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area

  • Hotel Effie Sandestin Resort has 2 restaurants:

    • Ara
    • Ovide

  • Room options at Hotel Effie Sandestin Resort include:

    • Suite
    • Double

  • The prices at Hotel Effie Sandestin Resort may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.