1 Grand Sandestin Boulevard, Destin, FL 32550, United States
#8 of 518 hotels in Destin
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1571 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.3
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
9.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 16 May 2024
Kelly
United StatesHousekeeping wasn’t great. They skipped our room several days. And room service wasn’t great. They left off items and charged extra for bringing it later.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 10 May 2024
James
United StatesValet service was not consistent, they did not pay close attention to my vehicle, when we were checking out there was a group of people taking pictures and using my vehicle as a prop. I did not like that!
We stay there for the San Destin wine festival which is perfect. The food, servers, bartenders were excellent.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Sara
United StatesNot applicable.
We had a fantastic dinner! The staff even provided special pasta for my son that has specific allergies. The manager even offered to hold my daughter when we were about to eat so I could enjoy my meal. We will definitely be back next year.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Patty
United StatesGreat location, fabulous amenities, beautifully decorated lobby, delicious breakfast, lovely pool, close to incredible beaches.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Carole
United StatesExcellent
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 languages, knowledgeable of local area and events, uniformly dressed, and eager to address your requests. The food and beverage manager Tim was out standing and went out of his way assuring us a fabulous dinning experience. The “CHEF” is 5 ⭐️!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Indra
Latviai was surprised, that cost for the superb sunbed costs 300 dollars .
design and comfort
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Reneathia
United StatesOn site restaurant. Expensive and not worth the value.
Cleanliness and proximity to Bay Town and Beach. Daily fresh baked cookies!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Savannah
United Statesour AC seemed to be fiffy, completely stopped working one night then randomly came back on
perfect location and great amenities and location!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Mohammad
United StatesN/A
I love the hotel and personnel’s are so kind and helpful and hotel is super clean and close to a fun village for the kids and adults.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Irene
United StatesNothing really
Hotel is very neat, food was on point and staff are so pleasant and friendly.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Marianella
United StatesWe had to pay for parking, which was weird but it is what it is.
Hotel Effie was gorgeous!!! Everything we needed and more, it felt like a true vacation. Everybody is kind, every space is shiny and makes you want to use the amenities, and the fact that is inside the resort and you can go and visit and have fun around is just out of this world. Loved it! Will definitely go back. Oh and a cool thing is that you get a 4 hour use of the resort bikes, daily, for free.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Lakeisha
United StatesMy bed had a fowl odor. They changed the sheets but the smell stayed. It made it hard to sleep
Customer service! The location. It was close to restaurants and activities
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Holly
United StatesAt night, you could hear people yelling downstairs from the parking lot… I believe there was a wedding with an argument
The village next door was the hikight of our stay !!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Eman
United StatesI loved the connection to the beach and walk right into boardwalk festivities. I didn’t have to move my car. This hotel was beautiful!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 30 March 2024
Shakendra
United StatesThe hotel was a luxury. The staff were very nice and the room was exceptional!!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Alison
United StatesA beautiful property in a great setting with lots of restaurant and bar options
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 19 March 2024
Stephanie
United StatesNothing.
The staff was helpful and pleasant. The facility was beautiful. It was close to many restaurants and shopping. Will definitely use again.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 17 March 2024
David
United Arab EmiratesI did not like being charged for charity I did not like being charged fees for using certain amenities
I liked the location I liked the staff I liked the cucumber water and lemon aid in the lobby
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Marquita
United StatesEverything closes early. Restaurants and bars close really early here. Also the tablet in the room should have options to order room service and other amenities. Give more details on what you can do on and around the hotel.
Beautiful property seems great if you love to golf, bike or play tennis. They offer a tram to the beach.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 March 2024
Monica
United StatesIt was chilly and the room temp was challenging. One must ask for maid service which seems a bit odd for a property of this quality.
Love the decor, food, spa, pool, bar and overall Baytown area
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Angela
United StatesEverything was so nice!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 February 2024
Brittanie
United StatesI didn’t like paying for parking. $32 for valet and $27 for self parking???
Very clean and the staff was friendly and helpful
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Tee
United StatesThe scenery and the amount of different things to do on the resort
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 February 2024
Lindsey
United StatesThe only thing we didn't like were the pillows. That's it!
Everything!!! The smell of the hotel is amazing. The staff is so classy and polite to everyone! They are top notch!
Stayed in February 2024
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