Must-see hotels in Florida Panhandle

  • Aunt Martha's Bed & Breakfast

    Gulf Coast

    A short walk from downtown, this charming inn overlooks the Intracoastal. Elegant, unfussy rooms with big brass beds look out into the leafy branches of…

  • Hibiscus Coffee & Guesthouse

    Gulf Coast

    Tucked into a tree-studded corner of the area's oldest township, you'll find this delightfully chilled-out garden guesthouse. A variety of self-contained…

  • Island Hotel

    Florida Panhandle

    A night in this old-fashioned, 1859 tabby shell and oak building will relax you for sure. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it has 10…

  • Pearl

    Gulf Coast

    It's hard to miss the Pearl – this Victorian-style building dominates the architectural landscape, which is saying something in New Urbanist Rosemary…

  • WaterColor Inn & Resort

    Gulf Coast

    This lauded, full-service luxury resort designed by architect David Rockwell occupies almost 500 acres of beachfront land. Contemporary rooms feature soft…

  • Grayton Beach State Park

    Gulf Coast

    It might be tricky to make spending the rest of your life here in paradise a reality, but it doesn't mean you can't afford to stay here for a short time…

  • Rosemary Beach Inn

    Gulf Coast

    This sunset-red, delightfully renovated hotel in downtown Rosemary Beach is styled like a European inn. There's no lobby, and the 11 guest rooms are quiet…

  • Wisteria Inn

    Gulf Coast

    This sweet little 15-room motel has a variety of tastefully themed rooms from South Beach to the Far East, as well as poolside mimosa hours and an 'adults…

  • Hotel Duval

    Florida Panhandle

    Slick, sleek and ultra modern, this centrally located 117-room hotel has all the mod cons, and a hip interior that is actually more stylish than…

  • The Lodge at Wakulla Springs

    Florida Panhandle

    Time has stood still at the faded 1937 Wakulla Springs Lodge, a charming Spanish-style building with an enormous faux-stone fireplace in the lobby. Its 27…

  • Solé Inn

    Gulf Coast

    Just north of downtown, this motel goes for a 1960s mod look, with a black-and-white color scheme, animal-print accents and acrylic bubble lamps. The…

  • Topsail Hill Preserve State Park

    Gulf Coast

    Topsail Hill includes tent sites, comfortable bungalows with cable TVs and full furnishing, and quite dapper cabins that come with kitchens and living…

  • Holiday Inn Resort

    Gulf Coast

    This beachfront hotel has cool, inviting rooms with ultra-comfy beds, flat-screen TVs and great showers. Oceanfront rooms have spacious balconies…

  • Coombs House Inn

    Gulf Coast

    This stunning yellow Victorian inn was built in 1905 and features black-cypress wall paneling, nine fireplaces, a carved oak staircase, leaded glass…

  • Noble Manor

    Gulf Coast

    This pretty, Tudor-style 1905 mansion in the historic North Hill district is all kinds of charming. Innkeeper Bonnie runs a one-woman show, from shining…

  • Apalachicola River Inn

    Gulf Coast

    Strung with Christmas lights that twinkle across Apalachicola Bay, this waterfront inn has tasteful, old-fashioned rooms in pastel shades, many with water…

  • Fort Pickens Campground

    Gulf Coast

    Amid the windblown trees across from the beach, these two pleasant campgrounds are popular with RV-ers, though you'll see the odd tent or two. There are…

  • Riverwood Suites

    Gulf Coast

    The four spacious rooms inside this formerly abandoned tin warehouse – the 'Baltimore Building' – have hardwood floors, artsy headboards, modern fixin's…

  • Paradise Inn

    Gulf Coast

    Across from the beach, this sherbet-colored motel is a lively, cheery place thanks to its popular bar and grill (ask for a quiet room near the parking lot…

  • Lee House

    Gulf Coast

    Waterfront location and historical architectural charm come together at the Lee House, which boasts nine individually appointed, attractively decorated…

  • Water Street Hotel

    Gulf Coast

    Attractive, modern yet classically styled one- and two-bedroom suites with full kitchens, four-poster beds and awesome, broad, covered porches overlooking…

  • aloft Tallahassee Downtown

    Florida Panhandle

    This branch of the popular aloft chain boasts a prime downtown location and funky, functional rooms. Bathrooms feature counter-to-ceiling mirrors and lots…

  • Henderson Park Inn

    Gulf Coast

    This classy shingled inn has 35 tastefully decorated rooms with high-end Egyptian cotton linens, and thoughtful touches such as chocolates on your pillow…

  • Sheraton Bay Point Resort

    Gulf Coast

    One of the more comfortable bases in PCB is this pleasantly appointed resort, featuring views of St Andrews Bay, two golf courses, water-sports rentals, a…

  • New World Inn

    Gulf Coast

    Peek under the lid of this former box factory and you'll find surprisingly lovely rooms with luxe bedding and attractive hardwood flooring. They've got…

  • Pensacola Victorian B&B

    Gulf Coast

    This stately 1892 Queen Anne building offers four lovingly maintained guest rooms. The standout is Suzanne's Room, with its hardwood floors, blue toile…

  • Little English Guesthouse

    Florida Panhandle

    In a peaceful residential neighborhood 20 minutes from downtown Tallahassee, London-bred Tracey has turned her suburban house into a homey little English…

  • Driftwood Inn

    Gulf Coast

    If you're looking for something homely yet exotic, try the Driftwood Inn, with its manicured gardens, gift shop, resident pets and combination of tidy…

  • Henderson Beach State Park

    Gulf Coast

    This coastal paradise has 54 very private sites and good restrooms amid twisted scrub pines, with a 0.75-mile nature walk through the dune system. It's…

  • Big Lagoon State Park Camping

    Gulf Coast

    There are 75 bucolic campsites in this state park peppered among the pine woods. Electric hookups and drinkable water.

  • Camel Lake Campground

    Florida Panhandle

    The Camel Lake campground includes electric hookups, flush toilets and a bathhouse.

  • Allison House Inn

    Florida Panhandle

    The former 1843 home of soldier and lawyer General AK Allison (who traveled to Washington to secure Florida’s status as a state and was jailed for six…

  • Port Inn

    Gulf Coast

    A really pleasant Panhandle overnight stop is the Port Inn, with front-row seats for the sunsets over the bay. A timber porch with rocking chairs runs the…

  • Holiday Inn Resort

    Gulf Coast

    This half-moon-shaped beachfront mega-hotel has large, refurbished rooms, although it's impossible to fully shake its '70s Boogie Nights vibe. It's got…

  • Margaritaville Beach Hotel

    Gulf Coast

    Jimmy Buffett, of Vegas' Margaritaville fame, isn't known for his good taste; however, this beachfront hotel challenges that reputation. Spacious rooms…

  • Crowne Plaza Pensacola Grand

    Gulf Coast

    The most attractive element of this hotel is the setting: the historic 1912 L&N Rail passenger terminal, which now serves as the hotel lobby, complete…

  • Four Points Tallahassee Downtown

    Florida Panhandle

    Discounted prepaid rates are available online for this comfortable, central hotel that looks a little like a massive blue cigar. With an emphasis on…

  • St George Inn

    Gulf Coast

    One of the few historic structures on an island lined with new condo developments, this rambling clapboard inn has comfy, if creaky, rooms and numerous…

  • Wingate by Wyndham Destin

    Gulf Coast

    A chain hotel but cheap and convenient assuming you don't need a place right on the beach. A shuttle can bring you to spots nearby, and the breakfast…