Top Boutique Hotels in Emerald Coast (2026)

Just a 18-minute walk from Crystal Sands Beach and 1.1 miles from James Lee Park Public Beach, Destin Daydream features accommodations in Destin, with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and barbecue facilities. Guests can benefit from a patio and an outdoor fireplace. There's a sun terrace and guests can use free Wifi and free private parking. This air-conditioned bed and breakfast comes with a fully equipped kitchenette, a seating area, a dining area, and a satellite flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are offered in the bed and breakfast. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. A bicycle rental service is available at Destin Daydream, while cycling and hiking can be enjoyed nearby. Destin Harbor Boardwalk is 6.2 miles from the accommodation, while Fort Walton Beach Park is 11 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Destin Executive Airport, 3.7 miles from Destin Daydream.

- "The better question is what did I not like! Everything was great! Walking distance to the beach if you don't mind a 25 min walk.. Nice little house attached to their house! When in Destin, it's a must you stay here! They had everything I needed, all kinds of charger plugs, sunscreen, after sun lotion, shampoo, cups, plates, utensil, snacks such as bananas, grapes, plenty of water..beach chair and towels, coolers, you name it! I was so amazed by it all! A separate living room area and bedroom! The Owner took me out for a few errands on her golf cart and gave me a tour! As a black female I had my reservations on staying but I'm soooo happy I did! I'll be back for sure!"

Boasting a private beach, WaterColor Inn & Resort is located in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. Bordering the resort is Grayton Beach State Park, a 2,000-acre park with nature trails for hiking and bicycling as well as a Western Lake, where visitors can swim, fish, canoe, paddle board, and kayak. Guests can enjoy complimentary use of bicycles, kayaks, and canoes on site. A balcony and a living area with a sofa bed, flat-screen cable TV, and DVD player are featured in the spacious guest rooms. A refrigerator is provided as well as an private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Extras include a desk and ironing facilities. When away from the resort, visit Deer Lake State Park, a pristine conservation area located 4.7 mi from the WaterColor Inn, and explore the pathways that showcase several species of indigenous plants.

- "Staff was always willing to help and the view from our balcony was spectacular" - "Everything was fabulous from the staff to the easy parking to the gulf views!" - "Perfect location for a short beach trip to 30A. The views of the Gulf from the 3rd and 4th floor rooms can't be beat. Easy access to the beach via the boardwalk over the dunes and access to four different pools on the property in addition to Camp Watercolor a short bike ride away. Wonderful dining options within the hotel with Gather and FOOW"