Emerald Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Emerald Coast
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Okaloosa Island which includes views and general coastal views
Okaloosa Island showing tranquil scenes
Okaloosa Island featuring a sandy beach

Where to stay in Emerald Coast

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Crystal Beach

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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Frangista Beach

While Frangista Beach may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Miramar Beach and Golf Course At Seascape Resort.

Frangista Beach
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Four Mile Village

While visiting Four Mile Village, you might make a stop by sights like Miramar Beach and Topsail Hill Preserve State Park.

Four Mile Village
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Gulf Pines

Gulf Pines might not have many top sights, but Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links and Silver Sands Premium Outlets are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Gulf Pines
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Indian Bayou

If you're spending some time in Indian Bayou, Choctawhatchee Bay and Indian Bayou Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Indian Bayou
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Avalon Beach Estates

Though Avalon Beach Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Miramar Beach and Emerald Bay Golf Club.

Avalon Beach Estates
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4 out of 5
Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500 Fort Walton Beach FL
The price is NZ$250 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
NZ$250
11 Jan - 12 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,956 reviews)
The staff was very welcoming .it was busy time checking in and they were very nice....price was great too

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Home2 Suites By Hilton Destin

Home2 Suites By Hilton Destin

3 out of 5
14060 Emerald Coast Pkwy Destin FL
The price is NZ$167 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
NZ$167
7 Jan - 8 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Destin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
The room was clean and quite adequate. Lovely location near the beach, which was beautiful. We will be back.

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Home2 Suites By Hilton Destin
The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
200 Henderson Resort Way Destin FL
The price is NZ$683 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
NZ$683
4 Jan - 5 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Destin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Check in was good. Dinner was ok. Room faucet didnt work.

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa
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.
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort

4 out of 5
9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy W Miramar Beach FL
Stay at this beach condo in Miramar Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,834 reviews)
We love staying here been a couple times always great.

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Club Destin Condos

Club Destin Condos

2.5 out of 5
1085 US-98 Destin FL
Stay at this apartment in Destin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (875 reviews)
Was an amazing stay. Love the indoor pool and hot tub. Room was great. We will always stay here if the price stays resonable and within our budget.

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Club Destin Condos
SunDestin Beach Resort

SunDestin Beach Resort

3 out of 5
1040 Hwy 98 East Destin FL
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Destin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Destin ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,023 reviews)
Great location. Beach was beautiful.

Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025

SunDestin Beach Resort
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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