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WaterColor Inn & Resort

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
5 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
5 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Overview of WaterColor Inn & Resort

WaterColor Inn & Resort

4.0 star property
Upscale beachfront resort with pool bar, near Seaside Beach

9.4/10 Exceptional

193 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

  • Free parking
  • Pool
  • Internet access
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
The price is $657
Price available on 4/2/2023
Map
34 Golden Rod Circle, Santa Rosa Beach, FL, 32459
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
  • 5 outdoor pools and lazy river
  • Breakfast available
  • 5 outdoor tennis courts
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Children's pool
  • Waterslide
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

  • In Watercolor
  • Seaside Beach - 5 min walk
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 1 min drive
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 8 min drive
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 13 min drive
  • Alys Beach - 15 min drive
  • Panama City Beaches - 27 min drive
  • Carillon Beach - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (DSI) - 34 min drive
  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 44 min drive
  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hurricane Oyster Bar - 4 min drive
  • Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - 9 min walk
  • AJ's Grayton Beach - 4 min drive
  • Amavida Coffee Roasters - 8 min walk
  • Great Southern Cafe - 10 min walk

About this property

WaterColor Inn & Resort

At WaterColor Inn & Resort, you can hit the beach to enjoy the shade from a beach umbrella or relax in a sun lounger, plus you'll be 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Seaside Beach. There's plenty of fun with the 5 outdoor pools and lazy river, and guests can also take advantage of 5 outdoor tennis courts. Fish Out of Water (FOOW), one of 3 restaurants, serves southern cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this upscale resort include 3 bars/lounges, a poolside bar, and a children's pool. Fellow travelers like the pool and helpful staff.

Languages

English

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected

Social distancing

Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Temperature checks given to staff
Masks and gloves available
Hand sanitizer provided
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 60 units
  • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 4 PM - anytime
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 25

Children

  • Children (2 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free wired Internet access in public areas
  • Free wired Internet access in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Free onsite valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Waterslide
  • Lazy river
  • Playground
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Tennis
  • Basketball
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Shopping
  • Fishing
  • Ecotours nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2002
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Lazy river
  • 5 outdoor tennis courts
  • Waterslide

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (select rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Languages

  • English

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Fish Out of Water (FOOW) - This beachfront family restaurant specializes in southern cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
WaterColor Grill - This beachfront family restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Gathering Kitchen + Bar - This poolside restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Costa Chica - This beachfront rooftop bar specializes in Mexican cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Open daily.
Beach Cow - This beachfront restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out:
  • Resort fee: USD 56.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Pool access
    • Beach towels
    • Internet access (may be limited)
    • In-room safe
    • In-room bottled water
    • In-room coffee
    • Concierge service
    • Additional inclusions

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 12–21 per person

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property, and commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays.

Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests.

Social distancing measures are in place; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; guests are provided with hand sanitizer.

Policies

<p>Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site. </p><p>The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. </p><p>This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.</p>

Also known as

WaterColor Inn & Resort
WaterColor Inn & Resort Santa Rosa Beach
WaterColor Santa Rosa Beach
Water Color Hotel
Watercolor Hotel Santa Rosa Beach
WaterColor Inn And Resort Florida/Santa Rosa Beach
WaterColor Inn Resort Santa Rosa Beach
WaterColor Inn Resort
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WaterColor Inn & Resort Resort
WaterColor Inn & Resort Santa Rosa Beach
WaterColor Inn & Resort Resort Santa Rosa Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does WaterColor Inn & Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, WaterColor Inn & Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
How much does it cost to stay at WaterColor Inn & Resort?
As of Mar 29, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WaterColor Inn & Resort on Apr 2, 2023 start from $657, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at WaterColor Inn & Resort?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, and social distancing measures are in place. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Is there a pool at WaterColor Inn & Resort?
Yes, there are 5 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at WaterColor Inn & Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at WaterColor Inn & Resort?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at WaterColor Inn & Resort?
You can check in from 4 PM - anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at WaterColor Inn & Resort and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, rowing, and fishing and improve your game at the onsite tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes basketball. Enjoy a swim in one of the 5 outdoor swimming pools or use the resort's other amenities, which include 3 bars and a lazy river.
Are there restaurants at or near WaterColor Inn & Resort?
Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining, southern cuisine, and pool views.
Does WaterColor Inn & Resort have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around WaterColor Inn & Resort like?
WaterColor Inn & Resort is a short 3-minute walk from Grayton Beach State Park and 5 minutes' walk from Seaside Beach. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.3/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

The restaurant had untrained staff, they were nice but had no idea how to serve.
Roland, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jamie, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice
Great facility! Lots to do, clean, friendly…….
Gerald, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fabian, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kirsten, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Amenities not maintained. Coffee machine needed service both days. Ice machine limited and water tasted very treated. Gym and bikes only adequate. Disappointing value
Lori, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect!
CHARYL M, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The property exceeded my expectations. I will definitely come back and congratulate your kind snd gracious staff
Gary, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Tamara, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Convenience was a major factor vacationing with a 4 year old.
Sandra, 4-night family trip
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