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Welcome to Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection
An Elegant Hotel Within Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Nestled inside the gates of Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, Hotel Effie invites you to experience the charm of our 250 luxury guest rooms and suites. Enjoy an onsite restaurant at our Destin, Florida, hotel as well as a vibrant lobby bar, coffee bar, and in-room dining. Embrace wellness at our full-service spa or fitness center, or relax at our rooftop pool. Our hotel near 30A features 20,000 sq ft of dedicated meeting and event space, with an additional 30,000 square feet of function space available at the adjacent Baytowne Conference Center. Guests of Hotel Effie have access to the amenities of Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, which include pristine beaches, four golf courses, 15 tennis courts, miles of nature trails, and rental of kayaks, wave runners, bicycles, and more at the marina. The Village of Baytowne Wharf, just steps away, always has something exciting to do. Complimentary beach and tram services are provided at our Miramar Beach resort.
Rooms & Suites
Unwind in the comfort of our rooms and suites, blending modern elegance with Southern charm.
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Explore. Enjoy. Repeat.
With a backdrop as stunning as the Emerald Coast, it's easy to see where this slice of paradise got its name. As a guest at Hotel Effie, you're perfectly poised to enjoy all that Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort has to offer. Start your day with an early morning sunrise swim and end the day by a crackling bonfire under the stars. In between, choose from a myriad of activities: sail or splash in the sparkling waters, perfect your swing at our golf courses, explore boutique shops, or cycle along the coast, feeling the salty breeze against your skin. Every moment here makes you wish for more time, and leaves you eager to plan your return.
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Calendar of Events & Activations
There's a natural ease to days spent at Hotel Effie, where you could be lounging by the rooftop pool one minute and getting ready for a night out the next. Be sure to check out the event calendar below—there's always something happening, and you won't want to miss a moment that speaks to you!
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A Luxury Spa Near Destin, FL
Indulge at Spa Lilliana
Caring for our guests is what we do, and Spa Lilliana is just another way for us to put you first. It is a place to pause, breathe deeply, connect with yourself—or others—and let go. Our surroundings will inspire you, our spa will ground you. Featuring special treatments designed to rejuvenate, restore, and relax. Facials, scrubs, and massages, as well as manicures and pedicures—all will leave you feeling calm and refreshed with a renewed perspective.
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Extensive Meeting Spaces
Beautiful touches like hand-curated fixtures and custom carpets add a tasteful backdrop to events. In all, 20,000+ square feet of extraordinary meeting space, including a 13,000 square foot ballroom, that can be seamlessly integrated with our existing Baytowne Conference Center. No detail is overlooked so you concentrate on the business at hand.
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Gourmet Dining
Ovide
Experience culinary elegance at our restaurant in Sandestin. Ovide blends Gulf Coast flavors and Southern traditions with a focus on sustainability and seasonality for unforgettable taste sensations.
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Sweetbay Coffee
Located inside Hotel Effie, a coffee shop with an assortment of drinks and quick bites.
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ARA Rooftop Pool and Lounge
Ara Rooftop Pool & Lounge offers a luxurious retreat with stunning views, refreshing cocktails, and a relaxed atmosphere. Unwind with friends while enjoying the beautiful surroundings and exceptional service at our rooftop bar in 30A.
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The Lobby Bar (TLB)
TLB is Hotel Effie’s vibrant Miramar Beach lobby bar where you can enjoy drinks and signature small plates that are perfect for sharing. Try one of the many craft cocktails created by our award-winning mixologist teams - we know you'll enjoy them all.
Get In the Swing of Things.
The very best in Florida golf across four championship courses from the beach to the bay, each with their own unique challenges, rewards, and characteristics thanks to Robert Trent Jones, Jr., Rees Jones, and Tom Jackson. These iconic course designers have left their mark—and considerable design talents—at Sandestin. The result? An unrivaled experience for golfers who are as passionate about the sport as we are.
Ara Rooftop Pool and Lounge
When the pool is more your scene, be seen at Ara Rooftop Pool & Lounge. Enjoy hand-crafted cocktails, delicious food, and convenient poolside service. With panoramic views overlooking Sandestin, The Village of Baytowne Wharf and Choctawhatchee Bay, you have the best seat in the house.
Sandestin Beach
Hotel Effie guests have access to over seven miles of powdery white beaches located on Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. Soak up the sun, play in the sand, build sandcastles, jump into a game of beach volleyball, even take part in some beachside crafts, or just take a refreshing dip. The resort shuttle is available for transportation.
Stay Active
Our fitness center is equipped to help you meet any kind of workout goals. Peloton® Bikes and treadmills, Life Fitness, kettlebells, Smith machines, and traditional equipment for any level of fitness. Plus, Hotel Effie guests will receive two complimentary bike rentals for each day of your stay. Our concierge will gladly help arrange for additional or longer rentals during your stay.
Events & Programming
From morning rooftop yoga to outdoor movies and evening shows plus festivals and fireworks over the lagoon, and more ... there is always something happening at Sandestin!
Game, Set, Match!
Serving up the best tennis experience in Northwest Florida, we have 12 world-class HydroGrid clay and three hard tennis courts, 6 pickleball courts, a wide range of experiences including private lessons with pros, a highly-ranked Junior Tennis program, and fun Round Robin tournaments for all skill levels. Looking for a customized experience or package? We’ve got a program tailored just for you.
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Best Resort on the Emerald Coast
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Of course we have our flawless white-sand beach and emerald green water. But this is more than a place to stay. This is a welcoming resort community with every activity and amenity imaginable. Adventures in or on the water. Days spent outside, finding where the meandering path leads. Restaurants serving fresh local-catch seafood and nightclubs for dancing the night away. The memories practically make themselves.
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Spa
Spa Lilliana
Our Miramar Beach hotel and spa features special treatments designed to rejuvenate, restore, and relax. Facials, scrubs, and massages, as well as manicures and pedicures—all will leave you feeling calm and refreshed with a renewed perspective.
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Golf
Exclusive Golf Access
Discover the very best in Florida golf across four championship courses at our hotel in Miramar Beach, FL. That’s 73 holes (you'll have to play The Raven to discover the 73rd) from the beach to the bay, each with their own unique characteristics.
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Fitness
Fitness Center
Our state of the art fitness center includes weights, cables, treadmills, and peloton bike.
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Waterfront
Cabanas
Kick back in a private cabana and enjoy first-class service.
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Swimming
Rooftop Pool (Heated)
OUR LOCATION
Tel: +1 850-351-3000
GETTING HERE
Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection
1 Grand Sandestin Blvd, Miramar Beach, Florida, USA, 32550
This hotel does not provide shuttle service.
Alternate Airport Transportation
Uber or Lyft; fee: 40.00 USD (one way) ;on request: $40.00 - One-way
On Request: +1 850-6879650
This hotel does not provide shuttle service.
Alternate Airport Transportation
Uber or Lyft; fee: 70.00 USD (one way) ;on request: $70.00 - One-way
On Request: +1 850-6879650
This hotel does not provide shuttle service.
Alternate Airport Transportation
Uber or Lyft; fee: 850.00 USD (one way) ;on request: $850.00 - One-way
On Request: +1 850-6879650
On-Property
Private Car Service
Limousine/Van Service
Local Shuttle Complimentary
Northwest Florida
Accessible via several airports or easy drives from a number of major US cities, your dream vacation at Hotel Effie is waiting for you.
Property Details
Free Wifi
Dry Cleaning Service
Room Service
Wake up Calls
Daily Housekeeping
Mobile Key
Digital Check In
Service Request
Check-in: 4:00 pm
Check-out: 11:00 am
Minimum Age to Check In: 21
Smoke Free Property
Pet Policy
Pets Welcome.
$150 per stay
Non-Refundable Pet Fee Per Stay: $150.00
Maximum Pet Weight: 65.0lbs
Maximum Number of Pets in Room: 2
Parking
On-Site Parking
Daily: $25.00
Valet
Daily: $32.00
Electric Car Charging Station
Additional Parking Information
Motorcycles, trailers, RVs, scooters, & buses are prohibited. Parking is limited. Contact 850.428.1692 for availability.
Policies and Payments
Accepts: Credit Cards
Contactless mobile payments
Services
24-hour Front Desk
Property has elevators
Vending Machine
Languages spoken by staff:
English, Spanish
For more information about the physical features of our accessible rooms, common areas or special services relating to a specific disability please call +1 850-351-3000
Accessible Hotel Features
Accessible on-site parking
Property has elevators
Self Operating lift or a sloped entry in hotel swimming pools
Service Animals are welcome without a fee or documentation
Van Accessible on-site parking
Accessible Areas with Accessible Routes from Public Entrance
Accessible Entrance to On-Site Pool
Entrance to On-Site Fitness Center is Accessible
Entrance to On-Site Spa is Accessible
Main Entrance is Accessible
Meeting Spaces are Accessible
On-Site Restaurants are Accessible
Room and Suites Access through the Interior Corridor
Guest Room Accessibility
Accessible Vanities
Adjustable Height Hand-Held Shower Wand
Bathtub Grab Rails
Closed Caption TV
Deadbolts on Guest Room and Suites Doors
Electronic Room Key
Guest Room and Suites Doors Self-Closing
Hearing Accessible Rooms and/or Kits
Lever Handles on Guest Room Doors
Lowered Electrical Outlets
Mobility accessible rooms
Non-slip Grab Rails in the Bathroom
Roll-in Shower
TTY/TTD Compatible
Toilet Seat at Wheelchair Height - Toilet for Disabled
Viewports in Guest Room and Suites Doors
Certifications
Green Key Eco-Rating Program Certified
Environmental Practices
Electric car charging
Frequently Asked Questions
The check-in time at Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection is 4:00 pm and the check-out time is 11:00 am.
The pet policy at Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection is:
Pets Welcome
$150 per stay
Non-Refundable Pet Fee Per Stay: $150.00
Maximum Pet Weight: 65.0lbs
Maximum Number of Pets in Room: 2
The parking options at Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection are:
On-Site Parking: Daily: $25.00
Valet: Daily: $32.00
Electric Car Charging Station
Motorcycles, trailers, RVs, scooters, & buses are prohibited. Parking is limited. Contact 850.428.1692 for availability.
The property amenities at Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection are:
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Spa
On-Site Golf
Outdoor Pool
Meeting Space
Free Wifi
Beach Access
Dry Cleaning Service
Room Service
Wake up Calls
Daily Housekeeping
Mobile Key
Digital Check In
Service Request
Yes, Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection has in-room Wi-Fi available to hotel guests. Marriott Bonvoy members receive complimentary in-room Internet access when they book direct. Sign up for Marriott Bonvoy for free as you complete your Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection booking.
The closest airport near Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection is Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS). VPS is located approximately 27.7 Miles from the hotel.
Yes, Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection has electric vehicle charging stations (subject to availability).
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