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WaterColor Inn & Resort

4.0 star property
Beachfront resort with 3 restaurants, near Grayton Beach State Park

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10 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
10 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View Guest Room 3rd Floor) | Terrace/patio
Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View Guest Room 3rd Floor) | Terrace/patio
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; southern cuisine
Escape to WaterColor Inn & Resort, nestled near Seaside Beach and Grayton Beach State Park. Soak up the sun on white sand beaches, indulge in southern cuisine at one of three restaurants, or unwind with a drink at one of three poolside bars.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 3 restaurants and 3 poolside bars
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 10 outdoor pools and lazy river
  • Breakfast available
  • 5 outdoor tennis courts
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Free beach club on site
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on-site
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
The current price is ฿17,153
฿21,226 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Why we love this property

Beachfront bliss
This resort offers a beachfront escape with white sand beaches. The free beach club provides towels, umbrellas, and loungers for ultimate relaxation.
Dining hotspot
Food enthusiasts enjoy southern and American dishes at three restaurants with scenic views. Full breakfast available. Three bars enhance the dining experience.
Premium sleep oasis
Drift off on pillowtop mattresses wrapped in Egyptian cotton sheets. Blackout drapes and turndown service enhance the dreamy experience.

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Gulf View Guest Room 3rd Floor) | Terrace/patio

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Gulf View Guest Room 3rd Floor)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Coastal View Guest Room 2nd Floor)

Terrace/patio

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Coastal View Guest Room 2nd Floor)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Beachfront Dune View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Coastal View Guest Room 2nd Floor)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Coastal View Guest Room 2nd Floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Coastal View Guest Room 2nd Floor)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View Guest Room 3rd Floor)

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View Guest Room 3rd Floor) | Terrace/patio

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View Guest Room 3rd Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ground Floor (Dune View Guest Room 1st Floor King)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ground Floor (Dune View Guest Room 1st Floor King)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
34 Golden Rod Circle, Santa Rosa Beach, FL, 32459

What's nearby

  • Grayton Beach State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seaside Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 14 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Seacrest Beach - 17 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 44 min drive
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pickles - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Red Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Black Bear Bread Company - ‬11 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 on a sunlounger, plus you'll be within a five-minute walk of Grayton Beach State Park. There's plenty of fun with the 10 outdoor pools and lazy river, and guests can also take advantage of 5 outdoor tennis courts. Fish Out of Water, one of 3 restaurants, serves southern cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include 3 poolside bars, a children's pool and free bike rentals.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 67 units
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 25
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

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

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

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site valet parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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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
  • 3 poolside bars
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Water slide
  • Lazy river
  • Playground
  • Children's menu
  • Paddleboard on-site

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Free beach club
  • Tennis
  • Basketball
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Paddleboard on-site
  • Shopping
  • Fishing
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bike hire
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Paddleboard on-site

Facilities

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

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

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 curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Fish Out of Water – This beachfront family restaurant specialises in southern cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
WaterColor Grill – This beachfront family restaurant specialises 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.
Gather Kitchen + Bar – This poolside restaurant specialises in southern cuisine and serves 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 specialises in Mexican cuisine and serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Beach Cow – This beachfront family restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco 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 checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 61.6 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • Beach towels
    • Concierge service
    • In-room bottled water
    • In-room coffee
    • In-room safe
    • Internet access (may be limited)
    • Pool access

Optional extras

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

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Also known as

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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 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at WaterColor Inn & Resort?

Yes, there are 10 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?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at WaterColor Inn & Resort and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, fishing and surfing and improve your game at the on-site tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes basketball. Enjoy a swim in one of the 10 outdoor swimming pools or use the resort's other amenities, which include 3 poolside bars and 3 bars. WaterColor Inn & Resort also has access to a nearby outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near WaterColor Inn & Resort?

Yes, there are 3 on-site restaurants, featuring al fresco dining, southern cuisine and ocean 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.

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WaterColor Inn & Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The property has a wonderful pool area that is a highlight of the stay. (4 reviews)
  • The property offers easy beach access and amazing beaches nearby. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff, beautiful location and perfect room.
Sarah, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staying at the Inn is great because you have your own pool just for Inn guests--all other pools are INSANELY and obnoxiously crowded. So if you are staying on property at a house, not at the Inn, good luck with enjoying the pool. Staying at the Inn, however, was very low key and enjoyable.
Megan, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Randy and Brandon were very helpful and great customer service!
Daniel, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Private beach access! Treat sweet we’re great too!
Rebekah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property, great location, lots of shops and restaurants in the area and the beaches are amazing.
Angel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Incredible hotel stay! I don't believe we have ever had a better stay at any hotel. The newly remodeled Watercolor Inn is beautiful - everything is brand new, including the attached restaurant, Fish Out Of Water. All personnel were friendly and helpful. Room service personnel brought freshly-baked cookies every evening. Pool is wonderful. Location is very good, being a short walk to Seaside. We will never stay anywhere else on 30A.
Bill, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place and would love to stay again.
Sarah, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great time. Biggest and really only criticism is that the beach is overcome with tight umbrella and beach chair setups. Feels like a money grab. Only front row can see the ocean easily and no other options. For the cost of staying at the inn, it should include a couple chairs and umbrella at the beach as it's a beach resort. Ive been to many beach resorts at a lesser cost and this was the first time i experienced this. We came FOR this beach and spent no time on it. Too inconvenient and detracted from the beauty of it that was advertised.
Jason, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful setting, near seaside. Walked to restaurants, limited eating options.
Ranbir, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The nicest place and beach we have been to in awhile
Brittany julia, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfection

This was possibly the most welcoming and well appointed room we have experienced in all of our travels. Very comfortable bedding but the moment we walked in, we were wowed. Only booked a standard room so didn’t expect the amenities, roominess, convenient hooks around the room which were incorporated into the lovely decor. Welcome basket of treats and a Treat Suite on each floor were a nice touch. Everything was conveniently located and a great spot to walk to Seaside to explore. Just loved the Watercolor Inn.
Linda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, laid back area with all the amenities and easy access to shopping and dining options!
Sarah, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and helpful staff, great location.

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic service, good location and great views
Bryan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very friendly . Hotel lobby is a bit dated but the rooms are clean and have wood floors and a large bathroom. The view from the room was a gorgeous ocean view from a balcony with 2 high adorondeck chairs. Very quiet.
Wendy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice

Great facility! Lots to do, clean, friendly…….
Gerald, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Randy and team were so helpful and friendly!
Zac, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Winter getaway on the Emerald Coast

Great location, simply wonderful staff. Weather a bit cool, noisy construction nearby, however the exceptional staff more than made up for at every possible opportunity. They have our sincere appreciation.
Paul, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A haven of rest

The location is the best. Staff were always friendly and very helpful. Amenities were top notch. The view was breathtaking. It turned out to be a healing place to unwind from the stressors if life.
linda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sadly, for us, the weather was rainy but the staff, accommodations, and amenities were top shelf. We will return, thank you!!
Len, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect!
CHARYL M, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I stayed at Water Colors over 10 years ago had the opportunity to come down again I really enjoyed the entire atmosphere of the resort thank you for giving me and my wife some great R&R.
James, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice place.

It was a very nice place. But the food was average and expensive. And the rooms are pricey too. Our bathroom door handle broke off and they didn't fix it. And we couldn't take a shower the first day because we only had extremely hot water and no cold water to cool it down. They fixed it the next day.
3-night trip