| there's also a cottage with a kitchen. across a road from the nearest beach on the gulf of mexico, this down-to-earth hotel is a mile from both shipwreck island waterpark and highway 98. . the 1- and 2-bedroom suites add wet bars, plus living and dining areas. amenities include a basic deli, a wine bar and a convenience store, as well as an outdoor pool, a courtyard and a fire pit. featuring exterior entrances, the straightforward rooms provide wi-fi, smart tvs and minifridges. parking and regular live music are also available. some quarters have gulf views
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport 1 hr 27
Camp Helen State Park (22 min)
Featuring a large coastal dune lake, this vast park offers swimming, hiking & fishing for all ages. Shipwreck Island Waterpark (15 min)
Attractions including waterslides, a lazy river, a wave pool & rapids fill this tropical-style park. Man in the Sea Museum (11 min)
Museum showcasing the history of scuba diving with displays of artifacts, plus hands-on exhibits. Ripley's Believe It or Not! (8 min)
Museum with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare animal skeletons. ZooWorld Zoological and Botanical Conservatory (10 min)
Zoo focusing on conservation with over 260 animals plus programs & shows in a tropical setting. Gulf World (7 min)
Tropical gardens plus shark feedings, dolphin encounters & sea lion, parrot & dolphin shows. Shell Island Beach Tours (21 min)
Undeveloped stretch of beach on an peninsula, known for clear waters & light, fine sand. Russell-Fields Pier (13 min)
Popular lookout for fishing, sea turtle spotting & dramatic sunset views over the Gulf of Mexico. WonderWorks Panama City Beach (9 min)
Attraction with 100+ hands-on science exhibits plus laser tag, a ropes course & a 6D motion ride. Frank Brown Park (10 min)
Recreational park offering sports fields, an aquatic center, trails, a fishing pond & dog play area. Race City (9 min)
Amusement park with a steep go-kart track plus a roller coaster, arcade games & backlight mini-golf. St. Andrews State Park (19 min)
Outdoor sanctuary with beaches, nature trails & camping plus seasonal Shell Island boat tours. Coconut Creek Family Fun Park (9 min)
Sprawling family-friendly venue featuring 2 18-hole mini-golf courses & a football-field-sized maze. Capt. Anderson's Marina (17 min)
Family-run destination for Shell Island tours & dolphin encounters, plus deep-sea fishing trips. | 
