| off route 98 overlooking the gulf of mexico, this casual hotel is an 11-minute walk from the emerald coast science center and 2. continental breakfast and parking are free. suites add sitting areas with pull-out sofas. the modern rooms feature free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, as well as minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. there's also an outdoor pool with a sundeck, a fitness room and a boat launch. 7 miles from gulfarium marine adventure park. other amenities include a business center and meeting space
Pensacola International Airport 1 hr 7
Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier (8 min)
Expansive concrete pier known for its saltwater fishing, birdwatching & summer fireworks. The Track - Destin (21 min)
Amusement park with go-karts, mini-golf, bumper cars & boats, kids' rides & arcade. Wild Willy's Adventure Zone (12 min)
Family fun center with mini-golf, a roller coaster & indoor arcade, plus kitschy, prehistoric decor. Crab Island Cruises (16 min)
Down-to-earth charter boat company offering cruises to the Crab Island sandbar & around Destin. The Boardwalk, Okaloosa Island (8 min) Indian Temple Mound Museum (4 min)
Southeastern tribes are featured at this museum with ceramic artifacts & lifestyle exhibits. Destin History & Fishing Museum (14 min)
Small museum with displays of local aquatic life, antique fishing rigs & other nautical artifacts. John Beasley Park (10 min)
Scenic beachside park with pavilions, a snack bar, changing rooms & showers & picnic tables. Air Force Armament Museum (17 min)
Free indoor/outdoor museum on the world's largest air base with over 25 planes, artifacts & weapons. Henderson Beach State Park (24 min)
Beach haven offering a boardwalk, a pet-friendly nature trail plus a playground & campground. Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park (7 min)
Open since 1955, this marine park features dolphin encounters & shows with sharks, rays & dolphins. Emerald Coast Science Center (10 min)
Interactive exhibits on the human body, animals, colors & vehicles encourage children to explore. Destin Snorkel (14 min)
Snorkel & dolphin watching charter company offering sunset cruises, fireworks shows & water sports. Destin Harbor Boardwalk (14 min)
Bustling destination for bars, restaurants, souvenir shops, boating & tourist attractions. Big Kahuna's Water & Adventure Park (19 min)
Longtime water park known for tall slides, a lazy river & roughly 40 other attractions. | 
