14047 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Florida, United States | (850) 650-8003
Independently owned, eco-friendly hotel
Decent-sized outdoor pool with lounge chairs and indoor pool
Rooms have 32-inch flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi
Free daily continental breakfast
Tiny fitness center with 2 treadmills
Convenient work desks with ergonomic chairs
No direct beach access
Some worn furniture
Right off highway
$30 pet fee
Beds have comforters, not duvets
The 72-room SummerPlace Inn in Destin has the look and feel of any number of chain hotels scattered along the Florida Panhandle, but it is actually an independently owned property. British-Colonial style rooms are priced friendlier than at nearby resorts, and the hotel has eco-friendly policies. Perks include a free daily breakfast, two pools, and free Wi-Fi, but some guests complain about the lack of direct beach access.
