BEACHSIDE INN, Destin

Located on Scenic Highway 98 in the Crystal Beach neighborhood, the inn is directly across a two-lane road from the beach. The public beach access at Hutchinson Street includes a covered pavilion, picnic tables, restrooms, showers, and an ADA ramp. Destin Commons with shopping, dining, bowling, and a movie theater is 2 km away. The Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport is 15 km (about 20 minutes by car). Parking is free but requires a reservation. Uber and Lyft are available; no hotel shuttle. The quiet residential area is walkable to several restaurants and cafes, including the two on-site Camille's venues.

Each room features a kitchenette with an oversize mini-fridge, microwave, toaster, and one-cup coffee maker. Bathrooms have large walk-in tile showers with a corner bench and free toiletries. Rooms include a 48-inch smart TV, work desk, reading chair, ceiling fan, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. There is a hanging rod for clothes but no full closet. Pet-friendly rooms have luxury vinyl flooring and allow up to two dogs with a $25 fee. An accessible room with an ADA shower and elevator access is available. Daily housekeeping is provided, and complimentary baked goods (such as banana bread) are provided upon arrival. The exterior corridors offer direct outdoor access from each room.

Camille's Sidewalk Cafe is open daily from 7am to 5pm, offering breakfast (9-11am) and lunch (11am-3pm) with items like omelets and specialty sandwiches. Happy hour runs from 3-5pm with local beer, cocktails, and bar snacks, plus live music on select evenings. The cafe also serves coffee, smoothies, and fresh-pressed juices. Upstairs, Camille's Restaurant is open from 5pm to 10pm daily, featuring fresh seafood, sushi, daily specials, and an extensive wine list in a cozy European bistro atmosphere. Pets are welcome at the cafe's outdoor seating. Complimentary baked bread is provided in rooms, but the cafe offers a fuller breakfast menu for those wanting a cooked meal.

The outdoor swimming pool has two levels with a pool view of the Gulf and is fenced; it is open all year but not heated. The hot tub operates year-round. The pool deck provides sun loungers and umbrellas (fees may apply for some items). On-site water sport facilities (such as jet-skis and paddleboards) are available for an additional charge. The public beach across the street offers free access with a pavilion, restrooms, and showers. Seasonally, Little Adventures Outpost at the beach access provides free classes for kids on fishing, surfing, snorkeling, and more. Off-site activities within a short drive include golf, hiking, cycling, canoeing, fishing, snorkeling, diving, windsurfing, and horseback riding (some with fees).

Free private parking requires advance reservation and includes accessible spaces. Wi-Fi is free throughout. Check-in is after 4pm using a door code sent by text; no physical key card is used. The lobby is open 9am-5pm for recommendations, brochures, and assistance. Services include express check-in/out, daily housekeeping, babysitting (fee), grocery deliveries (fee), and a shared lounge/TV area. The property has an elevator, accessible rooms, and an ADA-compliant pool lift. Pets are allowed (dogs only, up to two, $25 fee; cats not allowed). No on-site laundry; facilities are nearby. No airport shuttle, but Uber and Lyft are available. Accepted payment methods: American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard.