PELICAN BEACH RESORT - DESTIN CONDO GETAWAYS BY CLS, Destin

The resort sits directly on Destin Beach, providing immediate beach access. Big Kahunas is within a 9-minute walk, and a variety of restaurants including The Cone, Mellow Mushroom, and Cafe Destin are 0.5 km away. Destin Executive Airport is just 2 km from the property. For longer trips, the area offers boating opportunities. The parking situation requires crossing a street from the lot to the building, which can feel hazardous with luggage.

The aparthotel layout offers a living room, one separate bedroom, and two bathrooms with a bath and shower. The fully equipped kitchen includes a stovetop, refrigerator, microwave, and kitchenware, plus a dining area. The apartment is air-conditioned with heating, a tea and coffee maker, a flat-screen TV, and a wardrobe. Beds in renovated units are described as comfortable, though some mattresses - including the pull-out couch - are notably poor. Units are individually owned, so quality varies significantly. Some condos are updated and clean, while others are described as outdated with stained furniture, worn rugs, and signs of pests.

The Pelican Beach Cafè provides breakfast and lunch options and is generally well-regarded. The Tiki bar offers drinks and food, though the quality of mixed drinks may be inconsistent. A snack shack near the pool is also available. Several restaurants, including Mellow Mushroom and Ciao Italia' Bistro, are within a 0.5 km walk.

Multiple pools are available, with the main outdoor pool open seasonally. A sauna, hot tub, steam room, and hammam provide additional wellness options. Sun loungers and umbrellas are set up on the beach, but personal chairs and canopies are restricted to a designated area behind several rows of for-rent chairs. The pool area is monitored by security, and glass or drink containers are not permitted poolside. The hot tub has been noted as out of order on occasions.

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. The resort provides free private parking on site. A games room and laundry facilities are available. Guests should note that housekeeping is not provided during the stay - trash bags and towels are the responsibility of the occupant. Security staff enforce a strict set of rules, including no smoking or vaping on the premises, and violations may result in fines or eviction. Multiple elevators serve the building, but outages can cause significant wait times, especially on higher floors.