3 Best Resorts With Lazy River In Destin, Florida - Updated 2024

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Nicole 
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Destin, Florida is the perfect place to visit for those who love the outdoors and great weather. It’s situated in northwest Florida on the Gulf of Mexico. The city was originally a fishing village, and with its white sand beaches and stunning green waters, it’s easy to see what makes it a popular tourist destination. From boating and fishing to sunbathing and swimming, there’s a range of fun outdoor activities to enjoy. A lazy rivers is another attraction that enriches your relaxing vacation. If that sounds right up your alley, go through our list of the best resorts with lazy river in Destin, Florida.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to lazy river. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.

1. Henderson Beach Resort (from USD 349)

Henderson Beach Resort boasts two pools, one of which contains a lazy river. Dotted with palm trees, it’s the perfect place to unwind on a floating tube and leave all your worries behind.

It’s a spacious lazy river, so there’s plenty of room for many guests at once. There are a variety of lounge chairs and cabanas surrounding the lazy river. Guests can also visit the HarborWalk Village which is 8 km (5 mi) from the resort.

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Henderson Beach Resort

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 200 Henderson Resort Way
15.63 km (9.8 mi) from Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre

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2. Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach, an IHG Hotel (from USD 289)

Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach, an IHG hotel, boasts an amazing lazy river. It’s situated on the beachfront, so you’ll have stunning views of the ocean as you drift along. There are also palm trees and waterfall features to make your lazy river experience even more calming.

You’ll find plenty of seating dotted around the lazy river, so if you want to jump out and soak the sun, you can easily do so. It is also heated seasonally, making it a perfect place to spend time in the chilly winter.

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Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach, an IHG Hotel

Wifi Available

Address: 1299 Miracle Strip Parkway SE
348 meters (0.3 ft) from Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms

3. Holiday Inn Resort Pensacola Beach, an IHG Hotel (from USD 189)

Holiday Inn Resort Pensacola Beach boasts an impressive 250-foot (76-meter) lazy river. As you’re floating in the water and basking in the sunlight, you can look out to enjoy the beach views. Additionally, there is a cascading waterfall near it, creating a relaxing ambiance.

You’ll also find hot tubs and even fire pits surrounding the lazy river, making it easy to spend all day enjoying the calming waters. The resort also has a beachfront tiki bar.

Stayed at this property?

Holiday Inn Resort Pensacola Beach, an IHG Hotel

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 14 Via De Luna Drive
52.49 km (32.7 mi) from Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Business centre

Relaxing lazy rivers in Destin

Destin and the surrounding area have a great selection of resorts that feature a lazy river. By choosing a resort that suits you, you will be drifting in the water, forgetting about all your worries. So go ahead and book one of these best resorts with lazy river in Destin, Florida.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
Disclosure: Trip101 selects the listings in our articles independently. Some of the listings in this article contain affiliate links.

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Nicole is an American expat living in London, England. When she moved from the midwest to London in 2012, it was her first time leaving the US. She has traveled steadily since then, making trips...Read more

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