Pack your bags this summer to the Sunshine State, Florida, and stay near the beautiful resort town of Seaside so you can enjoy the best of nature and modern facilities together. You can walk along the shores of Northwest Florida Beach with the sugar sand below, admiring the coastline. This vibrant coastal town in Florida is replete with pastel houses, making it look like it stepped right out of a painting! It was also the location for the runaway hit movie “The Truman Show” and the home of Walt Disney and Universal Studios. Travelers will have a gala time at Seaside. Wondering where to stay near Seaside, Florida? Check out the list below and decide.
Hotel
1. 30-A Inn & Suites (from USD 109)
Stunning suites and beautiful villas are the ace attractions of 30A Inn & Suites. The property is located within a short walking distance from the beach. Topsail State Park and Dune Allen is less than a mile (1.5 kilometers) from this hotel with mind-blowing facilities. Take a dip in the pool or reach the best Florida restaurants within a five-minute walk. It is top-ranked for its comfy beds and balconies that offer splendid views of the Florida beaches. Some rooms have a fully equipped kitchen, dark wood furnishing, and colorful patterns.
30-A Inn & Suites
Address: 6904 West County Highway 30A
Accommodates: 4
Parking Meeting/banquet facilities Non-smoking rooms Fishing Facilities for disabled guests Family rooms Free parking Internet services
Resort
2. WaterColor Inn & Resort (from USD 643)
Choose from one of the 60 beautiful guest rooms at this luxurious boutique hotel. Located in a 500-acre (202.3 hectares) stunning seaside community, it lies between the coastal Dune Lake with pine forest and the Gulf of Mexico. Only a minute’s walk from Rosemary Beach, it is also next to the 2,000 acres (809.4 hectares) Grayton Beach State Park with many activities to keep you and your family happy and relaxed. The balconies provide spectacular views of Santa Road Beach’s sugar sands and Florida sunset. The spacious guest rooms with refrigerators, en-suite bathroom, ironing facilities, and many more make the stay in Watercolor Inn & Resort a memorable experience.
WaterColor Inn & Resort
Address: 34 Goldenrod Circle
Accommodates: 4
Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-hour front desk Tennis court Non-smoking rooms
Apartments
3. Luxury beachfront cottage (from USD 3178)
This gorgeous accommodation is spread over three floors and offers beautiful views of Florida beaches. Experience coastal luxury at its best with this beachfront home to remember for a lifetime. The magnificent master suite on the third floor with fireplace, en-suite bathroom, and the king bed will sure make you feel like a king. Head to the spacious balcony with a seating area and relax. A full kitchen will assist you in preparing meals during your stay. Washing and drying facilities, a sleeper sofa, two large outdoor patios, and many other amenities of this property in the heart of Watercolor make it a preferred choice of visitors.
Luxury, Beach Front Cottage. "The Good Stuff" in WaterColor. Sleeps 10Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, United StatesAccommodates: 10
4. Comfy condo overlooking Cerulean Park (from USD 824)
This comfy condo overlooking Cerulean Park is only 300 steps away from the beach and 400 steps away from the Seaside community. This sparkling clean rental with ample natural light, beautiful French doors, and upscale finishes offer a pleasant stay for all visitors. The first-floor corner unit includes six Tommy Bahama backpack beach chairs, two king beds in its two bedrooms, a queen sleeper sofa, along with twin beds. It has a fully equipped kitchen with the latest cookware and coffee maker.
"Sundancer"-Watercolor Park DistrictSanta Rosa Beach, Florida, United StatesSuperhost
Accommodates: 8
Top guest reviews
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great touches with beach chairs and a fully stocked kitchenfabulous brand new 82” tvs in the living room and master bedroom made for great movie watching- watercolor amenity passes - access to all pools (which are so nice and clean)the unit makes great use of space and was comfortable and clean- huge tvs - ample seating in the living room and dining roomCleanliness:
it is very clean and well decoratedthe condo itself is beautiful spacious and very cleanthe condo is stunning amazingly clean and beautifully decoratedthe condo itself is modern clean and comfortable with great beds showers and amenitiesclean place in a great location and excellent communication made our stay perfectHost:
our host was incredibly graciousdavid truly is a super hostgreat place and very helpful hostdavid is the best host we’ve had on 30adavid was a great host - very communicative and responded quicklyRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectgreat condo in excellent locationperfect location to everything we wanted to dobeautiful condo great location so close to many placesthis condo was in the perfect location
5. Parisian apartment with a 360-degree view (from USD 315)
This Parisian-looking apartment can have only two guests with a rooftop terrace to enjoy the stunning sunsets on the Florida beach and the Gulf of Mexico at 360 degrees. Located at the center of Seaside, it is ideal for couples and business travelers. For solo adventurers, this Picasso Sun apartment even provides a kitchen. The comfy bed and the ample outdoor space make it the best among others. Those who want to dine out and not cook have plenty of options nearby.
Seaside.... in the HEART...2nt. Min.Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, United StatesSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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a/c worked great in the florida heatwe really loved the spacious rooftop deck great views up there and plenty of room to relaxwifi not so much but honestly it wasn't an issue since we were outside most of the timesuper fun and comfortable place and as convenient as it gets in seasidethe size of the apartment is perfect for a coupleCleanliness:
clean and well appointedclean and well kept apartmentthe rental was clean and in great conditionit was clean and nicely decorated owners really helpfulstunning clean white sandy beaches with crystal clear waters definitely plan on returningHost:
host provided her phone number and gave great directionsbert was a wonderful host and very helpfulbert was extremely helpfulshe was very accommodating with our special request regarding check-outpicasso sun was as advertised and more bert was a gracious host and made herself available if neededRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to everythingthe location is perfect and central to everythinggreat location in the heart of seasideexcellent location and thoughtful spacethe location is perfect being near to all seaside has to offer
6. Gorgeous accommodation for a comfortable stay (from USD 185)
The architecturally redesigned apartment provides maximum room space for the comfortable stay in Florida. The rental can accommodate four guests. You can utilize the whole apartment, including its living, kitchen, and dining area, and have a good sleep on its queen-size beds or sofa bed. With a kitchen and an outside grill, it is perfect for a holiday. At only a distance of 0.1 miles, or 0.16 kilometers, from the Gulf of Mexico and the beaches, it is the best hideaway at the center of Watercolor.
200 Yds 2 Beach, near Seaside, Bikes, PoolSanta Rosa Beach, Florida, United StatesAccommodates: 4
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The bed was comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed.The kitchen was fully stocked and the bedroom was very comfortable.This condo is not fancy, but it's very clean and well appointed, the bed was greatCleanliness:
It was clean and well appointed.Very clean and looked exactly as described.Very clean and extremely comfortable.Host:
Thank you, Len!My wife and I enjoyed the fact that he provided bikes for us to use, and we definitely took advantage of it.My wife and I love it!Read more reviewsLocation:
The place was exactly as described.This is the perfect place to stay.Great place to stay, I would easily stay here again.
7. Splendid second-floor unit in the heart of Seaside (from USD 600)
This splendid second-floor apartment at the heart of the seaside community is close to all its wonders. You can use the full kitchen that includes a coffee maker, microwave, and blender. There is also a washer and dryer. You can park the car for free. Walk down from the apartment, head to the beautiful beach, and marvel at the Gulf of Mexico. The rental also has six chaise lounge chairs with two tables on the rooftop, where you can enjoy tea as you soak in the magnificent aerial views.
Seaside...Truly in the heart of Seaside ..sleeps 4Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, United StatesSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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huge balcony stocked kitchen & bathroomsHost:
bert (the owner) is friendly and helpfulloved everything about our stay bert was welcoming and very helpful when we needed herwhat an amazing host location and stayRead more reviewsLocation:
great location in the heart of seasidecan not beat this amazing locationwhat a beautiful place in prime locationgreat place great location and bert was exceptionally accommodatingowner very helpful and location could not be more convenient to shops and restaurants
8. Cozy apartment with breathtaking views (from USD 1036)
This rental offers breathtaking gulf views from its three balconies are is just 3.2 kilometers (1.9 miles) away from Seaside and all the beaches. The three bedrooms on the third floor can accommodate a huge group. The rooms are clean and cozy with the basic amenities. The guests need to share a bathroom. Being just behind the Watersound, it is located on the picturesque Highway 30 A. The cozy apartment has a well-equipped kitchen where you can cook and relax in the living room.
Panoramic Gulf views, 6 Free Bikes, Huge Balcony!Accommodates: 8
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access to a couple of pools in addition to the beach was greatCleanliness:
clean and well appointedwe loved staying here it was a great rental that was spotless and accommodated a family of 5 perfectlythe condo was spotless and everything was ready when we checked inHost:
part of darrell’s wonderful hospitality and accommodating hostquick responses by our host made this a perfect week long staywatersound is quiet and family-friendly and securei can’t say enough about what an exceptional host darrell was during our stay at breathtakinglove love loved this peaceful family and pet-friendly beachRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful place in watersound - probably my favorite place in the areayou’re close to high-end shops and fine dining family friendly restaurants yummy ice cream and treats
9. Attractive but affordable apartment in the center of Seaside (from USD 343)
This affordable and attractive apartment just 500 feet (166.6 yards) from the beach provides the entire property spectacular views. The fantastic kitchen with stainless steel appliances, maple cabinets, and granite countertops make cooking a pleasurable experience for the guests. It has free bikes for rent, pools, and tennis courts. This apartment is perfect for a quiet getaway and its location makes it popular.
150 Yds 2 Beach: 3BR, 2 Pools, Tennis, BeachSeagrove Beach, Florida, United StatesAccommodates: 8
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the condo is fully stocked and very roomy bed were comfortable as wellmain guest bathroom and bedroom are hugeCleanliness:
everything was clean and tidy and the beds very comfortablethe place was very spacious and cleanHost:
len is a fantastic hostlen was very responsive host to all needs and questionslen is very responsive to any questions or concernslen was a great host we hope to return soonlen was an excellent host who provided very detailed instructions and was responsive to all of our questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location nice spot to relax and very close to the beachthe location is perfect for the areawe absolutely loved staying at the cassine station propertynext door to a bike shop and an easy walk to the shops and restaurants of seasidewould absolutely recommend this place 3 minute walk to the beach
10. Lovely abode with five-star ratings (from USD 415)
This apartment can accommodate two guests and boasts a bedroom and two bathrooms. It is cozy and clean and is located in Seaside. The room has a king-size bed. The living room is perfect for lounging and watching TV. You can whip up a meal in the well-equipped kitchen and eat in the dining area. The front porch boasts a hanging bed as well! You get access to free Wi-Fi and are provided with essentials in this kid-friendly apartment. Amenities such as dryer, iron, air conditioning, hot water, and heating are offered. Several food trucks and eateries are nearby if you want to dine out!
Heart of Seaside. sleeps 2 plus infantSanta Rosa Beach, Florida, United StatesSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
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convenient for those needing to work wifi was pretty good about 25 mbps dload and 8mbps uploadparking was not too bad we found a space right behind the aptRead more reviewsLocation:
great central locationgreat seaside fl locationfantastic place - great locationthis is a great location super close to the food trucks and restaurantsgreat location very quick replies to questions
Spend a relaxing holiday in Seaside
The warm sand and the picturesque view of the Gulf of Mexico are only some reasons why many tourists visit Seaside and its nearby areas for a relaxing holiday. The pastel-colored houses in the town give one the feeling of being in a fairyland. Miami and Orlando are popular places to visit in Florida but a visit to Seaside should also be on your bucket list if you looking for a relaxing vacation.
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