WaterColor Inn & Resort

Property class: 4

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Located close to Coleman Beach and Grayton Beach State Park, WaterColor Inn & Resort provides 3 poolside bars, shopping on site, and a playground. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and sun loungers. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and southern cuisine. Enjoy onsite activities like basketball, hiking/biking, and surfing/body boarding. Dry cleaning/laundry services and 3 bars are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Room options

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View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Gulf View Guest Room 3rd Floor)

A balcony with two Adirondack chairs facing a view of the ocean.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Gulf View Guest Room 3rd Floor)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Coastal View Guest Room 2nd Floor)

A balcony with a view of the ocean, a white chair, and a railing.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Coastal View Guest Room 2nd Floor)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Beachfront Dune View

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Beachfront Dune View

  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Coastal View Guest Room 2nd Floor)

A hotel room with a bed, a wicker chair, a small table, and a view of the beach and ocean.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Coastal View Guest Room 2nd Floor)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View Guest Room 3rd Floor)

A hotel room with a balcony overlooking the ocean, a bed, a chair, and a dresser.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View Guest Room 3rd Floor)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ground Floor (Dune View Guest Room 1st Floor King)

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden table, a wicker chair, and a view of a garden and outdoor seating area.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ground Floor (Dune View Guest Room 1st Floor King)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, WaterColor Inn & Resort is in Watercolor, a neighborhood in Santa Rosa Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Grayton Beach State Park and Coleman Beach. Blue Mountain Beach and Seacrest Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Explore all the area has to offer with ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Santa Rosa Beach travel guide
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34 Golden Rod Circle, Santa Rosa Beach, FL, 32459

What's nearby

  • A sandy beach with dunes and a wooden fence.
    Grayton Beach State Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A beach at sunset with waves, a city skyline in the distance, and a few people on the sand.
    Seagrove Beach West
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A family on a white sandy beach with clear turquoise water and a blue sky.
    Coleman Beach
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A park with a circular amphitheater, palm trees, and a building with a sign.
    Central Square
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • beach near Gulf District
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pickles
    10 min walk
  • Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar
    9 min walk
  • Hurricane Oyster Bar and Grill
    4 min drive
  • Black Bear Bread Company
    11 min walk
  • Chiringo
    5 min drive

About this property

WaterColor Inn & Resort

  • Upscale family-friendly resort renovated in 2022 and located near Grayton Beach State Park
  • Located close to Coleman Beach, WaterColor Inn & Resort provides 3 poolside bars, shopping on site, and a playground. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and sun loungers, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and southern cuisine. Enjoy onsite activities like basketball, hiking/biking, and surfing/body boarding. Dry cleaning/laundry services and 3 bars are available to all guests.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • 10 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with a lazy river, a waterslide, and cabanas
    • Free self parking and valet parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and 5 outdoor tennis courts
    • A free beach club on site, a banquet hall, and beach umbrellas
  • Room features
  • All 67 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Balconies, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

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Frequently asked questions

Does WaterColor Inn & Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has 10 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at WaterColor Inn & Resort?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WaterColor Inn & Resort on Nov 9, 2026 start from $573, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is WaterColor Inn & Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at WaterColor Inn & Resort?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at WaterColor Inn & Resort?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is WaterColor Inn & Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Watercolor resort is within a 10-minute walk of Grayton Beach State Park and Coleman Beach. Blue Mountain Beach and Seacrest Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

WaterColor Inn & Resort Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 248 out of 305 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 305 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 305 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 305 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 305 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Loved all the amenities and the access to the beach and great restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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10/10 spot. Beautiful location, amazing amenities, helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful property. Staff were so kind and helpful. Great location, all the extra special “touches” made it very memorable . Can’t wait to go back again !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is our second year coming to this wonderful place, and it never disappoints. From the incredibly friendly staff to the spotless rooms that were cleaned several times a day, every detail exceeded our expectations. The treat suite was such a thoughtful touch and made our stay even more special. WaterColor Inn has set such a high standard for hospitality that it's hard to imagine staying anywhere else. Every visit reminds us why we keep coming back. We can't wait for our next stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location, exceptional service and friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The resort was beautiful and the rooms were spacious. I really appreciated the daily turndown service and extra added amenities like treats in the room and treat suites. The beach view was beautiful and the pools were amazing. My family cannot wait to be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Watercolor’s staff are amazing. They are always ready to help and respond immediately. They definitely understand the importance of customer service and made us feel comfortable and welcome at all times. The beach club is world class with an unbeatable view of the beach and a great selection of food. Loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful, spotless facility with wonderful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic visit in early March before the crowds. Clean property with lots of options including beach or 3+ pools.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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No detail left untouched - our stay was amazing! From the thoughtful additions of things like robes, slippers, room spray, a room of treats for the kids on every level, front beach access, beautiful pools and firepit areas, to the welcoming staff that felt like family by night 2... we will be back again and again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic Resort, Beautiful Location, pricey at $700-800/ Night. Staff is exceptional. Attention to detail impressive Restaurant FOOW is just average food, mediocre service / beachfront/ stunning location Beach chairs at $100/ day is excessive. We will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great beach
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing staff, beautiful location and perfect room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was beautifully appointed with a perfect unobstructed view of the beach. Housekeeping went above and beyond. The treat suite alone is worth the price of admission. We found our new go to vacation spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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all the staff were kind and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great property, great location, lots of shops and restaurants in the area and the beaches are amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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What an incredible hotel stay. From the minute we checked in to our departure the staff was welcoming, helpful & extremely professional. You can tell they love their jobs. The room was immaculate with a beautiful view from the balcony of the blue green water of the gulf. (4th floor) I highly recommend this hotel that had 3 heated pools.
Foyer of the lobby
Restaurant/ bar looked out to the pool closet to the hotel
Heated pool 2 of 3
Heated pool 1 of 3
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Best hotel ever❤️staff was very friendly,the room was always cleaned..we love it!Will be back for sure
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Stunning property. They really take care of you here with a lot of value added perks. Easy to checkout bikes for easy ride to Seaside town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The nicest place and beach we have been to in awhile
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property with great service and amenities!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Fantastic service, good location and great views
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful, laid back area with all the amenities and easy access to shopping and dining options!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Randy and Brandon were very helpful and great customer service!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025