WaterColor Inn & Resort

4.0 star property
Stylish resort on the shore with 10 outdoor swimming pools

Choose dates to view prices

your current months are April, 2024 and May, 2024.
April 2024
May 2024

WaterColor Inn & Resort

Photo gallery for WaterColor Inn & Resort

10 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
10 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View Guest Room 3rd Floor) | Terrace/patio
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; southern cuisine
Lobby sitting area

Overview of WaterColor Inn & Resort

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

34 Golden Rod Circle, Santa Rosa Beach, FL, 32459
  • Popular LocationFish Out of Water- FOOW1 min walk
  • Popular LocationWine World3 min walk
  • AirportDestin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)34 min drive
  • AirportFort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)56 min drive
Mod logo
Earn OneKeyCash on thousands of hotels when you sign in and book. More rewards for more adventures!

Room options

Beachfront Dune View

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed - queen
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed

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

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, No View, Ground Floor (Dune View Guest Room 1st Floor King)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Similar properties

About the neighborhood

Santa Rosa Beach

Located on the beach, WaterColor Inn & Resort is in Watercolor, a neighborhood in Santa Rosa Beach. While the natural beauty of Seaside Beach and Grayton Beach State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Traveling with kids? Consider Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park. Explore all the area has to offer with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.

What's nearby

  • Grayton Beach State Park - 3 min walk
  • Seaside Beach - 5 min walk
  • Central Square - 9 min walk
  • Seagrove Beach East - 16 min walk
  • Grayton Beach - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hurricane Oyster Bar - 4 min drive
  • Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - 9 min walk
  • AJ's Grayton Beach - 4 min drive
  • Chiringo - 6 min drive
  • The Red Bar - 6 min drive

About this property

WaterColor Inn & Resort

Upscale family-friendly resort refurbished in 2022 and located near Seaside Beach
WaterColor Inn & Resort is located close to Grayton Beach State Park, and provides 3 poolside bars, shopping on site, and a playground. With a white sand beach, beachfront dining, and sun loungers, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 onsite restaurants, which feature southern cuisine and ocean views. Enjoy onsite activities like kayaking, basketball, and surfing/body boarding. Free wired internet is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and 3 bars.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 10 outdoor pools and a children's pool, 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 front-desk safe, and a gift shop
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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM–11:00 AM for a fee: USD 12–21 per person
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 poolside bars
  • 3 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Beach Cow
  • Costa Chica
  • Fish Out of Water
  • Gather Kitchen + Bar
  • WaterColor Grill

Things to do

  • 10 outdoor pools
  • 5 outdoor tennis courts
  • Basketball
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Free beach club
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Paddleboard
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 10 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Playground
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the beach
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2002
  • Renovated entire property - March 2022
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 56.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach towels
  • Concierge service
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Pool access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 12–21 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

WaterColor Inn & Resort
WaterColor Inn & Resort Santa Rosa Beach
WaterColor Santa Rosa Beach
Water Color Hotel
Watercolor Hotel Santa Rosa Beach
WaterColor Inn And Resort Florida/Santa Rosa Beach
WaterColor Inn Resort Santa Rosa Beach
WaterColor Inn Resort
WaterColor Inn Resort
WaterColor Inn & Resort Resort
WaterColor Inn & Resort Santa Rosa Beach
WaterColor Inn & Resort Resort Santa Rosa Beach

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 Mar 29, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WaterColor Inn & Resort on Apr 9, 2024 start from $643.0, excluding 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 at WaterColor Inn & Resort?

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 Seaside Beach. Central Square and Fusion Art Glass Gallery are also within 10 minutes.

WaterColor Inn & Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 204 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 204 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 204 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 204 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 204 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brittany julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The nicest place and beach we have been to in awhile
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Len

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sadly, for us, the weather was rainy but the staff, accommodations, and amenities were top shelf. We will return, thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Jonathon

Traveled with family
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A haven of rest
The location is the best. Staff were always friendly and very helpful. Amenities were top notch. The view was breathtaking. It turned out to be a healing place to unwind from the stressors if life.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Traveled with partner
Fantastic service, good location and great views
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zac

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Randy and team were so helpful and friendly!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cherrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James, Round Rock

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at Water Colors over 10 years ago had the opportunity to come down again I really enjoyed the entire atmosphere of the resort thank you for giving me and my wife some great R&R.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property & Room Cleanliness
Star Rating
4
Address
34 Golden Rod Circle, Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Location
Santa Rosa Beach