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Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property

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Private beach nearby, white sand, free beach shuttle, beach towels
Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Lobby sitting area
Lobby
Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
1 Grand Sandestin Boulevard, Miramar Beach, FL, 32550
  • Baytowne Wharf
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Grand Boulevard at Sandestin
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 425 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 460 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • 425 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • 460 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 425 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 460 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Resort View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Resort View

  • 875 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Resort View

  • 425 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Resort View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 459 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Resort View

  • 549 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Resort View

  • 875 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Grand Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View (Balcony)

  • 450 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Bay View

  • 460 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Resort View (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 875 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 425 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Resort View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Resort View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • 550 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View (Balcony) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View (Balcony)

  • 424 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 459 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About this property

Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection

4-star Miramar Beach hotel close to Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links
This smoke-free hotel features a marina, a full-service spa, and a golf course. Free WiFi in public areas and a free beach shuttle are also provided. Additionally, an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a 24-hour fitness center are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection offers 250 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Miramar Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can play rounds at the 36-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including 4 outdoor tennis courts, a marina, and complimentary bicycles. In addition to an outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 10 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
This Miramar Beach hotel has its very own private beach. In addition to a full-service spa, Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection features a golf course and a marina. The hotel offers a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This 4-star property offers access to a business center, 10 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces. Event facilities measuring 20000 square feet (1858 square meters) include a conference center. This luxury hotel also offers an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and gift shops/newsstands. Onsite parking is available (surcharge), along with a car charging station.

Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection is a smoke-free property.

Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Ovide - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Ara - This rooftop bar serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Open daily.
Sweetbay Coffee - Onsite brasserie. Open daily.
The Lobby Bar - Onsite cocktail bar. Open daily.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Self parking on site (USD 25 per day)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 32 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Ara
  • Ovide
  • Sweetbay Coffee
  • The Lobby Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pickleball courts
  • 24-hour gym
  • 36-hole golf course
  • 4 outdoor tennis courts
  • Bicycle tours
  • Boat and paddles
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain biking
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Tennis lessons
  • Water skiing
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center (20,000 square feet of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • In a nature reserve
  • Marina
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • 10 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator (37 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (39 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 250 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 50.40 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 50 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 25 per day
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 32 per day
  • Pet deposit: USD 250 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 740 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1014 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Randy

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous landscaping amid twisting, spanish moss dripping live osks, the Effie was outstandibgly welcoming. The staff was remarkably friendly and aimed to please in every situation from arrival each time we left the sight to our final departure, we felt like family. The Baytown Wharf had much to offer from live music to a plethora of restaurant chouces and shopping just a short walk from Effie Hotel. The shuttle service to and from the beach was fantastic as no long waits were necessary. Golf and bike riding were pluses enjoyed by our teens as well as the rooftop pool. Though we didn't dine at the Effie, the restaurant was very inviting with live flowers on the tables, entryway of the hotel, and in the lobby. We WILL return.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

S, bellaire

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Horrible check in . Waited an hr . Was told “ theres 1 house keeper for the whole floor /?? hotel and we are fully booked “ waited in the lobby . Literally had to walk around to find some water to drink . Arrived super tired after a long drive . More like a 1-2 star welcome experience. Less than average . Would rate it overall 5/10 . Pple who came in after us were checked in , i dont know if it was due to the balcony room . Its not like i booked this place last minute maybe 1-2 weeks before . The lady was apologetic did give me a keycard 30 mins into the wait then the other check in lady seemed to have said something and then she took it back and gave us a lower floor cos it was quicker . Please ensure rooms are ready if you have guests arriving would be my suggestion. beach is a drive away but theres a shuttle . We just drove , super crowded beaches ,like thousands cos it was spring break . 1 restaurant. Its one of those half baked so called 5 star Marriott experiences which is an average 5/10 if youre used to international 5 star hotels .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefani

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome place! Definitely recommend!

This hotel is fantastic. The staff are always polite and easy to approach. The hotel itself smells awesome and looks fab! We definitely recommend to everyone that inquires from us on where to stay when in the area. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth, Miami

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only missed that the chocolate chip cookies are being served much later than before.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ravonne

Traveled with family
Enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent! The staff, the help we received if we had a question, drinks, dining options, comfy beds. The only small issue is that the WiFi was not working well enough for everyone to use.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

Amazing hotel and service was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
5
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing property and the staff were great too. Will certainly come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon, Camden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay the the Effie was nothing short of amazing. The valet are courteous and efficient, the staff is knowledgeable and friendly. The rooms are beautiful and quite comfortable. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A must stay

Great stay in San Destin for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day great ambiance in hotel We thought the pet fee was high but not much you can do about that
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenyatta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked everything! There were absolutely no complaints. Well it would be nice if the downstairs bar had TV’s so you could watch sports. Lol but not a deal breaker because there were plenty of spots close by that did.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Idan

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024