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The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa

5.0 star property

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Exterior
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar, beach bar
Front of property
Sundeck
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

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200 Henderson Resort Way, Destin, FL, 32541
  • Henderson Beach State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Destin Commons
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Gulf View King

  • 413 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View (2 Queens) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View (2 Queens)

  • 560 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Courtyard View Double Queen

  • 413 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

ADA Courtyard View Double Queen

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Courtyard View King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Courtyard View King

  • 413 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

ADA Gulf View King

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

ADA Premium Gulf View King

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Gulf View Double Queen | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Premium Gulf View Double Queen

  • 413 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Gulf View Double Queen | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Gulf View Double Queen

  • 413 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Premium Gulf View King

  • 413 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Gulf View) | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, rainfall showerhead

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, View (Gulf View)

  • 560 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Pool View | Living area | 43-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV, iPod dock

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Pool View

  • 560 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View (King) | Living area | 43-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV, iPod dock

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View (King)

  • 620 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite (The Hagerman) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Presidential Suite (The Hagerman)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa

5-star resort in Crystal Beach
Catch some rays on The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa's private white sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 4 restaurants.
The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa offers 170 accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch LED televisions come with premium digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a lazy river, a hot tub, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.

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

The onsite spa has 11 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Unwind on the private white sand beach, located just 75 yards away. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. At The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Dining is available at one of the resort's 4 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at one of the 2 coffee shops/cafes. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the resort's bars, which include 2 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This luxury resort also offers a children's pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a hot tub. Guests can use the outdoor pool at a partner property. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa 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.
Signature Restaurant - Onsite restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Awards and affiliations

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa is listed in the 2024 Travel + Leisure 500.
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 31.03 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 41.73 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • 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 40 for adults and USD 10 to 15 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 4 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Signature Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour gym
  • Beach yoga
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Shopping
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Pool gate
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 11 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium digital channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 160.50 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 85 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
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 55.37 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Business center/computer access
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Newspaper
  • Pool access

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 40 for adults, and USD 10 to 15 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 31.03 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 41.73 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 160.50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Outside food and beverages are not permitted on the premises.

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
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
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Henderson Salamander Beach Resort Destin
Henderson Salamander Beach Resort
Henderson Salamander Beach Destin
Henderson Salamander Beach
The Henderson a Salamander Beach Spa Resort

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 757 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1003 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

Great week in Destin

The resort was excellent and had a wonderful experience. The service was amazing and the amenities were outstanding.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kent

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and room are very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verlyn

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

Great place

The stay was great. It was only one night since it was my first visit. I will surely return for an extended visit next time. The staff pleasant and professional, food was great. the surrounding scenery was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was nice from when you arrive. Beach very close. Love how quiet and safe the area is. I will definitely go back and even stay at the Henderson Park which is right across the street
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth, Sauk Centre

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Yes, Hotel is wonderful, except: No toilet paper was left (we were done to a partial roll, got another one by interrupting the housekeeper (after our room was cleaned). No towels left on a different day. When checking in we asked to go over any additional fees and have them explained, yet we were still charged over $350 MORE than they stated. We asked at check in for specifics so we would have no surprise charges, and they insured us of all additional charges, yet over $350 more than they explained. We did not eat/drink anything in the room including the water or coffee, and we used the self parking (that fee was explained to us). WHY ADDITIONAL FEES THAT WERE NOT EXPLAINED. Hotel /resorts have got to be held more accountable. There was no water in the pool (it was January as well as, the pool area was under construction and had yellow caution tape all around), so obvisously the extra resort fee should be adjusted during months of construction and or pool not being maintained during off season months. I pay resort fee for a feature not even available? Although we like the room (did not eat at resort), I would not pay the amount I did again with all the extra FEES. Especially since we asked to have any fees explained PRIOR to checking in. Seems like ALL FEES SHOULD BE EASILY SEEN AND EXPLAINED BEFORE CHARGING YOUR GUESTS. Why would we even ask if we just wanted you to tack on an additional $350 that we are unaware what it is for?
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay! The staff and cleanliness was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

elisabeth, PAMPA

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff in all areas were the absolute best! I had such an amazing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tomas

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

Phenomenal stay!

Great gateway stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Odalys

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has everything you need to be happy, friendly workers, comfortable common areas, comfortable rooms, access to the private beach with white sand and crystal clear water, with very good security, I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya, Eastover

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Henderson is the perfect place to stay if you’re visiting Destin! They offer both valet and self parking. There is no reason to leave the resort to eat. The restaurants on premises are fantastic. The staff is attentive and friendly. Rooms are immaculate and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Terry

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Henderson Beach Resort was spectacular ! From the resort itself to all the staff, it was the perfect vaction!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, Austin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the private beach and all the amenities. All the staff were friendly and accommodating. The food was mediocre for the price. The holiday decorations were beautiful and were an added benefit to our stay during Thanksgiving.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024