Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront aparthotel near Destin Beaches

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Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center

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4 indoor pools, 3 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Front of property
Interior detail
Lobby sitting area
1 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Condo (Dolphin) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

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  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
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  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
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Check out the area

Map
1002 Highway 98 East, Destin, FL, 32541
  • Popular LocationBig Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park7 min walk
  • Popular LocationDestin Harbor Boardwalk5 min drive
  • Popular LocationHarborWalk Village5 min drive
  • AirportFort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)28 min drive

Room options

1 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Condo (Dolphin)

  • 871 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Condo (Pelican)

  • 957 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Destin

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this Destin aparthotel, you'll find Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. Choctawhatchee Bay and The Track Family Recreation Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 7 min walk
  • Destin Beaches - 10 min walk
  • Morgan Sports Center - 3 min drive
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 5 min drive
  • HarborWalk Village - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Margaritaville Restaurant Destin - 3 min drive
  • The Back Porch - 3 min drive
  • McDonald's - 13 min walk
  • Merlin's Pizza (Destin) - 17 min walk
  • The Pancakery - 6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center

3-star beachfront aparthotel near Destin Beaches
Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center offers its guests 3 outdoor swimming pools and 4 indoor swimming pools along with an outdoor tennis court, a spa tub, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 2 meeting rooms available. A children's pool, a fitness center, and spa services are also featured at Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Destin aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 435 guestrooms or units
  • 19 levels
  • Built in 1996
  • Deli
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Convenience store
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center offers 435 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. Accommodations at this 3-star aparthotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Satellite television is provided. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

Languages

English, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • 4 indoor pools
  • Pool loungers
  • Sauna
  • Spa services
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children's pool

Restaurants on site

  • Pelican Cafe

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 5 to 15 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Walkway to water

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free local calls
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Phone
  • Vending machine
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • In an entertainment district
  • In the city center
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Children's pool on site
  • Gym on site
  • Outdoor tennis court on site
  • Parasailing on site
  • Snorkeling on site
  • Surfing/bodyboarding on site
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 19 floors
  • 435 units
  • Built in 1996
  • Gated community

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5.00–15 for adults, and USD 5–15 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned. Contactless check-out is available.

Unmarried guests under the age of 25 must be accompanied by a parent or other responsible adult. Due to the increase in guests during the Independence Day holiday period, increased security measures will be enforced at this property. All guests during the peak summer period (July 1-7) will be required to wear wristbands. The names of everyone registered in a unit will be verified to ensure that the maximum number of guests per unit is not exceeded, and that children or young adults (those under 25 years old) registered in the unit will have adequate supervision. The required ratio is one adult, parent, or legal guardian over 25 for every two children. Guests arriving at the property with disproportionate ratios will be denied access. The adult/child ratio is strictly enforced, and a no visitors policy is strictly enforced.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Property is also known as

Pelican Beach
Pelican Beach Destin
Pelican Beach Resort
Pelican Beach Resort Destin
Pelican Resort
Pelican Beach Resort Conference Center
Pelican & Conference Center
Pelican Beach Resort Conference Center
Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center Destin
Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center Aparthotel
Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center Aparthotel Destin

Frequently asked questions

How close is Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center to the airport?

Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center is 17.2 mi (29-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center.

How close is Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center to the beach?

This aparthotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 5.00 and 15 for adults, USD 5 and 15 for children.

Is there a casino at Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel.

What time is check-in at Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center?

This aparthotel offers free self parking.

Does Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center have a pool?

Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center features 4 indoor pools, 3 outdoor pools, and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center have a spa?

This aparthotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer spa services.

How close is Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center to downtown Destin?

Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center is 0.6 mi away from Destin.

Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 314 out of 567 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 567 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 567 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 567 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 567 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alicia, Hartsburg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the view and the beach was amazing. The tiki bar was the best!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

An Minh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property and the people running were awesome. The experience was the best. The place had all the amenities it described in the text and the place looked even better in person then seen in the pictures. Tiki bar pool spa area lead right to beach. Love the set up. Take your families there for vacation. Perfect for kids. Take your wife there for the honeymoon. Perfect for that too. The place was beautiful. An experience I’ll never forget!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Really enjoyed the resort! Location was great...beach was great! Had nice pools, and was at a great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Monika

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The sheets was not change . To sleep on the bed I have to buy my own sheets to stay in a hotel for four days I do not address the issue because I don’t need no issues on my vacation. It is what it is.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

julie

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great location, staff is nice , and room is clean, we will come back again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have been staying here the last 3 yrs will be back next year!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robby

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Valnier, Rio de Janeiro

Liked: Amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeramy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time and our little condo was clean and the staff was friendly
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Eva

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our last name was misspelled in their system. So after a 12 hour drive and of course payment we was told it was our problem not theirs. A 20 minute argument later we was given our room and the remainder of our stay was great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022