Immediate Beach Access
Only steps from Crystal Beach for quick seaside mornings and sunset strolls.
Simple motel with colorful rooms, beach access, outdoor pool, and a casual seafood eatery near Crystal Beach and Destin Commons.
Six signals to read the stay at a glance.
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Located just a block from the famous Crystal Beach, this low-key 3-star motel offers a comfortable and colorful stay for travelers seeking easy beach access and casual dining. The Beachside Inn balances laid-back vibes with practical amenities including an outdoor pool and air-conditioned rooms equipped with kitchenettes.
Guests appreciate the on-site casual seafood eatery and café, perfect for relaxed meals or a quick coffee by the pool. The motel’s welcoming atmosphere is enhanced by friendly staff, digital check-in, and pet-friendly policies, making it a convenient base for families and those traveling with pets.
Nearby attractions include the Henderson Beach State Park with its pet-friendly trails and playgrounds, HarborWalk Village offering waterfront shopping and events, and Big Kahuna's water park—a favorite for families. The Destin Commons shopping mall is within a mile, rounding out a destination suitable for both leisure and practical stays.
Three signals that shape how this stay actually feels.
Only steps from Crystal Beach for quick seaside mornings and sunset strolls.
Casual seafood eatery and lively café connected for convenient meals without leaving the property.
Welcomes pets to join the fun, with nearby pet-friendly nature trails and beaches.
Rooms, common spaces and the small details that shape the stay. Click any photo to view larger.
A snapshot of guest ratings and stories behind the stay.
“I know now why this place has the best ratings around. Absolutely loved our stay. The checkin was painless. The rooms are super clean, the beds were the best beds ever, the bathrooms/ dressing area was nice and roomy, and the staff were amazing! As I was reading reviews before making a decision on were to stay, I kept reading about the bread. Well let me tell you, as soon as we walked in the room, a load of bread was waiting for us.. Most delicious blueberry bread ever. I’m so happy I chose to stay here and will definitely be back to stay!”
“Our stay here was GREAT. Prices, location, and hospitality were all above and beyond. Stephanie at the lobby was a big help and we appreciated her very much and all the other staff as well. Definitely recommend this place. Walking distance to the beach, great restaurants around, clean rooms. Will return here for sure next visit.”
“Lovely little inn directly across the road from the beach! The room was so clean and cozy, and the bed was very comfortable. Also has a neat little cafe attached, as well as Camille's, a really good, small cozy restaurant! I stayed only one night for work, but would love to stay again!”
“We just happened upon Beachside Inn and decided to see if they had a room so we could extend our "snowbird" trip one more day. They did, so we stayed. Lovely hotel with extremely nice staff. The room was very clean, comfy and "beachy". The shower was beautiful and felt great. The homemade poppyseed bread that greeted us in our room was wonderful. Thank you. We'll be back and we're recommending you to others.”
“We were on our way out of town, got into an accident and had to stay one night. My husband found this place and they have been amazing we got the last room available. We are already planning our trip back and will definitely be staying here, bonus this place has a restaurant and the breakfast and smoothies were delicious but the dinner was amazing! Thank yall for your amazing hospitality and we will be back.”
“Absolute best place to stay in Destin! Directly across from the beach, two beautiful pools and a hot tub, and being connected to Camille’s is so convenient. We went there for our morning coffee and for lunch when we were hanging by the pool. Then, at night, the dinner was delicious. The beachside inn is also conveniently located to so many things in the heart of Destin. We walked to Publix, Whole Foods, and the Destin Commons. The rooms are nice and clean with very spacious bathrooms and showers. The front desk staff was friendly and helpful, but it’s so nice that you don’t even have to speak to anyone to check in/out— it’s all digital. Not to mention, every stay comes with a complimentary loaf of locally baked bread. Highly recommend!”
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Where the hotel sits — and what travelers can reach nearby.
Practical details to know before you check in.
+1 850-650-9099
2931 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, FL 32541, USA
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout
Free on-site parking
Outdoor pool plus hot tub for relaxation
Pet-friendly accommodations
Rooms fully air-conditioned
Digital self check-in available
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