Surf & Sand Hotel, Pensacola Beach
About the Hotel
The Surf & Sand Hotel is located on the beautiful bayside of Pensacola Beach, Florida, offering a cozy atmosphere to guests looking for a beachside escape. The hotel features a small private beach and outdoor pool, promoting a family-friendly and relaxed environment for visitors. Notably, the hotel is pet-friendly and accommodates guests with special needs, making it an inclusive choice for all travelers. With activities such as stand-up paddleboarding, fishing at the nearby Pensacola Beach Pier, and access to local restaurants, this hotel is well-placed for enjoyable beach adventures.
Location
Surf & Sand Hotel is a short walk from the lively Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and nearby attractions such as local bars and restaurants. The hotel is easily accessible from Pensacola Regional Airport, located approximately 25 kilometers away. On-site parking is available for guests at a nominal fee, facilitating convenient access for those traveling by car.
Rooms
Surf & Sand Hotel provides bright and cheerful accommodations equipped with modern amenities for guests. Each room includes features like Wi-Fi, a mini-fridge, and a seating area for comfort. Guests can choose between various room types, some with views of Little Sabine Bay or the surrounding city. The hotel also allows for pet-friendly options, accommodating pets as part of the family.
Eat & Drink
The hotel offers a casual dining experience at the H2O Grill, featuring a Mediterranean-American fusion menu designed by award-winning chef Omar Torres. Guests can enjoy freshly prepared meals, including seafood and comfort food options inspired by local flavors. For a more relaxed atmosphere, the Pelican Lounge bar with marine-themed decor provides drinks and light fare, enhancing the beachy vibe.
Leisure & Business
Outdoor activities are plentiful at Surf & Sand Hotel; guests can take advantage of free paddleboards, kayaks, and bicycles. The outdoor pool area provides a relaxing spot overlooking the bay, perfect for lounging. Additionally, the hotel offers recreational games and picnic areas for family fun, ensuring a mix of relaxation and entertainment for all guests.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Private beach
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Coffee shop
- Vending machines
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Canoeing
- Cycling
Services
- Laundry
Dining
- Picnic area/ Tables
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Board games
- Toys
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel offers a prime location within walking distance to local restaurants, the beach, bay, and boardwalk. While the rooms are superficially clean, they appear slightly run down and old, with dirty floors and a mildew smell. The service aims to make the hotel 'vacation alluring' but could benefit from more attention to cleanliness and updates. The dining experience, albeit plentiful and delicious, faced issues like running out of breakfast items. The facilities overall are sufficient but could use some improvements.
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff was incredibly friendly. The location is superb, right across from the beach and within walking distance of various dining options. However, the dining experience fell a bit short with limited choices. The hotel offers great facilities and value for money.
My stay at this hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were adequate and comfortable but had some issues with the door lock mechanism not working properly and finding sand inside. The service was pleasant overall, with most employees being terrific, but there was an exception. The location was wonderful, directly across the street from the beach with great amenities like access to kayaks and bikes. The dining experience was good, although the breakfast seemed like standard fare. The facilities were fine, without any outstanding features.
The hotel had rooms that were pretty but had a faint smell of vomit and mildew. The pool area was awesome, but the basic amenities were lacking. The service could be greatly improved with better attention to cleanliness and updates, though the laundry service was helpful. The location was excellent, with bikes available for borrowing, but the absence of select dog areas on the beach was a drawback. The dining experience was passable with a range of breakfast options but with some shortcomings. Overall, an average stay with potential for improvement.
The hotel's location is perfect for beach access and nearby restaurants; however, room size was a bit small. The service was friendly and helpful. The dining experience was good with a variety of options. The facilities were well-maintained and convenient.
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