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WaterColor Inn & Resort

★★★★ 34 Goldenrod Circle, Santa Rosa Beach, US

9.4 guest rating· 260 reviews

About this hotel

Private Beach and Nature Trails

WaterColor Inn & Resort offers a stunning private beach and is surrounded by the natural beauty of Grayton Beach State Park. Guests can explore the park's 2,000-acre area with hiking and biking trails, and enjoy water activities on Western Lake.

Complimentary Bikes, Kayaks, and Canoes

Guests have access to a variety of complimentary recreational equipment, including bicycles, kayaks, and canoes. This allows for a fun and active way to explore the beautiful surroundings of the resort.

Spacious and Well-Equipped Guest Rooms

The guest rooms at WaterColor Inn & Resort are not only spacious but also well-equipped with modern amenities. From a balcony to a living area with entertainment options, every detail is designed for comfort and convenience.

Experience the beauty of Santa Rosa Beach at WaterColor Inn & Resort. Book now to enjoy a luxurious stay surrounded by nature's wonders.

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ground Floor (Dune View Guest Room 1st Floor King)

Sleeps 4 · 46 m² · King bed, Sofa bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed</strong></p><p>500-sq-foot room, balcony with courtyard views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV, cable channels, and iPod dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, room service (limited hours), and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Desk, safe, and iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Gulf View Guest Room 3rd Floor)

Sleeps 4 · 46 m² · King bed, Sofa bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed</strong></p><p>500-sq-foot room with a balcony </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV, cable channels, and iPod dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, room service (limited hours), and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Desk, safe, and iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Beachfront Dune View

Sleeps 4 · 46 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed</strong></p><p>495-sq-foot room, balcony with courtyard views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV, cable channels, and iPod dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, room service (limited hours), and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free local calls, queen sofa bed, and desk</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Coastal View Guest Room 2nd Floor)

Sleeps 4 · 46 m² · 2× Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>2 Queen Beds</strong></p><p>500-sq-foot room with a balcony </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV, cable channels, and iPod dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, room service (limited hours), and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Desk, safe, and iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Coastal View Guest Room 2nd Floor)

Sleeps 4 · 46 m² · King bed, Sofa bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed</strong></p><p>500-sq-foot room with a balcony </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom and sitting area</p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV, cable channels, and iPod dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, room service (limited hours), and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Desk, safe, and iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View Guest Room 3rd Floor)

Sleeps 4 · 46 m² · 2× Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>2 Queen Beds</strong></p><p>500-sq-foot room with a balcony </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV, cable channels, and iPod dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, room service (limited hours), and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Waterfront Gulf View Room

Sleeps 4 · 46 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), Sofa bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box

This king room offers stunning views of the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico from the furnished balcony. A comfortable seating area with a large queen-sized sofa bed is also included.

Queen Room With Balcony

Sleeps 4 · 46 m² · 2× Large bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box

The spacious quadruple room provides a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV, as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.

BeachFront Coastal View

Sleeps 4 · 46 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), Sofa bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box

This beachfront king room features a balcony, living area with queen-sized sofa bed, and private bathroom.

Superior Queen Room

Sleeps 4 · 46 m² · 2× Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box

A seating area with a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker and a balcony are featured in this spacious quadruple room. The unit offers 2 beds.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Fence around pool
  • Kids' pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Valet parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
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  • Beach
  • Beachfront
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Concierge service
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fishing
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shallow end
  • Snorkelling
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Tennis court
  • Terrace
  • Water slide
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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34 Goldenrod Circle, Santa Rosa Beach, US

Check-in
from 04:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say9.4260 reviews

+ Great location+ Friendly staff+ Clean and spacious rooms+ Beautiful views− Inconsistent food quality− High room prices
Cleanliness9.5
Service10.0
Location10.0
Room Quality9.5
Amenities9.5
Value for Money8.5

Below expectation - fine, but not excellent

6.0

Great location. Very walkable area, beautiful neighboring grounds/pathways. Beach Club and beach access were excellent and a 10/10 experience. Hotel and rooms itself need updating - do not match the experience of the Beach Club. Rooms felt only slightly more elevated than a typical, generic chain hotel and in spots were run-down and desperately needing renovation/refresh/modernization.

Exploration587434 · 2026-06-08

Everything and more

10.0

The best beach vacation on the planet. Nicest facility with impeccable staff. We hosted my daughter‘s wedding here two years ago. It’s the same amazing place now as it was then. And virtually every member of the staff two years ago was still working. It was wonderful to see familiar faces.

Dave-n-Deb17042 · 2026-06-02

Family-Friendly Luxury on 30A with Incredible Service and Gulf Views

10.0

Our family had an incredible stay at WaterColor Inn and it’s one of the most family-friendly beach properties we’ve visited on 30A. Every room having a gulf view makes a huge difference — waking up and seeing the ocean every morning never got old. The setup of the property is extremely well thought out for families. The beach is literally just steps from the hotel, making it easy with kids, towels, and all the beach gear that usually turns into a production. Hotel guests also have access to a private pool area with dedicated waitstaff and much shorter lines compared to the public beach club areas, which made the experience feel much more relaxing and elevated. One thing we appreciated is that the nearby beach club can also be accessed by non-hotel guests who pay for entry, but staying at the hotel definitely came with perks and a more exclusive experience. Another huge bonus is the location — you can easily walk to Seaside, the iconic town where The Truman Show was filmed. It gave us plenty to do without ever needing to get in the car. A special shoutout goes to Mercer, who took care of us for three mornings at breakfast and again at the pool. His hospitality stood out even among an already excellent staff. He remembered our exact orders from the previous day without us saying a word and consistently went above and beyond to make our family feel welcomed and taken care of. Employees like Mercer are what turn a great property into a memorable experience. One final touch we loved: the complimentary treat suites on every floor stocked with sodas, snacks, and frozen desserts. It’s such a smart and thoughtful amenity for families and added to the overall experience more than you’d expect. Highly recommend WaterColor Inn for families looking for a relaxing, walkable, upscale-but-comfortable beach vacation on 30A.

NYHokie · ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA · 2026-05-18

Picture Perfect

10.0

My husband and I (middle age) just returned from a 5-night stay at the WaterColor Inn and absolutely loved it. We were looking for a pristine beach where we could take long walks and a relaxing atmosphere. We'd never been to the 30A area, so we researched many other hotel options. WaterColor and the area didn't disappoint. Our room (401) was perfect, with an L-shaped balcony facing the gulf. We left the door open at night to hear the waves crashing. The room and grounds were clean, and the staff was pleasant and accommodating. We enjoyed the free bikes and kayak. Seaside town was an easy 1/2-mile walk. The pool was rarely busy. The soft rock-free sand melted under our feet, and the water was as turquoise and clear as in the Caribbean. Every night the hotel provided homemade cookies, even giving me my preferred gluten free version. We would stay here again.

Organized10580 · COS COB, CONNECTICUT · 2026-05-15

Loved Watercolor Inn! We will be back!

10.0

Absolutely beautiful resort with very friendly staff who go above and beyond. Loved having bikes and beach access. Location was in the middle of everything. Room was perfect! Thank you for a wonderful stay! We will be back!

55patrickr · 2026-05-08

Good to know

Please note an alternative check in-is available at the WaterColor Inn & Resort reception. Please contact the property directly for details. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

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›Pets

Pets are not allowed.

›Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

›Groups

No special conditions apply for groups.