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Pelican Beach Resort by Panhandle Getaways

Destin , 1002 Highway 98 East (Show on Map)

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Summary of reviewsOverall, guests of the Pelican Beach Resort by Panhandle Getaways are pleased with their stay. The resort offers multiple pool options that are convenient and enjoyable with a Tiki bar nearby for drinks. While some guests would have preferred a larger pool or Jacuzzi area, the available options are still satisfactory. The only complaints were that one pool was closed during some guests' stay and there were only two working elevators. However, it seems that the resort is working on improving the amenities, as a new sun deck is under construction.
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Beachfront Apartment

Boasting a convenient beachfront location, this resort allows guests to reach the beach within just a few seconds.

Luxury Apartment

Apartment near The Beach

Apartment with Swimming Pool

Indoor Pool Outdoor Pool

Apartment with Free Wi-Fi

Apartment with Parking

Apartment with Outdoor Pool

Apartment with Indoor Pool

Room Types

One-Bedroom Apartment 1011 with Sea View This beachfront apartment features a fully equipped kitchen, large living area, and a balcony with a sea view.

Two-Bedroom Apartment 1015 with Sea View Boasting a private entrance, this spacious apartment also includes 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a shower. In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The air-conditioned apartment offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a washing machine, a coffee machine, a seating area as well as sea views. The unit has 3 beds.

Two-Bedroom Apartment 315 with Sea View Boasting a private entrance, this spacious apartment also comes with 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a shower. In the kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The air-conditioned apartment features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a washing machine, a coffee machine, a seating area as well as sea views. The unit has 4 beds.

Two-Bedroom Apartment 613 with Sea View Featuring a private entrance, this spacious apartment also comprises 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a shower. In the well-equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The air-conditioned apartment provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a washing machine, a coffee machine, a seating area as well as sea views. The unit offers 4 beds.

Two-Bedroom Apartment 114 with Sea View Boasting a private entrance, this spacious apartment also includes 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a shower. The fully equipped kitchen has a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The air-conditioned apartment offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a washing machine, a coffee machine, a seating area as well as sea views. The unit has 3 beds.

One-Bedroom Apartment 111 with Sea View This apartment features a private balcony with a view of the beach and sea. A large living area is also included.

Two-Bedroom Apartment 217 with Sea View Boasting a private entrance, this spacious apartment also comes with 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that features a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The air-conditioned apartment features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a washing machine, a coffee machine, a seating area as well as sea views. The unit has 3 beds.

One-Bedroom Apartment 1405 with Sea View Featuring a private entrance, this spacious apartment also comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchen, which comes with a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The air-conditioned apartment provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a coffee machine, a seating area, a dining area as well as sea views. The unit offers 3 beds.

Two-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View - 2001 Featuring a private entrance, this spacious apartment also is comprised of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a shower. The well-equipped kitchen features a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The air-conditioned apartment offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a washing machine, a coffee machine, a seating area as well as sea views. The unit offers 3 beds.

Two-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View - 1501 Boasting a private entrance, this spacious apartment also features 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a shower. In the kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The air-conditioned apartment features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a washing machine, a coffee machine, a seating area as well as sea views. The unit has 5 beds.

Two-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View - 1916 Featuring a private entrance, this spacious apartment also consists of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Meals can be prepared in the kitchen, which is equipped with a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The air-conditioned apartment provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a washing machine, a coffee machine, a seating area as well as sea views. The unit offers 4 beds.

Two-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View - 113 Boasting a private entrance, this spacious apartment also includes 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a shower. In the well-fitted kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The air-conditioned apartment offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a washing machine, a coffee machine, a seating area as well as sea views. The unit has 3 beds.

One-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View - 408 Featuring a private entrance, this spacious apartment also is comprised of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 2 bathrooms with a shower. In the well-fitted kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The air-conditioned apartment offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a coffee machine, a seating area, a dining area as well as sea views. The unit offers 3 beds.

About Pelican Beach Resort by Panhandle Getaways

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Location

If you're looking for a hotel with a prime location right on the beach, Pelican Beach Resort by Panhandle Getaways is the perfect spot! Guests loved that they had access to the beautiful beachfront view and that the beach itself was amazing. The property is conveniently situated close to many dining and shopping options, making exploring the area a breeze. Plus, the host's communication and the staff were great, adding to an all-around great experience. Even those who weren't thrilled with the hotel mentioned that the location was the only positive thing and with how close it is to everything, you won't have to venture far for entertainment. Overall, the location at Pelican Beach Resort can't be beaten for a fun-filled and convenient beach vacation.

Rooms

Pelican Beach Resort by Panhandle Getaways offers a range of rooms to suit every traveler's preference with some needing minor renovations. Despite some outdated facilities, guests appreciate the cozy and homey feeling of their room. The beachfront views are stunning and the easy access to the pool and beach makes it an ideal location. The fully stocked kitchen and sufficient towels are a nice touch. The bunk beds are a hit with children and the comfortable bed provides a good night's rest. The main areas of concern are the cleanliness and maintenance of some of the rooms. Although some reported dirty and moldy bathrooms, dusty ceiling fans and clogged toilets, others had no issues with cleanliness. Overall, if you're looking for a budget-friendly option with a beachfront location, Pelican Beach Resort by Panhandle Getaways might be the perfect fit for you.

Beds

If you're looking for a hotel with comfortable beds, then Pelican Beach Resort by Panhandle Getaways is the perfect choice for you. The majority of the guests agree that the beds are comfortable and plush, ensuring a good night's sleep. However, there are a few comments about the bunk beds and the 2nd bedroom bed being a bit uncomfortable and noisy. Some guests also mentioned the master bed being either too soft, too bouncy or awful due to springy-like feeling, leading to back problems. Thankfully, these comments are the exception rather than the rule. The sleeper sofa was the only negative in the reviews, being described as very uncomfortable. While the bathrooms are on the small side, the beds make up for it with most guests agreeing that they were comfortable and not like sleeping on plywood boards.

Cleanliness

Pelican Beach Resort by Panhandle Getaways has received mixed reviews regarding the cleanliness of their hotel. While some guests found the floors, tubs and rooms to be dirty and even encountered roaches in their rooms, others praised the super clean rooms and housekeeping. Some guests reported hairs on the sofa and pubic hair on their hands, while others found mold on bathroom shower curtains and black mold on air conditioning vents. Some guests also mentioned that their condos were not COVID-19 cleaned. Despite these negative experiences, some guests found the Resort to be clean and the room was nice. However, recurring complaints included stains on upholstered chairs and filthy floors that needed heavy mopping. Overall, guests had varying experiences with hotel cleanliness.

Staff

Pelican Beach Resort by Panhandle Getaways promises an unforgettable experience with its great location, tiki bar and cafe, plus its friendly and courteous staff. Guests particularly appreciate Manager Joe's exceptional service. Despite some initial reservations about the staff seeming distant and annoyed, visitors were surprised and delighted by the super friendly staff and awesome cafe. The communication of the host and the location were also praised. However, there were some issues with customer service identified, particularly when one guest paid for an extra day and received a new code that did not work, locking out their entire party. The guest was unable to get in touch with anyone for over 5 hours and received no apology or compensation from Panhandle Getaways. Despite this, the majority of guests were entirely satisfied with their stay and praised the staff's friendliness and willingness to handle any request within hours.

Pool

Pelican Beach Resort by Panhandle Getaways boasts a variety of pools, including outdoor and indoor ones which were clean, numerous and very convenient. It was easy to find a lounge by the pool and enjoy a drink from the Tiki bar, which was a nice touch. Guests with young children, in particular, appreciated the many warm pools that kept their toddlers happy. Despite a few critiques about the lighting, size or availability of certain pools, the overall experience was positive. Some guests did note that chairs by the pool could be hard to come by as people tended to reserve them with towels and then leave for the beach. Additionally, one chair was not usable and a few other pools were being repaired or were under construction. Overall, the pools and beach access were a highlight of the resort with even some indoor pools being heated despite the colder weather.

Beach

When it comes to beach access, you can't go wrong with Pelican Beach Resort by Panhandle Getaways. Guest reviews rave about the beautiful and amazing beach and water with easy access from the hotel. Visitors loved the boardwalk and beachfront and how close it was to the beach. The many pools kept families happy, while kids enjoyed the closet full of beach toys. However, some guests noted that the beach was taken up by prepaid spots, making it difficult to find a spot to sit. Others commented on the high price of beach chair rentals, which didn't include the room rate. Despite these minor drawbacks, guests still loved the location, views and overall experience on the beach.

Parking

Pelican Beach Resort by Panhandle Getaways is a great spot for travelers who are looking for a place to stay and not have to worry about parking. Free and plentiful parking is available for all guests. The location of the parking lot makes it easy to access the hotel, pools and lobby. Some guests wish that more handicap accessible parking was closer to the main building, but overall, guests found the parking to be convenient. One guest even enjoyed plenty of parking during a holiday weekend. However, there were a few complaints about the parking with one guest describing it as a "nightmare." The hotel could improve their parking system for check-in and check-out. Nonetheless, the parking situation generally received positive feedback from guests.

Outdoor Pool

The Pelican Beach Resort by Panhandle Getaways offers multiple pool options that guests enjoy. The pools are nice and convenient, providing guests with fun in the sun. Guests can easily find a lounge by the pool and enjoy a drink at the Tiki bar. Although some guests would have preferred a bigger pool or Jacuzzi area, overall guests are happy with the pool options available. The only downside is that one pool was not open during some guests' stay and there were only two working elevators. The sun deck is no longer available, but it appears another one is under construction.

Yes, Pelican Beach Resort by Panhandle Getaways has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Pelican Beach Resort by Panhandle Getaways.

No, Pelican Beach Resort by Panhandle Getaways doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Pelican Beach Resort by Panhandle Getaways.

No, Pelican Beach Resort by Panhandle Getaways doesn't have a gym.

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