Watercolor Inn & Resort

34 Golden Rod Circle, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 United States (USA)
View Map Reservations: 1-800-219-2797
4.0 Star Property
30.322040-86.144670
+1-800-219-2797
AI Disclaimer

This tool is powered by OpenAI's ChatGPT service. We strive to provide 100% accurate and reliable data to our customers, but third-party content generated by AI, including OpenAI's ChatGPT, can sometimes make errors for various reasons, such as incomplete or inaccurate responses. We advise all customers to exercise caution and to use your best judgment regarding the fidelity of ChatGPT's responses.

Check availability
Very Good
4.0/5

Based on 165 guest reviews

Show Guest Reviews
  • We have an outdoor pool
  • Free complimentary breakfast
  • Gym is available on property
  • 60 rooms in property
  • 4 floors in hotel
  • 3 suites in hotel
  • Check-in: 4p
  • Groups/Meetings rating of 7.5/10
  • 5 conference rooms in property

Check Current Prices






Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days

Rates shown are nightly rates before taxes and do not necessarily reflect all discounts available. The chart provides the cheapest public rates available by room type.

Room Types

Check Rates1 King Bed
Non-Smoking
Check Rates1 King Bed with Sofa Bed Coastal View Guest Room
Non-Smoking
Check Rates1 King Bed with Sofa Bed Coastal View Guest Room 2nd Floor
Non-Smoking
Check Rates1 King Bed with Sofa Bed Coastal View Guest Room 2nd Floor 1 King Bed 1 Sofa Bed
Non-Smoking
Check Rates1 King Bed with Sofa Bed Coastal View Guest Room 2nd Floor 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Non-Smoking
Check Rates2 Queen Beds Coastal View Guest Room 2nd Floor
Non-Smoking
Check Rates2 Queen Beds Coastal View Guest Room 2nd Floor 2 Queen Bed
Non-Smoking
Check RatesAssigned On Arrival
Non-Smoking
Check RatesBeach Front Coast View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesBeachfront Coastal View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesDouble Room Queen Bed Superior No Meals
Non-Smoking
Check RatesExtra Bed and Coastal View and Sofa Bed
Non-Smoking
Check RatesGuest Room Standard 2 Queen Beds Coast View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesGuest Room Standard King Bed Coast View Sofa
Non-Smoking
Check RatesPackage 1 Standard Room 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed Coastal View Guest Room 2nd Floor 1 King Bed and 1
Non-Smoking
Check RatesPackage 2 Standard Room 2 Queen Beds Coastal View Guest Room 2nd Floor
Non-Smoking
Check RatesQueen Queen Coastal View No Meals
Non-Smoking
Check RatesStandard Double Room with View Full Double Bed and Sofa Bed Type Is Subject To Availability
Non-Smoking
Check RatesStandard Guest Room with 1 King Bed and Coastal View 2 Nd Floor and Sofa Bed
Non-Smoking
Check RatesStandard Guest Room with 2 Queen Beds and Coastal View 2 Nd Floor
Non-Smoking
Check RatesStandard King Bed Sofa Coast View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesStandard Room, King or Two Doubles
Non-Smoking
Check RatesSuperior Double Bed
Non-Smoking
Check RatesSuperior Guest Room with 1 King Bed and Gulf View 3 Rd Floor and Sofa Bed
Non-Smoking
Check RatesSuperior Queen Bed
Non-Smoking
Check RatesSuperior Queen Room
Non-Smoking
Check RatesSuperior Room 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed Gulf View Guest Room 3rd Floor
Non-Smoking
Check RatesSuperior Room Queen Bed
Non-Smoking

Local Attractions

Beachfront, golf, fishing, sailing, kayaking

Verified Reviews of Watercolor Inn & Resort

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Staff was accommodating and professional"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The Best
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
07-Nov-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Nov 05 to Thu Nov 06 2025 at a $515.00 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 165 guest reviews

Property Description

Your attendees will thoroughly enjoy our total year round resort. As a member of the prestigious and exclusive Small Luxury Hotels of the World, WaterColor is a place where your meeting will receive personalized service from our world-class staff. In addition, the 2003 edition of the Robb Report listed WaterColor Inn as one of the Best of the Best in the hotel category. Every meeting is tailored individually with services, World Class accommodations and activities planned to suit your attendees' particular needs. The WaterColor Inn is nestled in the WaterColor community, which is a 499-acre resort located on the emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Western Lake, a 200-acre coastal dune lake indigenous to North West Florida.With the function and appeal of a personal cabana, all rooms face beachward. Dune-level bungalows extend into intimate courtyards with enclosed outdoor showers. On each of the three upper levels, a rotunda room is located in a central tower with panoramic views of the gulf. The rotunda rooms are perfect for special celebrations. All other rooms have balconies with gulf views. King bed with Egyptian cotton linens, goose down pillows and duvetsQueen sleeper sofaCeiling fanSony Flat Screen televisions with DVD playerSony Dream Machine CD player / Alarm clockRefreshment Center Coffee makerNightly turndown service with housekeeping services and our freshly baked cookiesIn Room DiningWalk-in shower with dual showerheads (Gulf Front rooms have view of the Gulf from the shower)Two line speakerphone with data port and voice mailIn room safeUnique WaterColor signature in room toiletriesWaffle-weave bathrobesIron and ironing boardHair dryerComplimentary gourmet continental breakfast for those staying at the InnComplimentary Hors D'oeuvres presented during our “Gathering Hour” from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. dailyComplimentary valet parkingThe Inn Spa Your attendees will truly enjoy the resort services we have available:•Camp Creek Golf Club- our Tom Fazio designed course, six miles from our front porch.•Five Har-Tru tennis courts and pro shop with 1 hour of daily complimentary court time.•Complimentary beach towels, boogie boards and volleyball. •Beach chairs, umbrellas and sailboats are available.•Year round children's programs offered at Camp WaterColor.•Unique dining experiences are available. Our Fish Out of Water restaurant featuring coastal cuisine with an Asian flare, overlooking the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. The Beach Club Grill offering fanciful poolside fare and libations with a spectacular view of the Gulf of Mexico. Casual family dining available at the BaitHouse Restaurant overlooking tranquil Western Lake (seasonal).•Our Fresh Daily Market provides necessities and niceties, fresh baked bread, pastries, and desserts daily.•Lake front marina with unlimited use of our kayaks, canoes, fishing poles, tackle and bikes available complimentary.•Award winning, beautifully manicured parks and miles of nature trail

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 4p
Check Out: 11a
Year of Last Renovation: 2002
Floors: 4
Rooms: 60
Non Smoking Rooms: 60
Handicap Rooms:
Suites: 3
Meeting Rooms: 5
Meeting Space: 4000 sq. feet
Banquet Space: Holds 120 people
Ownership: St. Joe Club & Resorts
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Per Contract
Nightly Parking: 0
Typical Group Deposit: 100%

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Breakfast in room
  • Charge for early check out
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Concierge service
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Dinner available
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Garage
  • Golf course on hotel grounds
  • Handicap accessible
  • Central heating
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Ironing facilities
  • Jacuzzi
  • Licensed bar
  • Mini bar
  • Movies in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Quiet location
  • Radio in room
  • Restaurant
  • Safe in rooms
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shop
  • Shower
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • Tennis court
  • Travellers cheques accepted
  • TV room
  • VCR or VCP
  • Voicemail

Airport & Shuttle Information

Fort Walton Beach 45 minsPanama City Beach 45 minsPensacola Airport 90 mins654-LIMO of Destin

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry, pets are not allowed.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: The Perfect Pig - Enjoy a hearty breakfast with options like bacon, eggs, and pancakes. Located 0.5 miles from WaterColor Inn & Resort.
  • Lunch: The Bay - A waterfront restaurant offering fresh seafood and stunning views. Located 2 miles from WaterColor Inn & Resort.
  • Dinner: The Red Bar - A popular local restaurant known for its live music and delicious seafood. Located 1 mile from WaterColor Inn & Resort.
  • Activity: Grayton Beach State Park - Explore the beautiful white sand beaches and nature trails. Located 3 miles from WaterColor Inn & Resort.

    • Day 2

  • Breakfast: Another Broken Egg Cafe - Start your day with a variety of breakfast options including omelettes and pancakes. Located 1 mile from WaterColor Inn & Resort.
  • Lunch: Chanticleer Eatery - Enjoy a casual lunch with options like sandwiches and salads. Located 0.8 miles from WaterColor Inn & Resort.
  • Dinner: Bud & Alley's - A beachfront restaurant serving delicious coastal cuisine. Located 1.5 miles from WaterColor Inn & Resort.
  • Activity: Seaside - Visit the iconic beach town known for its colorful houses and charming shops. Located 2.5 miles from WaterColor Inn & Resort.

    • Day 3

  • Breakfast: The Donut Hole - Indulge in freshly baked donuts and breakfast classics. Located 4 miles from WaterColor Inn & Resort.
  • Lunch: The Shrimp Shack - Try some delicious shrimp dishes at this local seafood joint. Located 3 miles from WaterColor Inn & Resort.
  • Dinner: Fish Out of Water - A fine dining restaurant offering a gourmet seafood menu. Located within WaterColor Inn & Resort.
  • Activity: Henderson Beach State Park - Relax on the pristine beaches and enjoy the nature trails. Located 10 miles from WaterColor Inn & Resort.

Previously known as:
Watercolor Inn & Resort a Noble House Resort, Watercolor Resort

People also viewed these hotels

More Details >
Exterior of Sandestin Village
Sandestin Village ~11.78 Miles away
More Details >
Exterior of Embassy Suites by Hilton Destin Miramar Beach
Embassy Suites by Hilton Destin Miramar Beach ~13.26 Miles away

FAQs about Watercolor Inn & Resort

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4p based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11a based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Watercolor Inn & Resort have?

There are 60 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Watercolor Inn & Resort?

Yes, they have 5 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

Can I get a AAA rate at Watercolor Inn & Resort?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Watercolor Inn & Resort?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

Is there a gym at Watercolor Inn & Resort?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Watercolor Inn & Resort?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property..

Testimonials:

Testimonials icon
"You helped me receive a bid from the hotel I specifically wanted to stay at, at a price 15% lower than my current reservation. Thanks!" R.D. - New York, NY

Learn More Check Rates