What's it like in Gulf Trace?

Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Santa Rosa Beach's Gulf Trace neighborhood. Consider a visit to Grayton Beach as part of your Gulf Trace travel plans.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Gulf Trace area?

Expedia has 43 hotels and other accommodations in Gulf Trace to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Rosa Beach area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Gulf Trace, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals in Gulf Trace.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Gulf Trace?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Gulf Trace, click here .

What is there to do around this Santa Rosa Beach neighborhood?

Grayton Beach is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Gulf Trace. Blue Mountain Beach and Grayton Beach State Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Rosa Beach.

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A courtyard with a wooden archway, pink flowering plants, and a white building with balconies.

1. Hibiscus Coffee & Guesthouse

Grayton Beach, 1.1 km from Gulf Trace

Breanna

￥26,944 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, green chairs, and striped cushions.

2. Home2 Suites By Hilton Santa Rosa Beach

11.7 km from Gulf Trace

Juan

￥14,433 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and a row of blue umbrellas.

3. WaterColor Inn & Resort

Watercolor, 3.3 km from Gulf Trace

Marissa

￥108,830 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

4. Tru By Hilton Santa Rosa Beach

Dune Allen Beach, 11.9 km from Gulf Trace

Giselle

￥10,789 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern interior with a kitchen area, dining space, and seating area.

5. The Lodge 30A

Seagrove Beach, 7.8 km from Gulf Trace

alan

￥23,815 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a central bar area.

6. Hyatt Place Sandestin at Grand Boulevard

14.5 km from Gulf Trace

Clark

￥16,770 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A house with a covered porch, a driveway, and a golf cart.

7. 30A Beach House - Saltwater Cottage

1.9 km from Gulf Trace

Ginny

￥186,328 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a black sofa, a coffee table, and artwork on the wall.

8. 30A Inn & Suites

Dune Allen Beach, 9.1 km from Gulf Trace

Kristy

￥20,610 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A multi-story hotel with a curved entrance, balconies, and a well-lit facade.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin at Grand Boulevard

14.8 km from Gulf Trace

Racheal

￥14,823 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a large window with a view of the outside.

10. Comfort Inn Miramar Beach-Destin

20 km from Gulf Trace

Mercedez

￥11,828 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, pendant lighting, and wooden bar stools.

11. Pinewood30A

6.7 km from Gulf Trace

Richard

￥51,082 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern hotel entrance with a prominent sign, a covered walkway, and a well-lit facade.

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Miramar Beach-Destin

20.8 km from Gulf Trace

Charmaine

￥14,893 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach.

13. Beachside Resort Panama City Beach

22.7 km from Gulf Trace

Matthew

￥10,773 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, lamp, artwork, and a television.

14. Best Western Niceville-Destin

28.5 km from Gulf Trace

Garry

￥12,653 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A hotel room with a grey sofa, a small white side table, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a lamp, and a bed with a mountain painting.

15. Spark by Hilton Destin

25.2 km from Gulf Trace

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￥13,365 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A beach chair with a blue umbrella on a sandy beach.

16. Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach

17.5 km from Gulf Trace

Leonard

￥15,745 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A beach with a clear view of the ocean, a sandy shore, and a wooden walkway leading to a building.

17. 30A Beach House - Dream by the Sea

Gulfview Heights, 4.4 km from Gulf Trace

￥414,574 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel with outdoor seating, a pool, and string lights.

18. Everhome Suites Panama City Beach - 30A

22.3 km from Gulf Trace

Willie

￥10,931 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinets, and a flat-screen TV.

19. Drury Inn & Suites Destin Miramar Beach

18.2 km from Gulf Trace

Kristian

￥15,852 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern reception desk with a wooden finish, a large crescent moon decoration, and pendant lighting.

20. Comfort Inn & Suites Destin near Henderson Beach

25.3 km from Gulf Trace

Isis

￥11,997 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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Where to stay in Gulf Trace

Find the best Gulf Trace areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach through a natural archway.

Seagrove Beach

On this shoreline on the Gulf of Mexico you’ll find a wonderful beachside hamlet and plenty of spots to play and relax.

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A coastal residential area with a prominent lookout tower, houses with varied architectural styles, and a clear view of the ocean.

Seaside

This unincorporated area on Florida's Panhandle boasts a Seaside Farmers Market and a picturesque interfaith chapel. Explore the town center and stroll along pedestrian alleys radiating from the heart of the community.

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A sandy beach with footprints leading to the water, a clear blue sky, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

Watercolor

While visiting Watercolor, you might make a stop by sights like Grayton Beach State Park and Seagrove Beach West.

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A sandy beach with green vegetation and ocean waves.

Grayton Beach

You'll enjoy the beaches and bars in Grayton Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Grayton Beach State Park or Grayton Beach.

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A beach with two wooden lounge chairs and a dark blue umbrella on the sand.

Blue Mountain Beach

If you're spending some time in Blue Mountain Beach, Blue Mountain Beach and Santa Rosa Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Gulf Trace Hotel Reviews

Beachside Resort Panama City Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room Comfy bed Excellent staff!"

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay! The staff were friendly and attentive, and I especially appreciated the variety of amenities, including the pools, outdoor spaces, gym, and games. The property was also within walking distance of a private beach, with complimentary chairs and umbrellas available, which made everything so convenient. Traveling with a toddler was incredibly easy because we rarely needed to leave the property. Having great food and everything we needed right on-site made it easy to relax, unwind, and enjoy our time together as a family. We had a wonderful stay and will definitely be coming back!"

Hyatt House Destin

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely Amazing Stay! Our stay at Hyatt House Destin was amazing from beginning to end! Everything was wonderful, and we truly enjoyed our time there. The hotel was comfortable, welcoming, and gave us exactly what we needed for a relaxing getaway. One of the things I especially loved was the location. Being conveniently close to James Lee Beach Access made it so easy to enjoy the beach without having to travel far. Overall, we had a wonderful experience and would definitely stay at Hyatt House Destin again. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great place to stay in Destin! 🏖️🌊🕶️"

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Our top choices for Gulf Trace hotels

1. Hibiscus Coffee & Guesthouse

2. Home2 Suites By Hilton Santa Rosa Beach

3. WaterColor Inn & Resort

4. Tru By Hilton Santa Rosa Beach

5. The Lodge 30A

6. Hyatt Place Sandestin at Grand Boulevard

7. 30A Beach House - Saltwater Cottage

8. 30A Inn & Suites

9. Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin at Grand Boulevard

10. Comfort Inn Miramar Beach-Destin

11. Pinewood30A

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Miramar Beach-Destin

13. Beachside Resort Panama City Beach

14. Best Western Niceville-Destin

15. Spark by Hilton Destin

16. Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach

17. 30A Beach House - Dream by the Sea

18. Everhome Suites Panama City Beach - 30A

19. Drury Inn & Suites Destin Miramar Beach

20. Comfort Inn & Suites Destin near Henderson Beach

Where to stay in Gulf Trace

Seagrove Beach

Seaside

Watercolor

Grayton Beach

Blue Mountain Beach

Top Gulf Trace Hotel Reviews

Beachside Resort Panama City Beach

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