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WaterColor Inn & Resort

4.0 star property
Family fun on the beach, with 10 outdoor pools, near Grayton Beach State Park

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10 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View Guest Room 3rd Floor) | Terrace/patio
Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View Guest Room 3rd Floor) | Terrace/patio
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; southern cuisine
10 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
WaterColor Inn & Resort sits perfectly positioned between Seaside Beach and Grayton Beach State Park. Travelers spend days on beautiful white sand beaches, enjoy authentic southern dishes at three distinct restaurants, and sip refreshing drinks at the property's poolside bars.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is €560
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Room options

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

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

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Terrace/patio

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Beachfront Dune View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed

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

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

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View Guest Room 3rd Floor) | Terrace/patio

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

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

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Located on the beach, WaterColor Inn & Resort is in Watercolor, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside Beach. Blue Mountain Beach and Seacrest Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Explore all the area has to offer with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
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Map
34 Golden Rod Circle, Santa Rosa Beach, FL, 32459

What's nearby

  • Grayton Beach State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seaside Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 14 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Seacrest Beach - 17 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pickles - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Red Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Black Bear Bread Company - ‬11 min walk

About this property

WaterColor Inn & Resort

Upscale family-friendly resort renovated in 2022 and located near Grayton Beach State Park
Located close to Seaside Beach, WaterColor Inn & Resort provides 3 poolside bars, shopping on-site and a playground. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining and sunloungers, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and southern cuisine. Enjoy on-site activities, such as fishing, hiking/biking and basketball. Dry cleaning/laundry services and 3 bars are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 10 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with a lazy river, a waterslide and cabanas
  • Free self-parking and valet parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and 5 outdoor tennis courts
  • A free beach club on-site, luggage storage and wedding services
Room features
All 67 rooms include comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, separate sitting areas and fridges

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11 AM for a fee: USD 12 to 21 per person
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 poolside bars
  • 3 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Beach Cow
  • Costa Chica
  • Fish Out of Water
  • Gather Kitchen + Bar
  • WaterColor Grill

Things to do

  • 10 outdoor pools
  • 5 outdoor tennis courts
  • Basketball
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Free beach club
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Paddleboard
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 10 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Playground
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the beach
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2002
  • Renovated entire property - March 2022
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 61.6 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach towels
  • Concierge service
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Pool access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 21 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

WaterColor Inn & Resort
WaterColor Inn & Resort Santa Rosa Beach
WaterColor Santa Rosa Beach
Water Color Hotel
Watercolor Hotel Santa Rosa Beach
WaterColor Inn And Resort Florida/Santa Rosa Beach
WaterColor Inn Resort Santa Rosa Beach
WaterColor Inn Resort
WaterColor Inn Resort
WaterColor Inn & Resort Resort
WaterColor Inn & Resort Santa Rosa Beach
WaterColor Inn & Resort Resort Santa Rosa Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does WaterColor Inn & Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has 10 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at WaterColor Inn & Resort?

As of 13 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WaterColor Inn & Resort on 1 Nov 2025 start from €506.61, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is WaterColor Inn & Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at WaterColor Inn & Resort?

Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at WaterColor Inn & Resort?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at WaterColor Inn & Resort?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is WaterColor Inn & Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Watercolor resort is within a 10-minute walk of Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside Beach. Blue Mountain Beach and Seacrest Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

WaterColor Inn & Resort Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 204 out of 256 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 256 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 256 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 256 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 256 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful pool area and great service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent, friendly, and very accommodating
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, beautiful location and perfect room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ganna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time at Watercolor Inn, and we loved it. Everyone is very nice and friendly. There are lots of activities for a great family time, and the place is easily accessible. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness
Ended up here due to a vrbo mishap in booking. Stayed on the fourth floor and was beside a family with a screaming baby for two days. The walls were paper thin and you could hear every person who traveled past the front door. Also, our unit was above the Inn’s pool, which had screaming children starting early in the morning. The location was extremely convenient to where we were originally supposed to stay, so that was a plus. In addition, they did have fresh baked treats waiting in our room once I was able to check in at 4:20 – 4:30 PM. other than the location, there is nothing that would make me stay here again for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at the Inn is great because you have your own pool just for Inn guests--all other pools are INSANELY and obnoxiously crowded. So if you are staying on property at a house, not at the Inn, good luck with enjoying the pool. Staying at the Inn, however, was very low key and enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Randy and Brandon were very helpful and great customer service!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Private beach access! Treat sweet we’re great too!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, great location, lots of shops and restaurants in the area and the beaches are amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible hotel stay! I don't believe we have ever had a better stay at any hotel. The newly remodeled Watercolor Inn is beautiful - everything is brand new, including the attached restaurant, Fish Out Of Water. All personnel were friendly and helpful. Room service personnel brought freshly-baked cookies every evening. Pool is wonderful. Location is very good, being a short walk to Seaside. We will never stay anywhere else on 30A.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place and would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great time. Biggest and really only criticism is that the beach is overcome with tight umbrella and beach chair setups. Feels like a money grab. Only front row can see the ocean easily and no other options. For the cost of staying at the inn, it should include a couple chairs and umbrella at the beach as it's a beach resort. Ive been to many beach resorts at a lesser cost and this was the first time i experienced this. We came FOR this beach and spent no time on it. Too inconvenient and detracted from the beauty of it that was advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ranbir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, near seaside. Walked to restaurants, limited eating options.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The nicest place and beach we have been to in awhile
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfection

This was possibly the most welcoming and well appointed room we have experienced in all of our travels. Very comfortable bedding but the moment we walked in, we were wowed. Only booked a standard room so didn’t expect the amenities, roominess, convenient hooks around the room which were incorporated into the lovely decor. Welcome basket of treats and a Treat Suite on each floor were a nice touch. Everything was conveniently located and a great spot to walk to Seaside to explore. Just loved the Watercolor Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, laid back area with all the amenities and easy access to shopping and dining options!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff, great location.

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Fantastic service, good location and great views
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly . Hotel lobby is a bit dated but the rooms are clean and have wood floors and a large bathroom. The view from the room was a gorgeous ocean view from a balcony with 2 high adorondeck chairs. Very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice

Great facility! Lots to do, clean, friendly…….
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Randy and team were so helpful and friendly!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Winter getaway on the Emerald Coast

Great location, simply wonderful staff. Weather a bit cool, noisy construction nearby, however the exceptional staff more than made up for at every possible opportunity. They have our sincere appreciation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

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