Pelican Beach Resort

The Pelican Beach Resort sits upon the shimmering sugar white shore overlooking the glowing jewel toned waters of the gulf. Besides the beautiful beach, this Destin resort boasts having three sparkling swimming pools and a fourth one that is kid friendly. One long curvy pool with an expansive palm-studded patio faces the gorgeous gulf. A classic gulf front Tiki Hut Bar provides tropical drinks and savory snacks for enjoyment poolside or on the beach. Another pool is located on a raised sunny terrace overlooking a beautiful lagoon while the third is an indoor pool with a partition of glass providing light and views of a connecting outdoor pool. There is also an enchanting chic but casual coastal café nearby for breakfast and lunch. A small charming market on site has beach picnic provisions including cold drinks, sandwiches, bakery items and treats. There are two simmering hot tubs near the pools for soothing relaxation, and one of them is self-contained in a beachside pergola near the Tiki Hut Bar. The Pelican Beach Resort also has tennis courts, a fitness center, outdoor gas grills, and an arcade room.

Besides having such abundant amenities the Pelican Beach Resort also has an excellent central Destin location. It is conveniently close to grocery stores, restaurants, friendly bars, wine outlets and, just a few minutes away from all the local action at Destin's Harborwalk Village.  This exciting harbor front village on the marina features a wide array of restaurants, rollicking bars, specialty shops, abundant amusements for kids along with those who are young at heart, fun seasonal festivals with fabulous fireworks and free musical concerts. Ocean Reef Resorts guests enjoy complimentary reduced rates for recreational water rentals, pontoon boats, pirate ship adventures and dolphin sunset cruises on the docks of Harborwalk Village. However, you may have a hard time leaving the lush tropical grounds of Pelican Resort itself after you arrive since there is so much fun to be had here.