Gulf Trace Travel Guide
Santa Rosa Beach
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Popular places to visit
Seaside Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Seaside Beach, a popular beach in Santa Rosa Beach. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Blue Mountain Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Blue Mountain Beach during your travels in Blue Mountain Beach? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Grayton Beach State Park
Relax on pristine beaches, walk through tranquil forests and dine on local seafood when you visit this attractive beachside community.
Seacrest Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seacrest Beach during your trip to WaterSound Beach?
Seagrove Beach East
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seagrove Beach East during your trip to Santa Rosa Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
30A Bike Trail
Enjoy a trip to 30A Bike Trail and popular activities such as golfing in Santa Rosa Beach. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its lively bars.
Things to do
Sandestin Fireworks Cruise Aboard Sol y Luna
Guided Sunset and Eco Tour Non Private in Destin, FL
Top hotels in Gulf Trace
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
"Comfortable well decorated unit. Tv options should be simplified to 1 tv remote system like hotels have."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Beachside Resort Panama City Beach
"Was a very nice place to stay with easy access to the beach. Staff was super friendly and extremely helpful."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort
"The air wouldn’t stay on so the room got warm pretty fast, therefore sleeping was uncomfortable. There were a few random critters in the room. One was a spider crawling on me the first night we arrived. I was headed to bed so that was alarming. Overall the view was beautiful and the stay was ok! ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin at Grand Boulevard
"Overall, this was a pleasant place to stay. The pool and hot tub were enjoyable and well maintained. One concern that appeared to be shared by several guests was the wait time for the elevator, which could be quite lengthy at times. Additionally, the room would benefit from improved lighting, as ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
"Wonderful staff clean rooms short walk to the beach but they will drive you most of the way in the golf cart during hours"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa
"Great location for beaches."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Gulf Trace
Seagrove Beach
Seagrove Beach is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Seaside Beach or Seagrove Beach East.
Seaside
Seaside is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Seaside Beach and Central Square.
Watercolor
While visiting Watercolor, you might make a stop by sights like Grayton Beach State Park and Seagrove Beach West.
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.
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.
