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A grey sofa with three cushions in different colors, a white cushion, and a book on the left side.

A golf course with a large lake, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

1. Hyatt House Destin

0.7 mi from James Lee Beach

Theresa

£86

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A beachfront property with a large building, sandy beach, and ocean.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, ceiling fans, and decorative lighting.

A hotel with a pool area, palm trees, and lounge chairs.

A hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

2. The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa

Crystal Beach, 1 mi from James Lee Beach

HUMBERTO DE

£280

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern building with a covered outdoor seating area, stone walls, and large windows.

A hotel pool area with a stone wall, a blue water feature, and a flag.

A modern hotel lobby with a mix of seating areas, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a dining area in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

3. Hilton Garden Inn Destin Commons

1.2 mi from James Lee Beach

Flavious E

£86

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mix of yellow and grey seating.

A spacious living area with a large window, a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden wall, and a variety of seating options including a blue sofa, two armchairs, and a yellow armchair.

4. Comfort Inn & Suites Destin near Henderson Beach

1.2 mi from James Lee Beach

Isis

£58

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a large wooden reception desk, multiple bar stools, a coffee station, and a flat-screen TV.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a view of the surrounding greenery.

A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by blue walls and a tiled floor. There are lounge chairs and a window with a view of greenery outside.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Destin

1.9 mi from James Lee Beach

laura

£94

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A hotel room with a large mirror, a blue sofa, a bed, a desk, and a window with a view.

A modern lobby with seating, large windows, and a view of the outside.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a blue abstract wall art, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a food display.

A modern, well-lit cafe with a long counter, several tables, and chairs.

6. Holiday Inn Express Destin E - Commons Mall area by IHG

Crystal Beach, 0.8 mi from James Lee Beach

Bryan

£82

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a refrigerator stocked with snacks, and a staircase.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Spark by Hilton' sign.

A lobby with a staircase, orange chairs, a reception desk, and a green wall with a 'spark' sign.

7. Spark by Hilton Destin

1.1 mi from James Lee Beach

Tiffany

£64

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with blue sofas, wooden tables, and a mix of seating options including chairs and ottomans.

A modern breakfast area with a large island and bar stools, featuring a sign that reads "TOP 1 BREAKFAST".

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a heater, and a window with a city view.

A modern hotel with a blue and grey facade, large windows, and a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign.

8. Tru By Hilton Destin

2 mi from James Lee Beach

Tan KHANH

£80

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a striped carpet, a waiting area with a sofa, and a hallway leading to other rooms.

A small kitchenette with a microwave, stove, sink, and cabinets.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, dresser, and a framed picture on the wall.

A Stay America hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a parking lot.

9. Extended Stay America Select Suites - Destin - US 98 - Emerald Coast Pkwy.

1 mi from James Lee Beach

Ackema

£59

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

A beachside restaurant named Whale's Tail with a wooden boardwalk leading to it.

A spacious living room with a beige sofa, a blue armchair, and a wooden coffee table.

10. Woodland Shores 37: Steps to Beach, 2 Pools + Free Attraction Tickets!

1.7 mi from James Lee Beach

£449

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a large island with bar stools.

A modern hotel room with a living area featuring a sofa, coffee table, and a kitchen area with a counter and seating.

A multi-story hotel with a flat facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.

11. Drury Inn & Suites Destin Miramar Beach

3.4 mi from James Lee Beach

Kristian

£76

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A modern breakfast area with a counter, shelves labeled 'Good Morning' and 'Inspired Table', and a dining table with chairs.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a small table, a desk with a chair, a bathroom with a mirror, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

12. Home2 Suites By Hilton Santa Rosa Beach

7.6 mi from James Lee Beach

Juan

£69

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious living area with a black spiral staircase, wicker furniture, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a woven back panel, and a potted plant. There are two computer monitors, a telephone, and a small table with a plant.

A large, multi-story building with a central dome, surrounded by lush greenery and a marina with boats.

A pool area with red lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a building.

13. Hilton Grand Vacations Club in Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort

5.4 mi from James Lee Beach

Glenn

£165

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a ceiling fan.

A bedroom with a wooden desk, a chair, a bedside table with a lamp, a bed with a blue and white patterned blanket, and a window with curtains.

A teal-walled room with a black bookshelf labeled 'Relax,' a lamp, and a small potted plant.

A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave and refrigerator, a wooden countertop, and a sink.

14. Seaside Escape FL

11.7 mi from James Lee Beach

£118

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

A nighttime outdoor fire feature surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and a wall-mounted painting of a beach scene.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Hyatt Place' sign.

15. Hyatt Place Sandestin at Grand Boulevard

5.8 mi from James Lee Beach

Clark

£83

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area featuring a refrigerated display and a variety of beverages.

A modern hotel reception area with a curved wooden counter, a digital display, and a view of the lobby.

A modern lounge area with seating, a reception desk, and large windows offering a view.

A gym with exercise equipment, a TV, and a mirror.

16. Tru By Hilton Niceville, FL

8.5 mi from James Lee Beach

Geraldine

£66

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

A modern hotel lobby with a central island, seating arrangements, and a visible kitchen area.

A beach with white sand and a clear blue sea. There are three green umbrellas and chairs on the sand.

An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit surrounded by wooden chairs and a pergola structure in the background.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin at Grand Boulevard

5.6 mi from James Lee Beach

Racheal

£71

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A restaurant with red upholstered booths, a central bar area, and a kitchen in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a sofa, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A hotel room with a bed, a brown sofa, a small table, and a lamp. There are three framed pictures on the wall.

A Comfort Suites hotel with a well-lit entrance, a covered outdoor area, and a parking lot.

18. Comfort Suites Niceville Near Elgin Air Force Base

10.6 mi from James Lee Beach

Dawn

£73

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A modern hotel with a blue and beige facade, a covered entrance, and palm trees in front.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a blue sofa, a patterned rug, a small table, and a window with blinds.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Two electric vehicle charging stations with cables connected to them, set against a building with a blue and white facade.

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Niceville - Eglin Area by IHG

11.1 mi from James Lee Beach

Lehuanani

£78

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

An outdoor patio with two barbecue grills, a seating area with chairs, and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large window.

A modern hotel with a sign reading "Towneplace Suites by Marriott." It features a multi-story structure with a flat roof, large windows, and a well-maintained lawn with palm trees.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in oven, and a microwave.

20. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Miramar Beach Destin

3.9 mi from James Lee Beach

Lori

£75

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to James Lee Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hyatt House Destin	9.4 Exceptional 233 reviews	View
The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa	9.2 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Destin Commons	9.0 Wonderful 42 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Destin near Henderson Beach	8.8 Excellent 1,397 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Destin	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View

Top James Lee Beach Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Destin near Henderson Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Our room was very clean. The staff if friendly and helpful. The hotel is across from Henderson State Park Beach, which is a plus. Parking was plentiful and well lit. Breakfast items were eggs, sausage, juice, toast, coffee, yogurt, oatmeal, cereal, pastries and waffles. Will definitely stay here again on our next trip to Destin !"

Hyatt House Destin

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay"

Dreamy Oceanfront Penthouse: Indulge in Luxury Spa, Panoramic Views & Beach Fun!

10/10 Excellent

"We loved staying here. It was very clean, very well stocked, had a beautiful view, and the host was prompt in answering any questions. I’d definitely come back!!"

Sea Oats Motel

10/10 Excellent

"👍"

7 BR, Gulf Views, Across From Beach, Movie Theater, Pool/Spa, Discount Golf Cart

10/10 Excellent

"We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this beach house! The hosts were amazing from the very beginning. From the moment we booked the property, they were extremely responsive, helpful, and easy to communicate with anytime we had a question.The property was exactly as described and gave our entire family plenty of room to spread out and enjoy our stay. We especially loved having the beach access directly across the street, which made getting to and from the beach so convenient. The location was also fantastic—close to plenty of restaurants, attractions, and everything we wanted to enjoy during our trip.The game room and all of the games provided were a huge hit with our family! We also loved how well the property was designed for multiple families or groups. The game room and theater in the second house was very well soundproofed, you couldn’t hear the noise at all in the upstairs bedrooms.Another major plus was all of the beach amenities provided. They had beach towels and almost everything you could need for a day at the beach, which was such a thoughtful and convenient touch.We truly enjoyed our stay and would absolutely stay here again. We highly recommend this property and these wonderful hosts!"

🐬🐟 The Life Aquatic | Pool | Golf Cart | Rooftop Gulf Views | FREE Excursions ☀️

10/10 Excellent

"This was a very nice place and very well stocked with kitchen items and beach towels. We went with 6 couples and everyone had their own suite and bathroom. We loved the pool area and it was a super close walk to the beach. The only issues we found were with the ovens and griddle top but maintenance came quickly to resolve the issues. We only wish there had been more comfortable seating in the living room besides the couch. We would definitely come back again!"

Wow!!! Updated Beach front 4th top flr condo RIGHT on the beach

10/10 Excellent

"Your condo is the ultimate place to vacation . The balcony view of the ocean is amazing. The private beach is more than we could have imagined for early morning & late evening walks. We will definitely be plan to be back yearly. The white family"

Ocean View Home with Pool in Gated Community - 1 Min Walk to Ocean

10/10 Excellent

"Love the property and parking space. Andrew is awesome!"

Splash — Largest Private Resort-Style Pool in Destin

10/10 Excellent

"A"

Other attractions near James Lee Beach

A building with a red roof and white walls, palm trees, and parked cars.

Destin Commons

9.0/10 (1,674 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Destin Commons during your visit to Destin. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

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A Dollar Tree store with a blue roof and adjacent businesses.

Emerald Coast Centre

9.0/10 (217 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Emerald Coast Centre during your visit to Destin. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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A golf course with a pond, trees, and a fountain.

Emerald Bay Golf Club

8.4/10 (66 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Destin at Emerald Bay Golf Club. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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James Lee Park

8.4/10 (170 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at James Lee Park, a lovely green space in Destin. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Shore at Crystal Beach Park

Explore the great outdoors at Shore at Crystal Beach Park, a lovely green space in Destin.

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Regatta Bay Golf & Yacht Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Destin at Regatta Bay Golf & Yacht Club. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Club LA

Club LA is just one of the places to see in Destin, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Lulu's Destin

After visiting Lulu's Destin, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Destin. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around James Lee Beach?

James Lee Beach is located in Destin. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 853 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to James Lee Beach?

Adjacent to James Lee Beach, Sea Oats Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a private beach and an outdoor pool. Another good choice is Hyatt House Destin, located just 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

How many hotels will I find near James Lee Beach?

Expedia has 853 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from James Lee Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near James Lee Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals near James Lee Beach.

What can I see and do near James Lee Beach?

You can wander around James Lee Park, Shore at Crystal Beach Park or Morgan Sports Center if you want a dose of fresh air. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Destin Beaches, Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach. Fat Daddy's Arcade, Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation and The Track Family Recreation Center are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town.

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Our top choices for James Lee Beach hotels

1. Hyatt House Destin

2. The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa

3. Hilton Garden Inn Destin Commons

4. Comfort Inn & Suites Destin near Henderson Beach

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Destin

6. Holiday Inn Express Destin E - Commons Mall area by IHG

7. Spark by Hilton Destin

8. Tru By Hilton Destin

9. Extended Stay America Select Suites - Destin - US 98 - Emerald Coast Pkwy.

10. Woodland Shores 37: Steps to Beach, 2 Pools + Free Attraction Tickets!

11. Drury Inn & Suites Destin Miramar Beach

12. Home2 Suites By Hilton Santa Rosa Beach

13. Hilton Grand Vacations Club in Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort

14. Seaside Escape FL

15. Hyatt Place Sandestin at Grand Boulevard

16. Tru By Hilton Niceville, FL

17. Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin at Grand Boulevard

18. Comfort Suites Niceville Near Elgin Air Force Base

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Niceville - Eglin Area by IHG

20. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Miramar Beach Destin

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Top James Lee Beach Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Destin near Henderson Beach

Hyatt House Destin

Dreamy Oceanfront Penthouse: Indulge in Luxury Spa, Panoramic Views & Beach Fun!

Sea Oats Motel

7 BR, Gulf Views, Across From Beach, Movie Theater, Pool/Spa, Discount Golf Cart

🐬🐟 The Life Aquatic | Pool | Golf Cart | Rooftop Gulf Views | FREE Excursions ☀️

Wow!!! Updated Beach front 4th top flr condo RIGHT on the beach

Ocean View Home with Pool in Gated Community - 1 Min Walk to Ocean

Splash — Largest Private Resort-Style Pool in Destin

Other attractions near James Lee Beach

Destin Commons

Emerald Coast Centre

Emerald Bay Golf Club

James Lee Park

Shore at Crystal Beach Park

Regatta Bay Golf & Yacht Club

Club LA

Lulu's Destin

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