Title: Gulf District Travel Guide: Best of Gulf District, Santa Rosa Beach Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Gulf District](https://expedia.co.uk/Gulf-District-Hotels.d553248635976471809.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Santa Rosa Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Santa-Rosa-Beach.d183118.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Santa Rosa Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Rosa-Beach.d183118.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Gulf District Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Gulf-District.d553248635976471809.Car-Hire-Guide)[Gulf District Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Gulf-District.d553248635976471809.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Gulf District Travel Guide ## Santa Rosa Beach ![High angle landscape view of beautiful beach with sand and clear turquoise water with coastal feature in Masinloc, Zambales, Philippines ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976471809/49c8337d-66b9-4cb3-878c-9b948bc173aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Gulf District Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Santa Rosa Beach travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Rosa-Beach.dx183118) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Downtown Destin Florida with Destin Bridge or William T. Marler Bridge connect Santa Rosa Island beach near Crab Island with busy speeding boats on turquoise water along Gulf of Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653511/861f05ce-284e-44a5-81a1-093edd1e65b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seaside Beach 5/5(4 reviews) Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Seaside Beach during your travels in Santa Rosa Beach? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Seaside-Beach-Santa-Rosa-Beach.d553248621532653511.Attraction) ![Pathway and sea oats on beach at Santa Rosa Island near Pensacola, Florida; Shutterstock ID 104491910; purchase_order: SP-1269 HA 2018 Batch 1; Order: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000426474/a96e8eab-0fab-483b-b7db-d4ebdec20242.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Blue-Mountain-Beach-Florida.d3000426474.Attraction) ![Grayton Beach State Park showing a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065719/bef00a69-79ce-43c9-ad80-6522601cc5c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Grayton Beach State Park Relax on pristine beaches, walk through tranquil forests and dine on local seafood when you visit this attractive beachside community. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Grayton-Beach-State-Park-Watercolor.d6065719.Attraction) ![Sunrise at Deer Lake - Seacrest Beach FL, Shutterstock ID 1063492796, Purchase Order: Wave 0 First Batch, Order Number: , Client/Licensee: Hotels.com / BEX, Other: Mixed Budget](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976496771/93651c5d-5862-49b6-b760-83edb8601380.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seacrest Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seacrest Beach during your trip to WaterSound Beach? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Seacrest-Beach-Panama-City.d553248635976496771.Attraction) ![SantaRosaBeach_30ABikeTrail_553248621532653510_02](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653510/427d757d-bee9-4d57-85d0-e87edcf1ef4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 30A Bike Trail Enjoy a trip to 30A Bike Trail and popular activities such as golfing in Santa Rosa Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/30A-Bike-Trail-Santa-Rosa-Beach.d553248621532653510.Attraction) ![500px Photo ID: 170153661 - Bright sun, blue skies, a few clouds, and green water.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976194776/54d6ef3b-3fa4-4138-ab7a-73fdc908142f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Seagrove-Beach-East-Seagrove-Beach.d553248635976194776.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Private 90 Minutes Fliteboard Efoil Lesson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49195403/09a2f1a1-a4b1-4118-9592-5022d768e235.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private 90 Minutes Fliteboard Efoil Lesson £241 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-90-minutes-fliteboard-efoil-lesson.a49195403.activity-details) [See all activities in Santa Rosa Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Rosa-Beach.d183118.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Gulf District ![Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45290000/45289300/45289201/704c1328_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach 220 Scenic Gulf Drive Miramar Beach FL £132 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Miramar Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,153 reviews) Excellent location, clean, great customer service, and walking distance to the beach Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=45289201&PinnedHotelID=45289201&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471809) ![Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9600000/9591800/9591782/cce2f859_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort 17255 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach FL Stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8/10 Very Good! (2,278 reviews) Room wasn't ready until 6:30PM. Hot tub was out of order. Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F04%2F2026&endDate=08%2F04%2F2026&selected=9591782&PinnedHotelID=9591782&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471809) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F04%2F2026&endDate=08%2F04%2F2026&selected=9591782&PinnedHotelID=9591782&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471809) ![The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15200000/15192500/15192425/4c7b7bb2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa 200 Henderson Resort Way Destin FL £352 25 Mar - 26 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Destin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews) Peaceful beautiful resort. Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F03%2F2026&endDate=26%2F03%2F2026&selected=15192425&PinnedHotelID=15192425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471809) ![Hampton Inn & Suites Panama City Beach-Beachfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17270000/17262400/17262390/444388aa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton Inn & Suites Panama City Beach-Beachfront 15505 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach FL £119 14 Apr - 15 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,499 reviews) Clean, comfortable, convenient. Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F04%2F2026&endDate=15%2F04%2F2026&selected=17262390&PinnedHotelID=17262390&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471809) ![Comfort Inn & Suites Destin near Henderson Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91490000/91489100/91489046/6f5625e7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Comfort Inn & Suites Destin near Henderson Beach 4401 COMMONS DRIVE EAST Destin FL £76 31 Mar - 1 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Destin. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (921 reviews) The room was clean and parking was convenient. Breakfast was not up to par. Each day, they ran out of items and waited until a few minutes before the end of the breakfast period to refill. Some of the items were never refilled. Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=91489046&PinnedHotelID=91489046&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471809) ![Beachside Resort Panama City Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/905000/904980/e31ce623_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beachside Resort Panama City Beach 21905 Front Beach Rd Panama City Beach FL £69 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (4,095 reviews) Pros: The views were beautiful and the staff was very friendly! And my room was very clean. Cons: I was on the third floor, and you only got a private balcony on the fourth floor on up. And could hear doors slamming from neighboring rooms constantly Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=904980&PinnedHotelID=904980&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471809) [See all 25,250 properties in Gulf District](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=25%2F03%2F2026&endDate=26%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976471809) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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It has the prettiest white sand and fun things to do! #LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183119/0571a8b9-48d1-422e-a014-6dfb7ed83436.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Beach District While there might not be top attractions in Beach District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Seaside Beach and Grayton Beach State Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Beach-District.dx553248635976482116) ![Seaside which includes a coastal town and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183119/cd77d373-abdd-4889-919c-5bcd5e98845f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Seaside Seaside is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Seaside Beach and Central Square. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Seaside.dx183119) ![Watercolor Seaside is my favorite beach in the South! It has the prettiest white sand and fun things to do! #LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183119/0571a8b9-48d1-422e-a014-6dfb7ed83436.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Watercolor While visiting Watercolor, you might make a stop by sights like Grayton Beach State Park and Seagrove Beach West. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Watercolor.dx553248635976471726) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cottage District When in Cottage District, you can plan a visit to Seaside Beach and Central Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Cottage-District.dx553248635976482506) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hammocks of Seagrove While Hammocks of Seagrove may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Seaside Beach and Central Square. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Hammocks-Of-Seagrove.dx553248635976480838) ![Fort Walton Beach which includes a sunset and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/156147/691999ec-be31-4710-80cc-b6711724df8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Seagrove Beach 5/5(1 area review) 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. 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