Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property
VIP Access

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Private beach nearby, white sand, free beach shuttle, beach towels
Lobby
Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
1 Grand Sandestin Boulevard, Miramar Beach, FL, 32550
  • Baytowne Wharf
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Grand Boulevard at Sandestin
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪45 min drive‬
VIP Access
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Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 43 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • 39 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • 43 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 39 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 43 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Resort View

  • 81 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Resort View

  • 39 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Resort View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 43 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Resort View

  • 51 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Resort View

  • 81 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Grand Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View (Balcony)

  • 42 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Bay View

  • 43 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Resort View (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 81 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Resort View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • 51 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View (Balcony)

  • 39 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection

Luxury hotel with marina and full-service spa
This smoke-free hotel features a marina, a full-service spa and a golf course. Free WiFi in public areas and a free beach shuttle are also provided. Additionally, an outdoor pool, a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection offers 250 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

This Miramar Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can play rounds at the 36-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including 4 outdoor tennis courts, a marina and complimentary bicycles. In addition to an outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The on-site spa has 10 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Baytowne Wharf. Features include free WiFi in public areas and a free beach shuttle, plus a full-service spa.
  • Free WiFi
  • Options for a bite to eat or a refreshing drink include a coffee shop, a restaurant, a beach bar and a poolside bar
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking and self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Treat yourself to body treatments, body scrubs or detox wraps at the spa
  • Services include a concierge, a porter and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a golf course, 4 outdoor tennis courts and a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Grand Boulevard at Sandestin and a few minutes from Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links
  • Free beach shuttle service
  • Pets welcome for a fee
A private beach is featured. Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection offers its guests a full-service spa, a golf course, and a marina. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre, 10 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces are available. Event space at this hotel measures 20000 square feet (1858 square metres) and includes a conference centre. An outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Miramar Beach hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Ovide – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Ara – This rooftop bar serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Open daily.
Sweetbay Coffee – On-site brasserie. Open daily.
The Lobby Bar – On-site cocktail bar. Open daily.
Late-night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key Global – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Parking on site (USD 25 per day)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 32 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Ara
  • Ovide
  • Sweetbay Coffee
  • The Lobby Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pickleball courts
  • 24-hour gym
  • 36-hole golf course
  • 4 outdoor tennis courts
  • Bicycle tours
  • Boat and paddles
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain biking
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Tennis lessons
  • Water skiing
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (20,000 square foot of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • In a nature reserve
  • Marina
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • 10 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in room
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (94 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (100 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 250 per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 50.40 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 50 per person
  • Self-parking fee: USD 25 per day
  • Valet parking fee: USD 32 per day
  • Pet deposit: USD 250 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
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.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 735 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 135 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1003 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Melania

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Everything
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Josh

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Not mad, but won’t be returning.

Check in and rooms were nice. Restaurant and coffee spot were both eh. Food was cold twice. Bartender was doubling as host and server, so he forgot about our drinks. Overall okay, just expected much better from a nice hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

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

6/10 Okay

Randy

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous landscaping amid twisting, spanish moss dripping live osks, the Effie was outstandibgly welcoming. The staff was remarkably friendly and aimed to please in every situation from arrival each time we left the sight to our final departure, we felt like family. The Baytown Wharf had much to offer from live music to a plethora of restaurant chouces and shopping just a short walk from Effie Hotel. The shuttle service to and from the beach was fantastic as no long waits were necessary. Golf and bike riding were pluses enjoyed by our teens as well as the rooftop pool. Though we didn't dine at the Effie, the restaurant was very inviting with live flowers on the tables, entryway of the hotel, and in the lobby. We WILL return.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

S, bellaire

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Horrible check in . Waited an hr . Was told “ theres 1 house keeper for the whole floor /?? hotel and we are fully booked “ waited in the lobby . Literally had to walk around to find some water to drink . Arrived super tired after a long drive . More like a 1-2 star welcome experience. Less than average . Would rate it overall 5/10 . Pple who came in after us were checked in , i dont know if it was due to the balcony room . Its not like i booked this place last minute maybe 1-2 weeks before . The lady was apologetic did give me a keycard 30 mins into the wait then the other check in lady seemed to have said something and then she took it back and gave us a lower floor cos it was quicker . Please ensure rooms are ready if you have guests arriving would be my suggestion. beach is a drive away but theres a shuttle . We just drove , super crowded beaches ,like thousands cos it was spring break . 1 restaurant. Its one of those half baked so called 5 star Marriott experiences which is an average 5/10 if youre used to international 5 star hotels .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

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

10/10 Excellent

Stefani

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

Awesome place! Definitely recommend!

This hotel is fantastic. The staff are always polite and easy to approach. The hotel itself smells awesome and looks fab! We definitely recommend to everyone that inquires from us on where to stay when in the area. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth, Miami

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only missed that the chocolate chip cookies are being served much later than before.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ravonne

Travelled with family
Enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent! The staff, the help we received if we had a question, drinks, dining options, comfy beds. The only small issue is that the WiFi was not working well enough for everyone to use.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

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

Amazing

Amazing hotel and service was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
5
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing property and the staff were great too. Will certainly come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon, Camden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay the the Effie was nothing short of amazing. The valet are courteous and efficient, the staff is knowledgeable and friendly. The rooms are beautiful and quite comfortable. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024