Beachside Inn Guest Reviews
 The Destin Beachside Inn is in an excellant location-not on the beach, but from the pool and the restaurant's outside seating area, the ocean and beach is visible just across the road. There is a large opening between the two buildings across the road, allowing for the great view. The pool is awesome. Our friends and other family members were at a different place of stay, and they were amazed at the difference in the pools. Ours was very clean, two-level, with a hot-tub nearby. The location was close to restaurants and shopping, which proved convenient. The only negative I felt, was that the breakfast which was provided by the inn consisted of a danish or muffin, and a cup of coffee. This was not the type of meal my family and I desired, but may be suitable for many. The room was exceptionally clean. We chose for ours not to be disturbed during our stay, and only asked for wet towels to be exchanged for clean ones. Therefore I can't score the service of the room cleaners. The service from the front desk clerks was excellant. They were both friendly and helpful. Eunice even stood outside and chatted with me while she watered the plants one morning. I enjoyed our conversation. She and Donna both ensured that our stay was as pleasant as possible. I appreciate them both and hope to visit the Beachside Inn again someday-hopefully for a longer stay next time! Reviewed on Saturday, July 31, 2010 This was a nice quaint Motel. Location of course was probably the most favorable factor. The grounds were neat and well kept. The pool area was nice, however lounge chairs were very uncomfortable and limited in quantity. The room was rather large, with a very comfortable bed and good size T.V. However, I did not find it to be "plush" so to speak, validating the almost $200.00 per day for a week night stay "Off Season". The bathroom was not attractive or modernized at all, and the vanity area was limited as well, with only one sink and mirror, directly near the bathroom. I am well traveled, and a $200.00 per night room can be found on Daytona beach or Fort Lauderdale "directly on the beach" in reputable chains such as a Hilton, Mariot, or Sheratin, with much better accomodations inside, and throughout the hotel. So in this respect I was dissapointed.
If the room was maybe approximately $100.00 per night during the week, I would say it was great for that rate. However, in comparison to other stays on similar properties, I would not recommend it. Reviewed on Thursday, June 03, 2010The staff was very patient and courteous. The picture of the room on the web site is deceiving (can only speak of the one I was in); it was also a pet friendly room so not sure if that was a factor. The room was poorly maintained, really truly disappointing as I was looking forward to the tiles and the queen beds. I truly felt like I did not want to touch anything. I made a mistake of looking behind the bed to discover dog hair, dust and dirt that had obviously accumulated there for a long time. Just a poorly kept room.
The only plus, was the location...awesome...2 min walk before being beach side, left or right on the main drag for shopping or food. And again the staff was friendly and helpful.
I would return with a mop, broom and bleach for the location alone and if there was no where else to stay. Reviewed on Wednesday, May 05, 2010Oh, I am appalled by this. I am Eunice the Innkeeper and I have called an emergency meeting with all of my staff to address this below standard service. Our Inn has a wonderful reputation of friendliness and cleanliness but somehow we missed something here. My sincere apologies! I will personally do my utmost to insure this does not happen again. Response on Thursday, May 06, 2010Our room was comfortable and convenient to everything that was important to us, beach, pool, food, bar, and the strip was just around the corner, close enough to be a part of things but the Inn wasnt in the mix of things to bring chaos, very relaxing.
I wish that we didnt have to worry about painting all week, moving cars and avoiding scaffles. My husband hit his head on a lamp outside our door trying to avoid the painters. Also I asked for a smoking room and not one person mentioned that the establishment was no smoking. I didnt find out til after I checked in and I was told since I rquested a smoking room there was a table and ashtray outside my door. The only problem I couldnt get to it because several days I had painters in front of my door and I sat at my table and opened the window and puffed and got a letter highlighted that there would be a fine. Other than that everything and everyone is so incredibly nice down there. My husband was impressed and that takes a lot. We'll be back to Destin again someday I am sure. Reviewed on Thursday, April 15, 2010First and foremost the Beachside Inn is located in a great spot. When I rented the room for two nights, the front desk clerk informed me of a special they were running. I was happy to hear that and the room looked great as any hotel room might. When I slept in the bed which looked awesome and comfy, it was not. The bed enveloped me and was very bad for my back. In the morning I realized why there was a special.....the beep, beep, beep all morning of workers moving machines and there talking had me up early....not peaceful at all. Being there for the Grogg March on St. Patty's Day and enjoying the festival, waking up so early and my back aching was not worth the special that I received, which I was not told why there was a special....So in any event....was not a great stay at all.....Beds, matressess definitely need to be replaced. Reviewed on Thursday, March 25, 2010I am the manager of the Beachside and I am surprised at this review. Our mattresses are brand new "pillow tops", and we consistently receive "rave reviews". I have had several guests, one today in fact, ask me where they were purchased as they wanted to buy one for themselves. Unfortunately not all mattress types suit everyone.
As for the special that I ran for St. Patrick's weekend, this was spur of the moment special. I will frequently do this to fill up our hotel at the last moment. There was no other reason. Typically when offered such a generous discount, no questions are asked. St. Patrick's weekend also tends to be one of the "noisiest", other than the 4th of July, due to the celebrations all over town.
I am proud to be the manager of the Beachside Inn. Guest reviews are appreciated and serve as a wonderful tool to help maintain a standard of excellence. Response on Thursday, March 25, 2010Just down the block from the beach, the Destin Beachside Inn was perfect for us! The staff was very kind and helpful, the tile floors were great for the dogs and after a beach excursion. Everything was very clean, the tub was roomy and the beds were comfy. I will definitely stay there the next time i visit Destin.
However, I don't recommend, the overpriced, on property restaurant. Small plates, big prices, inedible food, bummer. Reviewed on Wednesday, March 03, 2010 |