Surf & Sand Hotel - Free Hot Breakfast & Rentals

Hotels
8.5 (4429 reviews)
40 Fort Pickens Road , Pensacola Beach , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
7.08
Multiple reviews indicated issues with cleanliness and maintenance.
Service
9.55
Consistently positive comments on staff friendliness and service.
Location
9.59
Many reviews highlighted the great location close to the beach and attractions.
Room Quality
8.04
Some reviews mentioned outdated decor and cleanliness issues with rooms.
Amenities
8.57
Good amenities noted, especially beach access but some updates needed.
Value for Money
9.03
General comments indicate good value for the price paid.
Food and Beverage
7.08
Several reviews mentioned the breakfast options were lacking.
Overall Experience
9.05
Overall positive experiences, though cleanliness affected some stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 04:53

Property Description

Waterfront Location and Outdoor Pool

Located on Little Sabine Bay, our Pensacola hotel offers stunning waterfront views and a relaxing outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy the convenience of being just steps away from a private beach, perfect for soaking up the sun and taking a refreshing dip in the ocean.

Complimentary Breakfast and Recreational Activities

Start your day right with a delicious hot breakfast served daily. Each room is equipped with a microwave and refrigerator for added convenience. Guests can also take advantage of free paddle-boarding, beach bicycles, and kayaks to explore the beautiful surroundings.

Family-Friendly Amenities and Nearby Attractions

Our hotel provides a range of family-friendly amenities including a children's playground, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. Explore nearby attractions such as the Pensacola Beach Pier and the National Museum of Naval Aviation, all just a short distance away.

Book your stay at Surf & Sand Hotel now for a memorable beachfront experience.

Important information:

Guests must be at least 21 years or older to check-in.

Please note that parking is limited to 1 space per room during special events and peak season.

Guests who choose to pay in cash must pay an additional USD 100 refundable deposit, which will be returned at check-out pending a room inspection.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: PNS

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 16.13 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 4429 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.08
Service: 9.55
Location: 9.59
Room Quality: 8.04
Amenities: 8.57
Value for Money: 9.03
Food and Beverage: 7.08
Overall Experience: 9.05
M
Mary Ann couple us
10
Loved it!!
Pros:

The location, friendly and informative s5aff, and the view!!

Cons:

Really nothing!!

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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andry couple us
8
2026-05-23 via Nuitee
C
cowan couple us
10
Overall I’d stay again.
Pros:

Location and price

Cons:

The lady that answered the phone was rude. And one of the guys cleaning rooms was rude to my elderly aunt. Cut her off to get in his car.

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
G
González Travieso couple us
4
No me voy feliz con el local
Pros:

Me gustó la ubicación

Cons:

No hacen servicio de habitaciones , dicen q hay q avisar un día antes para q limpien las habitaciones en 4 noches q estuve no limpiaron la habitación ni un día

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
K
Kerstin couple at
7
Empfehlenswertes Hotel wenn man keine zu hohen Ansprüche hat
Pros:

Zentrale Lage große Zimmer, schöne Aussicht, sehr nette Dame am Frühstücksbuffet

Cons:

Keine Möglichkeit nasse Wäsche aufzuhängen, laute Klima und Lüftungsanlage, Frühstück für Europäische Gäste etwas Gewöhnungsbedürftig

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
J
Jose family_with_children us
9
Nice personal
Pros:

Nice place

Cons:

Good breakfast

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
H
Harrell family_with_children us
9
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
A
Alison couple au
5
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
T
travis solo_traveller us
10
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
T
Tammy couple us
1
Vert loud!
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The morning was very loud. Someone always pushing a cart by the door and. Very loud pushing in the elevator. Never got to sleep in. Noise always started around 7 am. Checked out 2 days early and was told i would be refunded but have yet to see it.

2026-05-21 via Nuitee
W
Walters family_with_children us
8
2026-05-20 via Nuitee
B
Brandon couple us
10
I would recommend this place. They are great.
Pros:

The breakfast was great, and clean. I believe she's the owner who helps do breakfast and you can tell she cares very much and is a great host with extremely friendly staff. I would highly recommend this anyone. Great with suggestions on food and entertainment.

Cons:

The only thing I could even say was if I was trying to be a critic would be the beds are a tad too soft for my taste but it still wasn't an issue.

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
R
Rob Matthews couple gb
10
Great location good value
Pros:

Great location 2 mins from all the main bars and restuarants

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
S
Sonya solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Breakfast, bicycles, kayaks all included. The pool area was beautiful. And of course the beach was spectacular across the street. So many exceptional places to eat close by.

Cons:

I didn't like that we only had two towels and had to go to the front desk to ask for more. And the floor was dirty and sticky.

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
M
Mabeline solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing everything was great

2026-05-17 via Nuitee
C
Cary solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Bed was too soft

2026-05-17 via Nuitee
S
Satish Reddy couple us
10
2026-05-17 via Nuitee
J
Juan Carlos Forgione couple ar
7
Solo para un dia de paso
Pros:

La atencion del personal y la ubicacion

Cons:

Es un poco viejo y las habitaciones dan al parking. Muy ruidoso

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
K
Kj extended_group us
10
Pros:

Loved this place! Staff are exceptional. Amazing breakfast. The pool and beach area are so fun! We loved everything about it! It was close to all of the fun things around. Perfect location

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
J
Julie solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

I loved how close it was to the beach and the beautiful setup on the bay was wonderful too.

2026-05-14 via Nuitee