Surf & Sand Hotel - Free Hot Breakfast & Rentals

Hotels
8.5 (4704 reviews)
40 Fort Pickens Road , Gulf Breeze , US

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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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Some reviews mentioned outdated decor and cleanliness issues with rooms.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 18 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 4704 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
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Lancey • couple • us
10
Great stay
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Toilet gets stuck and won’t stop flowing

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Met • couple • us
7
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Jermaine • couple • us
9
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Virginia • solo_traveller • us
10
Great stay for you and your fur babes!
Pros:

Within walking distance to the beach, shopping, dining, and nightlife. The staff is amazing, the rooms are clean, the beds and pillows are comfortable, they accept pets and the price is great considering the incredible location!

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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mariana • couple • ar
1
El peor hotel al que he ido en EEUU
Pros:

Lo único bueno es la ubicación

Cons:

Por empezar , la atención del personal es horrible , mal educadas y poco cortés la gente del front desk .
El hotel está sucio , descuidado, con olor a basura , áreas comunes con pis de perro , la pileta vacía , con basura en su interior . Una pocilga . Del baño de la habitación brotaba agua del inodoro , la ducha se inundaba … un asco .

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • family_with_children • fr
8
Pros:

La tranquillité, la chambre, la propreté

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Melania • family_with_children • ar
8
Muy cómodo a metros de la playa
Pros:

La ubicación es excelente, a pocos metros de la playa. El diseño y la decoración de la habitación me encantaron.

Cons:

El desayuno era simple. No había yogur ni té regular. La pileta estaba fuera de servicio por el huracán pero me habían avisado previamente.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Hannahlee • family_with_children • us
9
Great Location! Beach view
Pros:

Great location! The staff was super friendly. They’re recovering from the hurricane so some of the amenities are down but they still have AWESOME amenities
Go ride a bike and watch the bay!

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Johanna • couple • us
4
Disappointing
Pros:

Location; decent breakfast

Cons:

It is run-down. No working swimming pool. Awful analog (not digital) TV with no channel guide. Terrible shower head. This property does not live up to its billing.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Stacy • couple • us
10
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Mechelle • family_with_children • us
7
Pros:

Right across from the beach.

Cons:

Unfortunately the pool was down after the hurricane. But over all it was a nice place to stay, good breakfast, very nice cleaning staff, front desk clerks was very pleasant.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • extended_group • us
1
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Tony Lara • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

location/location/ location!

Cons:

poor breakfast

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Wayne • family_with_children • us
8
Was convenient for my family
Pros:

Great location

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Adriana • extended_group • us
7
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Smith • family_with_children • us
10
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • couple • us
8
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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christina • extended_group • us
3
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • family_with_children • us
9
Would stay again!
Pros:

Super friendly staff - very helpful. Perfect location! One block from public beach access and walking distance to multiple restaurants and shops.

Cons:

Only complaint would be the drain plug in our bathtub didn’t work so we couldn’t take a bath.

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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LUDWIN • extended_group • us
9
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee