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You Should Stay Here!!!
- October 12, 2009
- Rated 5 of 5 by
chaslyn99 from Maryville, Tennessee
Not am I only say this becuase I am an employee of IHG, but this hotel has it all. And what you ask for from a hotel who has it all. NOTHING!!! We arrived a couple of hours before check-in. Not knowing if we could could check in or not, we went ahead and tried. At this time the front desk staff didnt know I was an emp. But I do have to tell you this they were as nice as they could be and offered me a free upgrade for being a PCR Member. The staff told us about the FREE DVD rental program, where to eat dinner and the way to the BEACH without us asking. When we arrived to our rm, we found it in prestine condition. More than enough towels, and lots of little extra amenities. And the view...AMAZING!!! I recieved a phone call from the front desk asking if everything was ok in our roo. I just thanked them. Each day we had a DND sign on our door. The housekeeping dept left a bag full of towels, TP, cups, coffee, shower stuff, etc...How thankful were we for all of that....
Everything is so close to this hotel. You have to eat at the Donut Hole while in Destin. YUM YUM... This hotel is very close to all kinds of shopping aswell. If you have children they have all types of things to do for them while you are on vacation. Please give them a shot and take a chance and stay here. I promise you wont be dissatisfied at all.
Great Family Vacation
- June 13, 2009
- Rated 4 of 5 by
a traveler from Travelocity.com
A great family hotel located directly on the beach. We booked this hotel knowing they place neon armbands on each guest. I found it to be a safely feature; it didn't bother us or interfere with our having a great time; several family resorts do this. The hotel is a typical Holiday Inn with comfy beds, loads of towels and clean rooms. The staff is excellent and goes above and beyond in trying to please its guests. I did not have younger kids but the hotel does have a great program for the younger set.
My kids are older teens and still loved being here. The free DVD rentals were a hit. The pools are well maintained and very nice. The deck overlooking the beach is really nice and the kids enjoyed the tiki hut sitting area. My boys would meet others in the arcade to play pool, video games and hang out. They rated it an eight or 9 on the scale and all agreed they want to come back.
The beach is simply fabulous! We had a partial view room overlooking the beach and enjoyed sitting on the balcony.
~Absolutely Satisfied!!!
- April 18, 2009
- Rated 5 of 5 by
a traveler from Travelocity.com
This was our 13th trip to Destin, Fl., and we have NEVER been more satisfied with overall service as we were with this hotel. I made frequent calls to the front desk, requesting toiletries, towels, or coffee...etc., and they ALWAYS delivered the items promptly and with a smile. The children's programs were AMAZING! My two sons and nephew never ran out of activities during our stay! A HUGE outdoor pool, indoor pool, game room, outdoor cafe, and the 'Little Buccaneers' program for children kept the boys busy. Breathtaking ocean views from our balcony were also a plus. We will DEFINITELY return!!!!
Functional
- March 24, 2009
- Rated 3 of 5 by
a traveler from Travelocity.com
We went Spring Break with 5 and 6 year olds. Because of online travel website , they upgraded us to the Kid Suite: enclosed bunk beds with TV and Playstation and DVD.
The rooms are kinda old but functional. When we first arrived some lamps didn't have bulbs and the toilet was constantly running. We called for maintenance and they handled it immediately. The coffee maker was slimy. The kid suite is a good functional design with microwave and fridge, wifi and privacy (given it's designed for parents and kids).
We thought that the staff could have been friendlier. Most times they wouldn't smile or greet us properly.
The spring breakers overran the hotel but they were under control. If you arrived on the beach before 11am you were assured a good spot.
Overall we were satisfied with the trip considering what we paid but I don't think we would consider staying at another Holiday Inn. This first experience made the difference.
Family first
- March 12, 2009
- Rated 5 of 5 by
a traveler from Travelocity.com
This hotel is great for families! Free is the flow in the hotel. Free ice cream and pop corn, free movie rentals, free area for kids to play and do arts and crafts. Kids eat free, too. My kids loved it here. Service was wonderful. Hotel was very clean. It was older, but well kept.