Beach Hotels in Pensacola Beach, FL

Each year, more than half a million people visit Pensacola Beach to relax on the sugar-white sands of Santa Rosa Island. Known for its beautiful beaches and waters, this barrier island is also home to Gulf Islands National Seashore and Fort Pickens you should definitely explore when staying at beach hotels in Pensacola Beach.

If time allows, make sure to take a day trip to the esteemed 30A area. This scenic part of the panhandle is home to exclusive beach communities including Seaside, Rosemary Beach and Watersound. Both sophisticated and stylish, you’ll find some of the best shopping and dining in northwest Florida here when staying at beach hotels in Pensacola Beach.

Take a dip in one of the pools at Rosemary Beach or Seaside Beach—these are some of the most beautiful pools around! They offer water slides and other fun activities like pool, volleyball and basketball courts so that kids can have fun while staying safe in shallow water areas near shorelines. If you don’t want to grapple with tourist traffic, rent some bikes and explore the area. Remember: you’re off the clock when staying at beach hotels in Pensacola Beach.

Be sure to visit the unique area known as Flora-Bama. Sharing the beach, this state line offers many activities for visitors to enjoy, including fishing, boating, swimming and biking and tons of beach bars. You’ll also find great shopping locales for souvenirs and other activities. If you're looking for a place to bring the kids, Johnson Beach is a great spot. This gorgeous, secluded beach is located at Fort Pickens and offers swimming and fishing opportunities for all ages and is a great excursion from most beach hotes in Pensacola Beach.

The long history of tourism at Pensacola Beach goes back to Spanish explorer Pánfilo de Narváez who established a settlement here in 1559. The name "Pensacola" comes from the Spanish word meaning “marshy place” or "grassy area."

Visit the National Naval Aviation Museum at Pensacola NAS to watch an air show or check out their collection of some 150 aircraft and thousands of artifacts relating to military history. But what really makes this destination special is its history. Fort Pickens was built by the U.S. Army during the Civil War to protect Pensacola Bay from Confederate forces who might attack from land or sea. It's one of the best preserved forts in America today!

The Fort Pickens Road area is a residential neighborhood that was established in the early 1900’s by military personnel stationed at nearby Fort Pickens. The homes here are made from traditional materials such as wood and brick and feature Spanish-style architecture with wrought-iron accents. This area also has a lot to offer visitors on foot; there are many shops and restaurants located within walking distance.

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