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Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property

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Private beach nearby, white sand, free beach shuttle, beach towels
Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Lobby sitting area
Lobby
Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1 Grand Sandestin Boulevard, Miramar Beach, FL, 32550
  • Baytowne Wharf
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Grand Boulevard at Sandestin
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 43 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • 39 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • 43 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 39 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 43 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Resort View

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Resort View

  • 81 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Resort View

  • 39 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Resort View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 43 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, iPad

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Resort View

  • 51 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Resort View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Resort View

  • 81 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Grand Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View (Balcony)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Grand Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View (Balcony)

  • 42 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Bay View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Bay View

  • 43 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Resort View (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Resort View (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 81 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Resort View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, iPad

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Resort View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • 51 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View (Balcony)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View (Balcony)

  • 39 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Miramar Beach

When you stay at Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection in Miramar Beach, you'll be in a shopping district, within a 5-minute drive of Grand Boulevard at Sandestin and Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. .This golf hotel is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Miramar Beach and 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Santa Rosa Beach.

What's nearby

  • Baytowne Wharf - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Grand Boulevard at Sandestin - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Silver Sands Premium Outlets - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Miramar Beach - 6 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪LandShark Bar & Grill - Miramar Beach - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cantina Laredo Modern Mexican - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Craft Bar - Grand Boulevard - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Slick Lips Seafood & Oyster House - ‬8 min walk
  • Dude & Meatball's

About this property

Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection

Luxury hotel with a marina and a full-service spa
Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection offers 250 air-conditioned accommodations with iPads and espresso makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Miramar Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include safes and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can play rounds at the 36-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including 4 outdoor tennis courts, a marina, and complimentary bicycles. In addition to an outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 10 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 250 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPads and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You can get some exercise with a round of golf or enjoy a lazy day at the private beach. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Getting to the surf and sand is a breeze with the complimentary beach shuttle.
Grab a bite to eat at Ovide, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the beach bar or the poolside bar. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Miramar Beach? This hotel has 20000 square feet (1858 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 10 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Ovide - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Ara - This rooftop bar serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Open daily.
Sweetbay Coffee - Onsite brasserie. Open daily.
The Lobby Bar - Onsite cocktail bar. Open daily.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Parking on site (USD 25 per day)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 32 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Ara
  • Ovide
  • Sweetbay Coffee
  • The Lobby Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pickleball courts
  • 24-hour gym
  • 36-hole golf course
  • 4 outdoor tennis courts
  • Bicycle tours
  • Boat and paddles
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain biking
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Tennis lessons
  • Water skiing
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (20,000 square foot of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • In a nature reserve
  • Marina
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • 10 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in room
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift (94 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (100 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Hulu
  • IPad
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 250 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 50.40 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 50 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 25 per day
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 32 per day
  • Pet deposit: USD 250 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 735 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Incredibly disappointed and dissatisfied with the service when we checked in, we didn’t receive the room that was advertised even when I called ahead to make sure we would have a couch as shown in pictures. When we got to the room and noticed no couch I called down to the front desk and let them know the pictures showed a couch in the Expedia app as well as the Bonvoy app and the description of the room noted a couch. The manager I spoke with told me maybe I should check with Expedia to update their photos which really irritated me further. He didn’t offer any kind of compensation other than a $50 resort fee credit. I will be speaking with another manager about this frustrating experience, but at this time I’d never want to stay here now knowing how awful of an experience it was paying for a room that we didn’t even get.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the good and beach very much!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Shelley

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

George H

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful as always, staff is also always very helpful and polite!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Founa

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ok! Nice hotel overall but wouldn’t really say it was worth the price. Spa on the other hand was lovely! Will definitely be returning for the spa.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very classy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Melania

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Everything
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Josh

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Not mad, but won’t be returning.

Check in and rooms were nice. Restaurant and coffee spot were both eh. Food was cold twice. Bartender was doubling as host and server, so he forgot about our drinks. Overall okay, just expected much better from a nice hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Randy

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous landscaping amid twisting, spanish moss dripping live osks, the Effie was outstandibgly welcoming. The staff was remarkably friendly and aimed to please in every situation from arrival each time we left the sight to our final departure, we felt like family. The Baytown Wharf had much to offer from live music to a plethora of restaurant chouces and shopping just a short walk from Effie Hotel. The shuttle service to and from the beach was fantastic as no long waits were necessary. Golf and bike riding were pluses enjoyed by our teens as well as the rooftop pool. Though we didn't dine at the Effie, the restaurant was very inviting with live flowers on the tables, entryway of the hotel, and in the lobby. We WILL return.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

S, bellaire

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Horrible check in . Waited an hr . Was told “ theres 1 house keeper for the whole floor /?? hotel and we are fully booked “ waited in the lobby . Literally had to walk around to find some water to drink . Arrived super tired after a long drive . More like a 1-2 star welcome experience. Less than average . Would rate it overall 5/10 . Pple who came in after us were checked in , i dont know if it was due to the balcony room . Its not like i booked this place last minute maybe 1-2 weeks before . The lady was apologetic did give me a keycard 30 mins into the wait then the other check in lady seemed to have said something and then she took it back and gave us a lower floor cos it was quicker . Please ensure rooms are ready if you have guests arriving would be my suggestion. beach is a drive away but theres a shuttle . We just drove , super crowded beaches ,like thousands cos it was spring break . 1 restaurant. Its one of those half baked so called 5 star Marriott experiences which is an average 5/10 if youre used to international 5 star hotels .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefani

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome place! Definitely recommend!

This hotel is fantastic. The staff are always polite and easy to approach. The hotel itself smells awesome and looks fab! We definitely recommend to everyone that inquires from us on where to stay when in the area. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth, Miami

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only missed that the chocolate chip cookies are being served much later than before.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ravonne

Travelled with family
Enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent! The staff, the help we received if we had a question, drinks, dining options, comfy beds. The only small issue is that the WiFi was not working well enough for everyone to use.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025