Hotels in Pensacola Beach, FL

Crystal-clear emerald waters, white sand beaches and miles of rolling waves as far as the eye can see. An oceanside oasis, Pensacola Beach is a haven of fun and relaxation. Relax in the sun, enjoy fresh seafood and fish off the pier for a perfectly Floridian escape. Stay at the best hotels in Pensacola Florida to dip your toes in the sand and raise a glass to the perfect seaside retreat.  

Pensacola Beach’s National Naval Aviation Museum is alive with history and adventure. Each year, visitors by the hundreds of thousands marvel at our restored aircraft, authentic memorabilia and unique experiences on site or by exploring our digital collections and online exhibits. Here, you can explore more than 4,000 artifacts and over 150 restored aircraft representing Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard aviation and you can even watch the famous Blue Angels practice their perfectly timed arial dance overhead. From flight simulators to videos on a massive screen theater, you’ll feel like a pilot for the day at this must-see attraction.  

If you want to stay minutes from all the action, book one of our downtown Pensacola Beach hotels steps away from the city’s most popular attractions like Vince Whibbs Sr. Community Maritime Park. Found in the historic downtown district, this open-air park is a sprawling urban oasis on the waterfront featuring an amphitheater, playground, and unbeatable views of the Pensacola Bay. The 38,000 square foot space is also home to a variety of community events, concerts and fairs where you can take in the unique culture of Pensacola Beach.  

Downtown is also where you’ll find the Pensacola Museum of History, located in the historic three-story Mediterranean Revival architecture of the former Pensacola City Hall. Built 1907, the museum offers tours of exhibits dedicated to the region’s history. Nearby, the Pensacola Museum of Art boasts galleries and displays in an intimate space dedicated to celebrating the culture and work of local artists.  

With portside history dating back to the 1800s, Pensacola Beach’s famous history is on full display at the Pensacola Lighthouse and Maritime Museum. Climb the winding staircase to enjoy stunning views from atop the lighthouse over the shimmering Gulf Coast waters. Discover the lightkeeper’s secrets on a tour of the Richard C. Callaway Museum, a restored 1869 keeper’s quarters, where exhibits and artifacts from the past bring history to life.   

Make the most of the great outdoors and enviable weather by spending the afternoon (or a week) exploring Gulf Islands National Seashore. With more than 160 miles of pristine sugar sand beaches, the turquoise waters are ideal for swimming, fishing, kayaking and paddle boarding. These are also barrier islands, marshes, bayous, and unique marine habitat. Swim with sea turtles, take a tour boat and watch birds fly—there’s something here for everyone. Be sure to bring back a seashell to our top hotels in Pensacola Beach for the perfect memento of your seaside adventures.   

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