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The Palms of Destin by Compass Resorts

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, 9-minute walk to Destin Beaches

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2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Classic Condo, 2 Bedrooms | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace
Panoramic Condo, 3 Bedrooms | Living room | 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Family Condo, 2 Bedrooms | Balcony
Deluxe Condo, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
The Palms of Destin by Compass Resorts, near Destin's beautiful beaches, offers relaxation and family fun. Guests enjoy two outdoor pools, an on-site coffee shop, a playground, in-room WiFi, and helpful multilingual staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Family Condo, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Family Condo, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 84 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

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Panoramic Condo, 3 Bedrooms | Exterior

Panoramic Condo, 3 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 130 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Signature Condo, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Signature Condo, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 102 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Classic Condo, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Classic Condo, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 103 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Condo, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Deluxe Condo, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Comfort Condo, 2 Bedrooms | Exterior

Comfort Condo, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 102 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Condo, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Standard Condo, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
4203 Indian Bayou Trail, Destin, FL, 32541

What's nearby

  • Morgan Sports Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Destin Beaches - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Henderson Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Back Porch - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fudpuckers Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Wendy’s - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire place to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Palms of Destin by Compass Resorts

Hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, 9-minute walk to Destin Beaches
Along with 2 outdoor pools, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a children's pool, a convenience store, and multilingual staff assistance.
The Palms of Destin by Compass Resorts offers 45 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodations at this 4-star hotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool.

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

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Property amenities

Activities nearby

  • Beach

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 for adults, and USD 7 to 9 for children

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Palms of Destin by Compass Resorts have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is The Palms of Destin by Compass Resorts pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Palms of Destin by Compass Resorts?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Palms of Destin by Compass Resorts?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Palms of Destin by Compass Resorts?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Palms of Destin by Compass Resorts located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Henderson Beach State Park and Destin Beaches. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Miramar Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Palms of Destin by Compass Resorts Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 69 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location, everything was clean, the staff was friendly. Well worth every penny
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Vincent

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

Great Location

The property was in great proximity to everything and had its own amenities. Since parts of it are a little dated, but it’s a solid property overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay and amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Riddhi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kids friendly and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Saúl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
is exelent place hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Asbsbd
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

2/10 Terrible

OSVALDO, MIDLOTHIAN

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The need a pest control on unit 1109 before start renting it
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Construction

There was some sort of construction going on somewhere near my condo. Sounded like it was next door. Scraping, banging and drilling. All day long starting at 8 am.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was extremely clean and the staff was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Tyneshia, Birmingham

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property and the room was clean and spacious
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

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

Wonderful stay!

My adult daughters and I took a "girls trip" to Destin & stayed at The Palms for five days. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay while there. The condo was nicely furnished and comfortable. The pool was great (although a little cold). The bar/coffee shop was conveniently located and easily accessible from the pool. It was also centrally located in Destin and easy to get around. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alen

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

Oasis on the gulf

The Palms Resort is really beautiful, well kept for the most part and close to pretty much all the great places in Destin. Amazing pool, asthetically pleasing design and helpful, friendly staff. The unit was just right, with a beautiful gulf and pool view. Just a little oasis in the sky. Very much enjoyed myself there. Only suggestion I have is to upgrade the couch, as the springs were worn out. Other than that, great kitchen and showers, very comfortable bed, clean with no bad smells. A great place to make your home away from home. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

FERNANDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delicious food, good location, nice and clean pool, good staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

sarah

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

Excellent!!!

It was great!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i enjoyed the place which I chose due to it being close to henderson state park beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent Services

It was amazing experience definitely will book again in the future
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
It was a nice stay. Only issue was the last night we had to deal with the above people blasting music all night until about 4/5 am. The Curtains wasn’t clean they was very Dirty. It was really crowned so we didn’t enjoy the Pool. Also, I didn’t like that none of the Staff had on a Mask. Anywho it’s a Must that you eat Breakfast at the Pancakery this place made me enjoy being in Destin.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
There were baby roaches in the dish washer, very disappointing and nasty.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Room was nice but so called resort was not so nice

I don’t usually review.. our specific room 2217 was nice big and clean.. 3 bedroom 2 bath... I was not impressed with the “resort” itself.. all this was a big run down hotel.. it appeared outdated .. carpets in the main hallway were so stained and soiled ..customer service was nice and they had a big work out room.. the “resort” is across the street from the ocean and you have to shuttle to beach which we knew before.. I read where people complained of walking from garage which is directly right next door was not a problem for us.. Overall, our room was clean but we will not be staying here again... I gave decent rating but it just wasn’t where I would want to vacation in Destin with so many better options ..
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

andrew

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice condo for families

Nice place for families with kids. Best pool in Destin. Price is right as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

ADRIANCARPIO, INDIANPOLIS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort kept in very good condition, good price point, very clean, carpet in my room a little old but again good for price point, not much staff but everything was available
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Erkin

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

we will come back

Nice place! Nice bar!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

John

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

Locked Out

We had to wait about 2 hours because the locks on our doors would not work. Maintenance finally fixed them the next day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

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

Great first time to Destin

The palms is beautiful! Our first time staying here. It's like an all inclusive resort minus the inclusive! Lol The pool is great! It's huge, even when "packed" it still wasnt too crowded. We did not walk to the beach. It is across a busy road, so we drove. The beach directly across from the hotel was very crowded and trashy. People left trash everywhere, nothing like I've ever seen.We drove down the road to Henderson state park and it was great and worth the $6! We were also there over labor day weekend, so that’s probably why it was so crowded. The balconies in our room were excellent as well. Our unit was comfortable for the 6 of us. The band each night was also a plus! There are plenty of good food choices around too, we had merlins pizza delievered and it was excellent! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Princess78, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room was nice but the Tv in the living room area we could not get the Tv to change channel. Instructions were available to operate the remote but you could only turn the tv on or off and operate the volume. The tv’s in the bedroom worked just fine. The resort was very nice but I wish I had asked was this resort on the beach because we were looking to stay on the beach. So I don’t think we will stay here again. We would gave rather been on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

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