Hotel Effie Sandestin

We need your vote! Emerald Coast Magazine's 2024 Best of the Emerald Coast is back and we'd be honored for your votes in the following categories: Place to Catch a Sunset: Ara Rooftop Outdoor Bar: Ara Rooftop Staycation/Resort: Hotel Effie Event Venue: Hotel Effie Hotel: Hotel Effie Breakfast/Brunch: Ovide Chef: Juan Bochenski, Ovide Fine Dining: Ovide Most Romantic/Special Occasion: Ovide Full Service Spa: Spa Lilliana Place your votes now through Tuesday, April 30: https://bit.ly/BestOfEC24.

In honor of yesterday's Earth Day, we joined Sandestin's Earth Day Clean Up to do our part to keep our location litter-free. As part of our daily mission, we work to make your stay a true celebration of our surroundings.

🌎 We "go green" 365 days a year. In honor of Earth Month, we're pulling back the curtain on just a few of our sustainability initiatives to ensure your stay not only pampers you, but also leaves a positive impact on the planet: ✨ Responsible Sourcing: we source local products and foods, utilize cage-free eggs and sustainable seafood ✨ Waste & Recycling: we utilize kitchen oil recycling, and soap/toiletry donation hazardous waste programs ✨ Single-Use Plastics Elimination: we use compostable stirrers, cutlery and to-go food containers Proudly Green Key certified, we prioritize eco-friendly practices and are dedicated to being a conscientious and environmentally-friendly destination for our guests. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gq7vJGc9. #HotelEffie #EarthMonth 📸 @thechambraybunny

"At Hotel Effie, pets are an extension of the family and are welcomed on your vacation at the hotel. Dog guests receive a dog bed, a dog bowl, doggie bags, a toy, and treats from Einstein Pets. Please note a $250 tax exclusive fee per stay will be added to your folio, which does not apply to guide dogs or assistive dogs. The property also has an exclusive partnership with Goochie Poochie Doggie Resort & Spa and What’s Up Dog for off-site pet sitting. The hotel’s very own Director of Pet Services, Simba, is the heart and soul of Hotel Effie’s pet-friendly haven. Whether it’s a friendly tail wag, a comforting nuzzle, or a virtual paw of approval to ensure all four-legged guests feel at home, Simba embodies the spirit of hospitality and warmth that Hotel Effie stands for." (via Luxury Guide USA)

"Those who trek all the way to the Destin-FWB area are rewarded with more than 20 miles of white sand beaches and emerald green waters filled with all kinds of wonders. For beach access in Destin, check out access points such as James Lee Park, Henderson Beach State Park, and Norriego Point, which has shallow tide pools to explore. The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island offers live entertainment, fun eateries, and beach access." (via Eric Grossman/Thrillist)

We're pleased to announce that our very own Chef Juan Bochenski will be the featured chef at this year's South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival! Stop by to say "hello" when Chef Juan is onsite on April 27 & 28. From April 25–28, toast to 10+ years of wine and culinary excellence as Chef Juan prepares dishes to pair with world-class wine varietals and spirits. For details, visit: https://loom.ly/uIKIwtc

"We told you this area is a must for foodies! The South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival turns Grand Boulevard's Town Center in Miramar Beach into a food and wine lover's wonderland. Over 600 wines are featured, along with varied cuisines of local chefs. Pro tip: Taste anything created by Juan Bochenski, the executive chef at Ovide in Hotel Effie. Of course, live music and spirits other than wine will be available." (via Amy Albers/Wealth of Geeks)

"If you need a computer, most hotels have business offices you can use. When I stayed at Hotel Effie in Sandestin, it offered in-room tablets. Lodgings often host little free libraries. You could also branch out and talk to the people around you." (via Amy Albers/Wealth of Geeks)

"Experience Southern hospitality at its finest at Hotel Effie, featuring 250 guestrooms and suites, Spa Lilliana, Ovide fine dining, and a rooftop pool and lounge. Seamlessly connected to our conference centers, Hotel Effie sets a new standard of luxury." (via Convention South)

"For Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort®'s Hotel Effie, [resin artist Brendan Parker] was commissioned to supply more than 250 unique pieces ahead of its grand opening in early 2021. His custom works can be found in the lobby, conference center and the presidential suite. And each room features a print design created exclusively for Hotel Effie." (via Liesel Schmidt/Emerald Coast Magazine)