The Pensacola Beach Resort

4.0 star property
On beach with outdoor pool for sandy fun near Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Gulf Front)
Interior
Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Bay Front)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$342
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

Explore the area

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165 Fort Pickens Road, Pensacola Beach, FL, 32561
  • Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Casino Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Pensacola Beach Boardwalk
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bay View (Without Balcony)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Gulf Front)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View (Without Balcony)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Bay View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Gulf Front)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(75 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (Gulf Front)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bay View (Without Balcony)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View (Without Balcony)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Gulf Front)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(72 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Bay Front)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Gulf Front)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Pensacola Beach

At The Pensacola Beach Resort you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Pensacola Beach Beaches and within 15 minutes of Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Windrose, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find volleyball and surfing/body boarding, and enjoy the on-site pool loungers. 1672 square feet (155 square metres) of event facilities include 2 meeting rooms and conference space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .With a stay at this Villa Sabine hotel, you'll be 23.7 km (14.7 mi) from Pensacola Naval Air Station.

What's nearby

  • Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Casino Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pensacola Beach Boardwalk - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Quietwater Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Park West On-Leash Dog Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola Station - 24 min drive
  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crabs We Got 'em! - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Shaggy's Pensacola Beach - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sandshaker Lounge & Package - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bamboo Willie's Beachside Bar - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Pensacola Beach Resort

On beach with outdoor pool for sandy fun near Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Event space at this hotel measures 1672 square feet (155 square metres) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly The Pensacola Beach Resort. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Self parking is free.

This Pensacola Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 161 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 1672 sq ft of conference space
  • 155 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2010
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Pensacola Beach Resort offers 161 accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Pensacola Beach hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Hypo-allergenic bedding, an iron/ironing board and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 30 for adults and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Windrose

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 1,672 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 11 November to 01 March:
  • Bar/Lounge

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 17.00 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per day

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 for adults and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 17.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Parties and events are allowed on site. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Margaritaville
Margaritaville Beach
Margaritaville Beach Hotel
Margaritaville Hotel
Margaritaville Beach Hotel Pensacola Beach
Margaritaville Beach Pensacola Beach
The Pensacola Pensacola
Margaritaville Beach Hotel
The Pensacola Beach Resort
The Pensacola Beach Resort Hotel
The Pensacola Beach Resort Pensacola Beach
The Pensacola Beach Resort Hotel Pensacola Beach

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Pensacola Beach Resort?

The Pensacola Beach Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Pensacola Beach Resort?

As of 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Pensacola Beach Resort on 28 Sept 2025 start from NZ$342.24, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Pensacola Beach Resort?

Yep, The Pensacola Beach Resort has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Pensacola Beach Resort?

Yep, The Pensacola Beach Resort is on Pensacola Beach Beaches, which hotel guests give top marks. Fun beach activities include volleyball, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find boat tours.

Does The Pensacola Beach Resort have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! The Pensacola Beach Resort has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes The Pensacola Beach Resort a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and romance packages, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Pensacola Beach Resort.

Is The Pensacola Beach Resort family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and a picnic area, as well as travel cots in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Pensacola Beach Resort is a hit with families.

Does The Pensacola Beach Resort serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Pensacola Beach Resort?

No, The Pensacola Beach Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Pensacola Beach Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The bar is closed seasonally each year from November 11 until March 01.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Pensacola Beach Resort?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Pensacola Beach Resort?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Pensacola Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1981 out of 2514 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 323 out of 2514 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 2514 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 2514 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 2514 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Stay. Every Thing was Perfect. I’m Planning To Return Just To Stay Here. I Loved It. ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Maria del Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

This hotel sits with the pool overlooking the ocean. Very clean and large rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alanna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favourite hotel in the area. I can’t wait to go back. Rooms were stunning and so were the views!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Angelie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved that it was close to everything but also peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room, good value
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Great
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, updated, friendly helpful staff. Loved having beach access, tiki bar, restaurant and beach bar too! Close in proximity to the main Pensacola Beach strip shopping, restaurants and activities. Private beach was not crowded and kept very clean. Will stay here again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was absolutely beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First time at the Pensacola Beach resort and my wife and I both enjoyed every aspect. The place was spotless. The service was outstanding and the room extremely comfortable. We will definitely be back. This was absolutely a five star stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

nathan

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

10/10 Excellent

john

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to be right on the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margo

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

10/10 Excellent

Margo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great! Disappointed that the umbrellas and chairs on the beach cost $60 a day. I thought it was a resort therefore they would be provided for us. But now I know to bring my own next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Erin, Meridian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a bit noisy in ways you don’t expect. Booming voices come out of seemingly nowhere. Only real complaint.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly, San Antonio

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and uncluttered by what one often finds at beach resorts. Guests were mostly adults with a few well-tended young children. The food was quite good. Staff were friendly and efficient.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leticia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great vacation at your hotel. I can't wait to go back. The staff was always helpful and created a relaxing and fun environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautuful view , nice clean rooms , right on the ocean , would definitely stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Curtis

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

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is amazing .. the beds are clean and comfy the staff is so friendly 10/10
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025