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  Destin, Florida, is ideal for lovers of the outdoors. The city features emerald-green waters, white sandy beaches and many opportunities to enjoy the sun and water. Some of the popular activities include dolphin-watching, scuba diving, parasailing and boating. There are many hotels to choose from, but Destin boasts several oceanfront hotel accommodations for those who want to stay close to the action.
  
  

Holiday Inn Destin on the Beach

• The Holiday Inn Destin on the Beach boasts amenities for children and adults. Rooms have queen-size beds, microwave, fridge and DVD players. Special "Kidsuites" outfitted with bunk beds are available upon request. Hotel amenities include the Little Buccaneers Children's Program, indoor recreation area, lookout tower, pool, fitness center, spa, several restaurants and bar. Nearby attractions include the Gulfarium and Big Kahuna's Water Park.
  
  Holiday Inn Destin on the Beach
  1020 Hwy. 98 E.
  Destin, FL 32541
  (850) 837 6181
  ichotelsgroup.com
  
  

Hampton Inn Destin

• The Hampton Inn Destin is steps from the beach. Guests may choose rooms with queen-size or king-size beds, easy chair, TV, desk, wireless Internet access and full bath. Nonsmoking rooms are an option, and cribs and playpens are available upon request. The hotel also offers complimentary breakfast, laundry, pool and basketball court. Nearby attractions include golf courses, the Tennis and Racquetball Center and the Silver Sands shopping complex.
  
  Hampton Inn Destin
  1625 Hwy. 98 E.
  Destin, FL 32541
  (850) 654 2677
  hamptoninn.com
  
  

Embassy Suites Destin at Miramar Beach

• Guests at the Embassy Suites Destin at Miramar Beach stay in one of 155 suites, all with queen-size or king-size beds, two TVs, fridge, microwave and luxury bathrooms with garden tubs. Hotel amenities include private access to the beach, on-site restaurant, cafe and bar, complimentary breakfast cooked to order, pool and hot tub and free shuttle bus within a five-mile radius. Nearby attractions include golf courses, shopping and deep-sea fishing excursions.
  
  Embassy Suites Destin at Miramar Beach
  570 Scenic Gulf Dr.
  Destin, FL 32550
  (850) 337 7000
  embassydestin.com/