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The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa

5.0 star property

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A beachfront property with a large building, sandy beach, and ocean.
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A hotel with a pool area, palm trees, and lounge chairs.
A spacious dining area with high ceilings, ceiling fans, and decorative lighting.
A balcony with a view of a resort pool, beach, and hotel buildings.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
The current price is $450
$398 nightly
$450 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17

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200 Henderson Resort Way, Destin, FL, 32541
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Shore at Crystal Beach Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Pool View

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, a chair, and a view of the ocean.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Pool View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a ceiling fan.

ADA Premium Gulf View King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Courtyard View King

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a ceiling fan.

Courtyard View King

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a ceiling fan.

Courtyard View King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 413 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a ceiling fan.

Courtyard View Double Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 413 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Gulf View King

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

Gulf View King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 413 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Gulf View Double Queen

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a balcony with a view.

Gulf View Double Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 413 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Gulf View King

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a bench, a nightstand, and a ceiling fan.

Premium Gulf View King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 413 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Gulf View Double Queen

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table, chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

Premium Gulf View Double Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 413 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Gulf View)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Gulf View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Pool View

A living room with a patterned carpet, a ceiling fan, a sofa, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a door.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Pool View

  • Ocean view
  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View (2 Queens)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a ceiling fan.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View (2 Queens)

  • Ocean view
  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View (King)

A spacious living room with a blue patterned carpet, a beige sofa, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View (King)

  • Ocean view
  • 620 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for ADA Courtyard View Double Queen

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a ceiling fan.

ADA Courtyard View Double Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for ADA Gulf View King

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

ADA Gulf View King

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for ADA Premium Gulf View King

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a bench, a nightstand, and a ceiling fan.

ADA Premium Gulf View King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Presidential Suite (The Hagerman)

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a dresser, and a balcony with a view.

Presidential Suite (The Hagerman)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Exterior
Hyatt House Destin
Destin
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 150 reviews
$127 nightly
The price is $144
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt House Destin

About the neighborhood

Destin

With a stay at The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa in Destin (Crystal Beach), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Miramar Beach and Destin Commons. .This beach resort is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Destin Beaches and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park.
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What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Destin Commons - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Camille's At Crystal Beach - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Ale House - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa offers 170 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch LED televisions come with premium digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a lazy river, a hot tub, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.

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

The onsite spa has 11 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Stay in one of 170 guestrooms featuring LED televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor pools, a lazy river, and a 24-hour fitness center. This resort also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon.
Grab a bite at Signature Restaurant, one of the resort's 4 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the 2 coffee shops/cafes. Relax with a refreshing drink at the beach bar, the poolside bar, or one of 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Destin? This resort has 10000 square feet (929 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 7 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Signature Restaurant - Onsite restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Awards and affiliations

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa is listed in the 2024 Travel + Leisure 500.
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 31.03 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 41.73 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 40 for adults and USD 10 to 15 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 4 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Signature Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour gym
  • Beach yoga
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Shopping
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Pool gate
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (10,000 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 11 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium digital channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 160.50 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 85 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 55.37 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Business center/computer access
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Newspaper
  • Pool access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 40 for adults, and USD 10 to 15 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 31.03 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 41.73 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 160.50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Outside food and beverages are not permitted on the premises.

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Henderson Salamander Beach Resort Destin
Henderson Salamander Beach Resort
Henderson Salamander Beach Destin
Henderson Salamander Beach
The Henderson a Salamander Beach Spa Resort

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 754 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 146 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1018 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort! Super nice staff and super clean resort with great amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay, as always
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a nice resort! Everything on site plus a short safe walk to the private beach! Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Wonderful stay. Everyone was great. So enjoyable and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BRAI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay definitely will be returning.
Hotel room review.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect; close to beach. Property was well maintained and rooms were clean. A number of dining options and helpful staff; will definitely come again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful beautiful resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great! Food/drinks at restaurants were good. Room was great and service was very good.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great ladies trip & had so much fun!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing time amazing stay, will be back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and location!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great time! Gorgeous property.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A true five star hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All around great resort for any occasion!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quality food, great for kids, fyi parking not included
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a great resort for someone looking for a getaway The amenities are wonderful and access to the beach is fantastic, I highly recommend a visit
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Resort and staff were great! Ocean view room was an added bonus, pools were great as well!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bengt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect. On the beach with a walkable small downtown close by. Food was outstanding and the breakfast meny to die for.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort, friendly staff, incredible location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, awesome and helpful staff, great views and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort and close to shopping and great restaurants!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CAROLYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous service, room, and amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful resort. Would go again on a couples trip or with my kids. It had a private beach so it didn’t seem crowded and there was a lot of amenities to relax and enjoy. Perfect vacation. We even had a massage at their spa which was a perfect way to end our mini vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026