What's it like in Gulf Trace?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Santa Rosa Beach's Gulf Trace neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Grayton Beach as part of your Gulf Trace travel plans.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Gulf Trace area?

Expedia has 44 hotels and other accommodation options in Gulf Trace to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Rosa Beach area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Gulf Trace, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Gulf Trace.

What is there to do around this Santa Rosa Beach neighbourhood?

Grayton Beach is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Gulf Trace. Blue Mountain Beach and Grayton Beach State Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Rosa Beach.

The Best Hotels in Gulf Trace, Santa Rosa Beach - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Gulf Trace hotels

A balcony with two Adirondack chairs facing a clear view of the ocean.

1. WaterColor Inn & Resort

Watercolor, 3.3 km from Gulf Trace

Michael

₹49,141 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A modern interior with a kitchen area, dining space, and seating area.

2. The Lodge 30A

Seagrove Beach, 7.8 km from Gulf Trace

Alynna

₹10,854 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

A courtyard with a wooden archway, pink flowering plants, and a white building with balconies.

3. Hibiscus Coffee & Guesthouse

Grayton Beach, 1.1 km from Gulf Trace

James

₹13,790 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, green chairs, and striped cushions.

4. Home2 Suites By Hilton Santa Rosa Beach

11.7 km from Gulf Trace

John

₹7,957 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

5. Tru By Hilton Santa Rosa Beach

Dune Allen Beach, 11.9 km from Gulf Trace

Carolan

₹6,616 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

A modern dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a central bar area.

6. Hyatt Place Sandestin at Grand Boulevard

14.5 km from Gulf Trace

John

₹10,318 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A two-story building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance, and a landscaped front yard with palm trees.

7. 30A Inn & Suites

Dune Allen Beach, 9.1 km from Gulf Trace

jenifer

₹11,265 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a curved entrance, balconies, and a well-lit facade.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin at Grand Boulevard

14.8 km from Gulf Trace

Shakeria

₹7,957 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A courtyard with benches, palm trees, and a fountain.

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Sandestin at Grand Boulevard

14.5 km from Gulf Trace

Richard

₹10,089 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.

10. Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection

15.6 km from Gulf Trace

Huy

₹24,087 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Dec - 9 Dec

A resort with a swimming pool, beach umbrellas, and a view of the ocean.

11. Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa

15 km from Gulf Trace

ANAID

₹32,370 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with a bathroom, a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a window.

12. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Miramar Beach Destin

17.2 km from Gulf Trace

Debbie

₹7,468 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a stone wall, and a building with a sign.

13. Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach

17.5 km from Gulf Trace

Leonard

₹7,935 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A resort with multiple swimming pools, a large building, and a surrounding forest.

14. Camp Creek Inn

13.8 km from Gulf Trace

Ellen

₹47,207 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A resort with a pool, sun loungers, and umbrellas.

15. The Pearl Hotel

16.5 km from Gulf Trace

douglass

₹55,427 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Dec - 10 Dec

A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinets, and a flat-screen TV.

16. Drury Inn & Suites Destin Miramar Beach

18.2 km from Gulf Trace

Jaydyn

₹10,412 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and a central staircase.

17. Embassy Suites by Hilton Destin Miramar Beach

18 km from Gulf Trace

Jamie

₹12,483 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A resort with a large, winding pool, beach access, and a boardwalk along a water body.

18. WaterSound Inn

WaterSound Beach, 10.9 km from Gulf Trace

Phillip

₹45,862 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Dec - 10 Dec

A modern hotel entrance with a prominent sign, a covered walkway, and a well-lit facade.

19. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Miramar Beach-Destin

20.8 km from Gulf Trace

Ashley

₹8,394 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A covered porch with wicker furniture, a table with a bowl, and a view of trees and a building.

20. Seagrove Highlands By Panhandle Getaways

Seagrove Beach, 6.4 km from Gulf Trace

₹79,728 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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Compare top hotels in Gulf Trace

WaterColor Inn & Resort 4.0 star property Watercolor, 3.3 km from Gulf Trace View	The Lodge 30A 2.0 star property Seagrove Beach, 7.8 km from Gulf Trace View	Hibiscus Coffee & Guesthouse 3.0 star property Grayton Beach, 1.1 km from Gulf Trace View	Home2 Suites By Hilton Santa Rosa Beach 3.0 star property 11.7 km from Gulf Trace View	Tru By Hilton Santa Rosa Beach 2.5 star property Dune Allen Beach, 11.9 km from Gulf Trace View
9.4 Exceptional 306 reviews	9.4 Exceptional 933 reviews	9.2 Wonderful 349 reviews	9.6 Exceptional 871 reviews	8.8 Excellent 289 reviews
The price is ₹38,711 ₹49,141 total includes taxes & fees 1 Dec - 2 Dec	The price is ₹9,692 ₹10,854 total includes taxes & fees 2 Dec - 3 Dec	The price is ₹12,312 ₹13,790 total includes taxes & fees 10 Nov - 11 Nov	The price is ₹7,104 ₹7,957 total includes taxes & fees 15 Nov - 16 Nov	The price is ₹5,907 ₹6,616 total includes taxes & fees 14 Nov - 15 Nov
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