At the end of July, my husband and I spent a full week at Henderson Park Inn on the beach at Destin, FL. and it exceeded every single expectation. Traveling during peak summer can sometimes mean crowds or lagging service, but this resort delivered the exact opposite. From the moment we checked in, the staff went above and beyond to make us feel like VIPs. Our room was immaculate, cool, quiet, and serviced impeccably every day. The refreshment/ snack center lines the breezeway onto the expansive veranda and steps down to the beach. It's stocked with guests favorites to enjoy 24/7. A glass door refrigerator is kept stocked with variety of Coca Cola brand soft drinks & bottled water. Lower shelves are kept well stocked with all kinds of Mars and Hershey candies from Milky Ways to M&Ms. Pretzels, Sun Chips and more varieties of Miss Vicky's potato chips. Starbucks drink machine rounds it out with a variety of hot drinks and iced coffee, made to order in under two minutes! Chocolate chip cookies fresh from the kitchen always available in registration area. Meals from their five star award winning pinched and culinary team can't be over stated. And the beach area (my reason for choosing Henderson) is gorgeous and pristine! -- it's lovely and never overcrowded, with staff constantly checking in to offer fresh towels, cold drinks, lunch and shaded setups. The dining options offered incredible variety and top-tier quality every single meal. All meals are à la cart. I enjoy this freedom to purchase specifically what I want rather than carrying a degree of cost for courses I don't order. Our meals were absolutely perfection! What truly sets Henderson Park Inn apart is the genuine warmth of the entire team. They didn't just manage a busy July week; they made us feel completely relaxed, pampered, and at home. Now at home we've realized this one week revitalized us better than two weeks anywhere else could've. Destin is a convenient location for most of the southeast. We live 6 1/2 hours drive away- pretty typical distance for many people in the southeast. But to stay at this amazing 5 Star resort right on the beach so reasonably close to home is a kind gift from God. Home now, refreshed and stocked with happy new memories too. This July 30 was our 50th wedding anniversary. Just can't put into words how wonderful time, even an over night Henderson Inn always is. This was our fourth visit! read more

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We booked two different rooms based on what they had available. The first night we booked their most expensive room, the presidential suite and the second and third night we booked the queen Juliette balcony (as this was all they had). When we arrived, no one asked us if we needed help with our luggage. We made our way to the Presidential Suite and it was filthy. The room size was massive but they clearly never cleaned it well. The couches and carpet all stained, the vents had 1 inch layers of dust all over, the fan was covered in dust balls and dust layers, some vents were falling out of the ceiling with no screws, the tile floor cracked, carpet has nails popping through and there is dirt and dust all over the floors from not being vacuumed or cleaned. There was also a huge roach on the floor which didn't add for an additional touch. It's Florida so I'm trying to be accepting of palmetto roaches but it wasn't cool finding that on your already filthy $1000 room floor. We were incredibly disappointed. For over $1000 this is not what we expected. We did share this with management and our next two nights we were supposed to stay in the queen room, was then adjusted to the king room. While the king room was definitely much cleaner, this room was also hundreds of dollars less in value. It's just very disappointing to pay over $1000 to have a room you can't sit on the couch, or walk the floors without your feet covered. Aside from the room, we also had a pretty awful breakfast experience. Eggs cold, and my husband's avacado toast was missing the egg. We sent it back and it was fixed but that lost our trust in the restaurant so we ate out instead. Our experience with the rental chairs on the beach was not good the first day either. The guy told us there were chairs set up, we walked over and there wasn't. He didn't offer to add anymore, so my husband put ours out for us. We really felt they lacked the customer service feature here. This place lacked the prestige we hoped for and we decided we wouldn't return here again. While the sunset and sunrise are just breathtaking, the hospitality and attention to detail here is lacking and not for us at this price. It seems people have been coming here for so many years they have blinders up and are missing how much is falling through the cracks or even noticing any issue. We would not stay here again and definitely do not believe 4 stars is a true depiction of this place, it could use work and improvements. read more

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My wife and I stayed at the sister Henderson property across the street. We were checking out and wanted to have lunch before we headed to the airport to catch our flight. We thought it would be nice to eat lunch overlooking the water over at the inn. The receptionist on 8.3.26 at 11:00 AM was not welcoming at all. We asked her if they were serving lunch ( inside) and she pointed us outside on the breezeway as if we were a bother to her. When we returned and asked if we could sit inside she quickly changed her story as if that was an option all along. All while laughing at us as if this was a joke. It is disappointing to come to a business where the employees put themselves above the costumer as if they have something to prove. My wife and I felt disrespected after spending 4 wonderful nights at the resort. Sad to see someone's ego get in the way of their customer service. If this was my first experience with the Henderson I absolutely would not return. read more

This is a beautiful, prime location for a hotel. Henderson Park Inn (adults only side) needs refurbishing. My husband andI were totally ripped off at $1275 a night read more

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High touch beautiful property The service was excellent with cookies and beverages complimentary. There is free 1 drink happy hour on wonderful porch overlooking the beach. read more

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We thoroughly enjoyed our long weekend/Anniversary trip to the Henderson Park Inn. The rooms are large with great views of the beach. Breakfast was wonderful each morning and the staff was so genuine and quickly learned every guests requests. Lunch was a nice boxed lunch and soup from Honey Baked ham. You make your selection the night before. Loved not having to come off the beach to dress for lunch. Best of all was the outstanding service and attention to detail. The use of the spa at the sister resort was a nice addition. Many reviews comment on the condition of the rooms. Remember this is a Bed and Breakfast. It is not a new, shiny resort. That is across the street. Do they deal with moisture issues that plague wooden shingles on the shore? Yes The Henderson is a quaint, older bed and breakfast on the beach with service you won't find in many resorts. It is well maintained and clean. We hated to leave and can't wait to return read more

We are staying at the adult side of the hotel in the Presidential suite it is very old furnishings are old couches are dirty the living room has no coffee table hence no place food or drinks if you want to sit and watch TV or just view the ocean ! We have a wonderful ocean front view . The bath rooms there are two one a shower no tub the other a toilet and sink they badly need updating . The gym Is across the street way on the other side of the complex not convenient at all ! We ate at the Prinrose restaurant it was terrible the Lasagna and Bolognese were barely edible dinner for 5 was 500 dollars and certainly not worth it ! He staff here are very friendly and helpful how ever I would never stay here again ! read more

Awesome place. Excellent customer service. Great location on the beach. Happy hour daily!

We really like this hotel! This is our second visit here and will likely not be our last. It's tucked up right next to Henderson State Park, right on the beach. The traffic is usually very light in the area and, save for the waves, quiet. No pool, but their sister property is right next door has several really awesome pools that you can use, just a short walk away. There's also a complimentary happy hour every afternoon and they have water, sodas, coffee and a good selection of snacks 24hrs, also complimentary. Beach towels, chairs and umbrellas already set up and just waiting on you each morning as well. The rooms are nice and comfortable and, most importantly, the air works great! Our last stay we had a really nice bathroom and shower that was recently redone. This visit, the bath was more dated. I suspect it is on the list for a makeover, but just hasn't been completed yet. Nevertheless, clean, tidy and well appointed, just not fancy new like our previous experience. Upfront, this place is spendy but they really try to make it a great, intimate experience for all the guests and they do a top notch job in my opinion. If you're a parent with a few clear days on the whiteboard (kids at camp) or a couple just looking for a great experience, Henderson Park Inn is a great option to consider. read more

wonderful place grout great outdoor deck for drinks and some appetizers. Nice menu staff very friendly and place is very clean. read more

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I absolutely love this Inn. The small things that make it special are too numerous to mention. It is filled with character and remains true to its beginnings. read more

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Spent the weekend here for Valentine's Day with my wife. The place was nice and the view was wonderful. The weather didn't cooperate all that much. The room was decent and the breakfast was so so as well. I gave it a four star for the good service but it was a little pricey. $650+ per night. On top of that rate they hit us with another $25 per day parking for guests. And if you lose your key to the room$100 replacement charge. This was purely a one time experience. read more

Good food along with accommodating staff. Excellent waiter who was from Croatia and had excellent visit with. Food was very good like I said was good read more

I would recommend the rooftop bar for drinks and appetizers. It is so gorgeous up there and has a stunning view for the sunset. The staff is awesome and sweet and everything we tried was really good. Food came quickly also. read more

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The room: room was well kept, the view from the room was beautiful (you could see the trees, and the beach. They have a chair you can sit on at the balcony to enjoy the view. The bed very comfortable and the tv was right in front of it... the tub was also in front of the tv if you choose to open the blinds of the bathtub. The shower was spacious, and everything else in the bathroom was good too. Cannot think of much or anything wrong with the room. Cleaning service: service was good in some ways and bad in others... room service never came at the same time, sometimes not at all. Would have to call to have them come bring stuff, that was the only way to get towels and toilet paper, which is fine for me, but not okay if you want your room cleaned. The hotel room cleaners were very polite and nice though. The food: the restaurant at the hotel was nice, however very overpriced. They had a live performer there at one time, and he was very good.My favorite thing I tried was the fish tacos, they were very good. The drinks were good as well. Now, the in room food service was not nearly as good, and was also very expensive, which is expected (it is room-service food after all). The quality of the food was mediocre and sometimes even came cold. For example, my husband got bacon and waffles breakfast order to the room and it was cold, like it was prepared a while ago, same with avocado toast and bacon I got. Also included a gratuity charge automatically, which made the bill skyrocket even more. Also worth noting, they did not have sn flavor for coffee (at least for in-room meals), so no vanilla cappuccinos. With all this said, the food was always brought pretty fast, about 30 minutes or less each time. The beach: you could walk to the beach from my room very fast, just need to go down some floors and go to the pool and make your way to beach from there, it was very close. The beach was super nice. However, you couldn't bring your own chairs and umbrellas if you wanted to, had to rent them, which it okay I guess, just worth noting. The beach was clear, and the sand was super nice. They also include kayaking complimentary for staying in the hotel. I tried it out with my husband and it was very fun. The beach staff was nice. The hotel provided towels for the beach. There is a bar near the beach, so you can enjoy a pina colada while laying on the beach. Parking: never tried parking ourselves. Husband and I got the valet parking, which was 25 dollars a day. I believe it was ultimately worth it. The service was good, and very fast. We could go ask for the car whenever we wanted and they'd take it to us. Side note: the pool was gorgeous, huge. They also had an adult-only pool for those who didn't want to swim with kids. However, the pool closes at 10:00 pm, which is wayyyyy too late in my opinion. People are on vacation, I think at least the adult pool should be open longer than that. read more

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What a awesome gem located on the emerald coast! Everything is unique about this place, with the interior being very small and quaint. The food is amazing! We got the Wagu ribeye and lobster tails and both dishes were great! I especially loved my lobster, broiled in butter, just all around tasty. Service is top notch. Would definitely come back next time in town! read more

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We visited for the first time and had an Incredible experience. I have been coming to Destin since I was a child. It was not until this summer that I felt I was in a resort in a different place. The Henderson made our stay amazing. read more

The employee are Kind & very attentive' The room 202 had a Beautiful view ' but the bathroom is outdated & the sink is uncomfortably low' the bed needs a new mattress desperately it was creeky & uncomfortable' we could also hear the people in the rooms above us & next to us' Not a good nights sleep' The inn itself is pretty & the grounds are Beautiful' We did go in January and the price to stay was still high at almost 400 with fees more fees & taxes' Definitely NOT worth it' We had dinner & it was just ok ' Pricey ' Service was excellent' Breakfast was Good & worth the price' It was our first & last time here read more

It's been over 30 years since we were here last. The place is as great as always. Rene, Mary, and Blake make this a place to return to over and over. The service is Five Stars every time. A real must when in the area. read more

Disappointed. 4 days of clear weather and Toes in the Sand was not available to enjoy for our anniversary trip. read more

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What a great trip! We loved our time at this inn. Cold weather didn't stop us from enjoying it! Huge shout out to the staff at the inn who always went above and beyond to offer us help to make our stay even more enjoyable. We plan to make this a yearly trip! read more

We came here for our anniversary. It was wonderful. The staff are so friendly & helpful. Absolute great get away, nothing to think about, just relax, feel pampered & enjoy the beautiful views. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Please give the Henderson Park Inn ten stars for us. My wife and I enjoyed four wonderful days laying on the beach being pampered by the fantastic Henderson staff. Complimentary breakfast, box lunch and happy hour! No kids, no pets, no one under 25 sorry!! We're scheduling a return trip soon or maybe we'll never leave!!! read more

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Stayed here for our Babymoon and it was amazing. Had the Executive suite in the east building on the third floor. Gorgeous view of the beach. Great service from staff. Very private setting. Beach is not crowded. You'll get the occasional straggler from the sister resort where they cross the barrier but it's not really a big deal. Breakfast is always good. Would prefer another option for lunch but it's still good that it's included in your stay. No need to leave the inn at all. We didn't and were sad to leave. Loved the whirlpool tub and used it every night with bath bombs. Would definitely return again. read more

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We did not stay at the Inn but decided to have lunch there. The best part about it was the view!! You can see the Ocean. I ordered Blackened Mahi Mahi Tacos. I received grilled Mahi Tacos. The waitress replied when I told her " I can bring you some seasoning" (what?!) there was hardly any fish on the two Tacos mostly toppings, it came with Nachos ( hardly any) this was $19!! The Tacos were just laying on top of each other so the bottom one was soggy. ( not in a Taco holder). I definitely will not eat there again! The restaurant was not that busy. read more

Despite being an evacuee and having to leave our home, this was such a nice place to stop for a night. It gave us moment of calm and relaxation. Such a lovely place with a beautiful view of the Gulf. I loved the view and the way the hotel was set up. They make such a nice effort to make their hotel special and expierences special for their guests. They start off with setting your room up with chocolates, light jazz, a bottle of wine and grapes. Such a nice way to end our travels for the day. Everyone was so nice and friendly. We were wandering around and came across the snack corner. One of the customer service workers explained to us that we could help ourselves to water, soda, candy bar, granola bars and coffee. The restaurant had a delicious brunch, the staff was friendly and helpful and the food was amazing. I indulged in some heavenly southern food. The price is a bit high, yes it's beautiful and one the beach and the rooms are nice but not amazing. Its a bit high but they gave us a break on the price due to us having to.evacuate which was very nice. I'd love to go back but I'll have to wait for a weekend special or maybe a wedding . read more

We had a wonderful anniversary celebration at the Henderson Park Inn. The staff is very personable and provide great service. The breakfasts and service by Greg are superb, and we also loved afternoon happy hour with James in the tiki bar. Edit also provided wonderful service during our anniversary dinner on the porch. It's a special place, and we will be back! read more

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Blake is the best server, beach attendant, HUMAN. He loves people so well and is beyond intentional in every interaction. Anyone would be better after meeting him! Hardest worker on that beach read more

My husband and I always book our next vacation while staying at the Inn because we love it so much. The staff are so helpful and caring. Mary at the front desk is a real treat and professional helping with anything that may arise. Chef Greg, Preston, and Manda helped make sure we were well fed and had a great day. While there have been some changes- a stay at Henderson Park Inn is always a good time to rest and recharge. I can't wait to go back! read more

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We had such high hopes for the resort after reading amazing reviews and were so disappointed. I felt like I was at a Bed & Breakfast. Very small rooms that need major updating. For the prices that they charge for rooms as well as the food at this property and the resort that you can use as well, it's just not worth it. It's also advertised as adults only, which the actual Henderson Park Inn is (meaning the rooms), but parts of the property do allow kids and the beach is overrun by kids everywhere. We ended up spending time at the adults only pool across the street at the resort because that was the most peaceful. Had I known that, I would have saved about $600/night and thousands of dollars. read more

This is such a relaxing place. I've stayed at the condo to the east since I was a small child and since this property is 25 and up, it took a while to stay there. I went with my now husband a few years ago and it was awesome. The rooms are teeny tiny but it has a Nantucket vibe since the Abbot brothers moved to Destin and built it based on their east coast childhood. The new owners are a hotel group in Memphis and I truly hope they preserve this inn for the future. The spa is better than a Ritz Carlton anywhere. The restaurant is to die for. Each lady gets a rose at dinner which doesn't hurt! read more

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Have to give shout outs to three staff members who made our trip great! Nicholas was awesome from time we checked in and could not do enough everyday. Such a great guy who put the personal touch on the hotel. James at the bar was great. Made each afternoon fun. Gregg each morning greater and served us like family. Could not have asked for better trip. Hope to see them all when I return! read more

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This is an exquisite Beach experience. The natural beauty of a secluded beach and a 5 star resort is breathtaking. When we arrive at the Henderson, we unpack and never leave until we check out. This is heaven on earth. read more

Honestly, I am very disappointed with how everything was at the restaurant. We had incredibly high hopes and were let down by the quality of the food. Especially for the price!! The steaks were over cooked compared to how we ordered them, and one of the steaks legitimately smelt rotten. And unfortunately we are not the type of people to send things back or bring things up, so we just had to let it go to waste. The night however did not stop there, because I did end up getting sick later that night because of the food. Overall we were just expecting better due to the price of the food, and how amazing everything else is at the Henderson. The one redeeming quality was the view which was incredible but unfortunately it did not make up how poor the food was. read more

I treated my mom to a staycation here for her birthday the past weekend! Hands down the best weekend - from the staff to the gorgeous and extremely clean and spacious room overlooking the beautiful Gulf of Mexico to the exquisite dinner at Beach Walk Cafe! I'm a lifetime Destin local and highly recommend staying at this gorgeous Inn nestled in the heart of Crystal Beach just minutes from shopping, dining and entertainment! read more

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We made a last minute birthday trip here to celebrate my 60th. We knew the "rooms" we booked were "not the best" on the property but last night was the worst!! The room was right above the kitchen and the head of the bed was on the same wall as the dishwasher- we are guessing. It was after midnight before we were able to sleep. Ridiculous!!! Don't sale the room. Move the bed to the opposite wall. After I called downstairs to complain the girl called back at 10:45pm to tell us that she came upstairs and thought the swinging door in the kitchen was making the noise and she would put in a work order for the next morning. A lot of *^%##}{!!!! Food was good. Property nice enough. Our other rooms were great. Dinner at the Inn restaurant was excellent with great service. And happy hour drinks were a great way to get to know your fellow vacationers. My 60th was overall a great time. read more

The spa and on-site eats are too notch. Spent a half day at the spa, then had brunch and wrapped with drinks on the rooftop bar. Have been twice will return again. read more

What a wonderful place to spend a night or two at the beach. The amenities are amazing, including complementary coffee, beverages, and water. And the staff is so welcoming and friendly. Great views, great rooms. Highly recommended. read more

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Wow. Henderson Park Inn is everything as advertised. Looking for a quiet beach getaway with the perfect balance of service and privacy? This. Is. The place. Inclusive: breakfast (awesome!) and a beach-box lunch, hotel-quality beach umbrellas/chairs, all the soft drinks, bottled water you want. The rooms are old school with nice beds and balconies overlooking Destin's superlative shoreline (with its beautiful blue water.) Indoor/outdoor restaurant/bar also overlooks the beach. Can't disconnect from the internet? Their high-speed wifi is THE BEST. Also, I cannot say enough about the staff, who go the extra mile to make guests happy. Thank you for an unforgettable escape from the daily grind. We will be back! read more

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This is a review of the restaurant. Ambiance was so-so. It could have been 5 stars but there is no separate dining room inside the B&B. We ate inside and it was distracting to have people watching TV in an adjacent room. Tip: It probably would have been better if we had had our meal outside on the patio. Recommend giving that a try. The food was very good! I had the Caprese salad which was ok and my entree was Chilean Sea Bass over rice with an asparagus sauce. The bass was excellent and the rice and asparagus sauce was delicious! My wife had the Yellowfin tuna and said it was seared perfectly! Her only issue with it was that it served luke warm. For dessert we tried the Bananas Foster Cheesecake. Yum O! Highly recommend it! I also had a French Press coffee - which was very weak. I like very strong coffee so that was a bummer. The service is 5 stars! They really treat you right here, starting with the complimentary valet parking. All of the staff were very friendly and hospitable - from the valet parking attendant to the hostess and wait staff. A VERY nice touch is that each lady dining with them is given a complimentary long stem rose! Well done! Overall we enjoyed our meal and recommend giving them a try and eating on the patio! read more

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