FAQs
Destin West is located on Okaloosa Island, nestled between Fort Walton and the bridge that leads into Destin, near the Harbor and Crab Island.
The front desk is located on the property at 1320 Miracle Strip Pkwy and is open during regular business hours (9 AM - 5 PM). It’s on the north side of the street (Bayside); when you enter the parking lot, turn left and look for the Destin West Vacations sign.
Destin West Vacations now offers Express Check-In for all our guests, so you can skip the line and check in quickly through messaging. Follow the instructions in the text message sent on the day of your arrival for a smooth and hassle-free check-in.
Yes, any of the following responses by text will check you into the unit so our staff knows the unit is occupied.
▪ check-in
▪ checkin
▪ CHECKIN
▪ Check in
▪ “Check-in”
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The drop-off mailbox is located on the left side, near the elevator behind the office that leads to the sky bridge.
A starter kit includes, 1 rolls of paper towels, 2 roll of toilet paper per bathroom, 1oz bottle of shampoo and 1oz bottle of conditioner, 1.6 oz bar of body soap, makeup wipe remover, 2 powered dishwasher detergent packs.
If you arrive early and your unit isn't ready yet, you can store your luggage at the Destin West Vacations front desk located on the Bayside and enjoy the pools and lazy river while you wait. Please work with Destin West staff to check out wristbands in order to access the Lazy River and Pools.
Yes, parking lots are monitored and towing may be enforced to ensure unregistered guests are not taking parking spots reserved for our registered guests. A link will be provided prior to your arrival so you can print off a parking pass and/or there will be a laminated pass in your unit to use during your stay. Please make sure you leave the laminated pass(es) for the next guest to use.
You can easily access the beach and Gulf-side pools by taking the elevator in the building directly behind the Destin West lobby. Go to the third floor to use the pedestrian bridge and follow the instructions from there. If you are staying on the Gulfside, the beach will be at the south end of the resort. Wristbands are required to access the beach and pools.
There are 2 sides to Destin West Beach and Bay Resort. Both sides are connected and accessible by the pedestrian bridge over Miracle Strip Pkwy.
- Bayside – 4 buildings (Heron, Pelican, Sandpiper and Osprey)
- Gulfside – Villas and Gulf Front Condos
o Bayside – 4 pools (Waterfall Pool, Wading Pool, Osprey and Heron Pools) and 2 Hot Tubs, Lazy River
o Gulfside - 3 pools (1 Large, Covered Pool & Childrens Pool) and 1 Hot Tub
Text Beach to 44144 to receive daily beach flag updates and water condition information.
This information can be found in your Guest Guide Book
Gulfside is on the ocean side whereas bayside is the side that faces the bay and where the Lazy River is locate. Both sides have multiple pools and char coal grills.
The lazy river is located on the Bayside of the property. A pedestrian bridge provides safe access across the road for guests staying on the Gulfside. The entrance is located in the parking garage (follow the signs) between the Pelican and Sandpiper buildings. You can also reach it by walking around the center courtyard to the main entrance. Wristbands are required for each person entering the Lazy River and Pool areas.
There are charcoal grills on both side of the resort.
We do not allow guests to bring any pets.
Only condo owners with registered pets are allowed in designated areas.
Yes, wristbands are required to access the Destin West amenities and the private beach. This helps prevent unregistered guests from using the pools and Lazy River, ensuring they remain exclusive to Destin West guests.
A charge of $40 per missing band will be applied to your credit card on file. If you accidentally take one home, please let us know so we can coordinate returning the wristband.
Check in - 4PM CST
Check out - 10AM CST
There are trash chutes are located on each floor, typically just past the elevator.
There are carts to assist with unloading, they can be found around the corner or close to the elevators in the covered parking areas on Bayside and on the first floor by the elevators of Gulfside. Please return the carts when finished so others can use them, especially during prime check in times.
You can use your wristband to fish off the fishing pier without needing a fishing license.
The Code can be found in the Guest Guidebook provided.
Yes, you can swim in the bay at your own risk
Varies by season but normally - 10AM-10PM
The Large Gulfside Pool is open until 11PM during peak season.
Checkout Procedures:
- Don't forget to sign our Guest Book if the condo has one
- Please dispose of all garbage in the garbage chute
- Start the dishwasher
- Leave beds as they are
- Leave used towels on the bathroom floor
- Make sure all Wrist Bands are left in the unit to prevent any additional charges
- Return the parking passes for the next guest to use.
In the event of an emergency on property please contact 850-685-2105, other local emergency numbers can be found in the Guest Guidebook or dial 911 for medical emergencies.
Yes there is a Fitness Center on the Gulfside of the property. The code can be found in your Guest Guidebook.
Yes, there are several located across the street at the Boardwalk and several others within a mile of the resort. Please refer to the Guest Guidebook for recommendations.