Palms Resort 2603 Jr. 2BR
Guest rating: 4.7 / 5
Overview
Palms Resort 2603 Jr. 2BR is a sixth-floor condo unit within The Palms of Destin Resort and Conference Center, a 15-acre property in the heart of Destin. The unit has been recently updated with new flooring, refreshed furnishings, and multiple flat-screen TVs, offering Gulf and pool views from a private balcony. Guests staying here must be 25 years of age or older, and the resort operates as a smoke-free complex.
Rooms
This Junior 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom layout includes a full-size master bedroom with a king bed, a smaller guest bedroom with a queen bed, and a living room with a sleeper sofa, sleeping up to 6 guests comfortably. Both bathrooms are full-sized, with one offering a walk-in shower. The unit also includes an in-unit washer and dryer, a full kitchen with oven, stove, and microwave, air conditioning, heating, ironing board, and cable TV.
Amenities & Recreation
The Palms of Destin features Destin's largest lagoon pool, an 11,000-square-foot, 259,000-gallon zero-entry pool with five waterfalls, walking bridges, and a spacious lounging area, plus a separate 21,000-gallon heated pool, children's splash area, and whirlpool spa. Recreational facilities include a 2,265-square-foot fitness center with cardio equipment and personal entertainment systems, lighted tennis courts, a basketball court, an indoor pickleball court, and a kid's playground. An onsite bistro and bar recently opened, and there is also a hot tub, patio access, elevator, and free onsite parking.
Location & Surroundings
The resort sits within walking distance of several Destin dining favorites, including Joe's Crab Shack, Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., Reggae Grille, and The Back Porch, all under a kilometer away, plus Fudpucker's Beachside Bar & Grill nearby. Destin Executive Airport is about 1.9km away, while Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport is roughly 12.4km from the property. Seasonally, guests can use a complimentary shuttle to the public beach, Destin Commons, and Harborwalk Village, with a paid shuttle option to Henderson State Park.
Best for
This property suits families and groups seeking a resort-style beach vacation, thanks to the large lagoon pool, splash area, playground, and walkable access to seafood restaurants like Joe's Crab Shack and Bubba Gump. It also appeals to active travelers who want tennis, basketball, pickleball, and a full fitness center on site. Because the property restricts stays to guests 25 and older, it is not suited to young independent travelers or unaccompanied college-age groups.
Travel tips
Take advantage of the seasonal complimentary shuttle running from the resort to the public beach, Destin Commons, and Harborwalk Village rather than driving, since parking and beach access can be more convenient this way. Popular dining spots like Joe's Crab Shack, Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., and Reggae Grille are all within a few hundred meters, making it easy to walk to dinner. Guests bringing young children may want to pack extra basic supplies, as past guests have noted the unit is stocked with only minimal consumables like toilet paper and laundry detergent.
What guests say
Guests consistently praise the comfort of the furniture and beds, the balcony views, and overall cleanliness of the unit, along with well-maintained pools and common areas across the resort. Some reviewers note the resort's age is starting to show in places, even as shared spaces remain in good condition. A recurring complaint centers on a lack of stocked consumables, with guests specifically citing insufficient toilet paper, laundry detergent, and basic cooking staples like oil and salt for the length of their stay. Repeat guests also mention returning to the property multiple times, suggesting positive overall satisfaction despite these minor stocking issues.
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