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Surf & Sand Hotel

40 Fort Pickens Road #2006, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561
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#8 of 9 hotels in Pensacola Beach
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Paid private parking on-site
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Beach
Bicycle rental
Kids stay free
Baggage storage
Parking
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Outdoor pool
Fence around pool
Breakfast available
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Vending machine
Water sport equipment rentals
Gift shop
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
ATM on site
Umbrella
24-hour front desk
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
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Air conditioning
Private beach
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Telephone
Microwave
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
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Wake-up service / alarm clock
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Pool view
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2.0 of 5 stars
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slipknotrocks wrote a review Jul 2018
Arlington, Texas44 contributions2 helpful votes
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Hotel room is ok, bed need an upgraded bad , they are old and squeaky mattresses. Pool area is great even though we didn’t have enough time to enjoy it. Free bikes. Free kayaks is a plus . Elevator is dirty and looks like they started making some kind of repairs but then stopped . Hallway by elevators always with trash that stinks . Breakfast is good breakfast area is plenty big only problem is there was not enough bacon and sausage for all of us , kept running out and the lady looked like she was mad about being at work , she was too slow But even with all these bags I will stay here again only because I can drink alcohol and just walk to my room from any place .
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Date of stay: July 2018
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Responded 27 Jul 2018
Thank you for taking a moment to share your review with us, slipknotrocks. We're happy to hear that you found the breakfast to be good. Also, we have passed along your valuable feedback to our management team and apologize that housekeeping was not up to par and that the elevator needed some upkeep too. Comments like these help us better serve our guests, thanks for letting us know. We look forward to welcoming you back to our little slice of paradise one day soon! --Krissy
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Johnathan T wrote a review Jul 2018
Benton, Arkansas30 contributions9 helpful votes
My wife and I escaped the kids for the weekend and decided to stay here when we got to Florida. The rooms were nice and clean. Anyone we spoke with on staff was friendly and answered our questions like they actually cared. The pool is a little small but thats not a big deal. The best thing is they say the pool closes at 10 but no one came to mess with anyone after 10 which was cool because some folks were swimming and quite a few of us were still grilling. Please keep this the way it is because its a great part of the hotel. The hotel is across the street from the main beach and across from the nice bayside beach. There are numerous shops and restaurants well within walking distance. The hotel offers free bike rides, paddleboards, and kayaks. There is an awesome little fire pit
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Date of stay: July 2018
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Responded 27 Jul 2018
Thank you for the five-star review, Johnathan! We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the clean rooms, the friendly staff, the outdoor area, and being near the beach too. We can't wait to welcome you back for another getaway one day soon! --Krissy
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Rwinger wrote a review Jul 2018
The Woodlands, Texas152 contributions69 helpful votes
It was our first visit to Pensacola Beach, and we didn't want to spend an arm and a leg. The hotel is a bit run down, but it's OK. Basically it fulfilled our needs because it was central (walking distance) to many restaurants and activities. The breakfast bar was outstanding with a good assortment of both cold and hot foods. Hopefully management will soon put some money into upgrading the rooms and general decor. Bottom line is that it suited our needs and I would consider staying there again.
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Date of stay: July 2018
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Responded 27 Jul 2018
Roger, thank you for taking the time to share your review with us! We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the central location and the outstanding breakfast bar too. Also, we have passed along your valuable feedback to our management team, thank you for letting us know aspects of the hotel that needs some updating. We look forward to welcoming you back for another getaway one day soon! --Krissy
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Mary-Anne H wrote a review Jul 2018
Bonogin, Australia130 contributions13 helpful votes
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This is a tired Travelodge with a bad paint job and an excellent online marketing strategy! The rooms are OK, beds and linen OK, towels coming in threadbare and not enough to go around. It’s close to 90 and sauna levels humid but only 2 towels for a family of 4. Sand in the name might be becauseHi of the beach but for us it was in our room...which means it was everywhere and in everything. The service was not overly happy to see us, there is a $5 cash back for not having a service done but you have to opt out if you want your room refreshed! Breakfast is at 7am looks like it’ll be standard fare in cheaper hotel offerings however by 645am the coffee which is suppose to be available 24hrs was empty and needed refreshing. This was quite a noisy hotel too - ppl were enjoying the
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Date of stay: July 2018
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Responded 20 Jul 2018
Thank you for taking the time to share your review with us, Mary-Anne. We are pleased to hear that you found our marketing strategy to be good along with the room and bed. Also, we have passed along your valuable feedback to our management team regarding the sand in your room and humidity. Comments like these always help us do better, so we appreciate you letting us know. It would be such a pleasure to welcome you back for another getaway and to show you how we've improved. --Kelly
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Tonya M wrote a review Jul 2018
Iuka, Mississippi7 contributions2 helpful votes
The room was a little pricey but the convenient location made it worth it. The room was clean. The staff was friendly and helpful. It had a nice pool and private little beach area. It was within walking distance to the beach and the boardwalk. They offered bikes, paddle boards and kayaks free to guests. I like that the parking lot was private as well. Would definitely stay again.
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Date of stay: July 2018
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Responded 20 Jul 2018
Thank you for taking the time to share your review with us, Mitirato. We are so pleased to hear that you found your room clean and enjoyed the pool and beach. It's wonderful that you had a great experience with our staff as well It would be such a pleasure to welcome you back for another getaway with us on your next trip! --Kelly
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Katie L wrote a review Jul 2018
LIttle Rock, AR3 contributions3 helpful votes
I booked a room for my 6 year old daughter and myself months ago. I spoke with the manager AMANDA. I was given a CONFIRMATION NUMBER for my reservation. I was told that each night would be $245 and my total for 3 nights with tax would be $848. I did everything Amanda asked of me, and when it was time to pack for our trip, packed my confirmation number, just in case. We were flying in from out of state, and in between flights, I saw a message on my cell phone- DURING OUR FLIGHT TO FLORIDA, this hotel left me a voicemail saying our reservation was CANCELLED!!!!!! Something about them not having a source of payment on file. Like I said, I made the reservation months before with Amanda, and provided all requested info at that time. The woman I spoke to, who left me the
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Date of stay: June 2018
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Responded 4 Jul 2018
We're so sorry to hear that you had a negative experience with your room reservation, JoelandKatie. We hate to hear that you were not able to stay with us and sincerely apologize how things were handled. We'd love an opportunity to speak with you personally and address your concerns. Please feel free to connect with our General Manager, Amanda Donaldson, so we can make things right for you. We look forward to speaking with you soon. --Krissy
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rb913 wrote a review Jun 2018
Tallahassee, Florida195 contributions73 helpful votes
This hotel is in a good location, right across from the main beach in Pensacola and within walking distance to some shops and restaurants. But that's about all that's really great about it. The rooms are very outdated, very old. The breakfast was just ok and the service needs improvement. On the day of our departure, I needed to get a copy of the bill and must have stood at the reception desk for (not an exaggeration) about 20 minutes before anyone showed up (This was about 8am when you would think they'd be prepared for check-outs). At the same time, the phone was ringing off the hook and no one around to answer it. Another thing I should point out...There is a bar next door that had live music (which sounded great, sounded like a fun place), but if you're more interested
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Date of stay: May 2018
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Responded 18 Jun 2018
Thank you for taking the time to share your review with us, rb913. We're so pleased to hear that you found our location to be good near the beach and within walking distance to shops and restaurants too. Also, we have passed along your valuable feedback to our management team and apologize for the poor service and appreciate the comments about aspects of our hotel that could use some updates too. Comments like these always help us do better, so thanks for letting us know. It would be such a pleasure to welcome you back for another getaway and to show you how we've improved. --Krissy
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MikeD587 wrote a review Jun 2018
Effingham, Illinois402 contributions75 helpful votes
We received a call a few weeks prior to our arrival asking for credit card info, because the hotel had changed from Travelodge to an independent. I was skeptical until I asked a few questions and got more answers about the transition, as I had booked months prior my booking was good at the rate given but they did not get my credit card info to secure the room. We arrived and were greeted by friendly desk staff. They got us checked in and headed to a room. We arrived and our keys unlocked the door but it wouldnt open. So down i went to the desk anf they told me to neet maintenance at the room. Soon the maintenance gal was at the room and showed us the problem was the door just needed to be forced a little harder. The handle appeared to be a little lose and the mechanism
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Date of stay: June 2018
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Responded 13 Jun 2018
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review with us, MikeD587. We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed being close to the beach, the pool area, and the friendly staff too. We have passed along your valuable feedback to our management team and apologize for the minor issues with the room as well as the lack of towels and dim light by the pool too. Comments like theses always help us do better, thanks for letting us know. It would be such a pleasure to welcome you back to our little slice of paradise one day soon. Thanks for choosing to stay with us! --Krissy
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67Stng wrote a review Jun 2018
San Antonio, Texas74 contributions50 helpful votes
Can't beat the price for that location. It's right in the middle of everything - you can walk to the beach, marina & tons of shops, restaurants & pubs. Breakfast included bacon, sausage, waffles, cereals and much more. I paid a small upgrade to get a room with a bayside view & it was worth it. My room was clean & comfortable. The bathroom did show some wear as there were cigarette burns on the tub & the tub faucet looked like someone had tried to pull it off... but it worked ok. Compared to the rates of other similar hotels in the area- I would stay again if I had the chance.
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Date of stay: May 2018
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Responded 12 Jun 2018
Wanda, thank you so much for the terrific review! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed the location being in the middle of everything, the complimentary breakfast, the bayside view, and the great rate too. Also, we have noted your comments regarding some aspects of the room that could use some upgrading, thank you so much for letting us know. We can't wait to welcome you back for a getaway one day soon! --Krissy
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Holly W wrote a review May 2018
2 contributions2 helpful votes
My first problem with the hotel and my biggest too was the elevator.The thing was beyond awful. It was scary! It schooled and creaked the whole ride. The paint and was pulling off the sides. The thing looked and acted like it hasn't been serviced in years. It was like something from a horror movie. We stayed on the top floor and took the stairs every time. I wasn't chancing it. Every guest we talked to said the same. My second problem was the limited number of bikes they had. They advertise having bikes and paddle boards, but you can't ever use them because there is only 3. They tell you that you can only ride for a hour to give all the guest a chance, but that rule isn't endorsed. People take the bikes and are gone all day and the staff do nothing. They might as well not even
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Date of stay: May 2018
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Responded 23 May 2018
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review with us, Holly! We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the nice staff, the good breakfast, the free popcorn and ice water, and the great work from our housekeeping team too. Also, we have passed along your valuable comments to our management team and apologize for the limited bikes and paddle boards as well as the elevator too. Our maintenance team will be checking that the elevator is safe and in working order, thank you for letting us know. It would be such a pleasure to welcome you back for another getaway one day soon! --Krissy
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S$155 - S$264 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
travelodge pensacola beach hotel pensacola beach, comfort inn pensacola, pensacola comfort inn
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Travelodge Pensacola Beach
LOCATION
United StatesFloridaFlorida PanhandlePensacola Beach
NUMBER OF ROOMS
100
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