Sitting quietly on the Florida Panhandle overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, Pensacola has been a golf destination for many years. But it has only grown more popular with the success of PGA Tour stars and area natives Heath Slocum, Bubba Watson and Boo Weekley. This beach city, with dozens of golf courses, beautiful white sand beaches and many comfortable hotels and motels along the main drag of Highway 98, is a terrific home base for your Florida golf trip.
Crowne Plaza Pensacola Grand
The 15-story Pensacola Grand hotel has a long history dating to 1912. The uniquely designed lobby and lounges are housed in what was once the L & N Railroad Passenger depot. It is part of the Crowne Plaza family of hotels and is one of the top-tier hotels in Pensacola. With 210 guest rooms, restaurant and bar, full business center, exercise room and outdoor pool, the Pensacola Grand truly makes for a comfortable stay.
200 E. Gregory St.
Pensacola, FL 32502
(850) 433-3336
www.pensacolagrandhotel.com
New World Inn
Extensively renovated in 2009, the New World Inn is one of the true boutique hotels in Pensacola. Each room is individually decorated, and every day you'll have a newspaper delivered to your door and be able to start your day with a deluxe continental breakfast. 600 South is a tapas restaurant on-site that features live music and lively atmosphere.
600 S. Palafox St.
Pensacola, FL 32502
(850) 434-7736
www.newworldlanding.com/newworldinn.htm
Courtyard Pensacola Downtown
Located in the heart of the downtown district with easy access to Highway 98, the Courtyard by Marriott Downtown provides reliable, comfortable accommodations within an easy drive to some of the best golf in the area. The outdoor swimming pool has a fireplace and a fountain, the fitness center is state of the art and the hotel provides a full breakfast buffet for guests every morning.
700 E. Chase St.
Pensacola, FL 32502
(850) 439-3330
www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/pnspc-courtyard-pensacola-downtown
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