Pristine white sand beaches meet outdoor adventure at this coastal retreat where guests can play tennis, bike scenic paths, or explore nearby state parks
WaterColor Inn & Resort sits perfectly positioned between Seaside Beach and Grayton Beach State Park. Travelers spend days on beautiful white sand beaches, enjoy authentic southern dishes at three distinct restaurants, and sip refreshing drinks at the property's poolside bars.
Located on the beach, WaterColor Inn & Resort is in Watercolor, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside Beach. Blue Mountain Beach and Seacrest Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails and ecotours. Visit our Santa Rosa Beach travel guide
Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
51 min drive
Restaurants
Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar
9 min walk
Pickles
10 min walk
The Red Bar
6 min drive
Black Bear Bread Company
11 min walk
Chiringo
5 min drive
About this property
WaterColor Inn & Resort
Upscale family-friendly resort renovated in 2022 and located near Grayton Beach State Park
Located close to Seaside Beach, WaterColor Inn & Resort provides 3 poolside bars, shopping on-site and a playground. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining and sunloungers, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and southern cuisine. Enjoy on-site activities, such as basketball, hiking/biking and fishing. Dry cleaning/laundry services and 3 bars are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
10 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with a lazy river, a waterslide and cabanas
Free self-parking and valet parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and 5 outdoor tennis courts
A free beach club on-site, a TV in reception and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 67 rooms include comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11 AM for a fee: USD 12 to 21 per person
3 bars/lounges
3 poolside bars
3 restaurants
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Beach Cow
Costa Chica
Fish Out of Water
Gather Kitchen + Bar
WaterColor Grill
Things to do
10 outdoor pools
5 outdoor tennis courts
Basketball
Children's pool
Fishing
Free beach club
Free bicycle rentals
Hiking/biking trails
Kayaking
Lazy river
Outdoor pool (guest access)
Paddleboard
Playground
Shopping
Surfing/bodyboarding
TV in common areas
Waterslide
Family friendly
10 outdoor pools
Children's pool
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Lazy river
Playground
Waterslide
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Turndown service
Wedding services
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
On the beach
Pool cabanas (surcharge)
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
More
1 building
4 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 2002
Renovated entire property - March 2022
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Egyptian cotton sheets
Pillowtop mattress
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Desk
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Safe
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 61.6 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
Additional inclusions
Beach towels
Concierge service
In-room bottled water
In-room coffee
In-room safe
Internet access
Pool access
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 21 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Frequently asked questions
Does WaterColor Inn & Resort have a pool?
Yes, this property has 10 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at WaterColor Inn & Resort?
As of 20 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WaterColor Inn & Resort on 17 Aug 2026 start from Rp10.978.643, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is WaterColor Inn & Resort pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at WaterColor Inn & Resort?
Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property.
What time is check-in at WaterColor Inn & Resort?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at WaterColor Inn & Resort?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is WaterColor Inn & Resort located?
Nestled on the beach, this Watercolor resort is within a 10-minute walk of Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside Beach. Blue Mountain Beach and Seacrest Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
WaterColor Inn & Resort Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Wonderful property. Staff were so kind and helpful. Great location, all the extra special “touches” made it very memorable .
Can’t wait to go back again !
The resort was beautiful and the rooms were spacious. I really appreciated the daily turndown service and extra added amenities like treats in the room and treat suites. The beach view was beautiful and the pools were amazing. My family cannot wait to be back.
Fantastic Resort, Beautiful Location, pricey at $700-800/ Night. Staff is exceptional. Attention to detail impressive
Restaurant FOOW is just average food, mediocre service / beachfront/ stunning location
Beach chairs at $100/ day is excessive.
We will stay again
No detail left untouched - our stay was amazing! From the thoughtful additions of things like robes, slippers, room spray, a room of treats for the kids on every level, front beach access, beautiful pools and firepit areas, to the welcoming staff that felt like family by night 2... we will be back again and again!
The room was beautifully appointed with a perfect unobstructed view of the beach. Housekeeping went above and beyond. The treat suite alone is worth the price of admission. We found our new go to vacation spot.
What an incredible hotel stay. From the minute we checked in to our departure the staff was welcoming, helpful & extremely professional. You can tell they love their jobs. The room was immaculate with a beautiful view from the balcony of the blue green water of the gulf. (4th floor) I highly recommend this hotel that had 3 heated pools.
Great location, simply wonderful staff. Weather a bit cool, noisy construction nearby, however the exceptional staff more than made up for at every possible opportunity. They have our sincere appreciation.
Incredible hotel stay! I don't believe we have ever had a better stay at any hotel. The newly remodeled Watercolor Inn is beautiful - everything is brand new, including the attached restaurant, Fish Out Of Water.
All personnel were friendly and helpful. Room service personnel brought freshly-baked cookies every evening. Pool is wonderful. Location is very good, being a short walk to Seaside.
We will never stay anywhere else on 30A.
The location is the best. Staff were always friendly and very helpful. Amenities were top notch. The view was breathtaking. It turned out to be a healing place to unwind from the stressors if life.