St. Andrews State ParkvsPensacola Grand Hotel
St. Andrews State Park and Pensacola Grand Hotel are both rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, St. Andrews State Park scores slightly better than Pensacola Grand Hotel. St. Andrews State Park ranks #2 in Pensacola with approval from 3 reviewers including Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Rough Guide.
St. Andrews State Park
4607 State Park Lane, Panama City, FL 32408
From $0/night
- Pet Friendly
- Family Friendly
- Free Parking
Rough Guide
Star
"If you like camping right on the water, then this is the spot for you."
Fodor's
"A pristine 1,260-acre park that offers a peek at what the entire beach area looked like before developers sank their claws into it." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This peaceful 1260-acre park is graced with nature trails, swimming beaches and wildlife, including foxes, coyotes, snakes, seabirds and alligators." Full review
Pensacola Grand Hotel
200 E Gregory St, Pensacola, FL 32502
From $131/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide
"This hotel, incorporating the old 1912 train station, oozes character... The stylish rooms include free wi-fi and large flat-screen TVs."
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Freight trains still pass by – ask for a high floor if the noise will bother you.
Gayot
"This hotel was built in 1912 as a depot on the Louisville & Nashville railroad line. It has been on the National Register of Historic Places since 1978 and is now part of the Crowne Plaza..." Full review
Fodor's
"The Crowne Plaza has a 15-story glass tower, attached to the train depot by a glass atrium, and incredible views of historic Pensacola." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
1.0
"Showcases its history through its decor, period furnishings...recent visitors said they really enjoyed the historical and old-time feel of the hotel, and also had high praise for the friendly staff." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Built atop the historic 1912 L&N Rail passenger terminal, which now serves as the hotel lobby, this refurbished hotel has spacious, modern guestrooms, many with excellent views of the surrounding area." Full review