TV Channel Guide

Gain access to over 200,000 TV shows and movies, and 30 million songs through apps like Netflix, Youtube, Pandora, Hulu, HBO Go, WatchESPN, and Google Play.

In Room Dining

Bringing our favorite flavors and dishes directly to you, enjoy elevated cuisine when you don’t feel like going out. Indulge in the comfort of your own room, without having to get out of your cozy plush robe and slippers.

Spa Lilliana

Spa Lilliana is a place to pause, breathe deeply, connect with yourself—or others—and let go. Our surroundings will inspire you, our spa will ground you.

9am-5pm | Daily

Ovide

An elegant, culinary adventure, Ovide brings together classic Gulf Coast flavors and southern culinary traditions. At Ovide, every dish is fueled by a passion for sustainability and seasonality that gives each bite incredible flavor unlike anything you’ve tasted before.

Breakfast 7am-11am | Mon-Fri
Lunch 11am-2pm | Mon-Fri
Dinner 5pm-9pm Sun-Thurs | 5pm-10pm Fri & Sat
Brunch 7am-2pm | Sat & Sun

Ara Rooftop Pool & Lounge

On the top floor of Hotel Effie, Ara Rooftop Pool & Lounge awaits! Named for the southern constellation, Ara is both a luxurious pool experience and a stylish rooftop lounge where you’ll find the finest wines, hand-crafted artisanal cocktails, and a delicious menu.

Pool Hours  7am-9pm | Daily
Lounge Hours 11am-9pm | Sun-Thurs 
11am-11pm | Fri & Sat


21+ after 8pm Fri & Sat

The Lobby Bar

TLB is Hotel Effie’s vibrant lobby bar where you can enjoy drinks and signature small plates that are perfect for sharing. Try one of the many craft cocktails created by our award-winning mixologist teams - we know you'll enjoy them all. 

3pm - 11pm | Daily

Sweetbay

At Hotel Effie’s very own Sweetbay Coffee you can expect the finest array of coffee drinks, tea blends, and of course, a welcoming smile. The best start to your day or a nice afternoon pick-me-up.

6:30am-11am | Daily

Things to Do

Hotel Effie is nestled in the heart of the renowned Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, so you know the ultimate destination is waiting for you. Sandestin is a unique place, a special community with such an abundance of activities you’ll wish you had a little more time off.

Resort Fee Amenities

The $45 daily resort fee includes a range of amenities and services designed to enhance your stay:

• Refreshing welcome beverage 
• Two, 4-hour bicycle rentals each day from 9am - 4pm (850) 267.6363
• One-hour complimentary kayak and boogie board rentals daily, weather permitting.
• Resort shuttle
• Two beach chairs and umbrella
• Beach Parking
• Effie's Cookies (daily at 5pm in the lobby)
• Access to the following Resort Amenities:
  • Four Championship Golf Courses
  • 15 Tennis Courts (Clay and Hard Courts)
  • Four Resort Pools
  • Jolee Island Nature Park
  • Miles of Jogging trails
  • Basketball & Pickle-Ball Courts
  • Hotel Effie and Sandestin® Fitness Center

About Effie

When we talk about charm, service, and a generous spirit, we do so with the utmost sincerity. These are not sentiments to impress, they come from the heart. This is a new hotel experience, but we come from a deeply rooted culture of genuine southern hospitality.