Description

Top Reasons to Book this Palms of Destin Condo:

* New Paint, Flooring, and Furnishings

* Spacious, Shaded Balcony

* New Onsite Bistro and Bar

* Destin's Largest Lagoon Pool with 5 Waterfalls and a Whirlpool

* Kid's Playground, Tennis and Basketball Courts plus State-of the-Art Fitness Center

* Free Seasonal shuttle to Public Beach, Destin Commons, & Harborwalk Village. Henderson State Park at a small fee.

* Indoor Pickleball Court

* Walk to Bubba Gump or Joe’s Crab Shack

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*

Snowbird Season runs November thru February. For a quote, select an arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and a departure date (must be the 1st day of a subsequent month). Contact us for alternate date requests and further assistance! All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee.

Welcome to recently updated Palms Resort #1602. This lovely condo is a full 2BR/2BA featuring a king bed in the master bedroom, king bed in the guest bedroom, and full-size sofa sleeper in the living room to sleep up to 6 guests comfortably. Enjoy the beautiful custom furnishings, new flooring, and stackable washer/dryer for your convenience. You'll never want to leave the Palms of Destin where you will experience a true 'resort' experience. The 11,000 square foot, 259,000 gallon zero entry pool is DESTIN’S LARGEST LAGOON POOL. You'll be blown away by the 5 dancing waterfalls, walking bridges and spacious lounging area. There's a 21,000 gallon heated pool, children's splash area and whirlpool. Make lasting memories at Palms Resort #1602.

**This property does not allow parties of adults under the age of 25. No Exceptions. **

Located on 15 beautiful acres, The Palms of Destin Resort and Conference Center offers an unbeatable, upscale experience in the heart of Destin at an affordable price. As an exclusive guest you will enjoy Destin’s largest lagoon pool beneath swaying palms or simply enjoy our many amenities including kid's activities, fitness center, kids' playground, tennis and basketball courts. You'll also be within walking distance of Joe's Crab Shack, Bubba Gump Shrimp Factory, The Back Porch (a Destin classic), Ruth's Chris Steak House, Jim-N-Nick's BBQ and Hooters.

The 11,000 square foot, 259,000 gallon zero entry pool is Destin’s largest lagoon pool! You'll be blown away by the 5 dancing waterfalls, walking bridges, and spacious lounging area. There's a 21,000 gallon heated pool, children's splash area, and whirlpool spa.

The Palms of Destin Resort features a 2,265 square foot state-of-the-art fitness center including elliptical cardio treadmills, cross trainers, bikes and summit trainers each having a personal entertainment system.

The Palms of Destin offers full size basketball courts and two lighted tennis courts, with complimentary equipment available from guest services in the resort lobby. The Palms of Destin also offers lessons and clinics taught by USPTA and USPTR tennis professionals.

Seasonally, the resort offers a complimentary three-minute air-conditioned beach shuttle to the beach access beside the Back Porch restaurant. Additional shuttles run to Destin Commons and Harborwalk Village along with Henderson State Park for a small fee. Please inquire with the front desk for information on shuttle times. The Palms is a smoke free complex with an array of amenities. Some amenities are occasionally closed due to unforeseen circumstances.

The Bed Setup:
Master Bedroom: King Bed
Guest Bedroom: King Bed
Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

Area Attractions:
Close by is Destin Commons, a beautifully landscaped, pedestrian-friendly area and a great family venue where children will love to play in the interactive water fountains. Also, for the younger guests, a nautically/pirate-themed outdoor playground features a 1,750 square foot soft play area with various creatures from the sea, slides, and a treasure chest! Destin Commons also has a mini train for the kids. Destin Commons features over 75 shops and restaurants, including Godiva Chocolates, AMC Movie Theaters, and Bass Pro Shop.

Availability Calendar

Clear Dates

Bedding

Living Room

Sleeps: 2

1 Sleeper Sofa

Guest Bedroom

Sleeps: 2

1 King

Master Bedroom

Sleeps: 2

1 King

Amenities 36

Community Facilities

Gym/Fitness Room

Entertainment

Satellite or Cable
Smart TV
Television

Facility Amenities

Community Pool

Featured Amenities

Ocean View
Snowbird Friendly

Inside Amenities

Air Conditioning
Bathroom Essentials
Ceiling Fan
Central Air Conditioning
Dryer
Free Wifi
Heating
Hot Water
Iron & Ironing Board
Laptop Friendly Work Space
Linens Provided
Living Room
Shampoo
Shower
Smoke Detector
Washer

Must Haves

Elevator
Hot Tub
Pool

Outside Amenities

Balcony
Free Parking
Outdoor Furniture
Patio/Deck

Pool and Spa

Heated Pool
Outdoor Pool

View and Location

City View
Gulf View
Walk to Beach
Water View

Fall Savings 15% off 4+ Nights

Escape to the Emerald Coast this fall and enjoy 15% off when you stay 4 nights or more. Book between now and September 30, 2026 for travel from August 1 through October 31, 2026. Use promo code FALLFORFUN15 to plan your perfect autumn getaway.

*Offer is valid on new online bookings when you book by September 30, 2026 for 4+ night stays from August 1 to October 31, 2026. Cannot be combined with other offers. Exclusions and restrictions may apply to select properties.

Fall Savings 10% off 3+ Nights

Celebrate the season with our Fall for Fun getaway. Enjoy 10% off when you stay 3 nights or more. Book between now September 30, 2026 for travel from August 1 through October 31, 2026. Use promo code FALLFORFUN10 and start planning your perfect fall escape.

*Offer is valid on new online bookings when you book by September 30, 2026 for 3+ night stays from August 1 to October 31, 2026. Cannot be combined with other offers. Exclusions and restrictions may apply to select properties.

Mini Snowbirds

☀️ Mini Snowbirds, This One’s for You! 🏖️ Dreaming of a longer beach escape without committing to the entire season? Book a 14–27-night stay and enjoy 20% off your getaway with promo code MiniBirdy.

Book between August 21 and December 23, 2026, for stays from October 26, 2026, through February 28, 2027. Blackout dates, home exclusions, and other restrictions may apply.

*Offer is valid on new online bookings made by December 23, 2026, for 14–27-night stays from October 26, 2026, through February 28, 2027. Blackout dates apply November 24–28, 2026, and December 24, 2026–January 30, 2027. Cannot be combined with other offers. Exclusions and restrictions may apply to select properties.

Location

Reviews 5 (46)

Great experience!
- Reviewed On: 7/30/2026

Hi Lacey, thank you for the great rating and review. We’re glad you had a great experience at Palms Resort #1602 Full 2 Bedroom. We’d love to host you again. RealJoy Destin
Real Joy staff

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The condo was beautiful. The beds were super comfortable. We would love to stay here again! The owners were very responsive.
- Reviewed On: 7/17/2026

Great location, and loved the condo. We will be back!
- Reviewed On: 7/12/2026

Thank you for the 5-star review! Glad you loved the condo and its great location at Palms Resort #1602 Full 2 Bedroom. We hope to welcome you back. RealJoy Destin
Real Joy staff

I would definitely recommend. Was very spacious and comfy. We really enjoyed our stay and place looks just as pictures. If I ever visit Destin again, I would definitely stay here again . We absolutely loved and enjoyed our stay. Thank you for making it easy with all prior instructions before check in.
- Reviewed On: 6/12/2026

Hello Monica, thank you for the lovely review. I’m glad Palms Resort #1602 Full 2 Bedroom was spacious, comfortable, and matched the photos. Happy the pre-check-in instructions made everything easy. We’d love to host you again next time you visit Destin. RealJoy Destin
Real Joy staff

We loved the space, perfect for our family
- Reviewed On: 4/20/2026

We had a great time during our stay the apartment it’s beautiful, really spacious and clean the only issue I had it’s that I couldn’t enjoy the jacuzzi because every time I tried to go there was a bunch of kids playing there that’s my only complaint other than that everything was awesome
- Reviewed On: 4/16/2026

I had a great stay! I love the location was near the trash area and the elevators. It made it easy to dump trash and move in and out. The home itself was very clean and looks just like pictures. The condo is very spacious! I’ll definitely be back
- Reviewed On: 3/23/2026

Hello Fadline, thank you for the lovely review. I’m glad the convenient location by the trash area and elevators made moving in and out easy, and that the condo was clean, spacious, and matched the photos. We’d love to host you again! RealJoy Vacations
Real Joy staff

- Reviewed On: 3/20/2026

Thank you for the 5-star review! Glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope to host you again. RealJoy Vacations
Real Joy staff

Great area and nice amenities on site!
- Reviewed On: 3/15/2026

Thank you for the 5-star review! Glad you enjoyed the area and the on-site amenities. We hope to welcome you back to RealJoy Vacations.
Real Joy staff

Our family really enjoyed staying here. The space was just as described. It was close to everything! We will definitely be coming back!
- Reviewed On: 10/11/2025

Thank you for the great feedback! We're so happy to hear your family enjoyed the stay and that the space met your expectations. It’s wonderful that the location worked well for you, too. We’d love to host you again anytime!
Real Joy staff

Clean with great views. The staff were super nice and helpful. The cutomer service was also very good. Just one thing I wish was better is the check in time. But overall we enjoyed our stay at this property and would book it again in the future
- Reviewed On: 9/19/2025

The home was just as pictured, very clean and in a good location
- Reviewed On: 8/8/2025

Wonderful stay! So happy we choice here for our Destin vacation. I HIGHLY recommend. Realjoy are great hosts and the condo was amazing
- Reviewed On: 8/6/2025

Thank you for your kind recommendation, Jacob! We're glad the condo and our hosting met your expectations. We appreciate you choosing us for your Destin vacation and hope to host you again soon.
Real Joy staff

Great location and everything was as described. We felt very comfortable and relaxed during our stay.
- Reviewed On: 8/1/2025

Location was perfect, the resort had everything we needed, room and building was clean and had a great experience.
- Reviewed On: 7/6/2025

Thank you for your kind words, Megan! We're glad the location and resort amenities met your needs and that you enjoyed a clean and comfortable stay. We hope to welcome you back soon.
Real Joy staff

The stay was AMAZING! It was super clean and there was everything I needed. I highly recommend them for any Florida beach needs. They had everything we needed. The area was spacious and perfect!
- Reviewed On: 6/30/2025

Great location. Right across the street from a small public beach and not too far from more. Within walking distance to Back Porch and a couple other restaurants. Minutes from Destin’s Harborwalk. The Towers are a ways from the parking garage. The pool area was amazing.
- Reviewed On: 6/14/2025

Thank you for your fantastic review, Tyler! We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed the great location and found it convenient for dining and beach access. It's wonderful that you made the most of the amazing pool area as well. We appreciate you staying with us and hope to welcome you back for another memorable vacation!
Real Joy staff

nice place, but a little ways to the beach. very clean. Expected a little nicer and more comfortable furniture(like the couch) for the price. Would go again if the price was cheaper.
- Reviewed On: 6/1/2025

Hello Jeff! Thank you for your feedback. We're glad to hear that you found the place clean and enjoyable. We appreciate your input regarding the furniture and will consider it for future improvements. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back at some point!
Real Joy staff

Beautiful area, the room was very clean and has a great view. Will definitely be coming back
- Reviewed On: 5/26/2025

Hello Justin! Thank you for your lovely review. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Real Joy staff

Room 1602 at Palms was perfect for my family of 4. The condo was clean and the owners were just a phone call away. The pool was amazing and we were just steps away from the beach. We will be back soon.
- Reviewed On: 4/20/2025

This full 2 bedroom condo was perfect for my family of 4. We were steps or shuttle away from the beach. The condo was clean and the owners were just a phone call away. The pool at The Palms is amazing. My kids stayed out there all day. We will be back soon. jus just a phone
- Reviewed On: 4/13/2025

Betina, thank you for your review! We're happy to hear that the condo was perfect for your family and that you enjoyed the proximity to the beach and the amazing pool at The Palms. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Real Joy staff

This was our first time in Destin and we will for sure be back! We typically rent a house with it's own pool and hot tub but decided to try something different this time. And we really enjoyed it! There were 5 of us there and we had plenty of room. There is plenty to do in the area without having to drive very far. The beach is across and down the street but that beach is pretty small. We went to Henderson Beach State park and that is very nice. They also offer a shuttle which is a great option. We had a great time and will definitely be back!
- Reviewed On: 3/30/2025

Emily, thank you for your fantastic 5-star review! We're glad to hear that your first trip to Destin was enjoyable and that you appreciated the spacious accommodations. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable stay! -RealJoy Vacations Guest Relations Team!
Real Joy staff

Rental looked exactly like the picture. Good location. Nice location!!
- Reviewed On: 10/26/2024

Keith, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're glad the rental met your expectations and that you enjoyed the location. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff

- Reviewed On: 10/12/2024

Pamela, Thank you for the 5-star review. We hope you enjoyed your time on our beautiful beaches and will join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff

I really love the place. The condo was nice. It was clean. The staff at the resort was super accommodating and friendly. I would definitely go back!
- Reviewed On: 10/12/2024

So clean!
- Reviewed On: 10/4/2024

An unexpected luxury.

While it was a little disappointing not having direct access to the beach, my two young kids absolutely had the most amazing time thanks to the incredible pool and spacious living quarters. We plan on making this our vacation stay every time. No direct beach access. Not enough carts to haul luggage.
- Reviewed On: 9/29/2024

It was a wonderful stay, very comfortable and locations to restaurants and beaches make it an ideal place to stay.

The amount of natural light coming through the windows and glass doors is impressive. Large windows flood the space with soft, natural light, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere throughout the day. The glass doors not only enhance the sense of openness but also allow even more sunlight to filter in, contributing to the airy and fresh feel of the space. The natural lighting is particularly effective during the morning and early afternoon hours, making the room feel warm and energizing. It reduces the need for artificial lighting and enhances both the aesthetic and the ambiance. The rooms were spacious as well and the decor, furniture choices, and accent walls were a nice touch. Although the mattress topper was a bit too soft. I believe that maybe a 1 1/2 inch topper would be perfect. With all that said it was still a wonderful stay. Will definitely be back. PS Loved the gym. Was there almost every day! The sliding glass doors were hard to get open. Needs some grease to make them slide easier.
- Reviewed On: 9/22/2024

Muy buena
- Reviewed On: 8/12/2024

Our family enjoyed our stay! The shuttle was helpful, check in and out was easy, it was close to things we wanted to do which wa awesome and we enjoyed the pool! Things in the condo were as expected. Would stay again.
- Reviewed On: 8/3/2024

Carrie, Thank you for the 5-star review! We're glad your family enjoyed the stay and found the shuttle and pool helpful, along with the easy check-in process. We look forward to seeing you again soon! Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff

Nice condo, spacious, good views! It was a great fit for our family! The amenities were great as very and pool area is pretty big! Would definitely stay again!
- Reviewed On: 7/25/2024

Elizabeth, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your vacation. We're glad to hear the condo was a great fit for your family and that you enjoyed the views and amenities. We look forward to your return. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff

Everything looks nice, all in place, we have all we did to stay for a week. All supplies in kitchen and bathrooms. I love it. The only thing needs extra time for the cleaning to be perfect.
- Reviewed On: 6/22/2024

Ofelia, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that the supplies met your needs. We appreciate your feedback about the cleaning, and we will work on improving that aspect for future guests. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff

My children really enjoyed this short vacation. My son loved the pool area, the beaches are beautiful. The place felt just like home! Loved every bit of it!
- Reviewed On: 6/17/2024

Tamirra, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're thrilled to hear that your children enjoyed their stay with us. It's wonderful to know that your son had so much fun in the pool area, and that you found the beaches to be beautiful. We're glad the place felt just like home and that you loved every bit of it. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff

Excelente opcion para pasarla bien y tranquilo
- Reviewed On: 5/26/2024

Loved staying at this condo! It was exactly like the pictures. It was very clean and well organized. We will definitely come back to stay here.
- Reviewed On: 5/16/2024

Janet, thank you for the 5-star review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that the condo met your expectations. We hope you'll visit us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff

Condo was great. The beds were so comfy!!
- Reviewed On: 5/10/2024

Mikki, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the beds to be so comfortable. We hope you will join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff

Great location, easy access to pool, beaches and golf courses. Clean with all the amenities.
- Reviewed On: 4/7/2024

Maria, Thank you for the 5-star review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the beautiful accommodations and the convenient location with access to pool, beaches, and golf courses. We'd love to welcome you back for another wonderful stay. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff

- Reviewed On: 3/29/2024

Dustin, Thank you for the 5-star review. We hope you enjoyed your time on our beautiful beaches and will join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff

This was a great place to stay! Came for a girls trip but would also work for a small family. The space was beautiful and accommodated everything we needed.
- Reviewed On: 10/1/2023

Brianna, We're glad to hear that you had a great stay and that you had everything you needed for your girls trip. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff

Great place! Loved the 2 balconies. Close to shopping, restaurants and beach. Very clean and nicely furnished. Would stay again. Loved the 2 king beds.
- Reviewed On: 9/22/2023

Susan, We're thrilled to hear that you had a great stay and enjoyed the convenience of two balconies, proximity to shopping, restaurants, and the beach, along with the clean and nicely furnished space. We'd be delighted to welcome you back in the future. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff

My family and friends enjoyed our stay.
- Reviewed On: 7/23/2023

Teshema, We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had an enjoyable stay with us! Creating memorable experiences for our guests is what we strive for. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy!
Real Joy staff

We loved this condo!! It was the perfect height from the ground to be able to see the ocean from the balcony, but not feel absolutely terrified when you're outside lol. The pool was the best part of our entire trip. We would definitely stay here again!
- Reviewed On: 6/22/2023

Julia, Thank you for letting us know that you loved this condo. We’re glad you enjoyed the pool and the view from the balcony. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff

Great condo
- Reviewed On: 5/20/2023

The condo and location was perfect for anyone adults children seniors. Close to everything you could possibly need or want to do.
- Reviewed On: 4/18/2023

Dawn, we are happy to know that you thought this well-located two-bedroom, two-bath condo was perfect. Thank you for choosing RealJoy
Real Joy staff

We had a great time! The location was perfect and the place was very clean.
- Reviewed On: 4/10/2023

Erin, we are very happy to know that you enjoyed a great time while staying in this two-bedroom, two-bath condo, which you thought was very clean and perfectly located. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff

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