Guest Reviews
★★★★★ 4.9 of 5 average
Great location, great resort
by Jackson MI
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Resort was very nice. Everything was as depicted online. The email communication was superb. Check in was quick and painless. Overall experience was great. Weather was nice but could have been better further south.
Submitted on Mar 29, 2024
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
Dave,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review! We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us at Holiday Surf & Racquet Club. It's fantastic to know that everything met your expectations and that you found unit 117 to be as depicted online.
We're especially pleased that you found our email communication to be superb and that your check-in experience was quick and painless. Our team works hard to ensure that all aspects of our guests' stays are seamless and enjoyable, so it's gratifying to receive such positive feedback.
While we're delighted that you had a great overall experience, we're sorry to hear that the weather could have been better. Nonetheless, we hope that the beauty of our surroundings and the amenities of our resort helped make your stay memorable.
We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for another fantastic stay in the future. If there's anything else we can do to enhance your next visit, please don't hesitate to let us know.
Warm regards,
Holiday Surf & Racquet Club Guest Services Team
Unit 117
by Johnstown CO
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
It was great! The unit was as described. Enjoyed both the pool and playing pickleball. Staff was very friendly. It was great to be part of snow birds. The beach service was not free.
Submitted on Mar 23, 2024
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
Tammy,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay in unit 117 and found it to be as described. It's wonderful to know that you were able to take advantage of the pool and enjoy playing pickleball during your time with us.
We're glad to hear that you found our staff to be very friendly and that you enjoyed being a part of our snowbird community. We apologize for any confusion regarding the beach service. Please note that complimentary beach service is not included in snowbird rates due to the special discounted rates offered during this period.
Thank you once again for choosing Holiday Surf & Racquet Club for your stay. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back in the future.
Warm regards,
Holiday Surf & Racquet Club Guest Services Team
Best place on earth
by Oklahoma City OK
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Very clean up to date unit perfect location easy access to beach
Submitted on Nov 14, 2023
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
Steven,
Thank you for taking the time to share your glowing review! We are so very excited to hear that you consider our place the "Best place on earth." Your kind words about the cleanliness and the up-to-date unit are truly appreciated. We take pride in maintaining high standards, and it's rewarding to know that our efforts have contributed to a positive experience for you.
We're also delighted that you found the location to be perfect with easy access to the beach. Providing our guests with a convenient and enjoyable stay is always a top priority.
If there's anything specific you loved about your experience or any suggestions you have for us to make your next stay even better, please feel free to share. We look forward to welcoming you back to our little slice of paradise in the future.
Thank you for choosing us, and we can't wait to host you again!
Holiday Surf & Racquet Club Guest Services Team
Beautiful room everything we needed was there and more.
by Cypress TX
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We have been staying at Holiday Surf every summer for almost 20 years. This year by far was the best. We have stayed in several rooms over the years but this room was beyond my expectations. It was beautiful, very well designed, had everything we needed. The staff was wonderful, everyone from housekeepers, pool guy, maintance, and especially the front desk. Every morning I enjoyed talking to them. They were so nice and any concerns I had was addressed immediately. This place is worth spending your summer vacation at.
Submitted on Aug 15, 2023
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
Donna,
It is always a pleasure to welcome you back to Holiday Surf & Racquet Club. We are happy to hear that you once again enjoyed your stay and we look forward to welcoming you back next year.
Holiday Surf & Racquet Club Guest Services Team
Great Stay!
by Lee's Summit MO
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Great condo! Very clean and cute. Had everything we needed. Beach service was great as well. We have stayed here several times and this was one of the best condos we have been in.
Submitted on Jun 18, 2023
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
Hi there Jeanie, and thank you for your review! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay, and that you loved unit 117! We hope that you will return for a visit soon!
Spring Break 23
by Gallatin TN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We had a great experience here!! The condo was clean, it was SO convenient being so close to everything. We will definitely stay here again.
Submitted on Mar 16, 2023
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
Heather,
Thank you for letting us know that you had a great experience during your stay with us at Holiday Surf & Racquet Club. We enjoyed having you as our guest and we look forward to welcoming you back soon,.
Fun family beach trip
by Lincoln NE
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We enjoyed visiting Destin and staying at this place. It was super close to the beach and had lots of amenities. We learned how to play shuffle board and got better at tennis.
We would recommend this place to people that enjoy being active. Fun in the sun!
Submitted on Apr 16, 2022
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
Angela,
It's such a joy to hear that you learned how to play shuffleboard and got better at tennis during your stay with us. We enjoyed having you as our guest and thank you for your recommendation of Holiday Surf & Racquet Club. We hope to welcome you back soon.
Holiday Surf & Racquet Club Guest Services Team
Great Stay!!
by beaumont TX
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Beautiful location, super friendly and helpful staff. I would love to stay here again. Thank you to all that helped.
Submitted on Mar 22, 2022
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
Larry,
We are pleased to hear that you had a great stay. We enjoyed having you as our guest and we hope to welcome you back again.
Holiday Surf & Racquet Club Guest Services Team
Our favorite vacation spot
by Saint Peters MO
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We love Destin and Holiday Surf. This was my third stay and have always had a great experience! We love the beach chair service and the tennis/pickleball courts. I utilized the laundry and gym...both were clean and easy to access. I’ll be returning next year!
Submitted on Aug 30, 2021
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
Tina,
Thank you for choosing us again. We always enjoy having you as our guest and we look forward to welcoming you back next year.
Holiday Surf & Racquet Club Guest Services Team
15th year at HRSC
by Gilbert AZ
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
We have been coming to HRSC since 2006 and it’s always been an awesome experience. We were a bit disappointed this year as our condo wasn’t ready until just before 5pm. We’ve never waited this long to get into our rental before. When we got there at 3 we were told it was in inspection, for 2 hours? Frankly we’d been up for 36 hours at that point and just wanted to relax. Our condo was very nicely updated and very well equipped! The check in situation won’t prevent us from returning, it was just out of the norm from our previous years there.
Submitted on Aug 18, 2021
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
Anthony,
We were so happy to be able to host you again this year. We do apologize for the delayed check-in time. Unfortunately due to COVID procedures and short staff for housekeeping at times, it has made this year, unlike others. We are committed to making sure our guests have the best experience possible and we constantly working on making sure everything runs as smooth as possible. Anthony, you are a valued guest and we hope to continue to welcome you back for many more years to come.
Holiday Surf & Racquet Club Guest Services Team
Family vacay
by Muldrow OK
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
This was a multi family vacation and with most of us staying on the bottom floor snd having the conveniences so handy, this was on of our best vacay’s ever!! We have small children but felt safe enough for them to run between rooms from patio to patio. Beach was exactly what we needed!!
Submitted on Jul 5, 2021
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
Pamela,
We are so excited to hear that you had the best vacation during your stay with us. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your family vacation and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Holiday Surf Racquet Club Guest Services Team
Nice room. Updated. Nice place to stay.
by Plaquemine LA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We stayed in room 106 and it was updated and a very nice stay. The light under the microwave was burned out and I could not find a dust pan to sweet the sand into. It would be a huge plus if the owners had something like a little shark vacuum for people staying there to use to suck up all of the sand that gets tracked in.
The one thing that we did not like was that there are no washers and dryers in the unit. So we had to lug our laundry to the 4th or 6th floors. This would not be such an issue if towel exchange was offered every day instead of just on Tuesdays and Fridays. People are on vacation when at the beach and the last thing you want to have to do is make several trips to and from the laundromat. Towel exchange daily should definitely be considered and if that is impossible, every other day at the bare minimum. Other than that we enjoyed our stay. We will call before booking next time to see if there are more towel exchange days available than twice a week.
Submitted on Jun 22, 2021
Super nice!
by Humboldt TN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
This condo was so cute and clean! I loved that it was on the first floor and provided easy beach access and parking lot access. It was quiet and peaceful. Location is great, and the beach was not overly crowded. We also liked the DVD rentals for rainy days or just hanging out at night. Condo had everything we needed. Only dislike was that the couch was not super comfortable. Other than that, would definitely stay here again.
Submitted on Apr 18, 2021
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
Erica,
Thank you for staying with us at Holiday Surf & Racquet Club. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay and we appreciate your feedback. One of our top priorities is to ensure our guest's quality of stay is top-notch. You are a valued guest and your comfort is important to us. We will be sure to look into your concern further with the couch to see how we can address the issue. We enjoyed having you as our guest and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Holiday Surf & Racquet Guest Services Team
Wonderful Time
by CINCINNATI OH
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We had a great time with here. The location was perfect. Service was great. Amenities good. Family oriented complex
Submitted on Apr 13, 2021
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
Carol,
We are pleased to hear that you had a great time while with us at Holiday Surf & Racquet Club and we look forward to your next visit.
Holiday Surf & Racquet Club Guest Servies Team
Spring Break
by Albion MI
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We had a great time at Holiday Surf. We stayed in unit 117 and would do so again. Weather was great and we will be back.
Submitted on Apr 12, 2021
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
William,
We are pleased to hear that you had a great stay with us at Holiday Surf & Racquet Club. We enjoyed having you as our guest and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Holiday Surf & Racquet Club Guest Services Team
GREAT VACATION
by Oxford MS
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Perfect condo for close to the beach. Impressed with the upgrade.
Submitted on Oct 6, 2020
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
Shelby,
Thank you for staying with us at Holiday Surf & Racquet Club We hope you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Holiday Surf & Racquet Club Guest Services Team
Father's Day Weekend
by BUFORD GA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Great place and location. This particular weekend they were working on the beach which was somewhat of a nuisance. It was our first time in Destin and we had to look at that all day/night while looking out at the beach. They said they were done Sunday but we left on Monday morning.
Submitted on Jun 24, 2020
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
Jennifer,
Thank you for choosing Holiday Surf & Racquet Club for your first trip to Destin. You are a valued guest and we appreciate your feedback. We do understand the nuisance of having our beach restored and we do apologize for this inconvenience. We are pleased to say the beach restoration is finally complete. We do hope you will have the chance to return to enjoy all of the new white sand. As always It was a pleasure having the opportunity to host you and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Destin.
Holiday Surf & Racquet Club Guest Services Team
Favorite Place on Earth
by Newhebron MS
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We have come here for the past two years and we love it and wouldn’t stay anywhere else! It is safe, very clean and everyone that works here is so nice!!
Submitted on Oct 2, 2019
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
Renee,
We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to your next visit.
Holiday Surf & Racquet Club Guest Services Team
Beautifully renovated beach condo
by Brentwood TN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Our family of five stayed here very comfortably. We have theee kids 11, 8, and 6. They have a pull out couch and a super comfortable pad for the couch. Then they have two foldable twin beds with three piece cushions that you tie down. They were as comfortable and could use another layer of an egg crate but for young kids they were fine. The king bed was wonderful and their decor was lovely. We were right near the pool right outside the gate which is what we wanted to keep little ones from getting in the pool alone. It was a great unit and I would highly recommend it. The only thing I wish it had was hooks on the wall on the patio. There were none and you are not allowed to hang towels and swimsuits on the railings to dry so we were hanging things every place we could which was annoying because all the seating was taken. But other than that minor issue it was great!
Submitted on Aug 3, 2019
small but nice
by Murfreesboro TN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
we knew the unit was small because we have stayed in one bedroom units before. Being on the ground floor is perfect : walk out the back porch to the beach and tennis. Recently upgraded and remodeled, all was fresh. Only one issue : the mattress in the master bedroom needs to be replaced, sags in the middle. Otherwise, nice place for a couple to stay and be close to everything.
Submitted on Mar 24, 2019
Quick Getaway
by Bartlett TN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We enjoyed our time at the Holiday Surf& Racquet. The room was nice, the mattress was a little uncomfortable, but was sleep-able. My only problem was that I received a coupon code the day after I booked the room and when I called about it, I was told I couldn't use it because the room was already booked. I was not happy about that.
Submitted on Nov 3, 2018
Great Stay!
by Flowery Branch GA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Perfect location, nice staff, nice unit. Would stay here again. The only issue was that the bed sagged a bit.
Submitted on Oct 20, 2018
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
Thank you for your feedback on your recent stay at Holiday Surf and Racquet Club. We will certainly address the bed replacement with the owner. Please let us know when you are able to come back down!
Love this place!
by White Bluff TN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Have stayed here several times now but this was the first time on the ground floor. The view isn't as good from there but it is hard to beat the convenience of walking out the back door to the pool or beach and being able to park right outside your door. No wrestling with luggage carts , shopping carts, and elevators. We will always come back to HSRC!
Submitted on Oct 18, 2018
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
We appreciate you taking the time to send your feedback and review of Holiday Surf and Racquet Club. Please let us know when you are able to come back down!
Room 117
by Fort Worth TX
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Our experience was wonderful as always. Look forward to next year !
Submitted on Sep 25, 2018
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
We are very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Holiday Surf! We appreciate your feedback! Let us know when you are able to come back down!
Thank you- Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
Our visit in Room 117
by Terre Haute IN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We love HSRC. We have been here nearly 8 times. We enjoy the beach set up, the tennis courts, the swimming pool, and of coarse the views. The renovations look great as well as the updated rooms.
Submitted on Aug 1, 2018
Family vacation!
by Trussville Alabama
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We really enjoyed this condo and it's ground level location. Being able to walk out the back patio to head to the beach/pool and not have to wait on an elevator was really convenient. Loved the updated decor and very clean. Large living room and bedroom. Kitchen and bathroom was on the smaller side. Only negative was my fault for not reading into unit description - No washer/dryer in the unit. I have never stayed in a unit that didn't have one so I assumed it would be there. Conveniently located to many shops/restaurants. You could even bike/maybe walk to a few. Would recommend this unit to a small family or couple.
Submitted on Jul 26, 2018
Another great stay in Florida!
by Mansfield TX
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Our stay was perfect! The room was clean, comfortable and only steps from the beach! We look forward to visiting again. Thank you!
Submitted on Jun 28, 2018
May vacation
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We really enjoyed our stay. The room was very nice and very convenient.
Submitted on May 28, 2018
Great place to stay!
by Indianapolis IN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
This is my 5th time staying at Holiday Surf and Racquet. I have been very satified with the condos that I have stayed in each time. The access to the beach and heated pool is perfect especially from the 1st floor! I will be back in October! I will continue to stay at Holiday Surf every time I visit Destin!
Submitted on Apr 1, 2018
Great time in Destin
by Leasburg Mo
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Overall everything was very good. The room we had could use some upgrades, (mattress & bathroom). It was clean & close to the beach which we love.
Submitted on Oct 9, 2017
Response from Holiday Surf and Racquet Club
Kathy,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We always enjoy having you as our guest and we look forward to your next visit.
Holiday Surf & Racquet Club Guest Services Team
Pre Irma retreat
by Chattanooga TN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
I've been coming to HSR for 39 years. It is my only destination in Fl. This unit needs some TLC! The bathroom wall was caving in, the microwave didn't work and the sliding door wouldn"t lock.
Submitted on Sep 13, 2017
July 2017 Stay
by Toomsuba MS
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
Overall my stay was fine. Bed could use a new mattress, long past due to be replaced
Submitted on Jul 24, 2017
We love HSRC -location and amenities
by Union Town OH
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
We love Destin and this was our 3rd stay at HSRC. The 1st floor is so convenient. Happy to have carpet in LR for my kids. DVD didn't work.
Submitted on Jul 6, 2017