The Pensacola hotels offer a lot of variety, and there are good ones in all the right spots. You can certainly find some lodging gems near the city's white-sand beaches, and it is good to know that the downtown area is also home to some dandies. Regardless of where you choose to stay in the Pensacola area, great attractions are never far away, so broadening your horizons and considering the entire region is a good way to go.

Some of the most popular Pensacola Florida hotels can be found in Pensacola Beach and on the island of Perdido Key. These are definitely the best places to look if you want to stay at a beach resort, thanks in part to upscale condo resorts like the Portofino Island Resort & Spa in Pensacola Beach (pictured at top) and the Eden Condominiums Resort in Perdido Key. If you don't need a well-equipped condo, Pensacola Beach hotels such as the Holiday Inn Express and the Margaritaville Beach Hotel are well worth considering. They provide great rooms and welcoming amenities.

Thanks to hotels such as the Crowne Plaza Pensacola Grand (pictured) and the Sole Inn and Suites, Downtown Pensacola can make an excellent base when visiting the Florida panhandle region. The downtown hotels provide proximity to historic attractions, great restaurants, and some lively bars, and it doesn't take very long to get to the islands if you want to enjoy some beach time. Perhaps one of the charming Pensacola bed and breakfasts that are found downtown will pique your interest, or maybe you'll prefer a larger chain brand establishment that offers a mix of facilities to go with its well-equipped guest units. There are options to fit a wide range of tastes and budgets.

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Out near the Pensacola Airport, which is found to the near north of downtown, there are more hotels that can serve a variety of traveler needs. If you're just passing through the area on Interstate 10 and need an affordable place to stay for the night, this area has you covered. It can also satisfy the needs of air travelers who don't want to travel far before or after their flights. The Hampton Inn Pensacola Airport is arguably the best of the airport hotels, and up around Interstate 10 in the University Mall area are a number of budget friendly lodging establishments.

Both the downtown area and the University Mall area are where you will find the majority of the pet friendly Pensacola hotels. A good downtown example is the Residence Inn, while those who wish to stay in the University Mall area can choose from the Red Roof Inn, the La Quinta Inn, and a few others.

Whatever your interests or needs, there is likely a Pensacola hotel that can satisfy. Once you find the hotel that is right for you, booking a stay as soon as possible is the recommended way to go. The most popular hotels can fill up fast during the peak season. This is especially true during holiday times, such as the Fourth of July, and when special Pensacola events are going on. It should also be noted that during the peak season, which roughly runs from May to October, rates go up at most of the area lodging establishments.