It’s hard to believe that just last week I was staying in one of the most beautiful places on this earth, Portofino Island Resort in Pensacola Florida. I had seen many pictures before I arrived at the resort but nothing could compare to seeing these amazing condos in person. But the outside is just the beginning as soon as you walk into the towers you are transformed into a world of relaxation and beauty. Our group were divided up into 4 different groups with 8 people staying in each of the condos. Our condo had 3 full size bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, a living room, dining room, entry way, laundry room, walk in closet and kitchen. Saying that this condo is large is quite and understatement! It’s very spacious especially for families. My favorite part of the condo was the HUGE wrap around balcony that was equipped with patio furniture and even a grill.
From the balcony you can see all sides of the ocean and it’s spectacular. I was able to see the sunrise and set all from the comfort of my balcony. I always feel a little uncomfortable when staying somewhere other than my home, but I didn’t feel like this at all at Portofino. The condo’s are all clean, comfortable and provide all the same conveniences that you would have at home. I loved the fact that they have a laundry room with a top of the line washer and dryer so you can dry your swimsuit or pack light knowing you can do a load of laundry at any time.
Portofino knows that you don’t want to spend your whole vacation in your room, so they have many activities and other things to do right on the property. There are 8 different pools spread out throughout the 5 different towers and they are conveniently located so you don’t have to walk far away from your condo. Along side many of the pools are a bar area where you can grab a bite to eat or have a fruity cocktail, I will say that the Portofino wins the best Bushwacker drink in Pensacola..by a landslide. The food at Portofino is pretty good and each time we ordered our waitress or waiter was quick and eager to make our stay enjoyable.
Portofino Resort is right on the water so with only a minute or two walk you will be right on the beach, and it is beautiful. There has been a lot said over the past few years about the gulf coast and the condition of the water but I’m hear to tell you it is clean, crystal clean and honestly the most beautiful beach I have ever seen. I love that you can see the bottom of the ocean as your swimming, we actually saw a family of hermit crabs swimming while we were doing blogger olympics. The resort also has a bunch of “swim toys” to play with in the ocean and when I say swim toys I mean trampolines, soft rock walls and much much more. It’s not just for kids. I wish we would have had more time to explore the resort but I am planning on looking into a family vacation with my mom and sister and staying at the Portofino. It’s amazing and I highly recommend you check this resort out if your planning a vacation in the Pensacola Beach area.
* I received a discounted stay as part of Brandcation.