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Hotel Defuniak
Enjoy this Paris themed luxurious ground floor room that sleeps up to 6 people. Upon entering, there is a small wet bar and mini refrigerator. The master suite has a king-sized bed, TV, and bathroom with the ability to close the dividing wall for privacy. The adjoining bedroom has bunk beds. The bottom bunk has a spacious full-sized mattress while the top has a twin-sized mattress.

This room has its own closet and TV with cable as well. Located in the heart of the City of DeFuniak Springs historic district, Victorian village. Stay with us in our recently remodeled guest rooms and relax!
Reviews (21)
Mary G.
Mary G.
Jan 25, 2022
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It was exactly what I expected for the age and the history of the building. Call me in a bit old world.
Kasen Wally
Kasen Wally
Oct 03, 2021
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Really a hidden gem compared to the chain hotels, it has been newly remodeled and has a lot of character! But our mini fridge didn't work and the sink could have used an extra scrubbing. Otherwise, wonderful place.
Trudi W.
Trudi W.
Sep 26, 2021
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Driving to the keys from Texas. Called a couple hours out from this hotel and was able to book a room. This place is gorgeous! Lots of charm and nostalgia! What makes it even better was the hospitality of the owner! He upgraded our room, personally showed us around the hotel.
Our sleep was great and we enjoyed our stay! Would definitely recommend!
Virginia Leibrick
Virginia Leibrick
Aug 31, 2021
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I had no idea when I booked the reservation, but this place is rich with spooky & haunted history. Reminded me of The Shining. Not for true empaths, as my friend actually got bad anxiety & sick here. I, however enjoyed my stay & would recommend to friends.
Greta Perry
Greta Perry
Aug 29, 2021
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I almost hate to write this review as I don’t want others to know how great this place is. This was our second stay there and it did not disappoint! The owner/head chef, Ernie, is a hoot. New Orleans hospitality and delicious food in this charming hotel. For a quaint sleepy town, this a great stop! Walk around the lake In the morning and enjoy coffee at the local coffee shop.
Daniel McMullen
Daniel McMullen
Aug 26, 2021
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Really cool boutique hotel with tons of charm. The rooms are spacious with beautiful high ceilings. On-site restaurant Cafe Nola is worth checking out as well!
Deborah Jarvis
Deborah Jarvis
Jun 12, 2021
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Did not want to pay tourist prices for 1 night in Panama City so drove drove the 45 minutes to the historic bed and breakfast. Other than a squeaky door, the room was perfect. I have not slept that good in a long time. We were not able to enjoy the breakfast because we did not know that we were supposed to ask for it the night before. However there were 2 very nice ladies that offered to go to the restaurant and get us some breakfast as we were leaving...I did not want to have them do extra work because of our mistake so we told them it was fine. We had dinner at the Nola Cafe/Restaurant and it
Jim Hale
Jim Hale
Dec 31, 2020
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We had a most pleasant 2-day stay (December 3 & 4, 2020). Chef Ernie was very gracious and positive and a great cook. We enjoyed visiting with him and the staff was very friendly. The hotel and restaurant were like French Quarter, New Orleans. The food reminded us of some of the excellent restaurants in New Orleans. Seafood Gumbo was made from a very dark rue and reminded me of the Gumbo at Mr. B's in New Orleans.
Supremacy Bryan
Supremacy Bryan
Sep 19, 2020
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It’s right there the beautiful restaurant Nola Cafe! Me and my wife went there for romantic date yesterday get away from our kids for a night. When we were done with our nice dinner we went and get our room in this hotel we could feel quite and calm whole night so much better away from our kids!!! Thank you chef Ernie you’re doing awesome and success business you are make all of customers happy with food and guests more feel comfort stay in hotel as well :)
Ophelia B.
Ophelia B.
Aug 31, 2020
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One night, I went to the infamous haunted Hotel Defuniak Hotel. Won a lot of cool prizes. I even got to see Room 8 where the hauntings occur. It is said a man in a top hat, a lady in a blue petticoat, and children ghosts roam around the place. Thinking of planning a fun ghoulish spend a night party with my friends in a room here one day. Spirits with spirits...

Since the 1920s, The DeFuniak Hotel was known to have a haunted suite. Many guests have reported that Room 8 is very active. Known as the "Aviary Room," both housekeeping and guests have reported witnessing the ghosts of two
Kit C.
Kit C.
Dec 27, 2019
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This hotel is nothing like it was advertised. It was just a bed. No breakfast or staff during our three day stay. They stated a refrigerator and a microwave it each room. Our first room had neither. Our second room had only a small fridge. The hotel had no list of activity or restaurants in town and no staff on the premises at night during our stay. We were truly disappointed after all the hype from the website. We will not be recommending this bed and breakfast to our friends and families. The Christmas light event was beautiful but we had to find out all the events info on our own. Next
Claire T.
Claire T.
Oct 03, 2019
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The beignets for breakfast were amazing and the service is pretty good. The bed is not bad and and people are nice. But: They never pick the phone at night and we were arriving at 2am.
Sandra B.
Sandra B.
Jul 11, 2019
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This hotel is absolutely beautiful. The room was lovely. The shower was huge and the water from the shower came out hot. This hotel was perfect from the moment we walked in. We were both very pleased that we stayed here.
Mr. L.
Mr. L.
Jun 04, 2019
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I stayed here during a thunderstorm back March 11, 2019. The place is near a Tesla supercharger. The main chef Ernie is from NOLA as I recall and served up some great food. The place is an old hotel that's been renovated. There's nothing in this town really but a Walmart and Tesla supercharger as far as I could tell. They have a small historic library right by a large lake. I would stay here again if I needed a place for the night and a good meal.
Lyssa B.
Lyssa B.
Jun 01, 2019
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Chef Ernie is phenomenal! His cooking is straight from Nola and is delicious. He and the rest of the family and staff are so helpful and gracious. My stay was so pleasant and such a better choice than a bigger hotel. The room is well appointed and the bed is super comfortable which is important to me. I felt so at home and treated like a princess. I mattered! Thank you to all the staff who made my experience memorable!! I stopped here on a long road trip and I did not want to leave.
Andrea R.
Andrea R.
Apr 20, 2019
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As far as the decor and atmosphere this is definitely a place to stop and see. It does take you back in time. However if you need a place to rest and spend the night I would not recommend. We had been driving for 10 hours and needed a place to stay for my husband myself our 9 year old and mother n law. We rented the presidential suite. It was next to the highway with a glass door to the street beside the trash cans that the restaurant uses all through the night and after hours while they clean. We were woken up all hours and no rest. We have 5 hours to drive this morning. As far as breakfast that
Jeff S.
Jeff S.
Mar 29, 2019
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Chef Ernie and his staff are the best! They are friendly, attentive, and work hard to ensure you enjoy your stay at the Hotel Defuniak. The hotel is a beautiful throwback to an age when traveling through charming towns rather than speeding down a highway full of cookie cutter chain motels. The old school neon sign, lobby with keys in the wooden slot box behind the counter all add to the experience. Factor in the ornate furnishings and fireplace and wooden staircase are just the beginning as you make your way to your room on the second floor. Clean, well lit, and comfortable is the best way to describe
William S.
William S.
May 17, 2018
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I am a fan, because I love old buildings being brought back to life. The rooms at the hotel are very nice, but a little rich for my blood. I eat at the restaurant when I can, they have several dishes I like. I love gumbo, but can not understand why they make theirs without okra, a little touch of "all spice" would be good too. My wife loves the club sandwich. I've only been there in early afternoon, so it is casual dress, but not sure about night time. Very nice place!
Roger R.
Roger R.
Apr 28, 2018
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We selected the hotel because it was different from the usual chain hotels and inns we had been staying in on a vacation in the South. We found ot charming, the food in the adjoining restaurant very good, and the suite we occupied very comfortable. As is true in most small towns, the staff were very accomodating and fun to interact with.
Wendy G.
Wendy G.
Mar 21, 2015
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We live out of town and were looking to host a surprise engagement party for our daughter and fiance. I needed to be able to walk in the door (yelling surprise!) and walk out when it was over. Thomas and his staff did a wonderful job! We had a delicious, fresh variety of finger sandwiches, cheeses, fruits and spreads. We did not bring in any outside decorations as we found the Hotel to be beautifully appointed. We also felt the per person charge was very appropriate. We had 25 ppl and we had plenty of room to visit and mingle. I would highly recommend this venue!
Jerry A.
Jerry A.
Nov 06, 2014
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This restaurant location is now owned and operated by the hotel. Was traveling through DeFuniak headed to Destin and stopped for lunch. Was pleasantly surprised when we selected the Hotel DeFuniak Deli for lunch. Deli has nice selection of hot and cold sandwiches and delicious salads.

Restaurant area undergoing minor renovations, however the Deli had a very tasty lunch menu. They have a Chef with two Sou Chefs that have great plans for their restaurant opening in mid November.

The Hotel DeFuniak is an old facility that has been completely renovated over the years and is a hidden "jewel"