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Candlewood Suites Pensacola - University Area by IHG

2.5 star property

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Exterior
Studio Suite, 1 King Bed
Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Room amenity
Exterior
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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1953 Northcross Ln, Pensacola, FL, 32514
  • Place, West Florida Hospital
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, University Town Plaza
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Grizzly Axes
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Room amenity

Studio Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Pensacola

With a stay at Candlewood Suites Pensacola - University Area by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Pensacola, within a 10-minute drive of Pensacola Bay Center and West Florida Hospital. .This hotel is 13 mi (20.9 km) from Pensacola Naval Air Station and 1 mi (1.6 km) from University Town Plaza.

What's nearby

  • West Florida Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University Town Plaza - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Grizzly Axes - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Cordova Mall - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Pensacola State College - 7 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola Station - 9 min drive
  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bubba's 33 - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Candlewood Suites Pensacola - University Area by IHG

Candlewood Suites Pensacola - University Area by IHG offers 95 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 42-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Pensacola hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include rice cookers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility.

Make yourself at home in one of the 95 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. 42-inch LED televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property enforces quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from March 10 2026 to March 15 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Hallway
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night (maximum USD 250.00 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per night (maximum USD 250.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool and fitness facility with adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Candlewood Suites Pensacola - University Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 451 out of 689 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 689 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 689 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 689 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 689 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, lots of room, comfortable bed and the staff was really helpful and nice checking in!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sue

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Rick

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Douglas

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy check in friendly staff clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Millie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Trina

Liked: Amenities
Some cleaning overlooked
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dante

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dante

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Star

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Zoe

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

CARRIE

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Great staff. Building/room is clean. Some areas are showing their age.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dena

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Azaria

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Clea
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

MaJaana

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Levantz

Liked: Staff & service
The staff were very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naiza

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All excellent!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025