Pensacola is located at the northwestern edge of Florida right near the Gulf of Mexico. Pensacola is a popular travel destination for many around the nation. This city has miles of Florida beaches, many hotels and resorts, and a variety of luxury condominium rental homes as well as house rentals. Pensacola has a college district that brings newcomers into the city most years. Those that like this area also tend to search West Pensacola, FL home rentals which is nearby. Both cities have quite a few ex-military and current military residents since there is a base close by.