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Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Okaloosa Island Beach in Fort Walton Beach

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Exterior
Lobby
Breakfast meal
Property amenity
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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127 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548
  • Place, Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Pier
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Fort Walton Beach

Seabreeze stay.A stay at this Seabreeze hotel places you steps from Miracle Strip and within a 5-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound. Also, Timpoochee Trail is within half a mile (1 km) and Liza Jackson Park is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Emerald Coast Science Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 8 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lost Pizza Co. Ft Walton - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Shack - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG

Hotel near Okaloosa Island Beach in Fort Walton Beach
Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 334 square feet (31 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG also features a terrace, coffee/tea in a common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This Fort Walton Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 96 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 334 sq ft of conference space
  • 31 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG offers 96 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 49-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Fort Walton Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central Hotel
Express Fort Walton Central
Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central
Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG is 10.7 mi (22-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG?

As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG on Nov 5, 2025 start from $71.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 10.7 mi (19-min drive) from Destin Beaches and 3.5 mi (8-min drive) from Okaloosa Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG features an outdoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG to downtown Fort Walton Beach?

Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG is 1 mi away from Fort Walton Beach.

Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 456 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 456 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 456 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 456 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 456 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast options were subpar. 2meats should’ve been served. Week later still no deposit returned
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

VAN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank You for storing our cold groceries
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo, Norwalk

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was fantastic. Very accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately the hotel had bed bugs. My wife and I have several bites.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nebraska to Sunshine state

Close to beach, safe area, close to food and shopping
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Great stay

Loved it great place comphortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay. The ac was super cold, the room was clean, no excessively loud noises considering we were there for a holiday weekend. The breakfast was decent- kind of a miss for me, but thats only because I'm a vegan and there werent many options for my dietary restrictions. I wouldve liked to have seen some fresh fruit. Overall, it was a nice stay close enough to the beach, but far enough away to not be too noisy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Veronica

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

DANIELLE

Disliked: Staff & service
My reservation was canceled without giving me any notice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy, Longview

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel ans atay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daron

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bobbie

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Liked: Staff & service

It’s ok. It not $200 worth

Older hotel that is clean but in the pics you cant see how they just painted the bath tubs and the room smells like mildew when you walk in to the room. Maybe ok fo4 like $100 a night but not more.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
everything wasgood
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
I called ahead of time and asked for a conference room area and was prepared to pay however, I was told I could use the meeting space without an additional charge since it would be for just 2 people - upon arrival, the desk clerk stated I could use the room but the next morning a different front desk clerk would not allow me to use the room stating it was "the lead sales ladies room" (which was not in use the entire time I was there) and when I asked if they had another space or could I continue to use my room she threatened to charge me for another day. All this to include, new furniture arriving for the (what seem to be) entire hotel. I would not even complain about the noise and inconvience but with the limited walkways and busting up boxes outside my door all evening but now I'm pretty upset about that also. Many other hotel options around and I will use a differnet one next time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Martinez

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property was dirty due to active construction.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
There was a major remodel in progress while there with no disclosure
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025