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The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront resort near Okaloosa Island Beach

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Water view
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a wardrobe, and a wall with a beach mural.
A balcony with a view of the beach, white railing, and blue chairs.
3 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar, beach bar
A beach resort with a large building, clear turquoise water, and rows of blue and yellow umbrellas.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548
  • Place, Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Pool View

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Fort Walton Beach

Beachside getaway.Within a 10-minute walk of this Okaloosa Island resort, you'll find Okaloosa Island Beach and Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island. Wayside Park and Wild Willy's Adventure Zone are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wild Willy's Adventure Zone - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sura Korean Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪FUBAR Pizza Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Floyd's Shrimp House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Old Bay Steamer - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Aj's Oyster Shanty - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4-star beachfront resort near Okaloosa Island Beach
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub, a fitness center, and a children's pool. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and 5 meeting rooms. Event space at this resort measures 14004 square feet (1301 square meters) and includes conference space. A children's club, a vending machine, and a picnic area are also featured at the family-friendly The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Fort Walton Beach resort.

  • 335 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • 14004 sq ft of conference space
  • 1301 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1969
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach offers 335 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Premium satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (USD 15 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 23.95 for adults and USD 13.86 for children
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Hot tub

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
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with premium satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 125 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 250 per accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: USD 250 per stay (for guests under 25 years old)
  • Resort fee: USD 32.77 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach towels
  • Pool access
  • Hot tub access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 23.95 for adults and USD 13.86 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 15 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 125 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using exisiting bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach to the airport?

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach is 10.4 mi (24-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 The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

As of Jul 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach on Jul 8, 2026 start from $371, including 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 The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach.

How close is The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach to the beach?

This resort is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 23.95 for adults and USD 13.86 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

Free parking is not available at this resort. Self parking is available for USD 15 per night.

Does The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach have a pool?

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like a beachfront location and happy hour.

Does The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this resort.

How close is The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach to downtown Fort Walton Beach?

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach is 1.2 mi away from Fort Walton Beach.

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1665 out of 3309 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 748 out of 3309 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 490 out of 3309 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 207 out of 3309 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 199 out of 3309 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the beaches, had entertainment all the time. Keep you busy for families or couples. Would go there again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tearson Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yanara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay in this clean resort walking distance to great restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Garth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was nice, older hotel, clean, right off of the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Eulyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Good breakfast. Beautiful beach. Nice pools. Didn’t really need the car I rented unless I wanted to go on some of the boat rides and other activities in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for families
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very nice. Pools were awesome and the staff was great
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Curt

Nice beach location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Views were amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, close to the beach, several bar options
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Grissel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous view of the beach. Had an amazing time on my first solo trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very accommodating and friendly. The resort was perfect in every way. Clean rooms, beautiful pool, greay view of thr Gulf.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Priya

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The pool was enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Milan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location great stay
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very well located with restaurants on site and nearby. Hotel is clean, pool area is beautiful and hot tub. My favorite part is the beach, near the pier,. Nice outdoor seating area. Really enjoy my stay
Outside seating area
Beach view from our room
Pool
Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room overlooked the beach. Great room. Friendly staff. Close to a lot of attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view. Easy access to beach. Just what we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and all of the staff went above to take care of anything we needed. We really enjoyed our stay .
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ON THE beach
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was beautiful. Staff friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room looked over the beach after upgrading for $70 nite also the pools were enjoyable as one was heated the other was not so going in March it was a little chilly
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sunny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Great beach location. Great pools. Easy paid parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. Always very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

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