The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront resort near Fort Walton Beaches

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Water view
Exterior
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Pool View | Living area | 50-inch TV with satellite channels, streaming services
Courtyard

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • 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, Okaloosa Island Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View, Poolside

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

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Dune or Gulf View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds (Dune or Gulf View)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(112 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Gulf View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(59 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(78 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Gulf View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(113 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

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

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Dune View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Fort Walton Beach

Beachside getaway.Within a 15-minute walk of this Okaloosa Island resort, you'll find Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. Wayside Park and Santa Rosa Sound are also within half a mile (1 km).

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) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angler's Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Old Bay Steamer - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Upper Deck Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rockin Tacos - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Crab Trap - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4-star beachfront resort near Fort Walton Beaches
Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities like umbrellas and sun loungers. Bring your whole family to The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach for summer fun including 2 outdoor swimming pools, mini golf, and a children's pool.

There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. 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. This beach resort also offers a hot tub, a fitness center, and a garden. 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
  • 2 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • 14004 sq ft of conference space
  • 1301 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1969
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • 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
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • 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 pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

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
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Mini golf
  • Playground

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
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • 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 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: USD 150.00 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
  • Business center/computer access
  • 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 10.2 mi (18-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 Jan 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach on Jan 29, 2026 start from $88.8, 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 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?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

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

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1562 out of 2960 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 707 out of 2960 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 375 out of 2960 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 167 out of 2960 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 149 out of 2960 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had yo pay for parking wven though the hotel was pretty much empty and hit with fees that werent included with the hotel stay. Other than that was a great quiet place with a great view
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL, Tucson

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was wonderfully nice. Breakfast was amazing and the front lobby smelled delightful! For some reason we were given a room made for those in a wheelchair. It was a little annoying but not enough to warrant changing rooms. Overall, 5 stars 🌟!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seldy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything, just not happy about having to pay for Parking , but I guess a lot of hotels do that now
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was very pretty but unheated pool was too cold and we had a theft from our vehicle. Loved the beach but room had no drawers for clothes. The bath was okay but slippery shower floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori, Allentown

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very impressed with this property. We had a beachfront view which was stunning. The breakfast buffet was good, wish the food could have been warmer. Pools were nice, liked that they continually played music. The only complaint I have are the towels. Especially the beach towels, thin and small.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room beach view was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay! One day I will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen Mary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay with lots of amenities restaurants the beaches were gorgeous it's fabulous
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Erica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only one of the pools is heated. Slow service at on site restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Heather

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All the staff were very friendly. The beach view was gorgeous. We loved the pools and all the amenities available
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Adam James

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beach was nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Sherry

Traveled with family
Buffet was not included per Expedia advertisement, additional fees to pay at resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Alena

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Rooms were much smaller than the website made them appear. There is no elevator to reach the upper floors. This made it hard for me since I have arthritis.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diliya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis, Dryden

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great hotel on the Gulf with the most amazing sand. What an amazing find
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Angela

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our door to hallway had such a gap in it that you could see outside and hear everything, had to call security because our neighbor was blasting music, it was a college sorority week, and security guy said “ it’s the weekend and there is a wedding downstairs, I told security to come to my room and listen, it was definitely our next door neighbor, he told them to quiet down but that didn’t last for long. The shower had moldy caulking that needed fixing and pictures online bathroom looked nothing like the bathroom we ended up with. Will not be staying there anymore:(
Bathroom we got
Bathroom moldy caulk
Gross bathrooms with mold
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melvin D. Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place didn’t know about resort or parking fees until check in.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to shopping and dining. The pool area is amazing and fun activities for guests. Easy beach access. Friendly staff. Parking is the only difficult thing, but to be expected during prime season and nice facility.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025