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The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4.0 star property
Ocean-view resort with a swim-up bar, near Okaloosa Island Beach

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Beach/ocean view
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, towels
3 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar, beach bar

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

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Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548
  • Popular LocationBoardwalk on Okaloosa Island4 min walk
  • Popular LocationOkaloosa Island Pier6 min walk
  • Popular LocationEmerald Coast Convention Center8 min walk
  • AirportFort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)17 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Great resort property with excellent on property food. Splurge and pay for the ocean view it is worth it!
Homer
Jul 26, 2024
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About the neighborhood

Fort Walton Beach

Located on the beach, The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach is in a walkable area with great shopping. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Emerald Coast Science Center and Goofy Golf. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, snorkeling and water skiing adventures can be found near the property.
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What's nearby

  • Wild Willy's Adventure Zone - 4 min walk
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 4 min walk
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 6 min walk
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 6 min walk
  • Emerald Coast Convention Center - 8 min walk

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Boardwalk - Okaloosa Island - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rockin Tacos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Al's Beach Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Angler's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Crab Trap - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

Eco-certified family-friendly resort by the ocean
Consider a stay at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach and take advantage of a swim-up bar, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. With a white sand beach, beachfront dining, and sun loungers, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Be sure to enjoy lunch and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and mini golf.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with sun loungers and a swim-up bar
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, beach umbrellas, and a ballroom
  • ATM/banking services, luggage storage, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews say great things the family-friendly amenities, beach locale, and pool
Room features
All 335 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Daily housekeeping, desks, and phones

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

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 parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 23.95 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Fish House
  • Island Grill
  • Tripp Tide Beach Bar

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 14,004 square feet of conference space
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

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

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1969
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

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
  • Recycling
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll 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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 23.95 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 15 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

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
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 uses a grey water recycling system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

As of Jul 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach on Aug 25, 2024 start from $196.9, 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.

Is The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

Self parking is available for USD 15 per night. Limited spots are available.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Fort Walton Beach resort is within a 10-minute walk of Wayside Park and Fort Walton Beaches. Wild Willy's Adventure Zone and Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island are also within 5 minutes.

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1078 out of 2080 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 515 out of 2080 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 251 out of 2080 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 128 out of 2080 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 108 out of 2080 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Homer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort property with excellent on property food. Splurge and pay for the ocean view it is worth it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Pool was dirty and rarely cleaned. Rooms were extremely small. The hallways wreaked of weed.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Deidra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

john

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. But drinks where very very weak and very very expensive
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed here at least 2 times a year for the past 6 years and have never had a bad experience!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Very nice atmosphere and central to activities and attractions. Clean and everything worked. Leaving a 3 for front desk staff, they had me change my room 2 times, each time plunging me deeper into the "Dungeon" rooms of the property, I would have much preferred to stay in my original room. Call center on the other hand deserve a 5 for accommodating me after a very significant Airline flight disruption.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colbey

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family has stayed at this hotel for years, even back when it was the Ramada! I remember the first year it opened after the renovations— WOW! This hotel is the perfect blend for the Okaloosa area. Its traditional, fun, beachfront location accompanied by the clean and modern updates make it such a good place to stay. The aesthetics such as the patterns in the elevators, string lights outside, waterfall/creek, pool/beach bars and refreshing decor allow you to truly feel like you are on a resort without a single worry in the world. It remains family-friendly, so people of all ages are able to enjoy. The location is right by the Pier, with plenty of options for shopping, dining, and drinking! A wonderful tribute to the fun and joy Okaloosa Island always brings!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

NICOLE

Traveled with family
the parking is a major issue we had to park on the opposite side of where we were staying also on the beach if you are not renting the blue chairs you are not allowed to sit in front of them and use your own chairs or umbrellas you had to walk to either ends of the line of chairs to use your own stuff which was a huge inconvenience walking that far away from the beach entrance of the resort. and I have yet to get the proper refund from the hold on my credit card when we checked in .
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Princess

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
This property is great. The only thing I didn’t like is how small the rooms are for the price they are charging. But over all love this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Gilberta

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A motel room with resort prices and the bar hours are not smart and paying for parking is ridiculous…
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this resort. Beautiful pools and activities for the whole family. Close to all the action in Destin without the traffic congestion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

CAROLYN

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Pernell

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Crystal

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort will nickel and dime you. Many unexplained “resort fees”. About half of the staff are not friendly or helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing resort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

shawn, miamisburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

denny

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing I really didn’t care for was the breakfast Buffett. Some of the food you could tell it had been sitting there for a little bit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Fabiano, Winter Garden

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities
the hotel was below what we expected. the gym is in another complex, the beach huts are for rent and the staff is very rude. the room hallways were stinking of fish. an old, noisy hotel that is not worth the price they are charging. we will not return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bashar, Kenner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice but they charge tax for parking its crazy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went with my three daughters to celebrate my 60th Birthday. We loved the place. Totally would recommend and do it again. The only real downfall is there is no place to put your clothes etc. Storage is very limited
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Outdoor Pool & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
4.0