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The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

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Beach/ocean view
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains
Exterior
Front of property
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Bar
    Bar

Explore the area

Map
Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548
  • Wild Willy's Adventure Zone
    4 min walk
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    4 min walk
  • Okaloosa Island Pier
    6 min walk
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    18 min drive

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Pool View

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Gulf View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Dune View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed, View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

Stylish resort on the shore with 2 outdoor swimming pools
At The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach, hit the beach, dine on-site at Fish House or enjoy a drink at one of the resort's 3 bars/lounges. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach offers 335 air-conditioned accommodations with free toiletries and blackout curtains. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Premium satellite televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The shopping around The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Wayside Park. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants.
  • Free WiFi
  • Options for a bite to eat or a refreshing drink include 2 restaurants, a coffee shop, a beach bar and a swim-up bar
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a gym, mini golf and bicycles to rent
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the beach
  • 7 minutes by car from HarborWalk Village and 7 minutes from Destin Harbor Boardwalk
Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers. 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/cafΘ and a nearby 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 fitness centre, a garden and a terrace. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach was completed in April 2020.

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

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Fish House – This restaurant only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Island Grill – This café only serves lunch. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Tripp Tide Beach Bar – This bar is located on the beach. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (USD 15 per night)
  • Limited on-site 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

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 centre

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
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • 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 organised 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 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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 aged under 25 years old)
  • Resort fee: USD 32.77 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach towels
  • Business centre/computer 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 buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 23.95 per person
  • Self-parking fee: USD 15 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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-authorise 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

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

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1207 out of 2295 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 553 out of 2295 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 276 out of 2295 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 138 out of 2295 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 121 out of 2295 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lacey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had a good view of the gulf. Wish the AC would have a fan option to run all night and we forgot our box fan so the sleeping was ok. There is little sound barrier between the room and halls so we heard middle of the night parties. The breakfast buffet was good. The access to the beach and pool was not far at all. The staff was friendly. We did try the taco food truck that was very good. The beach chair was reasonably priced to rent the whole day -$45. Overall we would stay again but want a room higher up on the beach house side.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the Island is great from rooms , pools , to the walk on beach, very clean and comfortable area. We enjoyed. My husband rates it 10/10 it was our first time but we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ashley

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Aniversary vibes
One of my favorite places to take a reset. 3 hr drive from home, amazing views, love it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

agapitus, gainesville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

agapitus, gainesville

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Savanna

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

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place! Will be going back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

BARBARA, bayside

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My choice of this hotel was based on the number of stars given by everyone who left review, property condition was very poor and looked like needs renovations and updates to meet the 8.8 out of 10. How this hotel has got so much points with its popcorn like ceiling, motel looking rooms, holes under the doors and poor quality soaps in the bathroom. “The grotto” looked ok but everything around significantly showing signs of wear and tear, outdated. The smell of the chlorine wasn’t inviting to stay there too. Beds and towels were clean, it didn’t have carpet on the floors and people were nice. Ok, we were there for the beach… we loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

danny

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms not very nice not clean enough food way to expensive
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was not good, elevator full of water through the day . Too far from the dining
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dawn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was great! The resort was doing some maintenance so maybe that interfered a bit with the ambiance. The menu in the main dining for lunch was extremely limited, this was my biggest complaint. Overall I would recommend it to a family on a budget. The pool areas were great!!!! And one of the pools is heated.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Thong

Travelled with family and small children
The pool water not clean…
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Grotto pool was nice and had options for adults and kids for extra events. Ocean changed every day. Water accessible to drink in lots of places.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Boris

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rip off!
Paid $15 a day for parking, $32 a day resort fees for 2 rooms.Hotels.com didn't tell me about hidden charges. Not happy at all! It's a rip off!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the pools, front desk (especially Diamond) were fantastic, room was clean and beds very comfortable. The only thing negative about the Island at Fort Walton is there is not enough SHADE. There are NO umbrellas at either pool and with a temp of 96-98 degrees, you need some shade.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniella

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was beautiful and right on the beach! We couldn't have. Had a better time!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
The pool and swim up bar were excellent. Yet when we arrived they held $250 on top of what we already paid for the room for parking and other fees and I was unaware of extra charges till arrival. The rooms a/c did not keep up we were miserable at night with the air not going below 74. The hotel beach chairs and umbrellas were also an extra charge. Overall for what we paid in total we could gave rented a condo for the same price. Will not book here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Brittany

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking and close , clean, better then a lot of others here we visited.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Broderick

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Janet

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had only one lil issue and it was probably my fault for not informing the head desk,,, I'm disabled and it was difficult getting up and down the stairs at the island and was not aware there was no elevator otherwise wise I would have asked for ground floor I called before making reservations online and couldn't get any one
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Judith Kay

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