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The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4.0 star property

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Water view
Beach/ocean view
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains
2 restaurants, lunch served
3 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar, beach bar

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

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)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View, Poolside

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

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(40 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Gulf View

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

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 this property

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

Beachfront resort with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
At The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach, hit the beach, dine onsite at Fish House, or enjoy a drink at one of the resort's 3 bars/lounges.
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.

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

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
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym, mini golf, and bike rentals
  • Guests have great things to say about the family-friendly amenities and the clean accommodations
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Okaloosa Island Beach and 14 minutes from Destin Beaches
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
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 fitness center, 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 buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Fish House - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Island Grill - This café serves lunch only. 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.

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

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Mini-fridge
  • 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

  • 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

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

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1969
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - April 2020
  • 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

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

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

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.

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 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 buffet breakfast: approximately USD 23.95 per person
  • 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

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-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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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.

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1553 out of 2946 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 705 out of 2946 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 376 out of 2946 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 166 out of 2946 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 146 out of 2946 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

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Katie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melisa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karli

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stacy

Liked: Staff & service

Okay

Food & bar service was great Room was ok but very loud at night
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We had a great time. Some of the staff were rude. Others made up for their rudeness. Great Gulf view and easy access to beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first family vacation and we'll absolutely be back. There was so much for our daughter (8) to do along with us! We didn't rent a car so choosing a location with multiple food options was a must and even better with the boardwalk being a 2 minute walk for even more food and fun!! Singo was a great time and we loved the activities for the kids at the Grotto pool and the "Dive In" movie! Only negative would be the front desk lady was rude and so was one of the bartenders, otherwise everything was so wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It was so beautiful and well kept.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never Again

The room was very basic and not in good shape. the front door didn't close unless you pushed your shoulder into it. The sink drain had a leak that dripped down onto all the towels and wash cloths which were all soaked when we arrived. the shower head was a large square shower head but water came out of less than 50% of the holes due to terrible water pressure and it being incredibly dirty. upon checking in they told us that the breakfast buffet was around the corner in the morning, so first morning there we went and it was a standard nothing fancy continental breakfast. This would not have been an issue until they charged us 85$ to eat it. this was only due to the fact they decided to not charge us for one of my kids. 2 adults and 1 kid price was 85$. the meal had all the normal cheap bacon, powdered eggs, yogurt, and granola. We were very unhappy about the entire stay at this "resort" and will never recommend this to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tiffany

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Internet was mood good, the safe and keurig were broken in my room. It was extremely noisy and the staff were not that friendly. This was my third time going and we loved it the first year. Every year just kept getting worse.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jaime

Travelled with family
Property is dated but clean. Two great pools, easy beach access with limited parking by the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
My family had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Audel

Travelled with family
The location of the Resort is great. Walking distance to many restaurants and attractions. The condition of the hotel needs some updates. Parking lot gets pretty full after 8pm.Breakfast buffet is a bit expensive. Overall I would recommend to families with kids.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My kids and I stayed at the Island at Fort Walton Beach for 5 days. They had a lot of fun events throughout the day to attend and the live music on the deck by the beach was great. The resort was beautiful! There were a few restaurants and shops within walking distance. We could walk to the Okaloosa Island Pier and the Gulfarium. We were also only a few minute drive to Destin. I had only two concerns: the resort charged an additional $30/per day resort fee at check out. So be prepared to be charged the additional fees. (The front desk staff were not all that friendly or very customer service oriented.) And the breakfast buffet "discounted rate" was $25.00 per person. The food was not worth $25. Other than that, we loved the resort and the time we spent there. We felt safe and the resort was clean and well kept. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Herbert

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Antonia

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it here.Right on the beach. Is in between a lot of places to eat and things to do. Staff was very friendly. Very clean. Had a leak in the room and money was taken off bill when we checked out so they made it right. Will definitely be returning.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Todo excelente!! Muy buen hotel pero notamos mucha suciedad alrededor de la piscina!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025