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The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

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

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Beach/ocean view
Courtyard
Water view
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Okaloosa Island Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View, Poolside

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

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, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

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

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Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Pool View

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Gulf View

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

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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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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

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

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 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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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(74 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(92 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

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

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

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

About the area

Fort Walton Beach

Beachside getaway.Within a 10-minute walk of the resort, you'll find Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island and Fort Walton Beaches. Wayside Park and Santa Rosa Sound are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Boardwalk - Okaloosa Island - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rockin Tacos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Angler's Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Old Bay Steamer - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Al's Beach Club - ‬5 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 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.

  • 335 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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 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

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • 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

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.
  • 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 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

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.

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1366 out of 2575 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 607 out of 2575 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 315 out of 2575 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 157 out of 2575 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 130 out of 2575 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

thayer

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly and secure
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

CHARLES

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disappointed with this resort. Microwave & phone in room did not work, could not fix. Pool in wrong location, cold in pool area not enough sun gets to it. Beach is excellent, the properties best feature. Traffic on roadway is huge.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to just getaway from busy everyday lives and relax!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derick

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tiffany, Houston

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is right on the beach, which was perfect for my family. I stayed in the building that was beach side and I could tell they were renovated, so I appreciated that however for the cost it was underwhelming. The staff was amazing I did not experience and issues and they were truly kind and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views and fantastic staff! Modern facility with a tropical landscape done very well. One heated pool, one hot tub, one kiddy pool and one ginormous pool with waterfalls and a swim up bar! Great food choices on site - seemed expensive but other restaurants nearby were a lot higher. We will definetly return - loved it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice location, staff is great, food and drinks are great
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Heather

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was dirt, people up all night fighting in hallways, shower and bathroom walls were extremely dirty, pool was filthy with leaves everywhere
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

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

10/10 Excellent

OLIS W

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice for a quiet place to be.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Jaime

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Although the staff was extremely helpful and welcoming, the Property was not as clean as most people would like. We booked our stay through a third party so we were given a room facing the parking lot along the shared fence with the boardwalk. A very active parking lot where we heard fighting, yelling , cars reeving their engines and car alarms going off all night long. Having two young children with us we did not feel safe in that location. Before sunrise we went to the lobby asking for a room change due to the situation and were instantly given a new room on the opposite side of the resort. The location was much more quiet and felt safer. The room was exactly the same being a beach resort not always the cleanest but ok. What truly finalized my bad experience what the $8 bottles of water in the room and finding one was already opened and refilled with what I assumed was tap water. Very unsafe and unsanitary. Any child who would not know about the sealed cap could have drank it not knowing it was opened already. The property should remove that offering if they are unable to properly provide the guest with that reassurance.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rodolfo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Paris, Humble

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at this resort back in November as just a passing through booking. Boy was I pleasantly surprised with how beautiful the property is. The staff is outstanding as well. It led me to rebook for spring break with my family. Once again the property is gorgeous, family friendly, and amazing staff. Julietta in housekeeping is such a gem. Please give her a raise. My family loved her hospitality. My only disappointment during this stay was the bathroom shower. It was disappointing to see that it wasn’t cleaned prior to our stay. The walls had hair in multiple spots and the floor of the shower as well as the corners were covered in dirt/debri. After using a towel to clean out the shower myself, I then enjoyed the rest of my stay. This resort has outstanding staff and amazing views. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Spring break 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanity

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family stayed for Spring Break and WOW what a resort with anything you can think of. Dining options, entertainment, private beach access and all around fun for the whole family. Would highly recommend and can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Overall nice

The hotel and property was nice, clean and well maintained. The only issue that we had was that the hotel is very noisy. Walls seemed to be paper thin and you could everything from all sides and above. And since the ice machine was right outside our door I was able to hear the other guest on their 5 am ice run (why does one need ice so early?). Other than that I'd stay again. Ill just come prepared with a sound machine and some ear plugs.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025