The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4-star beachfront resort near Okaloosa Island Beach

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

3 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar, beach bar

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Housekeeping
Breakfast available
Parking available
Room service
Pet-friendly

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Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548

Place, Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
‪5 min walk‬
Place, Wild Willy's Adventure Zone
‪5 min walk‬
Place, Okaloosa Island Pier
‪6 min walk‬
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Good

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View, Poolside

Excellent

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Very good

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Good

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds (Dune or Gulf View)

Good

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

Good

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Gulf View)

Excellent

Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

Wonderful

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

Good

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Gulf View

Excellent

Ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

Excellent

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Pool View

Very good

Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Dune View

Very good

Beach view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

About the area

Fort Walton Beach

Beachside getaway.At this Okaloosa Island resort, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Wayside Park and Santa Rosa Sound. Wild Willy's Adventure Zone and Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island are also within half a mile (1 km).

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What's nearby

Fort Walton Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Wild Willy's Adventure Zone - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Okaloosa Island Pier - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

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
‪Rockin Tacos - ‬3 min walk
‪Upper Deck Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk
‪The Crab Trap - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4-star beachfront resort near Okaloosa Island Beach

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

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)

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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CA $129 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 15 - Dec 16

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

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.

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
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.

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL, Tucson

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner

Nov 11, 2025

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

Travelled with partner

Nov 2, 2025

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

Oct 28, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Oct 3, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tisa

Sep 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful resort!! Will be back!!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Sep 7, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with partner

Sep 7, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The staff were all friendly and helpful. The mural wall in our room was coming apart at the seam. All of our towels were stained. We booked a gulf view room thinking we’d have a quiet view, but our room also overlooked a busy “courtyard,” live music, and a bar, so it wasn’t quiet. The room info stated that the store was open 24 hours. We went down at about 7:30 am and it was closed. A sign directed us to the front desk for assistance and they said they didn’t have a key. The food offerings at the onsite restaurant were limited. I was looking forward to seafood and there were only a couple of seafood options, neither of which were of interest to me. The breakfast buffet was hot, fresh, and everything tasted good. Check in was quick and easy. The scent in the lobby and buildings (strong floral—gardenia maybe) can be overwhelming. If you get migraines easily, this may be a trigger.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRIANNA, New Richmond

Travelled with group

Aug 27, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I loved the swimming area and the little grotto bar!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LEO

Aug 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Loved the pool

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group

Aug 20, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Pretty Good Little Spot

This is a super cute little resort if you don't mind kids being around. The rooms could use an upgrade and drinks and food in the "resort" are a bit pricey. That said, the staff is very nice and I love the pools.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Annamicka

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner

Aug 20, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

The property looks lovely until you look closely. We stayed in the bottom floor which was great, the cleaning staff was very polite, check in and out was fine, our first day breakfast was okay we payed for 2 buffet’s and our son ate from ours but we were still charged for his breakfast 14+taxes and also on the savons day we informed the server of having two breakfast payed for already and she then asked to charge it to our room, I told her we already payed for the adult meal we would pay for the cereal our 4 years old had again 14+ but she brought us a receipt for 71$ so we had to tell her again she then reversed the 71$ and only charged for our sons cereal. The room was average, but had lots of work that need to be done, there were lots of rust on everything (shower, door handle, light fixtures, fridge, hanger rack, chair)and the entry door was a struggle to close but my husband figured it out. There are a few more this but I’ll leave it there! The pros!! It’s close to the beautiful beach, there pool was nice, they host events and the hot tub was nice, the property grounds we very clean and they have an happy hour!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Crystal

Aug 20, 2025

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

Trip to Destin

We enjoyed the relaxing pokl and the beautiful scenery from our room..

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

AGUEDA

Travelled with partner

Aug 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Thank you

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

mari

Aug 19, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jane

Travelled with family

Aug 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Staff & service

The property was clean & well kept. Our room was always clean. We were really unhappy with the location of the room. We felt we were in the middle of the parking lot, we were next to the kitchen delivery door, & it toward the end of the week smelled like we were next to a septic tank. We asked at the desk several times to be moved. Quite honestly, I felt mostly ignored. We were told to check every morning. People came & went in droves but there was never a room of the same type available in another location. I don’t believe there was never a room that emptied in the AM that we could move into & put the newcomer in the room we had. Unfortunately this ruined my husband’s special birthday. The desk staff appeared to not want to do the extra work. Originally we were told we booked thru a third party & I felt they paid less attention to our complaints.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony David

Travelled with family

Aug 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

After I booked and paid for the trip on Expedia, when I arrived I had to pay an additional $350 on a credit card for “fees”. When I asked what the fees were the desk clerk straight up said,” it’s just a way that hotel to make more money.” Also, I included the breakfast on my itinerary, but still had to pay for breakfast at the hotel. They just charged it to my credit card.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Aug 18, 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shane

Travelled with partner

Aug 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Overall, I give this property a 4 start rating. The facility and rooms were clean, the staff was nice. The breakfast buffet was really good, pancakes, French toast, hash browns, eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits and gravy, fresh fruit and cereal. I did see some confusion with some rooms included the breakfast buffet, and some did not. This was not made clear when you arrive and at $25/person, that can add up. The pools were ok, the one with the waterfalls was always dirty. We stayed in room 4008 and it was clean. The air conditioner was very loud and not working well, room stayed around 74 degrees, which for us is too warm to sleep. The walls are very thin, we could everytime someone got ice, elevators opened and anything going on at the pool. There’s not much to do in this area, we flew in and did not rent a car, so you were kinda stuck there.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with partner

Aug 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Made a last minute reservation here after leaving a subpar competitor. This place is a great value for the price. I wish I would have found it sooner. Will definitely be back!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Travelled with family

Aug 17, 2025

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

this hotel has everything in a resort

have been going to this hotel for decades...the rebrand and upgrades are definitely a plus...sad to loose the splash park but its nice to know there are gathering places now..food was great, service was friendly

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latasha

Aug 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

I loved everything about this property the location the entertainment was very good

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

oksana

Aug 17, 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with family

Aug 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Breakfast was good bed and pillows were great . Could not turn off A/C though so kinda got cold in room.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

allen

Aug 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Glad they were kind

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry, Kalamazoo

Travelled with family

Aug 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Pricing has doubled on beverages since last year. Food choices changed, too much pasta for a hot climate. Would be nice to have rice choices and maybe stir fry.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

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Food and drink

Things to do

Accessibility

Room amenities

Entertainment

Bedroom

Bathroom

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Policies

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Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Optional extras

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The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach Reviews

Reviews

Very good

8.6/10

8.6/10

8.4/10

8.0/10

8.4/10