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El Matador #323 * Beach Chair Set Included * DON'T MISS FALL BREAK!

Beachfront condo near Fort Walton Beaches

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A beach view with palm trees, a wooden gazebo, and a white fence.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a chandelier, a decorative mirror, and a view of the ocean through a balcony.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A beach with white sand, blue umbrellas, and a notice sign.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 697 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Place, Fort Walton Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Rosa Sound
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the area

Fort Walton Beach

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this Okaloosa Island condo, you'll find Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. Also, Santa Rosa Sound is within half a mile (1 km) and Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center is within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Fort Walton Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Santa Rosa Sound - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 5 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gi Jade - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lost Pizza Co. Ft Walton - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Beachview - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

El Matador #323 * Beach Chair Set Included * DON'T MISS FALL BREAK!

Welcome to your perfect Gulf Coast retreat at El Matador Condominium #323 in the heart of Fort Walton Beach. Gated Okaloosa Island Beachfront complex with 24 Hour Security, two pools, tennis courts, an indoor whirlpool and sauna, shuffleboard, library, bar-b-que area, and an exercise room. Nestled next to a protected preserve, this peaceful retreat will keep you coming back.

This stunning 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom condominium offers an idyllic setting with a prime gulf front location.

As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a spacious, modern open-concept layout that seamlessly blends the living, dining, and kitchen areas. The expansive windows allow natural light to flood the space, offering breathtaking ocean views that are best enjoyed from the private balcony.

The master bedroom features a plush king-size bed, ensuring a restful night's sleep, while the second bedroom has a cozy queen bed. For additional guests, the living area offers a comfortable sofa bed, accommodating up to six guests in total. The master bathroom boasts a tub/shower combo and there is a half bath in the hall.

El Matador Condominium #323 is designed with your comfort and convenience in mind, featuring a fully equipped kitchen with all the amenities you need, including a dishwasher and modern appliances. The resort-style living includes access to a communal heated pool, hot tub, fitness center, and community laundry area ensuring there's something for everyone.

Venture out to explore the local area, and you'll find yourself just steps away from the pristine beaches of Fort Walton. Spend your days lounging on the sand, swimming in the crystal-clear waters, or trying your hand at some thrilling water sports. Nearby, the Emerald Coast Center for the Arts offers a vibrant cultural scene, while the Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier provides excellent opportunities for deep-sea fishing. For a taste of local flavor, visit the bustling restaurants along Miracle Strip Parkway, including the renowned Shipwreck Island.

Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, El Matador Condominium #323 offers the perfect blend of luxury and comfort. Book your stay today and create unforgettable memories in this beautiful coastal paradise.

Discover Okaloosa Island 🏄‍♀️
For over 100 years, vacationers have fallen in love with Okaloosa Island’s soft white sand and emerald-green waters. Nestled between Navarre Beach and Destin, this family-friendly destination offers something for everyone—golfing, water sports, fishing, shopping, amusement parks, nightlife, and award-winning dining! Want to shop? Head to Silver Sands Premium Outlets or Destin Commons, just a short drive away.

To further enhance each stay, Salt Water Vacations partners with Xplorie to provide one (1) complimentary admission each day of your stay to some of the area’s most popular attractions, ensuring fun is included every day. Restrictions Apply. For questions, please contact one of our reservation specialists.

Why Salt Water Vacations? â›±
For over three decades, we’ve been creating unforgettable Emerald Coast memories. From booking to check-out, our local team is here with insider tips, personalized service, and a wide selection of beautiful homes and condos.

Families return year after year—and we can’t wait to welcome you too!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,042 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is El Matador #323 * Beach Chair Set Included * Salt Water Vacations to the airport?

This condo is 11.6 mi (20-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does El Matador #323 * Beach Chair Set Included * Salt Water Vacations have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is El Matador #323 * Beach Chair Set Included * Salt Water Vacations to the beach?

This condo is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does El Matador #323 * Beach Chair Set Included * Salt Water Vacations offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at El Matador #323 * Beach Chair Set Included * Salt Water Vacations?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at El Matador #323 * Beach Chair Set Included * Salt Water Vacations?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at El Matador #323 * Beach Chair Set Included * Salt Water Vacations?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does El Matador #323 * Beach Chair Set Included * Salt Water Vacations have a pool?

Yes, there's a heated pool.

Does El Matador #323 * Beach Chair Set Included * Salt Water Vacations have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is El Matador #323 * Beach Chair Set Included * Salt Water Vacations to downtown Fort Walton Beach?

This condo is 1.6 mi away from Fort Walton Beach.

El Matador #323 * Beach Chair Set Included * DON'T MISS FALL BREAK! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location , beautiful beach quite and clean
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Views & Perfect Family Getaway

My family and I traveled to Fort Walton Beach for the first time and we absolutely loved it. The El Matador is a hidden gem and our unit was exactly what we needed
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family beach trip

Our whole family loved how laid back and quiet this part of the beach in fort Walton is! We will definitely be back to El Matador!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

We had a fabulous visit. The location is perfect, the condo was great for our group of 4 adults. We would definitely rent this spot again. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

The view was beautiful and the beach was not too crowded
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ocean view was beautiful, clean unit and Salt Water Vacations went out of their way to make us feel welcome. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Overall great stay! Beautiful location and very resort like feel with all of the green spaces. The only negative was there was no washer or dryer in the room. These were located on the premises and quarters were needed to utilize. Everything else was fantastic. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice condo with a great view!

Very nice comfortable unit at El Matador, which is our favorite place to stay. Had everything we needed. The balcony furniture was nice and we enjoyed sitting out there. We had a small issue with a sink drain, called reported it and within a day it was fixed. Salt Water Vacations were great, checked on us a couple of times. Very nice!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

The unit and property is perfect for a beach vacation. It was clean and well appointed. Beds r a little soft but very comfortable. They have 2 pools, tennis, workout facility and sauna which we enjoyed. Convenient to beach. That being said I would highly suggest a welcome note or book that has information about the property. I had to make numerous messages to get the code for gym and to find out info for how to access sauna and whirlpool. The management team responded quickly which was appreciated. I would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was clean, shower was poor, not enough good cooking tools, beach view was excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pricey

We have stayed at this property many times and always enjoy our time. We have stayed in several different condos over the years. This was no exception to the quality. However that being said I believe I was charged for a full week without realizing I was paying for a full week and we only stayed 3 nights. My bad, I know, and it was a holiday weekend; however, I do believe I paid too much.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a great vacation!!

The condo and property was as advertised. Clean, manicured landscaping, attentive staff, and a gorgeous view of the ocean, beach, and pool from the condo balcony. We were closer to the beach than what the pictures seemed believe it or not. We will definitely keep this destination at the top of our list for return visits!! Steve G
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and clean

Very happy with the cleanliness of the unit, well maintained and updated. Maintenance was out cleaning the pool daily and the grounds were kept up beautifully.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Don't read this review

Shhh!!! El Matador is a quiet hidden away place...we've stayed there in different condos for several years and I don't want everyone else to find it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved It!

Perfect place for our family with beautiful views!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

August 2019 Stay

Nice clean condo! Perfect location. Loved that this place was the last on that end of the beach. Felt nice and secluded. Loved having the beach service and wonderful view. So many good things about this place! I would stay here again. Highly recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

June 2019 Stay

We definitely had a great family vacation with our three boys. The condo had plenty of room for the 5 of us. Everything was nice a clean upon our arrival. The view was so perfect! It was really nice to be able to watch my 10 year old in the pool from the balcony while our baby napped so he wasn't stuck bored in the room. The beach access was so convenient with great wash station. Since it is the last building on the strip, you get an amazing view of the sunset over the dunes. We would be happy to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

June 2018 Stay

We had a fantastic time as always!! We did some cutting and bought and left a small cutting board for future guest. Love the view and hope to be back soon. The only thing we hope to see different in the future is more comfortable seating in the living room.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

May 2018 Stay

We were very impressed with this condo. We’ve stayed at several on the Island. We will DEFINITELY return to this one. Clean, spacious, quiet area, great beach access. AJ was our beachboy. He was amazing. Called me by name after the first day. Great vacation.!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

September 2018 Stay

This is our second time here at this condo! Nice clean quiet place! Beautiful view! Thanks so much for our stay ! We will be back !
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

November 2018 Stay

At least once a year since 1997. ALWAYS a wonderful experience!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

July 2019 Stay

We had an amazing stay made so many memories we will stay here agin it’s our second year at el matador an we love it
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

August 2017 Stay

Our family enjoyed a wonderful stay! Comfortable accommodations with an awesome view of the Gulf, a great location!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

April 2018 Stay

This wasn't my first choice but the first was being renovated so I was given this one. I loved it! It was a beautiful unit, the view was great, we found it easily. Thank you for a wonderful trip. One little thing, the hot tub was dirty. Some children had been playing in it without supervision when we arrived. When we entered, the parent arrived and removed them quickly, but we almost didn't even get in and didn't enjoy it much. Did not go in another time. Did not "ruin" our trip, but I was looking forward to the hot tub.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family vacatio

We definitely had a great family vacation with our three boys. The condo had plenty of room for the 5 of us. Everything was nice and clean upon our arrival. The view was so perfect! It was really nice to be able to watch my 10 year old in the pool from the balcony while our baby napped so he wasn't stuck bored in the room. The beach access was so convenient with a great wash station. Since it is the last building on the strip, you get an amazing view of the sunset over the dunes. We would be happy to stay here again. My only complaint is that the lock code changed BEFORE checkout time. My hubby brought the last load down to the car at 9:45 and was unable to use the keypad to get back in (10 am checkout). Thankfully I stayed upstairs to do one last walk through and wait until was absolutely necessary to wake our baby up and load him in the car.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

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