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El Matador 329 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day

Condo near Okaloosa Island Beach in Fort Walton Beach

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Gym

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

Okaloosa Island stay.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
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 5 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ocean Buffet - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Beachview - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬9 min drive

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 329 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day

Enjoy Free Activities with your stay — a $300+ per day value! As our way of saying thank you, you’ll receive complimentary daily admissions to popular local attractions. (Valid for short-term rentals only. Not available for per diem or guest-of-owner stays.)

Each day, you will receive a ticket to each of the following:

- Shalimar Golf Course
- Big Kahuna’s Water Park
- Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
- Wild Willy’s Grand Prix
- Sea Blaster (Dolphin Cruise (Beach or Sunset))
- Sea Blaster (Snorkeling Trip)
- Cruisin’ Tiki’s (Evening Sunset Cruise)

The heart of any beach vacation is, of course, the beach—and that’s exactly why El Matador Condos are among the most sought-after destinations on the Florida Panhandle. Located on Okaloosa Island in Fort Walton Beach, this area is known for its sugar-white sand and crystal-clear emerald waters, offering one of the most beautiful coastlines in North America. El Matador offers more than just stunning beachfront views. The resort provides a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere with plenty of activities nearby for all ages. Just a short drive away in Destin, you’ll find go-karts, mini golf, bungee jumping, and the popular Big Kahuna’s Water Park. For the more adventurous, enjoy jet skiing, parasailing, or even a deep-sea fishing trip out of Destin—famously known as “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village.”

Back at the resort, enjoy a full range of amenities, including:
- Two swimming pools (one heated seasonally)
- His-and-her whirlpools and saunas
- Tennis courts
- Fitness center
- Direct private beach access

Whether you're looking for adventure or total relaxation, El Matador offers the perfect balance—making it easy to see why guests return year after year.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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 329 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day 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 329 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is El Matador 329 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day to the beach?

This condo is a short 6-minute walk from Fort Walton Beaches and 8-minute walk from Okaloosa Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does El Matador 329 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at El Matador 329 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at El Matador 329 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at El Matador 329 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does El Matador 329 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day have a pool?

Yes, there's a heated pool.

Does El Matador 329 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is El Matador 329 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day to downtown Fort Walton Beach?

This condo is 1.6 mi away from Fort Walton Beach.

El Matador 329 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 27 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

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

Family Getaway

We were getting away for a short stay 4 nights. Overall everything was great. Very happy. Weather was great. Would stay again most likely
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni E.

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

Great time

Great condo in a beautiful location. Close to everything we could squeeze in for 7 days. Lots of shells and even saw a sea turtle swimming near us. Looking forward to next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Toni E.

Great Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo was clean with many upgrades. The location could not have been better for our family. Perfect days in the ocean and at the pool, gathering shells, and even saw a sea turtle swimming nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary A.

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

Great community.

Loved the setting. Good view of architecture and pool with gulf backdrop. Cozy veranda for coffee...relaxing. One issue was the disturbingly loud noise of all the A/C condensers. Resounded loudly in the courtyard. But, great stay, otherwise!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Ellisville, MS

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Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was beautiful. The condo was really nice only thing they should had curtains in the small room because the light thats on the building is very bright. And should get better sliding doors for the living room. Other than that we wished we would of stayed longer.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nate C.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Needs Work

Roaches from start to finish during a six day stay. Condo needs a lot of maintenance. Appliances broken. Balcony door won’t close. Master shower plumbing clogged. Management company Alecia Hollis nonresponsive.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

Great location! Great beach!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The rental was very roomy and bright especially the living room area. It is an older condo but it was clean. There was a keurig, regular coffee pot, toaster oven, toaster, and microwave provided which was nice. The location to the beach is great! You only have a short walk down sidewalk and boardwalk to be directly on the beach. Only downside for me was there is no washer and dryer in condo although one is located on the same floor. I would stay here again definitely!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Valerie S.

Thorough review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: End unit so it had extra windows. Nicely decorated. The building was one close to the Gulf. Down from the pool so not much extra noise. Very family friendly. Could use some touch ups such as get rid of the old and dirty popcorn ceiling, needs new paint (lots of scruff marks on the walls), needs caulk around tub/shower. Only one frying pan. You need to bring extra toilet paper, paper towels, soap. Chair and umbrella rentals are $45 per day. You need to reserve BEFORE you get there. Give yourself extra time to get around town; traffic is very congested. Located about 2.5 miles from a grocery store.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Bryan G.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Dirty Condo / Great Location

Very turned off on the cleanliness of the condo beyond countertops and floors. Within 30 minutes of arriving we noticed a quarter inch of dust on the ceiling fan blades and once you see something like that, we naturally started keeping an eye out. Condo had areas of drywall repair without paint, large thick markings on the walls in the kitchen area, caked grease and dirt on the white ceiling - just repaint the property. Two full mattress bed frames extremely old and wobblily. Afraid to turn in bed and break whatever thread the whole thing was hanging on. Doors need WD-40, extremely loud creaking which was frustrating with a 8 month old baby we didnt want to wake up but needed to check on. Overall, property needs a lot of updating. Kitchen appliances were good and they had what we needed for cooking family scale dinners. The Condo Complex was great and the beach location was great. Very short walk to the boardwalk and condo is the furthest property on the shoreline, so you dont really get people from other condos infringing on your beach carveout. Will not stay at this condo again, but will 100% stay at the Matador again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Mark and Teresa M.

El matador unit #329

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The el matadore has everything we are looking for in a vacation spot, we have stayed here many times, but it had been about 15 years since previous stays. As far as the complex itself it was just as we remembered it and is very well kept. The unit itself was clean and in decent shape, but the main slider had deteriorated to a point that most of the kids and women could not open, nor close it! I myself had to lift and fight to open and close it, while maintance was quick to arrive after I called the office it was not fixed before our stay was over. It was pretty frustrating for anyone wanting to go out on the balcony, and as you can imagine that went on throughout the day and at nite with people on different sleeping schedules, they either had to go tthrough our bedroom, or fight the main slider and the additional noise. We also were cooking and had some smoke forming in the unit, someone opened a side window for a few minutes, then we couldn’t get it shut, spent 20 to 30 minutes on it trying to get it coded, a couple times I thought it was going to fall out.I understand that parts for a slider that age are not readily available, but for the premium we paid for the unit I would expect things like that to be checked to make sure they are in working order.We enjoyed our stay at the el matadore, but this was quite the downer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Javier C.

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

Towels in pool

Saturday
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Barbara W.

329 not in good condition

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: first Alicia Hollis Realty was very pro active and took my concerns seriously, the condo itself looked good at first but ac broke and was useless on the 3rd day,ceilings were filthy,ceiling fan in master didn't work,dinning table legs coming loose,dinning chairs broken,ice maker didn't work, and front door lock was useless.
Verified

8/10 Good

Leah W.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation 2021

A great location on Ft. Walton with a home like chill vibe on a older property. Condo was old with some updates however wasn’t very clean when we arrived. Then had to go buy items to get it cleaner. Only a broom with no dustpan was provided. No starter items other than toilet paper was provided. The condo needs a deep clean with sanitary procedures there was no smell of Lysol or bleach used in their cleaning between guests. It wasn’t disgusting but disappointing. The beds are a little old and lumpy but we’re fine. Cooking utensils was a plus. Couches were comfy. Needed more areas to hang up towels since a drying rack wasn’t provided. Laundry room has 1 washer and dryer and it’s hot. Lobby area was hot and outdated. However the property is awesome from the pools to the workout room and the beach was perfect. Wouldn’t stay at this condo again but maybe another in the complex.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Julie D.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Filthy run down condo!!!

Nasty, dirty condo. Rust spots, stains on furniture, patio door jammed, water damage spots- it was horrible!! Poor property managed!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danelle H.

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

Family fun!

My family and I enjoyed our stay here. It was a great spot and the water and beach were beautiful. The condo was nice and had everything we needed. Very family oriented. I do wish there was a washer and dryer in the condo but there was on on each floor so that made it more convenient. It was perfect for what we needed. We will definitely be back! lol
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

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

Great place for some R&R

This condo was at a great location. Second floor end of the building so no one to our right. Loved that it was at the end of the island so also no other condos to the west low crowds on the beach. Plenty of room for a family of 5. Quick and easy access to the beach. It was quite around us easy to relax. Our family had a blast and will be returning!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Great.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay. Great place for families. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donalda A.

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

It is close to the beach and really roomie. We enjoyed the balcony

Close to the beach and the pool. Very quite and everyone where friendly. Will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yesica R.

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

Perfect getaway

We had a wonderful weekend at this place. We book this trip last minute and everything was so easy. We loved the location!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

Great as always

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed at the el matador for years and have always used Alicia Hollis. My family used to bring us back in the 80's and even though the buildings have been there that long you can't tell. we will be back ASAP
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Sue & Peter G.

Building 3

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was clean and location good to pool - beach. The condo balcony needs a major clean the floor is very dirty. Cleaning supplies should be left clients staying for a month. I stopped at the Alicia office to get a dustpan. No pepper or dish soap when we arrived? Each condo should have recycling containers. Wifi is way to slow owners should invest in higher speed for there guest renting.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Rental 329

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Condo was a little behind on cleaning and needs some attention. Everything was functional and a super great location. Had everything needed for a long stay. All in all a good experience
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sue K.

Snowbird adventure

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a good time in sunny Florida!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Sue K.

Emerald Coast is Wonderful!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a good time. Unit is nice size. Needs some updating. Windows whistle when windy. Guest bedroom needs a thorough cleaning. NEW MATTRESSES are also needed!!!!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

PETER T.

FUN AT THE BEACH

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: GREAT TIME, GREAT LOCATION, NOT AS CROWDED, WOULD RECOMMEND, WE'LL BE BACK AGAIN

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