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Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Fort Walton Beach with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Property amenity
Breakfast meal

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov

Explore the area

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127 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548
  • Place, Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Pier
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Fort Walton Beach

Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG places you in the centre of Fort Walton Beach, steps from Miracle Strip and within a short 5-minute stroll of Santa Rosa Sound. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and a 24-hour gym. .Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. 334 square feet (31 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Seabreeze hotel include Okaloosa Island Beach and HarborWalk Village.

What's nearby

  • Emerald Coast Science Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 8 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lost Pizza Co. Ft Walton - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Shack - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG

Hotel in Fort Walton Beach with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 334 square feet (31 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG also features a terrace, coffee/tea in common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This Fort Walton Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 96 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 334 sq ft of conference space
  • 31 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG offers 96 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 49-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Fort Walton Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 334 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • 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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central Hotel
Express Fort Walton Central
Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central
Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG?

As of 30 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG on 5 Nov 2025 start from NZ$131.42, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG is Destin Beaches (13.2 km).

Does Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 456 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 456 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 456 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 456 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 456 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

SHANNON

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Our stay was nice. Great location to the activities we wanted to participate in. The room was warmer than we’d like and housekeeping wasn’t great. I would choose to stay again, though. The overall experience was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast options were subpar. 2meats should’ve been served. Week later still no deposit returned
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

VAN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank You for storing our cold groceries
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo, Norwalk

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was fantastic. Very accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately the hotel had bed bugs. My wife and I have several bites.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nebraska to Sunshine state

Close to beach, safe area, close to food and shopping
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Great stay

Loved it great place comphortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay. The ac was super cold, the room was clean, no excessively loud noises considering we were there for a holiday weekend. The breakfast was decent- kind of a miss for me, but thats only because I'm a vegan and there werent many options for my dietary restrictions. I wouldve liked to have seen some fresh fruit. Overall, it was a nice stay close enough to the beach, but far enough away to not be too noisy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Veronica

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

DANIELLE

Disliked: Staff & service
My reservation was canceled without giving me any notice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy, Longview

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel ans atay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daron

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bobbie

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

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

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Liked: Staff & service

It’s ok. It not $200 worth

Older hotel that is clean but in the pics you cant see how they just painted the bath tubs and the room smells like mildew when you walk in to the room. Maybe ok fo4 like $100 a night but not more.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
everything wasgood
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
I called ahead of time and asked for a conference room area and was prepared to pay however, I was told I could use the meeting space without an additional charge since it would be for just 2 people - upon arrival, the desk clerk stated I could use the room but the next morning a different front desk clerk would not allow me to use the room stating it was "the lead sales ladies room" (which was not in use the entire time I was there) and when I asked if they had another space or could I continue to use my room she threatened to charge me for another day. All this to include, new furniture arriving for the (what seem to be) entire hotel. I would not even complain about the noise and inconvience but with the limited walkways and busting up boxes outside my door all evening but now I'm pretty upset about that also. Many other hotel options around and I will use a differnet one next time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025