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The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4.0 star property
Beachfront resort with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools

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Water view
Beach/ocean view
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains
3 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar, beach bar
2 restaurants, lunch served

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is NZ$264
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

Explore the area

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Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548
  • Place, Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View, Poolside

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View, Poolside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(111 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(78 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Gulf View

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Gulf View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(109 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(125 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Pool View

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Dune View

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Dune View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Fort Walton Beach

A family-friendly stay in Fort Walton Beach awaits you at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach. Within a short 5-minute stroll, you'll find Wayside Park and Santa Rosa Sound. Highlights at this beachfront resort include 2 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools and 3 bars/lounges. .The restaurant, Fish House, is open for dinner. Tripp Tide Beach Bar is the resort's own bar. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site gym and kids' swimming pool. 14004 square feet (1301 square metres) of event facilities include 5 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Okaloosa Island resort include Okaloosa Island Beach and HarborWalk Village.
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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

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angler's Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Old Bay Steamer - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Rockin Tacos - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fish House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Crab Trap - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

Beachfront resort with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers. 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/cafΘ and a nearby 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 centre, 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)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • 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 free toiletries and blackout curtains. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Premium satellite televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). 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 and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (USD 15 per night)
  • Limited on-site 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

Restaurants on site

  • Fish House
  • Island Grill
  • Tripp Tide Beach Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Mini golf
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 14,004 square feet of conference space
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • 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

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1969
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - April 2020
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with premium satellite channels
  • Streaming services

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 per cent 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 aged under 25 years old)
  • Resort fee: USD 32.77 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach towels
  • Business centre/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: from 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 per cent

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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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-authorise 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 existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

As of 1 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach on 9 Nov 2025 start from NZ$207.19, 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 The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

Yep, The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach has a self car park for USD 15 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

Yep, The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach is on Fort Walton Beaches, which travelers give top marks. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing. You can also find boat tours.

Does The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach features 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and 3 bars. All guestrooms come with pillowtop beds and premium bedding.

What makes The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and a bar, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach.

Is The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, a playground and on-site mini golf, it's no surprise that The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach is a hit with families.

Does The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach serve breakfast?

Yeah, our guests speak well of the buffet breakfast here! Served daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

No, The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

Yep, they've got a beach bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

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