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The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4.0 star property

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Surround yourself with the soothing sounds of a cascading waterfall and tranquil pool.
Relax in the shaded outdoor seating area of Island Grille, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.
Enjoy a serene coastal retreat with a view of the sea from the large window, featuring two single beds, a flat-screen TV, and artwork-adorned walls.
Enjoy cocktails at the stylish bar with granite countertops and comfortable seating.
Enjoy a shaded retreat with a scenic ocean view from this beachfront property.

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View, Poolside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(111 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Gulf View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(99 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Dune View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 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)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(78 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(95 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Fort Walton Beach

When you stay at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach in Fort Walton Beach, you'll be on the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. .This beach resort is 8.2 mi (13.1 km) from Destin Beaches and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Destin Harbor Boardwalk.
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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

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Boardwalk - Okaloosa Island - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rockin Tacos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Angler's Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Old Bay Steamer - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Al's Beach Club - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

Family-friendly beachfront location with 2 outdoor pools
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.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 335 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.
Dip into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or enjoy other recreational amenities including a fitness center and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.
Grab a bite at Fish House, one of the resort's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at the beach bar, the poolside bar, or one of 3 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Fort Walton Beach? This resort has 14004 square feet (1301 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 5 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Fish House - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Island Grill - This café serves lunch only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Tripp Tide Beach Bar - This bar is located on the beach. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

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 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 125 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1430 out of 2715 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 647 out of 2715 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 342 out of 2715 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 156 out of 2715 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 140 out of 2715 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at the Island Resort. It was beautiful and everything was a short walk away. So close to the beach with a beautiful view from our balcony. The staff was friendly and helpful. Our only issues were that one of the elevators was always broken so the wait for an elevator was long at times, and the parking wasn’t great. Once you got a spot you didn’t want to leave it. But overall a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Minnette

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Nice overall, but cold room

Other than my room, the hotel was really nice. The conference rooms were comfortable. The pool areas and beach were beautiful. My room was just ok. I could see a gap at the bottom of the door. Fortunately, I didn't see any bugs entering the room. There was a stain on one of the towels. I was cold every night, though. I'm from the desert, so I was not happy that the heat could not be turned up past 75 degrees.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Gerren

Disliked: Staff & service
We left a bathroom bag with expensive perfume and prescription medicine that was never turned in my housekeeping.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing resort with very friendly employees.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

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

The Island Resort, Look at this review!!!

I highly recommend The Island Resort. Plenty for adults and children to here as well as within walking distance. Restaurants, an awesome pier with great dolphin views. Theres the Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park within walking distance too. Tf you plan a trip in the busy time of summer then you will love this place. No need to get out in traffic. Plenty to do without driving anywhere. Check it out yourself, look what next door. Oh and the beach. WOW I cant tell you how beautiful the water is. And the white sand. And if you have young kids, they will love the mermaid in the pool here. Top destination for cost as well as convenience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love that this property has about 4 places to eat plus my room was beach front also resort had live music everyday in which i could just sit on my balcony and listen to the music
Beachfront
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great property. Older but updated and very clean. The staff were professional and pleasant. The room was clean and view of the Gulf was amazing! Ate breakfast at the restaurant and the food was fresh and tasty. Location was wonderful too. Would stay there again. Only negative was the loud AC on the balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carsyn Ann

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Island was great! Everything you needed was accessible with walking distance. The staff were friendly! The rooms were simple and clean! The beach was beautiful. I do wish that the beach chairs and umbrellas were free for hotel guests. Otherwise no complaints.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Edgar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantell

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Janie J

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heaven

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to relax
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone and everything was great. Beautiful resort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Emily

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Couldn’t have a lunch box at the pool that had applesauce in it. They don’t enforce hotel quiet times.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property and staff were both excellent. Pool and beach were amazing. Nice little boardwalk a short way along the beach. Close enough to Destin for a quick uber ride.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlind

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location nice resort, some cons the parking is addition to pay and the beach chair and umbrellas are an addition as well for the cost of the stay it should be included

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me and my mother LOVED staying here! It was so clean, so quiet, and so charming! We loved how everything was so connected and there’s SO MUCH to do on the property, between dining options, beach access, and the pools. 10/10 would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

dwayne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with lots of restaurants or bars. Beach side service is a plus
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Deb

I loved the view from our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and had a lot to offer in the amenities. The location was perfect and the beach was stunning and clean. The staff outside at the beach hut were super friendly and earned every bit of their tip. My 4 star for cleanliness and staff was simply because housekeeping didn't come until late in the afternoon/early evening. Came in while I was in the shower - no one else in my room at the time. Made one bed, left no clean towels on the bed and didn't sweep the floors or take out our trash. They knocked on the bathroom door while I was showering to let me know they were there. I thought it was my daugther being silly. I got out the shower about 10 minutes later and walked out in my towel to find them in my room, and the door to the hallway open. Maybe they left quickly, because of the situation, but felt a bit violated and thought perhaps it wouldn't be customary to be in a room while someone is showering. I kind of thought they'd excuse themselves and come back to finish. We stayed 3 nights. They only came to our room once.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shandrica

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay! Wonderfully equipped for fun all day! Location on the beach! Amenities! Staff was very friendly!! Definitely revisiting in the future! Oh and my son ate at the food truck daily!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

katarina

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking wasnt very close to our room. Didnt appreciate being on the 2nd floor. Pools were freezing, except for the heated pool- which was great. Bars were conveniently close by the pools. Room service was efficient every day, and made sure the room was up to par. The property was beautiful and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Brandi, Ogdensburg

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Pros: The resort was beautiful. The grounds were georgous. Rooms were very clean and staff kept them very tidy. Very close to restaurants, activities and the pier. Cons: No storage for clothing, we had to love out of our suitcases. Also no kitchenette so had to eat out every meal.There was not much adult entertainment during the week. We were there Sat-Thurs. Seemed like enterainment goes on mainly on weekends. 1 hot tub but full at all times and about 110 degrees. Games were suppose to be outside but there were only a couple and 1 was broke.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025