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The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

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A balcony with a view of the beach, white railing, and blue chairs.
3 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar, beach bar
A beach resort with a large building, clear turquoise water, and rows of blue and yellow umbrellas.
A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a projector screen.
A beach bar named 'Tripp Tide' with a clear blue sky and palm trees in the background.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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, Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Pool View

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A balcony with a view of the beach, white railing, and blue chairs.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

At The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach, hit the beach, dine on-site at Sea Oats Kitchen & Bar or enjoy a drink at one of the resort's 3 bars/lounges.
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.

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

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

The shopping around The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Okaloosa Island Beach. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants.
  • Free WiFi
  • Options for a bite to eat or a refreshing drink include 3 restaurants, a coffee shop, a beach bar and a swim-up bar
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include a children's club, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the beach
  • Steps from Okaloosa Island Beach and 9 minutes on foot from Fort Walton Beaches
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub, a fitness centre, and a children's pool. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. 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.

Business amenities include a business centre and 5 meeting rooms. Event space at this resort measures 14004 square feet (1301 square metres) and includes conference space. A children's club, a vending machine, and a picnic area are also featured at the family-friendly The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Fort Walton Beach resort.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Sea Oats Kitchen & Bar – This fine-dining restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Cabana C&T – This sports bar serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Beach Bar – This bar is located on the beach. Open daily.
Sizzle & Smash Truck – On-site restaurant. Open daily.
Frosty Palm Truck – On-site restaurant. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

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 self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 23.95 for adults and USD 13.86 for children
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar

Restaurants on site

  • Beach Bar
  • Cabana C&T
  • Frosty Palm Truck
  • Sea Oats Kitchen & Bar
  • Sizzle & Smash Truck

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

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

  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

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

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1969
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Some LED lighting used
  • 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
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 250 per accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: USD 250 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
  • 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 23.95 for adults and from USD 13.86 for children
  • 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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.

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1766 out of 3585 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 796 out of 3585 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 542 out of 3585 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 247 out of 3585 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 234 out of 3585 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and loved being so close to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Walt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peri Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our time at the resort!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Beach access and great pools!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was amazing , staff were really nice
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything you need is at this resort but it is a bit pricey. The pool is amazing and food is good!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location to the beach and beach were perfect! The pools were you wonderful too!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Quiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice resort. Friendly staff and room was clean
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Quanisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room great view good quality hotel breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice, we will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Can’t beat the beach access or hotel property. I only wish they had more food options for kids.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location very clean loved everything
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness
nice area for little kids
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

rick

The beach access and closeness to the boardwalk and everything you need and want. Breakfast was good and the staff was very helpful
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for our honeymoon! The staff were extremely friendly, the pool was amazing and we LOVED the DJ! Right on the beach and the live music at night was great. Also easily walkable (if you like to walk) to restaurants and convenience stores!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JODI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beaches beautiful Awesome view of gulf from balcony
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, fun resort. Beach clean & beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an older room but it was clean The Island resort was exceptionally nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, plenty of fun activities, clean beaches, wonderful views. Probably our favorite hotel to stay at.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beach view
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jodi Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was beautiful the resort is beautiful the beach and their access points and everything was beautiful I’m so grateful I got to spend my 42nd Bday here and hope I can come back sooner then later
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Resort was very nice. Great vibes. Service at restaurants was a little slow, but on mini vacation so no rush.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Madasyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, really enjoyed our time here! Only wish on the weekends the hotel bar or beach bar was open later.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Weather was kind of chilly but hot tub and heated pool was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026