The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4.0 star property

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Beach/ocean view
Exterior
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548
  • Wild Willy's Adventure Zone
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Okaloosa Island Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View, Poolside

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Pool View

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Gulf View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Dune View

  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 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.

What's nearby

  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 4 min walk
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 6 min walk
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 6 min walk
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 8 min walk
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 13 min walk

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 - ‬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 fun on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools, near Okaloosa Island Beach
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 public transport

  • Self parking on site (USD 15 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • On-site parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–11:00 AM: USD 23.95 per person
  • 2 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 3 bars/lounges, 1 beach bar, 1 swim-up bar and 1 poolside bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • Fish House
  • Island Grill
  • Tripp Tide Beach Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bike rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Mini golf
  • Playground

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space (14004 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms - 5

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beachfront location
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille signage
  • Lift
  • In-room accessibility
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 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 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • 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 dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini fridge

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Free local calls
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers only

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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

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
  • 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.
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. 1254 out of 2371 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 561 out of 2371 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 286 out of 2371 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 144 out of 2371 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 126 out of 2371 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

Charity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay will be staying again in summer will probably bring the whole family Great staff friendly staff a pleasure to have stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karrie

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was incredible at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach. Room was very neat, clean, and the hotel in general was very well maintained. Staff was extremely friendly and always there to accommodate any needs you may have or need. Restaurant onsite has excellent food as well. We will most definitely be going back there on our next visiting. I would highly recommend this resort which is right on the beautiful beach - a huge plus for me!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chanthorn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dominick

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chermika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ann

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

dilhen

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ritwick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Awesome location, right on the beach . The room looked newly renovated but wish it was bigger . No cabinet in the room made it hard to store the big suitcases . We had breakfast included, and it was pretty good. So overall it was fine stay experience.
From my bed :)
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

staci

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Everything was wonderful but had to wait a long time for breakfast it seems like they didn’t know what to do but the food great
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Experience
I had an amazing experience here! All of the staff were nice and welcoming. There was some areas that were closed off, but I enjoyed the ones that were open and the beach. The beach was very pretty and I enjoyed waking up to the sound of the ocean every day. I will definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast option was a great added value! Hopefully hotel management will adapt to the popularity of this option and arrange to have it adequately staffed. A bit of age on this hotel, but it's been well-maintained. Thank you for a very nice stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Sajad

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The AC unit kept turning on throughout the night although it was off and it woke us up several times.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Natasha

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

am

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We experienced a good relaxation.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is very very clean. Everything i need was in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Yu Han

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fatina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I really enjoyed my experience at this property, especially having the beach right in the back. It provides a perfect setting for relaxation and fun. Honestly, there's so much to offer that it feels almost unnecessary to leave the premises!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Burnt Pineapple upside cake
This Resort is actually very nice. The view from our hotel was beautiful. Of you of the Gulf of Mexico the ocean the pier the Island Bar it was great. We asked for room service twice and they were pretty quick within about 20 minutes. One of the nights I did ask for room service and the chicken wings were amazing but I was very disappointed with burnt upside down cake. The last time I checked a pineapple upside down cake is yellow has pineapple and maybe Marciano cherries. This was two burnt crispy pieces of cake topped with pineapple and caramel sauce that was not going to make it any softer. I made a comment to the front desk and all they said was sorry to hear that. I know that a lot of people say things so they can get a discount but I was being truthful because I believed everything else tasted great. Overall this day was nice and I like the kitty on the property
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sheila, Los Banos

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well, what can I say, I absolutely love this place… I would have given 5 stars but I asked for a late checkout from 11 to 12 and they said it would cost $50! Boo I stay her a lot and have never been told that my gosh it’s just an hour…so I waited for my ride in the lobby over an hour… luckily I had free breakfast coupon before 11 so I hurried downstairs for that which I was able to use the other hour and half as I waited for my 1 pm pickup … either way I love this place but they should expect at least a few might need extra time without being charged $50 an hr! It’s not like I was asking for 4pm.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024