The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4.0 star property

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Okaloosa Island Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    ‪8 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 - 0.4 km
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 13 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 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 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

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 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. 1391 out of 2637 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 639 out of 2637 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 316 out of 2637 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 158 out of 2637 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 133 out of 2637 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

8/10 Good

steve

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

chad

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Renu

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was non-smoking, but we could smell in the corridor lot of smokes, and the staff didn't investigate this.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prompt service, friendly staff. We really enjoy our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Zerin

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Angie

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Island Hotel is Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Paula

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place falsely advertises. The island pool/bar was closed. The Island Bar/ Grill closed, Tavern closed, housekeeping forgets to come by room., towel hut closed making you go all the way into front desk for a towel. Hotel is very outdated. Walls in room are so thinned out you can hear doors slamming like gun shots, people talking so loudly, kids crying and dogs barking. When you let staff know if you could be switched to a different room, they say they have nothing available. The only thing good about this resort was the food from the restaurant. I would not consider this a resort. Don’t waste your money here. This is like going to a motel 8.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
We got ocean view room as we requested. But they don't have any closet. Washroom is very congested. There is no counter top with the sink. There is no carpet in the room so floor feels always sandy and dirty. There should be atleast doormat or better way to take care the cleanliness..
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Samantha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was nice. Rooms clean they were accommodating. Decorated so nice for christmas. It was quite all and all it was a great experience and we will be back in the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

FAIZ

Very poor condition. Bathrooms are bad. No complimentary breakfast. Paper towels and bath tissue very poor quality. Floore are bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jemmelit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend this establishment. My stay was exceptional and the service was very good. The resort view is amazing and it's convenient for everything. I will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the hotel. It was a little cold weekend before Christmas I think hotel has the heat set for the entire area. I tried to bump up the heat but couldn’t. The heat stayed on 68 but I wanted it a little warmer.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Anthony

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the ocean view . The room was perfect . Walls little thin could hear everyone all hours if the night kept getting woke up . Loved the breakfast. Absolutely a gorgeous place on a gorgeous island. Didnt like that breakfast was a add on charge and the $8 bottles of water charge seemed steep for water . But over all a beautiful resort

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Austin

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Only decent thing about this place is that it’s on the beach front. They charge more than most places for a deposit on damages ($150.00) the room was “clean” we found other peoples hair on the sheets before we ever laid down in the bed. The wall paper was peeling off the walls from what looks like water damage. We couldn’t find a place to park when we checked in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Debra, SAN ANTONIO

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is located directly on the beach, which is stunning. We visited during the off season so on property dining was limited. Overall highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the beach access and friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Cheyenne

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's been one week since my husband and I stayed a night in this resort. Everything honestly was absolutely amazing. My one and only issue is that it's been exactly 7 days and I still have not gotten my deposit back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024