The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4.0 star property
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Beach/ocean view
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed
Exterior
Front of property
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Bar

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

  • 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

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, View

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

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, View

  • 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, Patio

  • 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, View

  • 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 10-minute drive of HarborWalk Village and Destin Harbor Boardwalk. .This beach resort is 8.2 mi (13.1 km) from Destin Beaches and 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park.

What's nearby

  • Wild Willy's Adventure Zone - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • 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

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

Stylish resort on the shore with 2 outdoor swimming 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). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. 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 guestrooms. 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
  • 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
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • 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
  • Vegetable garden

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

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property – April 2020
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • 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

  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

More

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

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.
This property uses a grey water recycling system
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. 1211 out of 2301 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 555 out of 2301 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 275 out of 2301 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 138 out of 2301 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 122 out of 2301 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

Tressa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little gem. Unfortunately our room was right by the ice machine and elevator. Wish the rooms were a little more sound proof. Also wished the bars and restaurants on site stayed open later (past 9 and 10 respectively)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig A

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from our room was gorgeous. I'm looking now to book another trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Adama

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Cecilia

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No closets or dressers for clothes. Could be cleaner. Balcony dirty. Floors didn’t look washed. Location good. View of ocean was great. Restaurant expensive and some food not great. Ate at other Resort restaurants a lot.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kapreese

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Overall good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice property! It’s truly a resort. All the amenities you expect from a much more expensive hotel. Good food, good entertainment and wonderful pool & beach!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

arleth

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We just left and did not want to leave! We had a great time at this resort. The property is not only clean, but beautiful. It’s very family friendly and they always have tons of activities from karaoke to watching movies in the pool. The breakfast buffet was phenomenal and they switch it up every day. The food/drink service was fast and delicious. No matter if you’re at the bar, pool, or on the beach, you’ll be sure to receive the same great service all around. I will recommend this place to every single person that asks about Destin and we seriously cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cintia

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Juan

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valarie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was super nice. Loved the little activities they do throughout the day!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mustafa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staffs. Linda was very helpful by the pool. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying here. The staff are always polite, friendly and helpful. My only complaint is the new parking fees that are added. Why do we have to pay for parking on the hotel property. Also there is a sign on the parking lot stating they are not responsible for your vehicle. If I'm paying to park there I would think that would make them responsible.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudiu

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Superb beach access. Multiple dining options. Different attractions. Planning on bringing my family back soon
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harlie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to a lot of attractions, clean, friendly, lots of activities for kids, and family friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Joseph

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs to be updated
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was great except for our room flooding at 5 am on our first night. Was hoping for an upgrade but no but still a great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location that was right up against white sandy beaches with crystal clear blue waters. Was exactly like the photos indicated.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024