The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4.0 star property

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service

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 this property

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

Family-friendly beachfront location with 2 outdoor pools
At The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach, hit the beach, dine on-site at Fish House 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 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 Fort Walton Beaches. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants.
  • Free WiFi
  • Options for a bite to eat or a refreshing drink include 2 restaurants, a coffee shop, a beach bar and a swim-up bar
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a gym, mini golf and a playground
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the proximity to shopping
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach
Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers. Bring your whole family to The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach for summer fun including 2 outdoor swimming pools, mini golf and a children's pool.

There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. 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. This beach resort also offers a fitness centre, a garden and a terrace. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach was completed in April 2020.

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

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Fish House – This restaurant only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Island Grill – This café only serves lunch. 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 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: USD 150.00 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
  • Business centre/computer 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 buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 23.95 per person
  • Self-parking fee: USD 15 per night
  • 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.
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

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1279 out of 2409 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 574 out of 2409 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 286 out of 2409 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 146 out of 2409 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 124 out of 2409 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

Yael

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Weligthon Gregorio Da

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

david, houston

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Hairs in tub, dirty towels on chairs in balcony, hairs in the bed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Decent property for couples or families.
Clean, but a bit dated. Couldn’t access a main area due to construction. Also, some areas were not open as advertised (pool bar and grill) and there was not live music every night (1 night only and we stayed 6 nights). Nice location and gorgeous beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaShaunda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location directly on the beach. Really liked the breakfast buffet & onsite restaurant. Its obvious they're trying to keep the property up to date. Didn't like the caution tape blocking pathways with no posted detour routes (you just had to walk around figuring it out).
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Radhika

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis John

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

6/10 Okay

Vikas, Herndon

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small rooms and few amenities. Lot of construction in progress at hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place close to Destin
Nice place close to Destin. The room was clean, we had Gulf view. The island itself was locked for guests
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jayne, Alton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy. The gal checking us in was friendly and helpful. Older hotel that but the grounds are nice and kept up. Our room (4005) was clean but the bed was horrible and the air conditioner sounded like a freight train was coming. No closet to hang cloths. Coffee maker didn’t work, it was replaced and that one didn’t work either. Right on the beach which was nice. We won’t be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Mike

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

10/10 Excellent

adren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A from the people to the property
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Travelled with family
Not what I hoped for
The services that were advertised was not available. King room requested and paid for was not available as well. Construction at the hotel made for detours while trying to get around. Staff was friendly though and they were what made the stay a little nicer.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sanjiv

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Room was bit cramped. Breakfast was served after an hour. Bit expensive after adding additional charges. Even charged credit card fee.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

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