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El Matador 450 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day

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A heated pool
Spa
Interior
Property grounds
Outdoor dining

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Place, Fort Walton Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Rosa Sound
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Fort Walton Beach

Located in Fort Walton Beach (Okaloosa Island), this condo is within a 10-minute walk of Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. .This condo is 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Destin Beaches and 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Destin Harbor Boardwalk.
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What's nearby

  • Fort Walton Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Santa Rosa Sound - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lost Pizza Co. Ft Walton - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

El Matador 450 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day

Enjoy Free Activities with your stay — a $300+ per day value! As our way of saying thank you, you’ll receive complimentary daily admissions to popular local attractions. (Valid for short-term rentals only. Not available for per diem or guest-of-owner stays.)

Each day, you will receive a ticket to each of the following:

- Shalimar Golf Course
- Big Kahuna’s Water Park
- Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
- Wild Willy’s Grand Prix
- Sea Blaster (Dolphin Cruise (Beach or Sunset))
- Sea Blaster (Snorkeling Trip)
- Cruisin’ Tiki’s (Evening Sunset Cruise)

Looking for paradise? You’ve found it at El Matador—one of the most sought-after beach resorts on the Emerald Coast. This secluded condominium community is nestled between beautiful white sand dunes and the sparkling emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico, offering the perfect setting for a relaxing and memorable beach getaway.

Located at the quiet end of Okaloosa Island, El Matador provides a peaceful, gated environment while still being just minutes from Fort Walton Beach and Destin. Just a short drive away, you can explore Destin—“The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village”—where you’ll find deep-sea fishing charters, waterfront dining, shopping, and some of the best golf courses in the Florida Panhandle. For family fun, spend a day at Big Kahuna’s Water Park, a local favorite packed with attractions for all ages.

Back at the resort, enjoy a full range of amenities, including:
- Two swimming pools
- His-and-her whirlpools and saunas
- Tennis courts and fitness center
- Direct private beach access

With miles of pristine, sugar-white beaches just steps away and both relaxation and adventure within reach, El Matador is the perfect destination for your next coastal escape.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned condo, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and an elevator.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Gated community

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

1602-60870

El Matador 450 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keith D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place, would stay here again

This was a last minute booking but it turned out great. The host team was easy to deal with and responded quickly to any questions. The unit is in a great location and perfect for 3-5 people. The only issue I saw is the master bathroom. The shower and toilet are in a tiny room and it’s hard to shut the door without stepping into the shower or straddling the toilet. All it needs is the hinges moved so the door swings the other way. I would definitely rent this unit and stay at the El Matador again.
The view from the balcony.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jan D.

Overall ok

The condo was ok. Dishes had dried food on them, and if you want to cook, you literally need to bring everything. I'm used to rentals that at least basic condiments like salt and pepper. This one had nothing. Also, only one roll of toilet paper for each bathroom. We had to share on the ladt night. Mattress in madter very uncomfortable, but location of condo was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Place to stay

Everything was fine. Jess needs to update.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Allison S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice view but outdated

The condo wasn’t the best. It’s outdated and the back slider and front door are very difficult to open and close. I wouldn’t rent this unit again knowing there are plenty of other updated units in the complex for the same price or less. Also, if I could do it over, I would rent straight from the matador website or the Holis website.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Super great location! Loved our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Shirley B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Mold

We were all congested. Thought it was an allergy but discovered mold in the bathroom. Very disappointed
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bernes Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Great place to stay, a lots of fun stuff to do with kids. Thank you
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Loved the location and the the condo. Great pool and everyone I had contact with was super nice!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful view

Beach was not crowded
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

jennifer w.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Loved the location.

was very disappointed in the cleanliness when we checked in.. Crumbs still on counter, hair still in bathroom and stuff still all over the floor. Took me an hour to clean before bringing stuff in. Sweeper in unit was horriblw
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Mary P.

Vacation

Room dacore was tacky and very outdated. Overall it was a good stay it just needed some updating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Paradise!

The location couldn’t have been better. The condo itself was great. Overall I was very pleased. My expectations were exceeded. I’m already looking into booking again for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019