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The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4.0 star property

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Water view
Courtyard
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Pool View | Living area | 50-inch TV with satellite channels, streaming services
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
$135
$120 nightly
$135 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jan 29 - Jan 30

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Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548
  • Place, Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View, Poolside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Dune or Gulf View) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Dune or Gulf View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds (Dune or Gulf View)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(112 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed (Gulf View) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed (Gulf View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(59 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(78 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Gulf View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(113 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(125 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Dune View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Fort Walton Beach

Located in Fort Walton Beach (Okaloosa Island), The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach is within a 15-minute walk of Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. .This beach resort is 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from Destin Beaches and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Destin Harbor Boardwalk.
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What's nearby

  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wild Willy's Adventure Zone - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angler's Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Old Bay Steamer - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Upper Deck Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rockin Tacos - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Crab Trap - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

Family-friendly beachfront location with 2 outdoor 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). Housekeeping is provided daily.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a hot tub and 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. Cooked-to-order 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.
Cooked-to-order 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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 23.95 for adults and USD 13.86 for children
  • 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
  • Hot tub
  • 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 center

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
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • 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 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1969
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 125 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

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

Property 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
  • Pool access
  • Hot tub access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 23.95 for adults and USD 13.86 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 15 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 125 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. 1562 out of 2960 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 707 out of 2960 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 375 out of 2960 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 167 out of 2960 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 149 out of 2960 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach is gorgeous: water is clear jade and calm. Landscaping on the property is beautiful. The only thing I would change is that they should make the hot tub adults only: Way too many little kids in there!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was very pretty but unheated pool was too cold and we had a theft from our vehicle. Loved the beach but room had no drawers for clothes. The bath was okay but slippery shower floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori, Allentown

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very impressed with this property. We had a beachfront view which was stunning. The breakfast buffet was good, wish the food could have been warmer. Pools were nice, liked that they continually played music. The only complaint I have are the towels. Especially the beach towels, thin and small.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room beach view was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay! One day I will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen Mary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay with lots of amenities restaurants the beaches were gorgeous it's fabulous
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Erica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only one of the pools is heated. Slow service at on site restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Heather

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All the staff were very friendly. The beach view was gorgeous. We loved the pools and all the amenities available
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Adam James

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beach was nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Sherry

Traveled with family
Buffet was not included per Expedia advertisement, additional fees to pay at resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Alena

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Rooms were much smaller than the website made them appear. There is no elevator to reach the upper floors. This made it hard for me since I have arthritis.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diliya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis, Dryden

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great hotel on the Gulf with the most amazing sand. What an amazing find
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Angela

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our door to hallway had such a gap in it that you could see outside and hear everything, had to call security because our neighbor was blasting music, it was a college sorority week, and security guy said “ it’s the weekend and there is a wedding downstairs, I told security to come to my room and listen, it was definitely our next door neighbor, he told them to quiet down but that didn’t last for long. The shower had moldy caulking that needed fixing and pictures online bathroom looked nothing like the bathroom we ended up with. Will not be staying there anymore:(
Bathroom we got
Bathroom moldy caulk
Gross bathrooms with mold
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melvin D. Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place didn’t know about resort or parking fees until check in.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to shopping and dining. The pool area is amazing and fun activities for guests. Easy beach access. Friendly staff. Parking is the only difficult thing, but to be expected during prime season and nice facility.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always an amazing experience at the Island
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mayssa

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
staff was inconsistent in communication and expectations. room bathroom tiny, we came a day late and were told we would not be charged for the night we did not stay, but then later were charged.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025