The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4.0 star property
Family-friendly fun at the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
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Beach/ocean view
Exterior
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
The price is NZ$274
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Gulf View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Dune View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Fort Walton Beach

A family-friendly stay in Fort Walton Beach awaits you at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach. Within a short 5-minute stroll, you'll find Wayside Park and Santa Rosa Sound. Highlights at this beachfront resort include 2 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools and 3 bars/lounges. .The restaurant, Fish House, is open for dinner. Tripp Tide Beach Bar is the resort's own bar. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site gym and kids' swimming pool. 14004 square feet (1301 square metres) of event facilities include 5 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Fort Walton Beach resort, attractions include Destin Harbor Boardwalk and Destin Beaches.

What's nearby

  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 4 min walk
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 6 min walk
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 6 min walk
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 8 min walk
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 13 min walk

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 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

Family-friendly fun at the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
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.

  • 335 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • 14004 sq ft of conference space
  • 1301 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1969
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
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). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • 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

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • 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
  • Vegetable garden

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

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

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
  • Recycling
  • 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

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

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

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.
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses a grey water recycling system.

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.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

As of 21 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach on 22 Jan 2025 start from NZ$216.79, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

Yep, The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach has a self car park for USD 15 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

Yep, The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach is on Fort Walton Beaches, which travelers give top marks. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing. You can also find boat tours.

Does The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach features 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and 3 bars. All guestrooms come with pillowtop beds and premium bedding.

What makes The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and a bar, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach.

Is The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, a playground and on-site mini golf, it's no surprise that The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach is a hit with families.

Does The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach serve breakfast?

Yeah, our guests speak well of the buffet breakfast here! Served daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

No, The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

Yep, they've got a beach bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1228 out of 2336 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 559 out of 2336 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 283 out of 2336 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 143 out of 2336 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 123 out of 2336 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

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A good place to stay
It was a great stay except the coffee machine in the room looked dirty and it should have been mentioned that one of the pools would be closed for maintenance and being charged for a chair at the pool is ridiculous the elevators were a little sketchy but overall it was a nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
7.5/10
My wife and I were here for 5 days in a standard king room, here were our pros and cons: Pros: clean great buffet nice beach comfortable bed Cons: Small room your curtains always need to be closed because you're on display Spotty WiFi noise easily enters the room from the outside Overall its a fine place to stay and a good value but its not going to blow anyone away with the amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience! The staff is very friendly and helpful! We thoroughly enjoyed our visit completely!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cory

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room felt like a motel. Nothing like the pictures on their website. Their heated pool was down for maintenance and was never told to us prior. Their main pool with the grotto was not swimable. It was 45 degrees! Since the heated pool was down I felt that they should have tried warming up the other pool. The staff were super nice though and the food at the Coastal kitchen was really good.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shonn

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was great. The food was great. The ambience is great. I really enjoyed myself. The serenity of the water and my view was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nicer smaller resort!
We loved this resort. It is smaller which made it so easy to get around and didn’t have to walk 5miles to do anything. They had a good variety of food and drinks including a Mexican food truck!! Also had a lot of activities throughout the day/evening. Staff were all very friendly. My only complaint is the heated pool was under construction which I wasn’t aware of when I booked it and the main pools water was so cold you couldn’t swim (even kids would stick one foot in and say nope)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alexa

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Terrence

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pool was shut down twice during our one week stay. Not very timely for 85 degree weather. Disappointing.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki Ann

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed at The Island every October for last 8 years. The rooms are average but the grounds and pools are beautiful. Love the Tripp Tide and beachfront location. The front desk staff (Alexis) and lead housekeeper (Thelma) remember us each year are so nice and accommodating! It’s our home away from home!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best Island Life
Employees were outstanding. Helpful, gracious and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is more of an adult friendly resort, not really any food options for kids. They need to have hot dogs, hamburgers, grilled cheese, chicken nuggets and an ice cream truck for the little ones.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this property. The only that that frustrates me is we had no idea that we had to pay separate fees for parking and resort fees plus taxes on that and because we didn’t use cash we were charged another fee to use our debit card. So 5 days costed us an extra 257.00 that we didn’t know we had to pay. Other than that we have no complaints. We loved it and definitely will stay again. Our room was on the first floor with a patio facing the courtyard and it was a great room.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariana

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good. Servers and bartenders were very good. Room clean. Hotel does need to up grade system. No credit cards could be used or charges to room. They were sending people to atm.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
All the staff was extremely polite. Very clean throughout the resort. Only thing that was disappointing was that the one pool that was warm was emptied a couple days after we were there for painting which i understand but the other pool with groto and walk up bar was extremely COLD! No getting used to it. But beach access was super easy. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Leisa

Travelled with partner
Beautiful tropical feel. Disappointed the heated pool was closed for re surfacing. The water at the Grotto bar was ice cold! No closet space in our room.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristi

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Unfortunately the elevators were not working properly part of the time, the heated pool went under maintenance right after we got there, and the big pool was freezing!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grotto stole the show with our son loving the waterfall. The view of the ocean was breathtaking. We will absolutely visit again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Third Time there and the same staff is there. That tells you all you need to know about this property
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024