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 December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Beach/ocean view
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed
Exterior
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Bar
The price is NZ$256
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2025

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
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Pool View

Highlights

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Dune View

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 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. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Fort Walton Beach resort include HarborWalk Village and Destin Harbor Boardwalk.

What's nearby

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

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 22 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach on 1 Jan 2025 start from NZ$197.93, 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. 1215 out of 2308 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 557 out of 2308 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 275 out of 2308 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 139 out of 2308 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 122 out of 2308 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

Lauren Rebekah

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

4/10 Poor

Cailidh

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lots of bar options on-site with a DJ on pool deck. It was a little loud and party vibes for my family vacay but would work for other types of groups. Lots of extra fees over listed price online.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Bismarck

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It felt like a tiny island. Food was good and the staff was so friendly and helpful. Very short walk to the beach too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with family and small children
This our second year staying at The Island resort. Our family loves it so much and that’s why it’s our family vacation spot every year. We did notice how the prices of things are getting a little out of hand. $5.50 for orange juice is a little crazy. $14 plus tip for a mixed drink that is mainly ice is way too high as well.other than the prices, the resort is great and very family friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALEXANDER, Dunwoody

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the Grotto pool but was very cold. Music should have been more beach music like after 5:00 Jimmy Buffet songs till close. The heated pool was nice. The grounds were well kept. My room was noisy with refrigerator ran loudly in room 3007 and customers in next room noisy and could hear everyone come down hall and hear the ice machine fill ice buckets. Buffet breakfast was good. Overall the resort was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property nice and quiet and lots to do
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Noisy
Everything was great. But the walls were very thin. You could hear everything. Did not like that the neighbors turned up the music so loud so they could have sex, in which was very noisy. We had to leave the room at one point. It was grossing my daughter out. They did this several times. I understand a lot of people may stay for their honeymoon. It would be nice if they showed some respect for young ears or people in general.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

10/10 Excellent

Treonna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and relaxing. I will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that it was right on the beach..restaurants in and close by were very good..
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I’ll start with the good and then the not so good, the good, check in was prompt and effective, food on premises was great, drinks were fantastic, the pool does not seem to be heated, but was very nice and refreshing, the grotto bar is a must, this would be a great family vacation with a couple changes …. The beach out front is everything you could ever want for a Florida Beach, white sugar, sand, Clear water! You’re about a quarter mile from the pier and just a walk to some great restaurants Now I’ll get to the bad, there is a no smoking policy at the hotel however, on several occasions, I walked out to my beachfront balcony to be overwhelmed with the smell of marijuana smoke, each time I called management and they seemed to not be concerned it definitely put a downer on the last couple days of my trip, for my inconvenience, the resort waived my parking fee, which was a nice gesture, but I honestly expected them to do more The second issue came when we were in the spa, there was a couple that was absolutely fall down, drunk, loud and vulgar, the male ended up, hugging and kissing on some innocent guy that finally got pissed off enough to get up and leave, again I notified management And nothing was done. That couple eventually left this raises, some concerns with lack of security, this very well could have been an isolated event. My suggestion to ownership would be to get more management on premises and more security presence, I would still return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manolito

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice beach access. A 5 minute drive to Destin or Ft Walton. Decent food option. The hotel restaurant served a good breakfast. Has a grotto swim upto pool bar. Nice option when you want to get away from the beach. Staff were nice and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jodie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, great staff, clean, great location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Aimee

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
My coffee maker was broken and I cannot get coffee till 7 AM when I get up at 5 AM
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the fact i didn't have to drive anywhere. There were food and shopping within walking distance and plenty of things to do at the resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful place. Everything was great but my room. I booked a suite with an ocean view. My room was on the bottom floor. No ocean view. I had a view of tables and sand dunes on the bottom floor. I was told they only have 5 suites and they were booked. I had a great time anyways but if u want ocean view i would call and make sure you're not on the bottom because its the same price.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sienna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
I feel like we got catfished…none of the pictures show the area we stayed in….we thought we were getting a balcony and nice view and that was not the case. There is no elevators so don’t pack a lot. We showed up and was slapped in the face with a $500 fee for parking and resort fees that we were not expecting. Our room still had garbage from the previous person who stayed. The walls are very thin so you can hear EVERYTHING. Every person I spoke to was extremely rude and I contacted customer services and they basically said oh well go to the front desk if I wanted. Me and my husband was very disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was a good stay! I probably would stay again, however I prefer more space in the room. You could tell it was an upgraded old hotel, but it was not bad. My only complaint is there were no instructions given at check in. We had to call the desk to find out basic information like when the pool closed and what the hours of breakfast would be. I bought the breakfast vouchers for 3 days worth and only used once. Breakfast was not worth the extra money.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and all amenities were close and convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024