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The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4.0 star property

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Beach/ocean view
Courtyard
Junior Suite, Multiple Beds (Dune or Gulf View) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Water view
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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

Room options

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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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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(107 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
(4 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, Gulf View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(98 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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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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

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds (Dune or Gulf View)

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

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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)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(40 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(76 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(92 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

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

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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
(52 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4-star Fort Walton Beach resort walkable to Fort Walton Beaches
At The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach, hit the beach, dine onsite 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 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 fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. 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.

Dining is available at one of the resort's 2 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. The property also has a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the resort's bars, which include 3 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. Wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This beach resort also offers a fitness center, a garden, and a terrace. Limited onsite parking is offered on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge), and a car charging station is available. A total renovation of this property was completed in April 2020.

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach has designated areas for smoking.

Buffet 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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 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

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference space

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
  • Renovated entire property - April 2020
  • 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

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 buffet breakfast: approximately USD 23.95 per person
  • 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. 1398 out of 2639 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 620 out of 2639 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 330 out of 2639 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 156 out of 2639 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 135 out of 2639 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

4/10 Poor

Brandi

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very disappointed in the price of this property. Very out of date. Out shower had no water pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lorena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beachside resort with heated pool. Loved the resort, would love to visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Where’s the manager?

The resort was very nice with lots of fun amenities. When we checked in, we were given wristbands to be used as our room key. We got to the room and they didn’t work. Went back to the front desk and the very helpful young man there worked some magic and said they should work now. Attempt #2 at getting in the room failed. My husband went back to the desk and was told the manager would be there shortly to help. NEVER came. By now we’re waiting for over 20 minutes to get in our room. We flagged down a member of the housekeeping staff who let us in our room, but wristbands still didn’t work. We dropped our bags and again went to the front desk to express our disappointment that the manager never showed and that we needed new bands because obviously ours didn’t work. We did get new bands which got us in our room. Besides that, fun place, lots of pools and a beautiful beachfront property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
stayed here for a weekend and we loved the place. it offers you everything you need to just go and spend some days without the stress of going to the beach. they have beach rentals (you have to pay for them tho / but you can also lay on the sand), access to the beach and to a nice boardwalk. grotto pool is amazing. they have 2 bars and drinks were good. also buffet breakfast was good as well. i would definitely go back. room were nice and comfortable. really recommended this place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Loren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly, we were skeptical about The Island after seeing some unfavorable TikTok reviews. However, the price for a balcony, gulf view room, the location, and the beautiful property w/waterfalls changed our minds. The staff was professional and welcoming, that's really, overall, the most important thing for us! Some things could be improved, of course, but not a big enough deal to report. It was close Destin, and all of our excursions, the bars had great drinks, the locals were charming people, I could go on. It was a good time!!! We go right back tomorrow, if possible!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super great staff and great time. Room was incredible comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

DeShonna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing! Nice location for the pools and beach. I couldn’t believe all the things they got around them. Everything pretty much walking distance. I loved it. I’ll be booking me a stay again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would recommend this resort and would love to come back sometime. Loved the restaurant and different bars and the ability to walk next door to several restaurants. Staff was friendly and especially enjoyed the many different areas to relax in.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very dirty. Floors still had sand on them from previous stay, dirt stains on the floor, shower still had black sand left. Air conditioning was very unreliable so the room was so muggy all of our stuff was damp. Front desk wasn’t very friendly or helpful when we had a billing issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beach view
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the Gulf view room. Soft white sand. Close proximity to the Gulf beach.breakfast. heated pool. Kind people
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place rigbt on the beach
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Loved the view but the room needed a bit of work
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mirela

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Anne, Burlington

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
While the room rate was good all the added fees made it more expensive. Would be nice to have more food choices on property if it is a resort. Breakfast buffet was expensive so we disnt use it an opted to bring in food but the room only had a very small refrigerator. Nice to have some daily housekeeping alough the floor was not super clean. Weather happened to be cool so we couldnt take advantage of the pool area although it looked really nice. Loved the free smores one night! Hallways were dingy and smelled old.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Bruna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Some of the front desk employees were not friendly or attentative to help.that was disappointing. Room service they didnt make sure I had coffee or sugar besides they did clean the room .
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alysha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Hotel was resort like. Nice and clean. Will say it is some what noisy. Can hear everything in the hallways. Definitely would stay here again even with the noise.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Kimberly

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My family and I checked in on a Friday. Upon entering the room we noticed how small it was and the room itself could have been cleaned better my housekeeping. The bathroom really small and the way the shower is set up the entire bathroom floor would get wet. I see major mold issues in the future with that issue with the shower in the bathroom. Will not stay at this property ever again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025