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The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4.0 star property

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
$146
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19

Explore the area

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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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Gulf View)

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

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

View all photos for Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Pool View

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Dune View

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 this property

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4-star resort in Okaloosa Island
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 hot tub and 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 hot tub, a fitness center, and a garden. Limited onsite parking is offered on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge), and a car charging station is available.

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.

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 buffet 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 buffet 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. 1566 out of 2969 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 711 out of 2969 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 377 out of 2969 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 167 out of 2969 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 148 out of 2969 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We always stay at The Island can’t wait to go back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time. I would recommend to anyone.Absolutely beautiful place.Clean,great staff and lots of amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hethyre, Arcadia

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach staff was very nice and the view was supreme
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Darah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not going to list the bad, because any day at the beach is a good day!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just know 15 per day for parking
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a pool view room. The Grotto Pool, that we were facing is beautiful. Being on the 5th floor, we could also see the side of the bay. The place was exceptionally clean and the staff was first class.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Osmel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning beach areas and ocean view. Can't wait to return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis, Dryden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Martha, Johnscreek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were not upgraded and put us on a room next to the ice machine ( Constant noises).
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent place to stay! They brought us a pack and play for out 14 month old and were very friendly! The place was right off the beach and our kids loved walking down to the beach and walking to the boardwalk restraunt!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

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

8/10 Good

angela

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property has good access to the beach, however the property shows lack of maintenance. Shower head has clogged nozzle, wallpaper peeling up door hinges squeal. Location has interior more like would expect from a $50/night hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beach access was great. The sunset side we were on was a bit dated but overall very good. Everything closes at 10:00 on the resort so no night life to speak of
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, gonzales

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
had a great stay. loved the pool and entertainment
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marián

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, ocean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025