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The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4.0 star property

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Water view
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains
3 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar, beach bar
Beach/ocean view
2 restaurants, lunch served

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Laundry

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, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

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, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

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 | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 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, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

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, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

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, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

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, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Gulf View

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

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, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

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, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

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

Family-friendly beachfront location with 2 outdoor pools
At The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach, hit the beach, dine on-site 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 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). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.

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

The shopping around The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Wayside Park. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants.
  • Free WiFi
  • Options for a bite to eat or a refreshing drink include 2 restaurants, a coffee shop, a beach bar and a swim-up bar
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a gym, mini golf and bicycles to rent
  • Guests have great things to say about the family-friendly amenities and the clean guestrooms
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Okaloosa Island Beach and 7 minutes from HarborWalk Village
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Fish House – This restaurant only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Island Grill – This café only serves lunch. 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 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
  • 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 centre

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
  • 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

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 organised 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 per cent 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: USD 125 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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 at the property

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
  • Pool access
  • Hot tub 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
  • 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 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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.

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1553 out of 2937 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 703 out of 2937 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 370 out of 2937 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 166 out of 2937 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 145 out of 2937 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

Hau

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lizet

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good hotel, food was ok, need more food options elsewhere not just the main kitchen. The pool was fun, could only get in one of the pools because the other was super cold. The beach was lovely super close. Good to stay if you’re traveling with kids
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

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

Nice stay

Everyone was very friendly the early check in is super nice and we had a good time. The rooms and lobby have been redone and well taken care of. Will be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Travelled with group
Very friendly staff! Lot of amenities. Walk to the beach. It has everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The sand and water was amazing but the room i got assigned was not a good room. Tiki bar obstructed my view
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Manuel

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cora

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Bridget

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
it was ok, lots of screaming kids and beach chair rentals suck. Great beach, miles of it
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Travelled with family
The website is misleading on what the rooms look like. Apparently they are doing some remodels and we were in the older units. I question if they are changing the quilts every time guest check out.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lidya

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Curtis Lee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The Island resort itself was nice, the facility outside bars , pools were all very clean. The Negative, drinks at the bars were way to expensive, food at the restaurants were way to expensive, rooms were clean but could be updated. Walls are very thin in the rooms, you hear all the kids screaming and everyone talking in the hallways. I won’t be back just because of the drink and food prices are so outrageous. Not the friendliest staff either. Just my opinion and I travel a lot.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms at the beach house are amazing. Ocean front with a balcony.. the grounds are well kept although the pools were very cold almost not enjoyable because it was so cold. Prices at bar were a little high for soda 5.00 and water 4.00 a bottle but otherwise was a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steante

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have been staying here for a few years now and we love it. Very family friendly and safe
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

nolan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pictures are really tru to the room..
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRIANNA, New Richmond

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the swimming area and the little grotto bar!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cierra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Overall was a great experience but some things did occur which made the trip less than excellent. Upon checking in the front desk woman was laughing the entire check in. At one point she had to hide behind the computer because she was laughing while asking questions and checking us in. This didn’t make sense to me and felt rude. When asking questions she responded in a sighing way that made it seem like my questions were stupid or not worth her time. The room itself was nice but there was a very strong smell. Like an older male cologne that did not leave the room for our entire 5 day trip. I even tried to lysol it out. You also cannot control your AC to match your comfort level. It was fine during the day but at night it would kick on for very long period of time and be freezing and then later on hot.You can hear everything around you while in the room so keep that in mind if you’re a light sleeper or have kids. This was not an issue for us until the last night, a monday, where we had to catch a flight at 5 am the next day. The artist was suppose to play until 9pm but passed their time by nearly and hour and was very loud. When i called the FD they did not seem to care but after a longer convo they agreed to send security to tell them to turn it down. This never happened. Lastly your paying a resort fee daily but there is nothing exclusive to this place. Anyone can access the beach or pool. Good location and well maintained. But overpriced for what your getting.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Hayley

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very limited parking, if you leave be back before 3:00pm. The room doors do not seal therefore all the THC smell comes into your room, it goes on all day and night, sadly management does not do anything about it. Extremely over priced drinks, food cost is not too bad but the gift shop is high priced for snacks. Bring your own is the best way. It’s a family place and adults act like it’s a strip club there, very inappropriate. I was very disappointed in my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

arturo

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property was average, didn’t like all the hidden fees Parking fees, added resort fee, city taxes on the parking fee and a special tax total 225:00 dollars for ridiculous things.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Alyssa

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025