The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach, Fort Walton Beach: Info, Photos, Reviews

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Fort Walton Beach beachfront resort with 2 restaurants, beach bar

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

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

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk

Laundry facilities

Connecting rooms available

Electric vehicle charging point

Bar

Parking available

Main amenities

Daily housekeeping
On the beach
2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
2 outdoor pools
Breakfast available
Fitness centre
Beach umbrellas
Beach sunloungers
Self parking
Children's pool
Beach bar
Pool bar

Feel at home

Children stay free
Children's pool
Playground on-site
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels

includes taxes & fees

6 Jan - 7 Jan

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 14 of 14 rooms

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Renovated in 2020

Blackout curtains

Pillow-top bed

Premium bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Similar properties

Pool

Pet-friendly

Parking available

Free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

11 Jan - 12 Jan

About the area

Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548

What's nearby

Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Okaloosa Island Pier - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Okaloosa Island Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

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

At The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach, you can spend time at the beach enjoying beach umbrellas, beachside drinks and sunloungers, plus you'll only be within a 10-minute drive of Destin Harbor Boardwalk. 2 outdoor pools provide a splash of fun, and guests can also take advantage of a fitness centre. Fish House, one of 2 restaurants, serves dinner. Other highlights include 3 bars/lounges, a poolside bar and a children's pool. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

335 units

Arriving/Leaving

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

Up to 2 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)

Pets

Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome

Internet

Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

On-site self-parking (USD 15 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
On-site parking is limited
Electric vehicle charging point on site
On-site parking includes off-street options

Other information

Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
2 restaurants
3 bars/lounges
Beach bar
Poolside bar
Swim-up bar
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

Children stay for free (see details)
Children's pool
Mini golf
Playground

What to do

On the beach
Mini golf
Golf lessons nearby
Boat tours nearby
Scuba-diving nearby

Working away

Business centre
5 meeting rooms
Conference space (14004 square feet)

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
On-site car hire
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Bike hire
Beach sunloungers
Beach umbrellas
Pool loungers

Facilities

Built in 1969
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fitness centre
2 outdoor pools
At least 80% of food locally sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
100% renewable energy
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soft drinks bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

Television
Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning

Sleep well

Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls

Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Dining

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.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
Breakage deposit: USD 150.00 per stay (for guests under 25 years old)

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Resort fee: USD 32.77 per accommodation, per night

Resort fee inclusions:

Beach access
Beach towels
Business centre/computer access

Optional extras

Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 23.95 per person
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.5 per cent

Parking

Self-parking costs USD 15 per night

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

This property uses a grey water recycling system.

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.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

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

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

Yes. Self-parking costs USD 15 per night. Parking spaces may be limited. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as boat tours, scuba-diving and waterskiing, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the resort's other amenities, which include 3 bars and a fitness centre. The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach also has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring beachfront dining.

What's the area around The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach like?

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach is on Fort Walton Beaches, a short 4-minute walk from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island and 6 minutes' walk from Okaloosa Island Pier. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Very good

4 Jan 2025

Decent property for couples or families.

Clean, but a bit dated. Couldn’t access a main area due to construction. Also, some areas were not open as advertised (pool bar and grill) and there was not live music every night (1 night only and we stayed 6 nights). Nice location and gorgeous beach.