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A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a large window providing natural light.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a small table.

A store with shelves stocked with snacks and treats, a 'Treats' sign, and a 'Welcome to Mary Esther' sign.

A hotel room with a wooden door, a bulletin board with an evacuation plan, a sink, and a framed picture on the wall.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Mary Esther-Fort Walton Beach

2.7 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Michael

HK$667

HK$754 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A beach with footprints and a clear sky.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and a large screen displaying information.

A hotel with a beach view, multiple parking levels, and a sign indicating 'Wavecrest'.

2. Wavecrest Lodge

Okaloosa Island, 1.8 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Elena

HK$744

HK$840 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern restaurant with a mix of seating options including tables and booths, a bar area, and a counter.

A modern lounge area with a wooden floor, grey upholstered seating, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A gym with cardio machines, benches, and dumbbells.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a desk, and a chair.

3. Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

Downtown Fort Walton Beach, 1.4 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Charity

HK$534

HK$603 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A beach with clear skies, a sandy shore, and a few beach umbrellas.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of the ocean.

4. Sundrift Inn

Okaloosa Island, 2.4 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Rosalba

HK$823

HK$930 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A beach with a row of blue umbrellas and beach chairs.

A modern outdoor bar area with wicker furniture, a bar counter, and a television screen.

A modern living room with a round dining table, wicker furniture, and a large window with a city view.

A multi-story hotel with a white facade and balconies. There are two blue beach chairs under a blue umbrella in the foreground.

5. Beal House Fort Walton Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Okaloosa Island, 2.7 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Dayami

HK$669

HK$756 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A modern restaurant with wooden flooring, green cushioned seating, and pendant lighting.

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, a bench, and dumbbells.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks labeled "Marriott Bonvoy Elite" and "Marriott Bonvoy."

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Fort Walton Beach Hurlburt Area

Oakland, 2.5 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Trevicia

HK$660

HK$746 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, and a coffee maker.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A hotel room with a bed, a brown sofa, a framed picture on the wall, and a carpeted floor.

A kitchen with open cabinets, containing various kitchenware and appliances.

7. Candlewood Suites Ft Walton Bch - Hurlburt Area by IHG

Seabreeze, 1.1 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Amie

HK$722

HK$894 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and two chairs. There are three wall-mounted lights and a chandelier.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a large window, and various kitchen appliances and utensils on the counter.

A reception area with a large mural of a beach scene, a reception desk, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with patterned curtains.

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach

Downtown Fort Walton Beach, 1.5 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Mark

HK$587

HK$663 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items and a refrigerated display with beverages.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, teal chairs, and hanging orange and white pendant lights.

A food display area with various snacks and beverages, a sign for a 24/7 market, and a breakfast counter in the background.

A modern hotel reception area with a curved counter, a digital information board, and a visible window to the outside.

9. TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

Seabreeze, 0.4 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Sara

HK$594

HK$671 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with clear blue water and white sand.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a reception desk.

Two blue beach chairs on a sandy beach with a clear sky and ocean in the background.

A balcony with a pool view, chairs, and a building in the background.

10. Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach

Okaloosa Island, 3.1 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Jason

HK$1,061

HK$1,199 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A beach with rows of green umbrellas and wooden lounge chairs.

A balcony with two chairs facing a beach.

A kitchen with a sink, coffee maker, and a view of a balcony.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a balcony with chairs, and a large window with a view of the ocean.

11. Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

Okaloosa Island, 1.9 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Kelly

HK$700

HK$791 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a modern wall design.

A modern lobby with a wooden wall, a reception desk, a large TV, and a peacock-themed painting.

A marina with boats docked, a clear sky, and a view of buildings in the distance.

A clear swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of the waterfront.

12. Seabreeze Inn

Seabreeze, 1 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

mary

HK$521

HK$641 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a beige facade, balconies, and palm trees.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a flat-screen TV, and large windows.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a wall-mounted clock, and a digital welcome sign.

13. Comfort Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

Seabreeze, 0.6 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Emily

HK$534

HK$643 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A spacious room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a dining table with chairs, and two armchairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a small desk, a chair, and a TV.

A reception area with a reception desk, a chair, a bulletin board, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A bathroom with a granite countertop sink, a mirror, a towel rack, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

14. Regency Inn Near Boardwalk & Hurlburt Field

Seabreeze, 0.8 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Kenneth

HK$432

HK$488 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white console table, a wicker basket, and a grey rug.

A dining area with a round table, two patterned chairs, a potted plant, and a wall-mounted painting.

15. Seaside Escape FL

Beal Parkway, 2.1 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Anonymous traveller

HK$581

HK$1,245 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A wooden pier extending into a body of water with a clear sky above.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a red chair to the left.

A hotel reception area with a marble floor, a wooden reception desk, and a sign that reads "QUALITY INN".

A sunset view with palm trees along a waterfront promenade.

16. Quality Inn Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

Seabreeze, 0.6 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Yamileth

HK$494

HK$558 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a chair.

A hotel entrance with a paved driveway, a covered waiting area, and a building with large windows and a black door.

A room with a bed, a green sofa, a framed picture on the wall, and a small table.

A reception area with a marble counter, a bulletin board with pamphlets, and a sign indicating an exit.

17. Townhouse Fort Walton Beach Hurlburt Field

2.4 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Ethan

HK$471

HK$557 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A reception area with a dark granite counter, a clock on the wall, and a door with a sign.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a telephone, and a mirror.

A multi-story hotel with a symmetrical facade, balconies, and a car parked in front.

18. Fairway Inn

Seabreeze, 0.5 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Todd

HK$457

HK$587 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A reception area with a surfboard decorated with stickers, a potted plant with an American flag, and a marble counter.

A hotel reception area with a white microwave on the counter, a large mirror above it, and a sign that reads "Relentless Pursuit of Perfection".

A restaurant with a view of a street and palm trees. There are tables and chairs inside.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a phone.

19. Hole Inn the Wall Hotel - Fort Walton Beach - Sunset Plaza - nearby Beaches & Hurlburt

Seabreeze, 0.4 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Michele

HK$541

HK$611 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a check-in/check-out sign, a reception desk, a potted plant, and a seating area with chairs.

A motel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a table, surrounded by a fence and palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, dresser, and a mirror.

20. Days Inn by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach

Seabreeze, 0.6 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Nanci

HK$471

HK$532 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Emerald Coast Science Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn & Suites Mary Esther-Fort Walton Beach	9.4 Exceptional 574 reviews	View
Wavecrest Lodge	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West	9.0 Wonderful 646 reviews	View
Sundrift Inn	9.0 Wonderful 888 reviews	View
Beal House Fort Walton Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View

Top Emerald Coast Science Center Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

8/10 Good

"It was above average the staff was nice ."

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect place to stay! My absolute favorite"

Regency Inn Near Boardwalk & Hurlburt Field

10/10 Excellent

"Very good"

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed here MANY times, but this last time was perfect. I heard new management took over in '24, and you can absolutely tell. Clean, pretty, comfortable rooms, all amenities open, it's just perfect here every time. Thank you for always being my go-to spot!!"

TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

8/10 Good

"Enjoyable stay"

Gulf Side 402🌊Gulf Front🏖️Free Beach Setup🐶Dogs OK

8/10 Good

"Nice condo, it was clean and well kept. We especially appreciate that he dog was aloud. The master bath sink has a slow drain so we just used the other sink which was fine."

4 Beds, POOL , Huge Backyard - Ranch Home

8/10 Good

"Host was very responsive when I had questions. Outdoor furniture was pretty worn Had issues with sliding door to get out to back. the issue was handled the next day to repair it. Pool was really nice, but there is a school behind the property and can hear the kids So if you go in summer shouldn’t be a problem Good location"

Perrydise@ Pirates' Bay Top-Floor Studio with Panoramic Sound Views, Pools, Dock

8/10 Good

"Great place to stay and the view is beautiful!"

Other attractions near Emerald Coast Science Center

A park with a concrete path, green grass, trees, and street lamps.

Liza Jackson Park

8.2/10 (61 reviews)

After visiting Liza Jackson Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fort Walton Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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A variety of fish on ice, including red snapper and other species, with a weighing scale and price tags visible.

Miracle Strip

You can enjoy retail therapy at Miracle Strip during your visit to Fort Walton Beach.

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Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum during your travels in Fort Walton Beach. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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A harbor with a docked sailboat, a building with multiple flags, and a cityscape in the background.

Fort Walton Beach Landing Park

After visiting Fort Walton Beach Landing Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fort Walton Beach.

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Towncrest Shopping Center

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Towncrest Shopping Center during your stay in Fort Walton Beach. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its seafood restaurants.

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Preston Hood Athletic Complex

Catch an event at Preston Hood Athletic Complex during your trip to Fort Walton Beach.

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Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center

Catch an event at Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center during your trip to Fort Walton Beach.

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Garnier Post Office Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Garnier Post Office Museum in Fort Walton Beach.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Emerald Coast Science Center?

Emerald Coast Science Center is located in a family-friendly area of Fort Walton Beach known for its beautiful beaches and top seafood restaurants. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 624 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Emerald Coast Science Center?

Adjacent to Emerald Coast Science Center, TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include Regency Inn Near Boardwalk & Hurlburt Field and Comfort Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West.

How many hotels will I find close to Emerald Coast Science Center?

Expedia has 624 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Emerald Coast Science Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Emerald Coast Science Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Emerald Coast Science Center.

What can I see and do near Emerald Coast Science Center?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Indian Temple Mound Museum and Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Liza Jackson Park and John Beasley Park. Explore nature at Okaloosa Island Beach and Oak Tree Nature Park.

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Our top choices for Emerald Coast Science Center hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Mary Esther-Fort Walton Beach

2. Wavecrest Lodge

3. Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

4. Sundrift Inn

5. Beal House Fort Walton Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Fort Walton Beach Hurlburt Area

7. Candlewood Suites Ft Walton Bch - Hurlburt Area by IHG

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach

9. TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

10. Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach

11. Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

12. Seabreeze Inn

13. Comfort Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

14. Regency Inn Near Boardwalk & Hurlburt Field

15. Seaside Escape FL

16. Quality Inn Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

17. Townhouse Fort Walton Beach Hurlburt Field

18. Fairway Inn

19. Hole Inn the Wall Hotel - Fort Walton Beach - Sunset Plaza - nearby Beaches & Hurlburt

20. Days Inn by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach

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Top Emerald Coast Science Center Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

Regency Inn Near Boardwalk & Hurlburt Field

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

Gulf Side 402🌊Gulf Front🏖️Free Beach Setup🐶Dogs OK

4 Beds, POOL , Huge Backyard - Ranch Home

Perrydise@ Pirates' Bay Top-Floor Studio with Panoramic Sound Views, Pools, Dock

Other attractions near Emerald Coast Science Center

Liza Jackson Park

Miracle Strip

Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum

Fort Walton Beach Landing Park

Towncrest Shopping Center

Preston Hood Athletic Complex

Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center

Garnier Post Office Museum

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