What is Okaloosa Island like?

Okaloosa Island is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Are you looking for Okaloosa Island travel tips? Make sure that you visit Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Okaloosa Island?

Based on our traveller data, The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach is one of the top choices for your stay in Okaloosa Island. This resort is a short 1-minute walk from Okaloosa Island Beach, and it offers 2 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Wavecrest Lodge and Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin .

How many hotels are there in the Okaloosa Island area?

Expedia has 3002 hotels and other accommodation options in Okaloosa Island to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Fort Walton Beach area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Okaloosa Island, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in Okaloosa Island.

What is there to do in this Fort Walton Beach neighbourhood?

Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Okaloosa Island Beach, Fort Walton Beaches and John Beasley Park while you're in Okaloosa Island. You could also plan a visit to Wild Willy's Adventure Zone or Princess Beach while you're in the neighbourhood. Indian Temple Mound Museum, Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum and Garnier Post Office Museum are just a few of the places to visit in and around Okaloosa Island. While you're out sightseeing in Fort Walton Beach, make sure that you visit other sights such as Beltway Shopping Center or Miracle Strip.

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A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a beach and ocean.

1. Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach

Okaloosa Island

Joanne

HK$1,152 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A resort pool area with palm trees, a beach view, and a clear blue sky.

2. Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG

Okaloosa Island

Sharon

HK$1,158 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

3. Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach

Okaloosa Island

Ernesto

HK$1,085 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

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

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

Okaloosa Island

kevin

HK$792 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

5. Four Points by Sheraton Destin-Fort Walton Beach

Okaloosa Island

Jasmine

HK$1,111 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

6. Sundrift Inn

Okaloosa Island

Andres

HK$868 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A beach with footprints and a clear sky.

7. Wavecrest Lodge

Okaloosa Island

Elena

HK$812 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

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

8. Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

Okaloosa Island

Heather

HK$791 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

A resort with a large central pool, palm trees, and a marina in the background.

9. Destin West Resort by Panhandle Getaways

Okaloosa Island

Adriana

HK$7,187 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A terrace with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water with palm trees and a distant cityscape.

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach

Downtown Fort Walton Beach, 1.6 km from Okaloosa Island

Valeria

HK$1,055 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

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

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

Downtown Fort Walton Beach, 1.7 km from Okaloosa Island

Robin

HK$707 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

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

Downtown Fort Walton Beach, 1.8 km from Okaloosa Island

Charity

HK$674 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with glass doors, a reception desk, and blue accent walls.

13. Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG

Seabreeze, 2.5 km from Okaloosa Island

Luis

HK$895 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

14. TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

Seabreeze, 2.9 km from Okaloosa Island

Sara

HK$708 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

An outdoor bar area with round tables and chairs, a counter with a TV, and a view of greenery.

15. Hyatt House Destin

17.3 km from Okaloosa Island

Ackim

HK$878 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A reception area with a reception desk, two green armchairs, a beige sofa, and a potted plant.

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach-Eglin AFB

5.9 km from Okaloosa Island

NICOLE

HK$746 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by multi-story buildings with balconies.

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Destin

13.3 km from Okaloosa Island

Bryan David

HK$785 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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

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

Seabreeze, 2.7 km from Okaloosa Island

Emily

HK$643 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

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

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

5.9 km from Okaloosa Island

Julia

HK$746 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a central fire feature, and a view of the water.

20. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Fort Walton Beach-Eglin AFB

Ocean City, 4.8 km from Okaloosa Island

Robert

HK$981 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Okaloosa Island

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Wavecrest Lodge	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Beal House Fort Walton Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Sundrift Inn	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 903 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,038 reviews	View

Where to stay in Okaloosa Island

Find the best Okaloosa Island areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Okaloosa Island

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Downtown Fort Walton Beach

If you're spending some time in Downtown Fort Walton Beach, Santa Rosa Sound and Indian Temple Mound Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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Beal Parkway

When in Beal Parkway, you can plan a visit to Okaloosa Island Beach and Wild Willy's Adventure Zone, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Seabreeze

While visiting Seabreeze, you might make a stop by sights like Emerald Coast Science Center and Santa Rosa Sound.

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A wooden pier extending into calm water with a sunset in the background.

Elliot's Point

While visiting Elliot's Point, you might make a stop by sights like Choctawhatchee Bay and Santa Rosa Sound.

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Wright

While Wright may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Okaloosa Island Beach and Wild Willy's Adventure Zone.

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Top Okaloosa Island Hotel Reviews

Sundrift Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was amazing. They let us get early checked in"

Wavecrest Lodge

8/10 Good

"Very nice, clean and maintained rooms and property. Literally steps from the beach and beautiful views from the windows. Only dislikes are no balconies. A room with a balcony would have been spectacular, especially when the hotel right beside you has wonderful balconies, AND you have to pay for parking, which is a pet peeve. If I'm a guest at a hotel, I shouldn't have to pay to park there!"

Four Points by Sheraton Destin-Fort Walton Beach

10/10 Excellent

"I had stayed at this property before but didn't realize it when booking. I was not disappointed. The hotel was clean and well maintained and the staff was amazing! They went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience. The beach location is perfect and the property is nice and relaxing. The on-site restaurant facing the beach is super convenient with great food and service. I would absolutely stay here again. This is an older property but it is well maintained and clean."

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

8/10 Good

"This property had an excellent ocean view from the balcony. It was an interior condo and did not have any other exterior windows.In addition, the bed had not been changed from the previous stay since we had sand in the sheets on the first night.The living room and master bathroom were dim due to a couple of lights that were out that needed to be replaced.Overall, I would stay at this place again if the price point made sense."

Sunny Corner Condo, Ground Level, Direct Lazy River Access, Free Beach Service!

10/10 Excellent

"We have stayed at Destin West many times. The condo was nice. Everything was clean. Beds were comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped. The management was quick to respond and remedy any problems. My family really enjoyed this condo. We would stay again."

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Our top choices for Okaloosa Island hotels

1. Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach

2. Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG

3. Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach

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

5. Four Points by Sheraton Destin-Fort Walton Beach

6. Sundrift Inn

7. Wavecrest Lodge

8. Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

9. Destin West Resort by Panhandle Getaways

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach

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

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

13. Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG

14. TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

15. Hyatt House Destin

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach-Eglin AFB

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Destin

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

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

20. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Fort Walton Beach-Eglin AFB

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Where to stay in Okaloosa Island

Downtown Fort Walton Beach

Beal Parkway

Seabreeze

Elliot's Point

Wright

Top Okaloosa Island Hotel Reviews

Sundrift Inn

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