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

A reception desk with a large poster of a pier and boats, a wooden counter, and shelves with various items.

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

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

Julia

HK$727

HK$821 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A beach with footprints and a clear sky.

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

2. Wavecrest Lodge

Okaloosa Island, 1.8 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Carol

HK$994

HK$1,123 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A modern interior with vending machines and shelves stocked with snacks and beverages.

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and a stationary bike, large windows with a view of palm trees and water.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a large TV screen.

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach

Downtown Fort Walton Beach, 1.6 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Franchesca

HK$1,365

HK$1,542 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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

A reception area with a modern desk, a framed artwork on the wall, and a door with a sign.

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

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

Mike

HK$527

HK$596 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A hotel room with a view of the ocean, a grey sofa with blue cushions, a small table, a lamp, and a heater.

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

5. Sundrift Inn

Okaloosa Island, 2.4 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Mariana

HK$1,039

HK$1,175 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

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 balcony with wicker chairs and a table overlooking a beach with umbrellas.

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

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

Okaloosa Island, 2.7 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Constance

HK$1,063

HK$1,201 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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

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

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

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

Oakland, 2.5 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Thomas

HK$660

HK$746 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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 kitchen with open cabinets, containing various kitchenware and appliances.

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

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

Seabreeze, 1.1 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Keith

HK$721

HK$894 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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 La Quinta Inn & Suites building with a two-story structure, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating the name.

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

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

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

nashuada

HK$660

HK$746 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

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

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

10. TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

Seabreeze, 0.4 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Laurie

HK$604

HK$683 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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

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

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

11. Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach

Okaloosa Island, 3.1 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Kimberly

HK$974

HK$1,101 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

A pool with palm trees, a beach, and a sign for 'Calipso Spa'.

A balcony with two chairs facing a beach.

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

12. Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

Okaloosa Island, 1.9 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Emily

HK$1,027

HK$1,160 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

A modern waiting area with a herringbone wood floor, leather seating, and large windows offering a view of the street.

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.

13. Seabreeze Inn

Seabreeze, 1 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Donald

HK$391

HK$495 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

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.

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

Seabreeze, 0.6 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

KARTHIK

HK$560

HK$672 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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

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

A spacious living area with a kitchen, dining table, and seating area.

15. Regency Inn Near Boardwalk & Hurlburt Field

Seabreeze, 0.8 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Alan Damián

HK$471

HK$532 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

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

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

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a black metal fence and multiple blue lounge chairs.

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

16. Fairway Inn

Seabreeze, 0.5 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

James

HK$464

HK$595 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

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

A sunset view with palm trees along a waterfront promenade.

A beachfront hotel with beach chairs, umbrellas, and a jet ski.

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

17. Quality Inn Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

Seabreeze, 0.6 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Yamileth

HK$516

HK$583 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

A vending machine with a Coca-Cola advertisement, a water dispenser, and a washing machine.

18. Townhouse Fort Walton Beach Hurlburt Field

2.4 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Keely

HK$459

HK$543 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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

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$510

HK$576 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

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

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

A dining area with a table and chairs, a painting of a coastal scene, and a Daybreak sign.

20. Days Inn by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach

Seabreeze, 0.6 km from Emerald Coast Science Center

Daphne

HK$471

HK$532 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

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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	9.4 569 569 reviews	View
Wavecrest Lodge	9.2 1009 1,009 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach	9.4 254 254 reviews	View
Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West	9.0 610 610 reviews	View
Sundrift Inn	9.0 823 823 reviews	View

Top Emerald Coast Science Center Hotel Reviews

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

8/10 Good

"Loved the beach view and the rooms were clean. shower leaked for a long period of time after using and toilet didn’t always want to flush the first time. Room was but ice machine and was loud."

Wavecrest Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"It was a nice stay and close to the beach and very affordable. We enjoyed our stay."

TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

10/10 Excellent

"Good parking, very clean everywhere. Good price!"

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

10/10 Excellent

"Beach view, clean rooms ."

Regency Inn Near Boardwalk & Hurlburt Field

8/10 Good

"People"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach

10/10 Excellent

"I stay frequently and it is always clean, staff is friendly most importantly I feel safe. I can’t understand why this place is not 4 stars or higher. Until then it will continue to be my favorite place to stay when I visit Fort Walton!"

Sundrift Inn

10/10 Excellent

"It was great!"

Seabreeze Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great location!"

Comfort Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

10/10 Excellent

"Todo excelente gracias"

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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A wooden interior with a wooden desk, books, a chalkboard, an American flag, a globe, and a chalkboard with a map.

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 626 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 Hole Inn the Wall Hotel - Fort Walton Beach - Sunset Plaza - nearby Beaches & Hurlburt and Days Inn by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach.

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

Expedia has 626 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 Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum and Indian Temple Mound Museum. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at John Beasley Park and Liza Jackson 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. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach

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

5. Sundrift Inn

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

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

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

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

10. TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

11. Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach

12. Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

13. Seabreeze Inn

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

15. Regency Inn Near Boardwalk & Hurlburt Field

16. Fairway Inn

17. Quality Inn Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

18. Townhouse Fort Walton Beach Hurlburt Field

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

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

Wavecrest Lodge

TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

Regency Inn Near Boardwalk & Hurlburt Field

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach

Sundrift Inn

Seabreeze Inn

Comfort Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

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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