Name: Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach - Fully Renovated
Address: 573 Santa Rosa Boulevard, Okaloosa Island, Fort Walton Beach, Florida, United States of America, Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa County, US
Price range: $108–$191 per night
Rating: 7.82

What guests think

Reviews of Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin highlight its beachfront setting and Gulf views, while describing an older property with uneven maintenance, intermittent Wi‑Fi, and periodic elevator, air‑conditioning, and water‑pressure issues.

Cleanliness feedback ranges from very clean rooms and grounds to reports of roaches, damp floors from humidity, and inconsistent housekeeping. Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful, though multiple guests encountered curt front‑desk interactions, slow responses, and check‑in or reservation problems. Two pools (often one heated), a hot tub, easy beach access, and on‑site bar and coffee options are positives, but paid parking and occasional amenity outages frustrate some guests. Overall, expect great views and convenience with variable upkeep and service.

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Facilities

Two outdoor pools (often one heated), a hot tub, direct beach access and on‑site bar/coffee options are highlights. Recurring drawbacks include slow or out‑of‑service elevators, a daily parking fee, spotty Wi‑Fi, and occasional amenity or towel shortages.

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Melinda

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Parking should be FREE! Other than that it's a nice place

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Kate M

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Fun hotel. Two great pools with a slide for the kids and a hot tub for the adults. There's an arcade with Skeeball and cornhole outside by the pool. The room we had was fine and comfy...a little outdated. Manatee's Bar by the pool has pretty good drinks. The bartender is really nice. We'd definitely stay here again.

10

Amy

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

A very comfortable stay. The front desk staff was very kind and helpful. Manatees was delicious for a midday salad. Very friendly staff. The outdoor comfort and accommodations were nice. Pool very clean. Elevator is verrrry slow. Account for that if you’re running late.

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RONALD T

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We have stayed here before and usually enjoy it. This time was not the best. One of the elevators was not working when we checked in so that was an inconvenience. Also did NOT appreciate the Parking fee. Also, the in room fridge kept freezing up all our drinks.

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jamie

Aug 14, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The hot tub wasn't ever in service. Pool was nice. Room was clean.

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TORRIS

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We really enjoyed another stay at the Wyndham Garden Inn in Fort Walton Beach, FL. Clean comfortable rooms. Gulf view room was great with direct access to the beach. Two pools were great with the larger one being heated. There are places to grab a light breakfast and bar food on site that were pretty good as well.

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Tara

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location . Beware boardwalk has steps up and down to get to beach but still perfect beach. Hotel was clean. Staff was friendly. Both pools were amazing. The little hotel pool bar was great ,all in all a great stay!

10

Rudy

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was very nice, clan and comfortable. Beautiful view of the beach. 2 pools to choose from. Restaurant on site. Nice little bar. Excellent service. Would highly recommend.

10

Dana

Jul 17, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Second time staying at this resort for a week vacation. The rooms have been nicely updated since 2023. we had a great beachfront room & the beach view was exceptional. House keeping did great the 1 time we asked for a cleaning, at check in the agent didn’t give any explanation of property amenities, resort layout or hours of pool. I didn’t know free coffee was available until the day before we left, Major negative was the awful internet connection. it was unsecured connection & dropped connection every 20-30 minutes. Luckily I didn’t have much work & wanted to disconnect anyway. Parking was good - I was alway able to find a spot close to our building entrance. The resort itself was a 10/10 & great location & friendly housekeeping.

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Stuart

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Parking was decent depending on the time you arrived, but decent and I enjoy walking. Only 2 minute walk to beach. 2 pools was nice. Their small restaurant was nice and the staff in the restaurant was beyond kind (their attitudes made my day!).

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Cleanliness

Reports range from very clean rooms, pools, and grounds to issues such as roaches, damp floors from humidity, and missed or delayed housekeeping. Overall cleanliness feels inconsistent across buildings.

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Sharon

Mar 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms dirty bed not made Towels Sheets dirty floors dirty. Tv remote broke. Hair and sand all over room. Older rooms. Called front desk Call front we got moved. Bed was a least made up.

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joseph

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Room had roaches. The funiture was very uncomfortable. The front desk area smelled like bug poison. You could see threw the balcony curtains with lights on.

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Isaias

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

STAY AWAY!! Worst hotel ever!! Roaches everywhere in the room - kitchen, bathroom, bedroom! Hotel staff didn’t care. We were brushed off. Manager never contacted us. Front desk just ignored us.

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Brian

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Terrible, room was dirty missing floor tilea holes in the wall, shower leaked water everywhere, balcony door was broken

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kari

May 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The view was amazing! The room not so clean. Bedding was clean. The floors, fixtures and walls need cleaned. I personally cleaned the floors in the walking areas. The rag was black. The pools are nice. The hot tub was great when it worked. The property did not see it as a priority to be fixed. I contacted Hotels.com and they immediately assisted. It was fixed within 12hours. Beach behind the property was clean.

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David

Nov 22, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

We left a hotel in Panama City that was dirty and unsafe. When we arrived at the hotel we were greeted with a smile and checked us in early. While there we were treated as very warmly. The suite was very clean and quiet. We really enjoyed our time there! Hospitality was present everyday to ensure that our room was clean and always asked if they could do anything for us. Will definitely go back next year!!!

10

Daniel

Nov 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Well maintained hotel, our room was spotless with plenty of hot water and it was sound proof. Only issue I had was i wish it had more water pressure in the shower and that we had some kind of control over the temperature in the room.

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Eric

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Found roaches room, Advise to change rooms didn’t happened till next day, had to leave my luggage in my vehicle because I didn’t want their roaches in my luggage. Next day got another room waited till 2pm wasted day and time. Found more roaches in room, cracked mirror and broken latch with loose screws. This place is a nightmare! Management never onsite , was their excuse, rude behavior. We will never return back to any of Wyndham properties! Waste of money and waste of my precious time!

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Kaitlyn

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pictures online look nothing like the actual property. There was hair in our bed when we checked in and the room smelled like someone smoked and Our shower was clogged

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Rudy

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was very nice, clan and comfortable. Beautiful view of the beach. 2 pools to choose from. Restaurant on site. Nice little bar. Excellent service. Would highly recommend.

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Rooms

Gulf‑view rooms and some renovated suites with balconies and kitchenettes earn praise for space and comfort. Many others feel dated and have maintenance issues (humid or noisy A/C, low water pressure, sticking balcony doors) plus unreliable in‑room Wi‑Fi.

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Brittany

Nov 5, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The room was very clean and spacious. The A/C and heat was very easy to control and worked very well. The view of ocean was absolutely breathtaking. The staff was very friendly and helpful.

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Suzette Yvette

May 5, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The view from the balcony was hands down the best!! I can't wait to come back!!

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Kimberly

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

View was perfect. Site was clean and well maintained. The only issue we had was the air conditioning, it was cold but there was so much humidity and moisture in the room at all times and often the floor would be wet.

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Milton

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The room was beautiful and very spacious

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Tina

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

If you are in the mood to slow down and hit the beach, this is the place to go. Our Gulf view room was pleasantly and modernly decorated with a nicely equipped kitchenette and updated bathroom. And it was so quiet after hours, I never heard a peep once we were in for the evening. It was fantastic! I will definitely stay here in the future.

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Dan

Nov 3, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was quite care worn: poorly repaired ceiling leaks, ill-fitting balcony door, constantly running tub, broken sink stopper. There was little (or no) sound insulation …

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Rae

Aug 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel room and excellent view!

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Steve

Oct 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Tv and internet didn’t work, shower door seal at bottom leaked water on the floor and we called the front desk to ask for more towels but no body brought them. Other than the flood in bathroom the stay was nice. Good bed and pillows but loud a/c unit

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Joe

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Our room had poor water pressure from sink. Shower was not great either. Air conditioner when compressor came on was very loud. Hotel was very nice and clean and would stay again. But it would be nice to have repairs listed resolved.

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Dana

Jul 17, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Second time staying at this resort for a week vacation. The rooms have been nicely updated since 2023. we had a great beachfront room & the beach view was exceptional. House keeping did great the 1 time we asked for a cleaning, at check in the agent didn’t give any explanation of property amenities, resort layout or hours of pool. I didn’t know free coffee was available until the day before we left, Major negative was the awful internet connection. it was unsecured connection & dropped connection every 20-30 minutes. Luckily I didn’t have much work & wanted to disconnect anyway. Parking was good - I was alway able to find a spot close to our building entrance. The resort itself was a 10/10 & great location & friendly housekeeping.

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Service

Many guests highlight friendly, helpful staff and quick problem resolution. However, multiple reviews cite curt front‑desk interactions, uneven early check‑in handling, and reservation or key issues.

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Edna

Nov 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The lady was rude checking me in gave me the wrong reservation which cost me a hundred more dollars after I said that wasn’t right .wouldn’t give me a receipt!! However every thing turned out to be okay but still haven’t figured out how the reservation got so messed up !! After years of staying here I probably won’t stay here anymore not that anything was wrong with the room it was great, perfect spot on the beach !! . The manners of the lady checking me in was horrible!!!!! She obviously doesn’t understand that they are the face of the hotel !!!

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Amy

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

A very comfortable stay. The front desk staff was very kind and helpful. Manatees was delicious for a midday salad. Very friendly staff. The outdoor comfort and accommodations were nice. Pool very clean. Elevator is verrrry slow. Account for that if you’re running late.

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Nichole

Oct 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Never got to stay because front desk computer was not working so they could not get me in a room. At 1am in the morning I had to find somewhere else to stay.

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Vernon

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very good service, you always see people doing things cleaning, or being polite and helpful. I have met and interacted with well over 15 employee's here in the lasy 3 years. ALL of them were helpful and polite.

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Dale

Aug 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was curt and non-accommodating. We ended up canceling the reservation. It was not going to work

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Stephanie

Jun 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was a very difficult check in due to the young lady at the desk. She was exceptionally rude to me. After we came back the man who helped us was wonderfully polite and respectful. Got us in in no time. Our stay was fantastic!!!

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Robert

Nov 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great service, clean, well kept older hotel

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Karin

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Despite some mix ups in reservations the Manager was able to resolve everything with calm, kindness and competence. I enjoyed my stay very much.

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Natasha

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

The front desk staff was rude and refused to give me a copy of paperwork with my own signature on it.

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Rhonda

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I didn't appreciate that I was told that early check in Stared at 12pm I was told that we would have to wait until 4 then I sat in the lobby and watched one guest after another get checked in while I had to wait until 4pm. Not sure what she had against me. But I don't think I will be returning to Wyndham Garden again.

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Location

Beachfront with easy access and views, and quieter than busy Destin; convenient to area attractions by short drive. Some note nearby road construction and steps on the boardwalk that can complicate hauling gear.

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Richard

Jul 23, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

On the beach.

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Terry

Mar 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The beach trip was much needed and this hotel provided a great relaxing view of the ocean with direct beach access and complimentary beach chairs. The free morning coffee was a welcomed touch of hospitality. Every staff member I interacted with was friendly and smiling. I liked the 2 pools 1- outside temps and 1 - heated along with a hottub. Plenty of outdoor seatingnear the big pool with several tvs outside also. Its just a few mins drive over the bridge to most food places in Ft Walton beach and like a 15 min drive to Destin. The property does have 2 restaurants on site one is more of a breakfast spot feom what i seen the other looked more like a bar/pub. The property does seem to be older as there were a few places on the door frames that had rust hole, the bathroom fan could use a little cleaning. This is just my preference but i would have liked a bit more of a firmer mattress. If you ask would i stay here again the answer is a big fat YES!!!!!

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Tillie

Apr 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Oceanfront, can walk to the boardwalk on the beach for many dining options. Ez Uber ride back

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Kirsten

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Bench front great pools and not to crowded only complaint is the elevators are slow and it’s hot no ac in building just in the rooms!

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Monica

May 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location on Ft Walton Beach, 2 pools & easy beach access. We had a partial Gulf view petite suite, newly renovated & outstanding view.

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Erica

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I truly enjoyed my vacation. The view was worth every penny. To wake up to see the dolphins outside my window was remarkable. The bed and pillows were comfortable. The shower had great water pressure and was hot my entire shower. Access to the beautiful beach is just footsteps away. The beach was clean and there are chairs avaliable to rent. The hotel is centrally located to everything. I highly recommended this hotel.

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Krystal

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location right on the beach, nice pools and very comfortable beds.

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Tara

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location . Beware boardwalk has steps up and down to get to beach but still perfect beach. Hotel was clean. Staff was friendly. Both pools were amazing. The little hotel pool bar was great ,all in all a great stay!

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david

May 5, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

This hotel is located at the best part to walk around to eat or buy souvenirs, besides the road construction is going around right now the traffic moves slowly but hope it improves in the future. My kids and I enjoyed to stay here and see everybody so friendly. I will definitely return here.

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Gary

Jun 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Only negative was the road construction closeby and no many restaurants within walking distance

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Dining

Manatee’s bar/grill and Slow Wake coffee/breakfast are convenient, and many enjoyed the food and drinks. Others found options limited, service slow, systems down, or prices high.

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Kate M

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Fun hotel. Two great pools with a slide for the kids and a hot tub for the adults. There's an arcade with Skeeball and cornhole outside by the pool. The room we had was fine and comfy...a little outdated. Manatee's Bar by the pool has pretty good drinks. The bartender is really nice. We'd definitely stay here again.

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Hailey

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The Manitee bar and grill was not very good and it took forever to get our food, and their credit card machine was down. And the breakfast place inside the hotel was a joke. Nowhere to sit and so crowded people were just shoulder to shoulder and the card machine was down. The prices there and the bar and grill were way too much for what they had. There was hardly any towels provided daily for the pool. Thankfully we had brought some. Wasnt a whole lot of food options in my opinion. The bed was comforatable though and the room was nice.

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Amber

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the beach view! Wish there was more food options at the restaurant located on site. Luckily close to other dining areas. Rooms were nice. The balcony and bathroom door at our room stuck frequently but we managed just fine. Pool was fun for our two younger kids with a small water slide.

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Amy

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

A very comfortable stay. The front desk staff was very kind and helpful. Manatees was delicious for a midday salad. Very friendly staff. The outdoor comfort and accommodations were nice. Pool very clean. Elevator is verrrry slow. Account for that if you’re running late.

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John

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place on the beach! No breakfast offered, but found food. The little bar by the pool had fantastic drinks and the hamburger was one of the best I’ve had. Enjoyed our visit as a couple. Will come back! I would have thought a hotel this size would have had a shuttle service for its guests. Staff was very pleasant.

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Joel

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Photos looked way better . Service wasn’t that good. Restaurants promised where not good . Very desapointed based on online expectations and pricing :/

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Mary Ann

May 21, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

We had an amazing time. We were right on the beach with two amazing pools one heated and one not. They also had a hot tub which we used. The Manatee restaurant was conveniently located and the food was very good. The Slow Wake Coffee and Doughnut restaurant was on the premises and the breakfast was amazing. I was able to walk to the pier and right pass Gulfarium! It was a long trek but I enjoyed the white sandy beach! We are already planning on our next trip there again at the Wyndham.

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Stuart

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Parking was decent depending on the time you arrived, but decent and I enjoy walking. Only 2 minute walk to beach. 2 pools was nice. Their small restaurant was nice and the staff in the restaurant was beyond kind (their attitudes made my day!).

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Christal

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

This hotel’s amenities are excellent. We utilized the fitness room daily. The onsite restaurants had delicious food & large portions. All the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The grounds and pools were very clean. Overall a great experience and would recommend a stay to anyone.

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margo

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great view! Easy check in process. Beds are worn/sag in middle. Refrigerator located in inconvenient spot directly behind door. Manatee’s, onsite restaurant, was fantastic!! Good food and drinks!

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Month	Average price
January	$70
February	$74
March	$143
April	$169
May	$179
June	$213
July	$228
August	$156
September	$117
October	$115
November	$77
December	$69

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14 $123	15 $142	16 $156	17 $127	18 $157	19 $163
20 $116	21 $124	22 $108	23 $128	24 $128	25 $158	26 $167
27 $109	28 $109	29 $120	30 $121

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $127	2 $178	3
4 $131	5 $138	6 $139	7 $139	8 $160	9 $191	10
11 $127	12 $120	13 $121	14 $127	15 $128	16 $164	17 $164
18 $114	19 $114	20 $114	21 $114	22 $114	23 $164	24 $143
25 $114	26 $114	27 $114	28 $114	29 $114	30 $114	31 $114

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Suite, Multiple Beds (Penthouse)

Room, 1 King Bed (Pool View)

Room, 1 King Bed (Gulf View)

Studio, 1 King Bed (Bahama, Partial View)

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-In Shower

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Boardwalk)

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-In Shower (Mobility Hearing Accessible)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View)

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

Room, 2 Queen Beds (First Floor)

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Bathtub with Grab Bars)

Suite, 2 Double Beds (Bahama, Gulf View)

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Bathtub with Grab Bars)

Suite, 1 King Bed (Bahama, Gulf View)

Room, 1 King Bed (First Floor)

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