Is parking available at the property?

Self parking is available on-site for a fee of USD 15 per night. Limited parking is provided.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee of approximately USD 23.95 for adults and USD 13.86 for children.

Are pets allowed at the property?

Pets are allowed with a fee of USD 125 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features are offered for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas and rooms. However, specific details about elevators and pool access features are not provided.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located steps from Okaloosa Island Beach and 9 minutes by foot from Fort Walton Beaches. It is approximately 8.5 miles from Destin Beaches and 10.5 miles from Miramar Beach.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor swimming pools available. The pools are operational seasonally.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Up to 2 children can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

Average nightly price at The Island Resort & Convention Center at Fort Walton Beach by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$88
February	$101
March	$168
April	$190
May	$199
June	$247
July	$275
August	$170
September	$144
October	$134
November	$94
December	$88

What guests think

At The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach, guests consistently praise the beachfront setting, lively pools with a grotto bar, and family-friendly activities, while noting trade-offs like extra fees, limited parking, variable room quality, and occasional noise.

Rooms range from updated oceanfront units to older, smaller sections with thin walls, loud or finicky A/C, and minimal storage. Facilities are ample, but guests frequently mention pricey drinks, paid beach chairs, and, at times, cold or closed pools and crowding. Service is often warm, though front-desk experiences and billing or breakfast-inclusion clarity can be hit-or-miss. Expect a vibrant, beach-first resort with great amenities and some rough edges.

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Facilities

Multiple pools (including a grotto with a swim-up bar), beach access, and several bars and activities create a lively scene. Common drawbacks are paid/limited parking, extra-cost beach chairs, occasional cold or closed pools, and crowding from non-guests.

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Ashley

Jun 2, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

My only complaint is that beach chairs are not included with the stay. $55+ for two chairs per day is absurd for a beach front resort.

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Brooke

Jul 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Decent hotel. Clean rooms. Easy access to the beach and pools. Family friendly. Dining options available on the property. Main attraction - grotto pool and swim up bar. Overall good accessibility but somewhat lacking in terms of “resort amenities” for the price especially when compared to other hotels.

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Todd

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

I have been going to this location for almost 30 years, since it was the Ramada Plaza Beach Resort. It is always excellent. Every staff member we encountered was top notch. The location can’t be beat. You walk to the back of the property and you are on the beach. Depending on which room you select, you can walk out of your room and be on the beach or in the pool. Everything you need is right here. Destin is just a few miles away, across the bay bridge. I do have one complaint. The water in the grotto pool was so cold, that we couldn’t swim in it. We tried, and we just couldn’t stay in the cold water. Some people were swimming, so apparently it didn’t bother them. I heard other people leaving the grotto pool and going to the other smaller pool because the water was so cold. Other than that, I have no complaints and will continue to stay here.

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bruce

Jul 14, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

This place has got overcrowded with the day use people and people from the neighboring properties coming to use the pools. There are more bars than eating places now. Way too many drunk people even big groups of them blocking the parking lot. Not so family friendly anymore.

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Eva

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Parking was horrible I didn’t like that at all and extra fees as well that weren’t mentioned till checkout other than that it was a nice stay

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Lynn Marie

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

My family was booked at this hotel for 5 days. The door to the room we stayed at was not functioning. The wristbands that were given never worked. The hotel staff actually changed the door knob system four times!! We would leave and return to our room and not be able to get inside.Each time we returned to our room after the door knob was replaced we would have to wait for someone to come and reset or replace the door. Apparently this is a common theme and happens quite frequently!! I asked to speak to a manager and none was available that day ( on a Saturday). The hotel was overbooked so changing rooms was not an option. There was only one pool available and was extremely crowded because the main adult pool was drained. A crew was sandblasting and resurfacing the pool. The chemical smell was awful and very loud. The main pool was next to a kiddie pool while the maintenance was being done. It was so unsafe!! There was just caution tape around the pool and not barricaded as little children were running around. We actually ended up checking out 2 days early because of our concerns. The staff that worked were friendly and did their best under the circumstances. This certainly is not a 4 star hotel. I am in the process of trying to get a refund through expedia since it was paid up front as a package deal.

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Yaritza

Aug 14, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The resort itself was really nice and clean. Amenities were good, and there was plenty for kids to do, which was a big plus. The food was just okay,not bad. One thing that made me a little uncomfortable was the bracelet system. You’re supposed to use the bracelets to access certain areas, but a lot of the doors that were supposed to be locked just weren’t. It felt like anyone could walk in without needing a bracelet, which didn’t feel super secure. Other than that, it was a pretty good stay!

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Andrea

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Beachfront location was great. Quiet location with a few dinner options close by, but Destin boardwalk is only about 15 minutes away for even more options. On-site restaurant was great for breakfast. You can rent an umbrella/chairs or bring your own. Very pretty beach area in front of hotel. Very nice pools and amenities too.

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Pang

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The pools were excellent, and the bar in the grotto pool was a huge plus. However, the rooms on the second floor do not have elevators. I assumed that for around $270/night + daily resort fee, you would at least have elevators. Either way, we had a good time at the hotel.

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April

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

My husband and I had a fantastic weekend! Loved the waterfall pool, it was cold but refreshing, the heated pool, hot tub and fantastic beach! The room itself was nice. The frills were outside! Taking a walk through the resort was nice gardens and small soothing waterfalls! They had several bars, restaurant, food truck and the food was pretty good too!

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is mixed: many found rooms and grounds tidy, but others reported sandy floors, worn or rusty fixtures, stained linens, and occasional pests. Housekeeping is often friendly but inconsistent.

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Matthew

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was very basic and not in good shape. the front door didn't close unless you pushed your shoulder into it. The sink drain had a leak that dripped down onto all the towels and wash cloths which were all soaked when we arrived. the shower head was a large square shower head but water came out of less than 50% of the holes due to terrible water pressure and it being incredibly dirty. upon checking in they told us that the breakfast buffet was around the corner in the morning, so first morning there we went and it was a standard nothing fancy continental breakfast. This would not have been an issue until they charged us 85$ to eat it. this was only due to the fact they decided to not charge us for one of my kids. 2 adults and 1 kid price was 85$. the meal had all the normal cheap bacon, powdered eggs, yogurt, and granola. We were very unhappy about the entire stay at this "resort" and will never recommend this to anyone.

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Jessica

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

We checked in our room. Immediate motel vibes in the sunrise part of the hotel. Saw a huge roach. Got moved to a different part of the hotel and it was better and cleaner. The outside and lobby is so nice, but the hotel itself is so outdated.

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Savannah

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The rooms and property are so clean and well maintained.

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Lorie

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The place itself was great! Loved the pools dining and location. The rooms were outdated. You could see the black mold coming through the paint at the top around bathroom/shower area. It’s was clean and loved the maid service daily. Just could use some updates in the room.

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Aimee

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We booked their standard double room and upon arrival we were sent to a section of their resort that looked like a rundown roadside motel. The appearance of the building was nothing like what was sold on the website as a "resort". In the room, we found mouse poop on the floor next to the bathroom sink and our bedding was dirty and stained. When we addressed our concerns with the front desk they didn't apologize or offer to help with the dirty room situation. We left the resort and found another hotel, but not before having to pay more money for their resort fee and parking. I've requested a refund, but the resort has yet to respond on our refund request. Do not recommend this resort to anyone, buyer beware.

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Matthew

Jun 11, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Beach front property was nice. Breakfast was not included like it first stated when I booked, which was one of the only reasons we booked this property instead of a condo. Breakfast was a continental Buffet. price was not advertised. Was charged $24.95 for the buffet in which was biscuits, eggs, cereals, oatmeal’s. As you would get even at the cheapest hotels. Tv service was constantly on and out. The batteries was dead in the remote. There was mold on our pillow case. Toilet paper roll was half used & folded up. Pool chairs was limited and none were available except for one day that we went SUPER late. Air conditioner in pool bathroom was pouring onto towels stacked up in the floor. One pool was closed which was not listed & caused over crowding. This was our second visit, but our last!

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Sandra

Sep 23, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

It’s a very good place overall. The staff is extremely kind, and the customer service is excellent. The hotel offers good amenities and is relatively comfortable, though it can be a bit noisy due to limited soundproofing. It’s not particularly eco-friendly, as towels were replaced daily despite leaving them in the correct place for reuse. Although the hotel is somewhat old, the facilities and furniture are very well maintained over time and kept spotlessly clean.

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David

Sep 18, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Room and grounds were very clean and well kept. Easy access to beach pools were very nice and super clean. Staff was very friendly and helpful.

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Anna

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location and clean room!

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Vivian

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Terrible Experience – Do Not Recommend My stay at The Island Resort in Fort Walton Beach, Destin, Florida was a horrible experience from start to finish. I would never stay here again and absolutely do not recommend this property. First off, the cleanliness was unacceptable. The shower floor had visible dirt, grime, and what appeared to be mold buildup. The showerhead was covered in rust spots, and the white towels had leftover makeup stains — clearly not properly cleaned. The most frustrating part of the stay was getting in and out of our room. The key system operates using a wristband, which never worked. Every single time we needed to enter the room, we had to either call the front desk or hunt down a maintenance worker outside to open the door for us. In the Florida heat and humidity, this became incredibly annoying and exhausting. Despite all these issues, nothing was offered to accommodate or compensate us for the inconvenience. 0/10 — would not recommend. Save your time, money, and sanity and book elsewhere.

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Rooms

Rooms vary widely: some have great Gulf or pool views, but many feel small or dated with thin walls, noticeable noise, limited storage, and loud or finicky A/C. Upper floors in some buildings require stairs, and seating can be sparse.

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Raymond Joseph

Apr 22, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The location is its biggest attraction. Being right on the beach and having several restaurants either onsite or within a very short walk is a plus. I would say overall the property is generally kind of middle of the road. It isn’t a dump but it isn’t overly impressive either. It was a little noisy in the room and anything or anyone in the hall could be easily heard. The fact that our room overlooked the beach also meant that the live nightly entertainment at the beachfront bar was easily heard from inside our room. Honestly though, after about 10 p.m. it was perfectly quiet for sleeping. I found Okaloosa Island generally more laid back and quiet compared to Destin yet Destin is an easy five miles away if you want more to do or see.

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Julie Christine

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Beds were very comfortable

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John

Sep 18, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Beach view was great. Rooms are small. Noisy from air unit when sitting on balcony.

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Bradley

Apr 19, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Liked: staff/service (especially Vivien), ocean view, breakfast buffet, bars Disliked: Room air conditioner (noisy), no closet/clothes drawers

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Catie

May 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I loved the beach front with all the pools. I wasnt excited about how small my was with no closet. But other than that it was great and we had so much fun!

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Trudy

Sep 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Our room was great, except there was nothing comfortable to sit on in the room. Room needed a couple of arm chairs at least!

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Candice

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beach front units were nice but back units were low quality, you can hear neighbors and rooms were older and didn’t smell nice, pictures in the posting show only the beachfront units and obscure the fact there are other older not so nice units in the back and sides of the property.

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Pang

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The pools were excellent, and the bar in the grotto pool was a huge plus. However, the rooms on the second floor do not have elevators. I assumed that for around $270/night + daily resort fee, you would at least have elevators. Either way, we had a good time at the hotel.

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Cierra

Aug 26, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Overall was a great experience but some things did occur which made the trip less than excellent. Upon checking in the front desk woman was laughing the entire check in. At one point she had to hide behind the computer because she was laughing while asking questions and checking us in. This didn’t make sense to me and felt rude. When asking questions she responded in a sighing way that made it seem like my questions were stupid or not worth her time. The room itself was nice but there was a very strong smell. Like an older male cologne that did not leave the room for our entire 5 day trip. I even tried to lysol it out. You also cannot control your AC to match your comfort level. It was fine during the day but at night it would kick on for very long period of time and be freezing and then later on hot.You can hear everything around you while in the room so keep that in mind if you’re a light sleeper or have kids. This was not an issue for us until the last night, a monday, where we had to catch a flight at 5 am the next day. The artist was suppose to play until 9pm but passed their time by nearly and hour and was very loud. When i called the FD they did not seem to care but after a longer convo they agreed to send security to tell them to turn it down. This never happened. Lastly your paying a resort fee daily but there is nothing exclusive to this place. Anyone can access the beach or pool. Good location and well maintained. But overpriced for what your getting.

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Jessica

Sep 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was really nice. Rooms walls are thin which is my only complaint. The views and location was phenomenal.

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Service

Staff are frequently praised as friendly and helpful, but front-desk service and responsiveness are inconsistent. Reported issues include slow or confusing check-in, wristband/door lock problems, and billing or breakfast-inclusion mix-ups.

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Matthew

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing experience. Super friendly and helpful staff.

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Reinalda

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We got there a Thursday evening , front desk staff was super rude . I bought the breakfast buffet package for each guest with me (5) when I arrived they said that Expedia doesn’t tell you that the buffet is only for “2 people” only , mind you when purchasing in the Expedia app it literally asks if you want to add the buffet for EACH guest , I explained that to the front desk and gave me a really hard time about it , they ended up just adding it as a “courtesy” . Also , my first two nights our AC kept malfunctioning , I called guest services three times and no one went to go look at it . I probably wouldn’t go back here . Place is over-hyped , too expensive, not worth it .

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Kristi

Sep 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our stay at the island resort was very comfortable. The other guests were friendly and the staff was great especially Laura, Michelle, and Lucy. The only complaint is that housekeeping never came and the towels were stained slightly. The pool was gorgeous and the grotto bar was fun. We had a very good stay. Thank you to the restaurant staff and bar staff for being so kind!

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Jack

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everyone was very friendly the early check in is super nice and we had a good time. The rooms and lobby have been redone and well taken care of. Will be coming back.

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Morgan

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Joe who checked us in was amazing!!!! Then the supervisor who helped us at checkout was also great! They were so courteous and told us about the area. The property was clean, safe , vibrant and overall a great time!

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Anne

May 30, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great experience at The Island resort! Clean, friendly staff and right on the beach. Breakfast buffet was very good. Would book again if looking to visit Fort Walton Beach in the future!

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Shari Lynn

Jul 17, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Everything was fantastic. Clean, courteous, convenient. Such a great experience. All staff in all areas were super kind and accommodating.

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Jerry

Oct 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a pool view room. The Grotto Pool, that we were facing is beautiful. Being on the 5th floor, we could also see the side of the bay. The place was exceptionally clean and the staff was first class.

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Steven

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Our recent stay at this resort was unfortunately filled with avoidable frustrations. From the moment we arrived, we had serious issues with our room lock — we were unable to get into our room multiple times over the first two days and had to call maintenance repeatedly. The lock had to be replaced twice during our stay, and we ended up being moved to a different room on day 3 (our last full day), which was an inconvenience we didn’t expect while on vacation. The front desk manager assured us the resort fees would be waived due to the inconvenience, but those charges still appeared on our bill. To make matters worse, we weren’t provided a detailed invoice at checkout, nor were we asked to confirm or approve a payment method — they simply charged the card on file without discussion. We emailed to get a copy of the detailed invoice once we arrived home. The breakfast buffet was another disappointment. Despite the price, it offered only a few hot items and mostly standard continental fare — the kind many hotels provide complimentary. On the positive side, the pools were nice, and the quick beach access was appreciated. A special mention goes to Danny from maintenance — he was friendly, helpful, and genuinely apologetic about the issues we faced. We appreciated his efforts, even if the overall experience fell far short. But overall, these perks did not make up for the frustrations. Given the experience, we would not recommend this resort and will not be returning.

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Victor

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The check in was horrible. They kept saying in a bad maner that someone will call us when a room was available and never did. Made us stayed 2 hrs and the room was already ready. At least they said sorry.

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Location

Excellent beachfront spot within walking distance of the Boardwalk, pier, and Gulfarium, with Destin a short drive away. Convenient for travelers who prefer to stay put without a car.

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Sandra

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

We have enjoyed this property on multiple occasions. It is an older property, however staff do a great job and the property is clean. It is right on the beach. There are tons of dining options and bars on property. The pools are great also. During the summer they have activities for the kids regularly. The boardwalk, pier, and Gulfarium are all in walking distance. Boat and jet ski rentals are conveniently across the street. There is also a pedestrian crosswalk in the area.This is our favorite beachfront hotel in the Destin/Fort Walton area.

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Todd

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

I have been going to this location for almost 30 years, since it was the Ramada Plaza Beach Resort. It is always excellent. Every staff member we encountered was top notch. The location can’t be beat. You walk to the back of the property and you are on the beach. Depending on which room you select, you can walk out of your room and be on the beach or in the pool. Everything you need is right here. Destin is just a few miles away, across the bay bridge. I do have one complaint. The water in the grotto pool was so cold, that we couldn’t swim in it. We tried, and we just couldn’t stay in the cold water. Some people were swimming, so apparently it didn’t bother them. I heard other people leaving the grotto pool and going to the other smaller pool because the water was so cold. Other than that, I have no complaints and will continue to stay here.

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Randy

Aug 12, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Access to the beach and restaurants was outstanding.

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Julie

Jun 12, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Love that it’s within walking distance to the boardwalk where there are a lot of shops and restaurants

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cayetano

Jul 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great area never had to leave restaurants and beach within walking distance

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Jonathan

May 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Parking close to your room can be hard at times. Property was nice, but definitely has some signs of old age. Still a great resort with super easy access to the beach and fun restaurants within walking distance.

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Juliana

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very friendly staff! Lot of amenities. Walk to the beach. It has everything we needed.

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Annette

Jul 11, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Wonderful location!

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Andrea

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Beachfront location was great. Quiet location with a few dinner options close by, but Destin boardwalk is only about 15 minutes away for even more options. On-site restaurant was great for breakfast. You can rent an umbrella/chairs or bring your own. Very pretty beach area in front of hotel. Very nice pools and amenities too.

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Sharron

Jun 4, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

We felt safe and comfortable the entire stay, and the convenience to the beach and the Boardwalk was great. Our mistake was to book a pool-view room, as it's very noisy with all the families enjoying the beautiful pools and music. Next time, beach view.

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Dining

On-site dining and a breakfast buffet are convenient, but food and especially drinks are often considered pricey, and several guests experienced confusion about breakfast inclusion. Overall quality ranges from okay to good.

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Derek

Jul 23, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location for the price. Rooms NEED soundproofing as we could hear our neighbor snore and talk and use the bathroom as if they were in our room. Room itself was pretty good with little wear and tear. Breakfast buffet was good but overpriced if we had not included it with our room.

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Rose

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Wonderful vacation and hotel! Room was clean and comfortable. Staff very friendly, so much to do! Wish there was coffee in the lobby as the room coffee was nasty and the coffee shop doesn’t open until 8am. The pools were awesome and it was super convenient to walk down to the beach and get chair and umbrella rentals. Cocktails are expensive so budget for that

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McKinsey

Aug 9, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Absolutely loved all the planned activities through out the day. The kids got to enjoy face painting, fire show, bubble party, DJ, balloon animals & game between 11am - 10pm on site. Convenient - able to order a whole pizza at the bar at 10pm. Downfall - the front desk didn’t tell us we had breakfast included in our reservation until I asked so ask before you pay! Dislike - unexpected fees when we got here. They charge parking fee & parking fee tax that is not mentioned when booking.

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Shane

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Overall, I give this property a 4 start rating. The facility and rooms were clean, the staff was nice. The breakfast buffet was really good, pancakes, French toast, hash browns, eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits and gravy, fresh fruit and cereal. I did see some confusion with some rooms included the breakfast buffet, and some did not. This was not made clear when you arrive and at $25/person, that can add up. The pools were ok, the one with the waterfalls was always dirty. We stayed in room 4008 and it was clean. The air conditioner was very loud and not working well, room stayed around 74 degrees, which for us is too warm to sleep. The walls are very thin, we could everytime someone got ice, elevators opened and anything going on at the pool. There’s not much to do in this area, we flew in and did not rent a car, so you were kinda stuck there.

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Brandon

Jul 11, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Everything was amazing! I would have said 5 stars if the breakfast was included. $25 for breakfast is a little pricy on top of the daily resort fee.

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Stacy

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Food & bar service was great Room was ok but very loud at night

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Lisa

May 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The pictures of the property show you what this place looked like maybe 10 years ago. Room was shabby, the sheets had a weird smell, and water pressure wasn’t great. When we arrived, our room wasn’t ready, which was ok because we were early. However, at 4 it still wasn’t ready. It was after 5 that we finally got the call that it was finally ready. Pools were nice, but showing their age for sure. Lastly, breakfast. It was a well done buffet and was included with our stay. However, when I went to check out, there was a $79 charge for 2 breakfasts! I handed the paper back and said it was supposed to be free. And within a few minutes, they corrected it….which was nice. But it made me think, what if I hadn’t of checked my charges? Seemed like something they do quite frequently. It is in a perfect area….a lot of restaurants, and of course the beach! The room just wasn’t worth the price, in my opinion.

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Sheryl

May 29, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Dining choices were limited. More variety is needed, especially healthy. Too much junk food.. Seaweed on beach should have been cleaned daily. Chairs and umbrellas are priced too high. Bar on beach too small. But what was most annoying was the tv and chromecast. One night and one night only I was able to connect our devices to the tv. I had 4 of them. The choices other than chromecast very limited. The hill at beach edge should have been smoothed out with tractor. Bathroom dangerous. Nothing to hold on to. Vent terrible. No shelves. Then there is the a/c. Too cold. Hard to understand how it works. Apparently it comes on when there is movement in the room. But with no movement like sleeping it did not come on thus the room was either too hot or cold in the morning. I am still confused about it. All I know is that however it works it was annoying for the entire trip. My wife and I did not dislike the trip but it was not one of our better choices. We will not be coming back.

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April

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

My husband and I had a fantastic weekend! Loved the waterfall pool, it was cold but refreshing, the heated pool, hot tub and fantastic beach! The room itself was nice. The frills were outside! Taking a walk through the resort was nice gardens and small soothing waterfalls! They had several bars, restaurant, food truck and the food was pretty good too!

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Mat

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Rooms needed detailed upkeep. Staff was great. Facility was nice and convenient access to the beach is a plus. Bar cocktails are subpar and drastically overpriced for the quality. Price would have made sense if they were made well with semi decent ingredients.

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