Fort Walton Beach, FL

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Fort Walton Beach showing a sandy beach, a hotel and a sunset
Henderson Beach State Park showing a beach
Fort Walton Beach which includes a lake or waterhole
Fort Walton Beach featuring a sandy beach and general coastal views
Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum which includes interior views and heritage elements

Where to stay in Fort Walton Beach

Okaloosa Island which includes a sandy beach

Okaloosa Island

A noteworthy feature of Okaloosa Island is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Okaloosa Island Pier and Wild Willy's Adventure Zone.

Okaloosa Island
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Downtown Fort Walton Beach

While visiting Downtown Fort Walton Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Miracle Strip and Santa Rosa Sound.

Downtown Fort Walton Beach
Emerald Coast Science Center

Seabreeze

If you're spending some time in Seabreeze, Emerald Coast Science Center and Miracle Strip are top sights worth seeing.

Seabreeze
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Wright

While there might not be top attractions in Wright, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Okaloosa Island Beach and Hurlburt Field Visitor Center.

Wright
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Beal Parkway

While Beal Parkway might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Miracle Strip and Okaloosa Island Beach.

Beal Parkway
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Ocean City

If you're spending some time in Ocean City, Choctawhatchee Bay and Bel-Air Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

Ocean City
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4 out of 5
Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500 Fort Walton Beach FL
The price is SAR 223 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
SAR 223
SAR 380 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,928 reviews)
The lady at the front desk in the mornings is so friendly and fun to talk to.

Reviewed on 24 November 2025

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

3 out of 5
573 Santa Rosa Blvd Fort Walton Beach FL
The price is SAR 307 per night from Dec 4 to Dec 5
SAR 307
SAR 347 total
4 Dec - 5 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,095 reviews)
The room was nice and I love the beach front view

Reviewed on 23 November 2025

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Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach

3 out of 5
1297 Miracle Strip PKWY SE Fort Walton Beach FL
The price is SAR 358 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
SAR 358
SAR 416 total
15 Dec - 16 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
Very clean. Friendly staff!

Reviewed on 27 November 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach
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Waterscape Condominiums

Waterscape Condominiums

3.5 out of 5
1110 Santa Rosa Blvd Fort Walton Beach FL
Book a stay at this beach condo in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Okaloosa Island Beach and HarborWalk ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (242 reviews)
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Reviewed on 28 October 2025

Waterscape Condominiums
Seaside Escape

Seaside Escape

3 out of 5
8 Gipson Pl NE Fort Walton Beach FL
Stay at this apartment in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Okaloosa Island Beach and HarborWalk ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (55 reviews)
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Reviewed on 1 October 2025

Seaside Escape
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Must See Private Beach-Heated Pool Spa-Weddings-Water Front-Boat Slips-Sleeps 44

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Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Okaloosa Island Beach and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
Paradise
Accommodated our large group. Pool was amazing! Had one small hiccup at check in which lead to getting in house later, but manager was on top of things and got it fixed! Overall a great stay and will be back hopefully!

Reviewed on 1 June 2025

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Popular places to visit

Okaloosa Island Beach

Okaloosa Island Beach

4.5/5(26 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Okaloosa Island Beach during your trip to Fort Walton Beach? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Okaloosa Island Beach
Okaloosa Island Pier which includes a sunset, general coastal views and a beach

Okaloosa Island Pier

4.5/5(118 reviews)

Find out about the history of Fort Walton Beach when you take a trip to Okaloosa Island Pier. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Okaloosa Island Pier
Wild Willy\'s Adventure Zone featuring golf

Wild Willy's Adventure Zone

4/5(55 reviews)

You can take time to visit Wild Willy's Adventure Zone during your travels to Fort Walton Beach. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

Wild Willy's Adventure Zone
Emerald Coast Science Center showing interior views as well as children

Emerald Coast Science Center

5/5(3 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Emerald Coast Science Center during your travels in Fort Walton Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Emerald Coast Science Center
John Beasley Park showing heritage elements

John Beasley Park

4.5/5(44 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, John Beasley Park might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Fort Walton Beach. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside or experience its entertainment choices.

John Beasley Park
The Greek food tent at the billy bowlegs pirate festival done here in town every year. Pirates come and take over the landing and there is plenty of food.

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.

Fort Walton Beach Landing Park

Reviews of Fort Walton Beach

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
610
5 - Excellent 55%
4 - Good
402
4 - Good 36%
3 - Okay
76
3 - Okay 7%
2 - Disappointing
10
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
8
1 - Terrible 1%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

I would not recommend staying in Fort Walton. I would go on to Destin or towards Pensacola.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Fort Walton and Dustin was amazing I do not recommend the quality Inn to anybody the rooms were absolutely disgusting!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We love it!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Downtown area is nice

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

absolutely beautiful and really enjoyed!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I usually stay in Destin, but Ft Walton Beach is also very nice. We have stayed in this area multiple times, and we will be back again.