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Where to stay in Downtown Fort Walton Beach

Find the best Downtown Fort Walton Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Okaloosa Island

The perfect place for a romantic getaway or a family weekend retreat, this is an unforgettable shoreline delight.

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Seabreeze

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

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Beal Parkway

When in Beal Parkway, you can plan a visit to Miracle Strip and Okaloosa Island Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Elliot's Point

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

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Ferry Park

While Ferry Park isn't home to many top sights, Okaloosa Island Beach and Wild Willy's Adventure Zone are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Top Downtown Fort Walton Beach Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach

10/10 Excellent

"👍"

Hyatt House Destin

8/10 Good

"We actually arrived into town a little early so I called to see if our room was ready and they said it would cost me $75 to check in early. That is completely ridiculous. Especially since she told me a room was ready. Needless to say I was very angry. I would have cancelled and stayed somewhere else if the room wasn’t already paid in full. Thankfully the hotel and room were very clean and nice. Not sure if I will book at a Hyatt again though with that kind of early check in policy."

Wavecrest Lodge

8/10 Good

"Excellent location. Beachfront property. Hotel room was clean and comfortable. Housekeeping staff friendly and accommodating with simple requests ( change towels ) . Mattress and sheets great. Pillows need improvement. Bathroom large in size and clean. Everything working as they are supposed to (tv, microwave, ref, aircon). Overall positive experience. Would come def back! Front desk receptionist on 8/9/26 could have a better attitude upon our check in."

Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel room was nice and clean. Complimentary breakfast was great. Was only there two days but they tried to switch up the menu. Arrived in town early and they allowed us to check in a tad bit earlier than check in time. Staff was nice"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Miramar Beach-Destin

10/10 Excellent

"To start we arrived late at night close to midnight. The young lady and gentleman that were working at front desk were incredibly hospitable, kind and helpful with giving us tips on where to go what to and where to eat. Amazing service and super welcoming. The rooms were clean and although we had no towels upon entering the same young lady that welcomed us in had tbe room packed with towels before we could even get to the car and retrieve our belongings. The only small one complaint we would have would be the breakfast. Options are limited and if you're not there by 7a.m it's nearly empty however it is the typical continental breakfast which is norm at most hotels but an easy solution to that was subs we bought the night prior at Publix for $10 and a salad and took it down to eat in the lobby. All in all an absolutely incredible experience 🙌"

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Fort Walton Beach?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Fort Walton Beach's Downtown Fort Walton Beach neighbourhood. Are you looking for Downtown Fort Walton Beach travel tips? Make sure that you visit Santa Rosa Sound and Miracle Strip while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Fort Walton Beach?

Based on our traveller data, Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Fort Walton Beach. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach and Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown Fort Walton Beach area?

Expedia has 23 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Fort Walton Beach 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 Downtown Fort Walton Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Downtown Fort Walton Beach.

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

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Indian Temple Mound Museum or Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum during your visit to Downtown Fort Walton Beach. Santa Rosa Sound and Miracle Strip are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Fort Walton Beach include Garnier Post Office Museum, Timpoochee Trail and Okaloosa Island Beach. While you're out sightseeing in Fort Walton Beach, make sure that you visit other sights such as Beltway Shopping Center or Wild Willy's Adventure Zone.

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Our top choices for Downtown Fort Walton Beach hotels

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

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

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach

4. Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

5. Four Points by Sheraton Destin-Fort Walton Beach

6. Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach

7. Sundrift Inn

8. TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

9. Wavecrest Lodge

10. Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach

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

12. Seabreeze Inn

13. Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG

14. The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

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

16. Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG

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

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

19. Fairway Inn

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

Where to stay in Downtown Fort Walton Beach

Okaloosa Island

Seabreeze

Beal Parkway

Elliot's Point

Ferry Park

Top Downtown Fort Walton Beach Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach

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