⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near Okaloosa Island Beach for 2026

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A beach with footprints and a clear sky.

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

A hotel with a beach view, multiple parking levels, and a sign indicating 'Wavecrest'.

1. Wavecrest Lodge

Okaloosa Island, 0.5 km from Okaloosa Island Beach

Jason

S$183

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 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.

2. Sundrift Inn

Okaloosa Island, 0.3 km from Okaloosa Island Beach

Andres

S$133

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A modern hotel room with a living area, a dining table, a sofa, a TV, a kitchen area, and a large window with curtains.

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

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

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach

Downtown Fort Walton Beach, 0.9 km from Okaloosa Island Beach

Franchesca

S$237

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

A gym with cardio machines, benches, and dumbbells.

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

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

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

Downtown Fort Walton Beach, 1 km from Okaloosa Island Beach

Charity

S$109

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A beach with a row of blue umbrellas and beach chairs.

A multi-story hotel with a white facade and balconies. There are two blue beach chairs under a blue umbrella in the foreground.

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.

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

Okaloosa Island, 0.6 km from Okaloosa Island Beach

James

S$189

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A resort pool area with palm trees, a beach view, and a clear blue sky.

A beach scene with a turquoise umbrella and a blue beach chair.

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a beach view.

6. Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG

Okaloosa Island, 1.4 km from Okaloosa Island Beach

Michael

S$229

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a beach and ocean.

A balcony with a view of the ocean and beach, featuring a pool, chairs, and a table.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, modern pendant lighting, and a central bar area.

A hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a pool area with umbrellas.

7. Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach

Okaloosa Island, 1.3 km from Okaloosa Island Beach

Aristotle

S$245

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, and a coffee maker.

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

A gym with exercise equipment, a television, and a wall-mounted TV.

A kitchen with open cabinets, containing various kitchenware and appliances.

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

Seabreeze, 3.1 km from Okaloosa Island Beach

Keith

S$146

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and two chairs. There are three wall-mounted lights and a chandelier.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with patterned curtains.

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.

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

Downtown Fort Walton Beach, 1 km from Okaloosa Island Beach

Amanda

S$128

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

10. TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

Seabreeze, 1.8 km from Okaloosa Island Beach

Laurie

S$111

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A beach scene with a sandcastle, blue beach chairs, and a pier in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies and a prominent signage.

A bar area with a wooden ceiling, bar stools, a sign reading "ORDER HERE", and a chalkboard sign offering a happy hour.

A multi-story hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring balconies and a waterfront view.

11. Four Points by Sheraton Destin-Fort Walton Beach

Okaloosa Island, 1.5 km from Okaloosa Island Beach

Teresa

S$181

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a view.

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

12. Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach

Okaloosa Island, 1.1 km from Okaloosa Island Beach

Kimberly

S$176

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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

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

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

13. Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

Okaloosa Island, 0.3 km from Okaloosa Island Beach

Dominica

S$188

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A pool with a rocky waterfall feature, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

A balcony with a view of the beach, white railing, and blue chairs.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a projector screen.

14. The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

Okaloosa Island, 2.2 km from Okaloosa Island Beach

Sandra

S$203

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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 modern lobby with a wooden wall, a reception desk, a large TV, and a peacock-themed painting.

A clear swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of the waterfront.

15. Seabreeze Inn

Seabreeze, 1.3 km from Okaloosa Island Beach

Donald

S$81

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a beige facade, balconies, and palm trees.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a wall-mounted clock, and a digital welcome sign.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a flat-screen TV, and large windows.

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

Seabreeze, 1.6 km from Okaloosa Island Beach

KARTHIK

S$103

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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.

17. Regency Inn Near Boardwalk & Hurlburt Field

Seabreeze, 2.8 km from Okaloosa Island Beach

Russell

S$79

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A resort with a large central pool, palm trees, and a marina in the background.

A living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view through a glass door.

A beach with clear skies and calm waves.

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a dining area in the background.

18. Destin West Resort by Panhandle Getaways

Okaloosa Island, 2.4 km from Okaloosa Island Beach

Adriana

S$1,198

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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 spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a red chair to the left.

19. Quality Inn Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

Seabreeze, 2.5 km from Okaloosa Island Beach

Yamileth

S$94

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a telephone, and a mirror.

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

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

20. Fairway Inn

Seabreeze, 1.8 km from Okaloosa Island Beach

James

S$93

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Okaloosa Island Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Wavecrest Lodge	9.2 Wonderful 1,019 reviews	View
Sundrift Inn	9.0 Wonderful 851 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach	9.4 Exceptional 254 reviews	View
Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West	9.0 Wonderful 626 reviews	View
Beal House Fort Walton Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	9.0 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View

Top Okaloosa Island Beach Hotel Reviews

Beal House Fort Walton Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Great spot right on the beach with wonderful rooms"

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great time all was good"

Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach

8/10 Good

"Didn’t like employee drinking on the job and people with dogs are getting out of control"

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room & nice staff"

Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Bartender Joe was awesome! He really made a ton of guest very welcome!"

Sundrift Inn

8/10 Good

"clean room clean hotel would stay again"

Wavecrest Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing. Will be staying here again in the future!"

Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

Gulf Dunes by Southern Vacation Rentals

10/10 Excellent

"We love"

Other attractions near Okaloosa Island Beach

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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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 white monument with a decorative top and a sign reading "City of Fort Walton Beach Heritage Park and Cultural Center".

Indian Temple Mound Museum

8.4/10 (28 reviews)

Discover the fascinating history and culture of Florida’s Pensacola people at this national historic landmark and accompanying museums in Fort Walton Beach.

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A modern building with a brick-paved entrance, steps leading up to the entrance, and three flags on flagpoles.

Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center

8.4/10 (441 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center during your trip to Fort Walton Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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A coastal cityscape with a long pier extending into turquoise waters, surrounded by buildings and a clear sky.

Okaloosa Island Pier

9.0/10 (1,284 reviews)

Okaloosa Island Pier is just one of the places to see in Fort Walton Beach, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Wild Willy's Adventure Zone

8.6/10 (387 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 lively bars while you're in the area.

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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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Ross Marler Park

Ross Marler Park is just one of the places to see in Fort Walton Beach, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Okaloosa Island Beach?

Okaloosa Island Beach is located in Fort Walton Beach. Travellers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 799 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Okaloosa Island Beach?

Adjacent to Okaloosa Island Beach, Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant. Other good choices within a short distance include Wavecrest Lodge and Sundrift Inn.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Okaloosa Island Beach?

Expedia has 799 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Okaloosa Island Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Okaloosa Island Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Okaloosa Island Beach.

What can I see and do near Okaloosa Island Beach?

Emerald Coast Science Center, Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum and Indian Temple Mound Museum feature captivating exhibits. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at John Beasley Park and Liza Jackson Park. Explore nature at Princess Beach and Oak Tree Nature Park.

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Our top choices for Okaloosa Island Beach hotels

1. Wavecrest Lodge

2. Sundrift Inn

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach

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

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

6. Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG

7. Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach

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. Four Points by Sheraton Destin-Fort Walton Beach

12. Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach

13. Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

14. The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

15. Seabreeze Inn

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

17. Regency Inn Near Boardwalk & Hurlburt Field

18. Destin West Resort by Panhandle Getaways

19. Quality Inn Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

20. Fairway Inn

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Top Okaloosa Island Beach Hotel Reviews

Beal House Fort Walton Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG

Sundrift Inn

Wavecrest Lodge

Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach

Gulf Dunes by Southern Vacation Rentals

Other attractions near Okaloosa Island Beach

Fort Walton Beach Landing Park

Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum

Indian Temple Mound Museum

Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center

Okaloosa Island Pier

Wild Willy's Adventure Zone

Garnier Post Office Museum

Ross Marler Park

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