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Wavecrest Lodge

2.5 star property
A tropical beachfront retreat on Okaloosa Island Beach where travelers enjoy ocean views, morning breakfast, and easy access to sun-soaked shores

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Wavecrest Lodge (Fort Walton Beach)
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Fairfield Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach-West Destin offers direct beach access and an outdoor pool for relaxation. Guests enjoy a convenient breakfast, an on-site gym, and a business center. The helpful staff enhances the beachside experience.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Okaloosa Island, a neighborhood in Fort Walton Beach, Wavecrest Lodge is near theme parks and on the beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Emerald Coast Science Center and Goofy Golf are also worth visiting. Visit our Fort Walton Beach travel guide
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540 Santa Rosa Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548

What's nearby

  • Fort Walton Beach, USA Okaloosa Island fishing pier in Florida in Panhandle, Gulf of Mexico during sunny day, wave crashing on shore, white sand
    Okaloosa Island Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Fort Walton Beaches
    Fort Walton Beaches
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • FortWaltonBeach_EmeraldCoastConventionCenter_6128040_03
    Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Under Okaloosa fishing pier in Fort Walton Beach, Florida with pillars, green shallow waves in Panhandle, Gulf of Mexico on summer sunny day
    Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Dolphin show.
    Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
    3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Whataburger
    5 min drive
  • Slim Chickens
    6 min drive
  • Gi Jade
    6 min drive
  • Sura Korean Steakhouse
    4 min drive
  • Coffee Ave
    4 min drive

About this property

Wavecrest Lodge

Hotel near Okaloosa Island Beach
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a garden, and laundry facilities at Wavecrest Lodge. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym and a business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • An elevator, ATM/banking services, and free newspapers
  • 1 meeting room, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, beach locale, and helpful staff
Room features
All 87 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 43-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix and premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 10 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • iPod dock
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 10 per day (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Recreational vehicles, boats, and trailers are not allowed at this property.

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Wavecrest Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Wavecrest Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 10 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Wavecrest Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Wavecrest Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Wavecrest Lodge located?

Nestled on the beach, this Okaloosa Island hotel is just steps from Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Wayside Park and Santa Rosa Sound are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Wavecrest Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 732 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value hotel, clean rooms, beach access.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JULIANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean with a fantastic ocean view. Beach access was convenient and easy. Complimentary breakfast included several options. Wonderful experience for my family.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was nice. It was right on the beach. It was clean and the breakfast was above the standard fair which we enjoyed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

REGINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
every thing was great. great location to the beach, staff was very attentive. just wish there were a few more restaurants within walking distance, the pool was small
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Deaundrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach view and parking
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy and fast, customer service was excellent. The beach view was great and very easy to access.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was exceptionally clean and the bed was probably one of the most comfortable hotel beds I’ve ever slept in! Easy access to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel !! From check in to check out this hotel has everything you would look for. Comfort, quiet, parking, beach access, excellent breakfast and amazing staff! A no brainer for booking at a great price. See you next time!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay close to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Janene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice for a relaxing stay at the beach
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great beach..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

April S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing. Breakfast choices were great but wish there were more waffle irons. We had a king bedroom and the bed was stiff and pillows were flat. All and all, we had a nice time
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is nice and clean, has friendly staff and is in a great location!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were very friendly property was clean. Breakfast could have been better. And beds we
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

angelique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love the privet entrance and exit to the beach. Also, the staff was very helpful and pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had the best time!! Hotel staff was very friendly and just a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay! Staff was welcoming & property was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gratitude ♥️

Amazing staff! So kind and helpful. Great location! Easy beach access and secure parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and very clean hotel. We would definitely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds, direct beach access, great location,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the beach right behind tbis hotel which make it very convenient for stay and play. Reasonable price and close to everything. Love it !
Outside of my window
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dorina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean, convenient and beachfront. Breakfast was decent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025