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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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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, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Okaloosa Island, a neighborhood in Fort Walton Beach, Wavecrest Lodge is near theme parks and on the beach. HarborWalk Village and Destin Commons are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Emerald Coast Science Center 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
  • Santa Rosa Sound
    Santa Rosa Sound
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • FortWaltonBeach_EmeraldCoastConventionCenter_6128040_03
    Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
    Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
    3 min drive - 2.0 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
  • Coffee Ave
    4 min drive
  • Ali's Bistro
    4 min drive

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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).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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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. 757 out of 1030 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 1030 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 1030 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1030 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1030 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean, breakfast was plus and close proximity to the beach is the best.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was lacking, but otherwise really enjoyed our stay here! Comfortable rooms and nice bathrooms. Great beach access.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the beach and many great restaurants. Beautiful beach, not too crowded. Easy parking and hotel access.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

JESSICA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and beach access was great. Breakfast was ok.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was average .. room was nice ... staff was courteous and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very nice and helpful. Great location on the beach. Breakfast was typical complimentary found at any hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walk outside to the beach room clean and air worked perfect! No weird smells and breakfast! Place earned 5 stars
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. We would definitely stay again. Only negative was the coffee but it was probably a one off issue. Parking was super easy. Room and staff were great. Beach access was super easy and beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is hard to highlight just one thing because everything was excellent. From the spotless cleanliness and the kindness of the staff to the direct beach access and the availability of Spanish-speaking assistance, we felt right at home. Without a doubt, this was a wonderful experience that we would gladly recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and quiet. Parking was excellent, as was the complimentary breakfast. Price was affordable especially since the hotel is located on the beach side of the frontage road. Down the elevator and walk directly to the beach through a short sidewalk. Showers to wash off the sand.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark

Room was spotless, front desk person was helpfull and friendly, loved the location and the heated pool.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast! Clean rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good breakfast, good location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JULIANA

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

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was really clean and sizable. We had the king bed with partial view. You had the bed area and a sitting area with an additional tv. The facility as a whole was clean and nice. The breakfast was ok for a continental breakfast, can’t go wrong with waffles. The only negative was the pool was really small but we knew that ahead of time based on pictures. Our little still had the best time in it. We LOVED that we were directly on the beach making the trek from our vehicle to the sand with all the things super easy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Feliciano

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly and cleaners of lodge
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Key security access for elevator use is good. Room was nice and comfortable. Upholstery needs some attention. Breakfast was good. Vending machines were iffy and front desk purchases are $$. Parking is easy and its a short walk onto the beach. I'd definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was great no issues at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

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

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