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Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach

3.0 star property
Guests enjoy the beachfront lazy river and on-site golfing at this coastal retreat, where both indoor and outdoor pools await after a day in the sun

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Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach offers a peaceful beachfront getaway with indoor/outdoor pools and a relaxing spa tub. Enjoy on-site golf, drinks at the poolside bar, or ocean views from the terrace. The beach location and attentive staff earn high marks from guests.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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2 Queen Beds, Inland View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

2 Queen Beds, Limited View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 Queen Beds, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 Queen Beds, Balcony with Inland View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 Queen Beds, Balcony with Gulf Front View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Pool/Gulf View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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1 King Bed, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 King Bed, Balcony, Gulf Front

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible, Balcony with Gulf View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible, Pool View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible, Balcony with Inland View

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 Queen Beds, Mobile Accessible w/Roll In Shower, Limited View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible, Limited View

  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

2 Queen Beds, Mobile Accessible w/Roll In Shower, Inland View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Limited View

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Gulf View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool/Gulf View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior King Suite with Limited View

  • Sleeps 4

Gulf Front King Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

Hearing Accessible King Room with Balcony and Gulf View

  • Sleeps 2

Hearing Accessible King Room with Pool View

  • Sleeps 2

Two Queen Room with Balcony and Inland View

  • Sleeps 4

Gulf Front Two Queen Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility Accessible Two Queen Room with Roll in Shower and Limited View

  • Sleeps 4

Hearing Accessible Two Queen Room with Limited View

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility Accessible Two Queen Room with Roll in Shower and Inland View

  • Sleeps 4

Hearing Accessible Two Queen Room with Balcony and Inland View

  • Sleeps 4

Two Queen Room with Pool or Gulf View and Balcony

  • Sleeps 4

King Suite with Pool or Gulf View

  • Sleeps 6

Two Queen Room with Inland View

  • Sleeps 4

Two Queen Room with Limited View

  • Sleeps 4

Two Queen Room with Pool View

  • Sleeps 4

Junior King Suite with Gulf View

  • Sleeps 4

King Room with Pool View

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach is in Okaloosa Island, a neighborhood in Fort Walton 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Preston Hood Athletic Complex or Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center. Visit our Fort Walton Beach travel guide
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1297 Miracle Strip PKWY SE, 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
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dolphin show.
    Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • FortWaltonBeach_EmeraldCoastConventionCenter_6128040_03
    Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • FXKH87 Okaloosa Island Pier along an empty beach in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.
    Okaloosa Island Pier
    6 min walk - 0.4 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
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Angler's Beachside Bar & Grill
    9 min walk
  • Old Bay Steamer
    7 min walk
  • Upper Deck Beachside Bar & Grill
    8 min walk
  • Rockin Tacos
    11 min walk
  • FUBAR Pizza Bar
    9 min walk

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach

Hotel near Okaloosa Island Beach
Near Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island, Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach provides golfing on site, a poolside bar, and a terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, Garden Grille, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, along with a lazy river, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Self parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
  • A banquet hall, an elevator, and luggage storage
  • A vending machine, laundry services, and 2 meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 178 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 15 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Garden Grille

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Golf
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2017
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from March 9 2026 to March 20 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Fitness facilities
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 15.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hilton Garden Inn Fort Walton Beach Hotel
Hilton Garn Inn Fort Walton
Hilton Ft Walton Fort Walton
Hilton Garden Inn Fort Walton Beach
Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach Hotel
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Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach Hotel Fort Walton Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Is Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 15.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach?

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

What time is check-out at Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Okaloosa Island hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center, Okaloosa Island Beach, and Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island. Wayside Park and Ross Marler Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 617 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1001 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Single mom with 2 kiddos- we had the best time! Maggie and all of the staff we encountered (especially the restaurant servers and bartenders) were helpful and welcoming. We cannot wait to return!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an enjoyable stay! Our hotel room was great as we had a Gulf view. The hotel restaurant food was absolutely delicious and the entire hotel staff was amazing. I plan to return to the Hilton Gardens Inn. Thank you for an excellent stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfy beds, beautiful view. Loved the pool and lazy river (although the lazy river was not warm enough for me to get in).
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Willie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great staff, amenities, the cafeteria served great food at great prices.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and hotel is very nice. Staff is friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very friendly staff, good restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and quiet. The rooms are very comfortable and very close to restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Moné

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and the staff was very friendly! Breakfast was amazing; I would recommend this stay to anyone visiting the area!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

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Staff was great Maggie was very helpful
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The view was beautiful, staff were friendly and food was great. We loved the pool area very relaxing. Favorite part was how close we were to the beach and its beauty !
Sunsets were spectacular!
Water was clear and beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

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Amazing staff and views
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel and Room A+. Staff was wonderful. Would definitely book again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and people
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

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Room was nice and staff was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Rhonda

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Breakfast and dining room staff were wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect. Clean, the beach, and a lot of other stuff.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Kathryn

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The room was nice, but the hot tub was not working which was a big bummer. Breakfast was amazing. Beautiful peaches and sunsets.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Everette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach view was great! The facilities were excellent! The internet was a bit slow; it keeps kicking me off when I was trying to conduct business.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
pool is nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, beds comfy, friendly, location and view... wow
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view is stunning, hotel super clean and spacious. I can't wait to go back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bryan

The place is very clean and satisfying
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great! Perfect for two people. The view was amazing! Awesome pool and customer service was excellent. 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jarrod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms were spacious and clean. All of the associates with whom we interacted were gracious and accommodating. The star of the stay was the restaurant. The service and food for every meal and drink were top notch based on any metric.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was amazing ! I will be there again hopefully the summer time. The room was super clean. The food at the restaurant was really good. The breakfast from the restaurant was delicious and large portions. The dinner was very yummy also. The pool was nice and so was the hot tub. Best part it was steps from the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025