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Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG

3.0 star property
Travelers recharge by the ocean waves at this beachfront resort, where arcades, indoor and outdoor pools, and a spa tub await the whole family.

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Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach on Okaloosa Island offers relaxation and activity. The arcade entertains guests needing a sun break, and on-site shopping adds convenience. This eco-certified resort features attentive staff helping families create lasting memories.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View (Communication Accessible)

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Wide)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Additional Living Area)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Communication, Roll-In Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Communication, Roll-In Shower)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Communication Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Ocean View (Communication, Roll-In Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View (Mobility Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Suite, 1 King Bed (Private Balcony)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG 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. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Fort Walton Beach travel guide
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1299 Miracle Strip Parkway 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
  • FortWaltonBeach_EmeraldCoastConventionCenter_6128040_03
    Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
    Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • FXKH87 Okaloosa Island Pier along an empty beach in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.
    Okaloosa Island Pier
    11 min walk - 0.6 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
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Old Bay Steamer
    7 min walk
  • Angler's Beachside Bar & Grill
    10 min walk
  • Upper Deck Beachside Bar & Grill
    8 min walk
  • FUBAR Pizza Bar
    10 min walk
  • Floyd's Shrimp House
    10 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG

Resort near Okaloosa Island Beach
Located close to Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island, Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG provides a poolside bar, shopping on site, and an arcade/game room. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, along with a lazy river, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Meeting rooms, ATM/banking services, and a banquet hall
  • A 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 152 rooms have comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • TVs with premium channels
  • 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

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 20.89 for adults and USD 10.45 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2,500 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2014
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • MP3 dock
  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 20.89 for adults and USD 10.45 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 15.00 per night (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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG have a pool?

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

Is Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 15.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG located?

Nestled on the beach, this Okaloosa Island resort is within a 10-minute walk of Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center and Okaloosa Island Beach. Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island and Fort Walton Beaches are also within 15 minutes.

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

Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 650 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 207 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1006 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean, staff was great, food was delicious, and the location was unbeatable. We'll definitely be back soon!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was clean & the personal was friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean motel. Nice staff
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay, had a broken tv and they got it changed in a timely manner. Clean rooms! Great staff, totally recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ouida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms were clean and relaxing, the pool area was lovely, the location is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janice Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was superb, right on the beach. Pool was a lazy river type, very refreshing and hot tub was relaxing. What really made our stay memorable were the staff. From the front desk, restaurant, bar, maintenance and housekeeping, everyone was kind, knowledgeable, helpful and incredibly friendly!!! Would stay here again💯
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was the friendliest ever!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Clarissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay. Our room was clean and we felt welcome as soon as we walked thru the door. I will definitely be returning soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was friendly, view was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I'm very happy to be here, everything is perfect, clean and the service is excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The entire stay, the staff, everything was absolutely wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff all around was absolutely wonderful and the room was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was extremely clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was friendly,i likedthat u can choose something for your birthday courtesy the hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Balcony offered a nice view of the ocean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay! Very accommodating with check-in/check-out and super-friendly staff, with reasonable pricing. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean and staff was amazing and the view was breath taking will be back next year for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The entire experience was perfect - customer service, the pools, hot tub, the beach access! We’ll definitely be going back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice amenities, everything was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed there multiple time. Staff and accommodations are excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

md nayeem

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went on a holiday week, but property was always clean. Room was clean, pool was clean, and staff were always available. Just the endless pool towels are commendable!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JASMINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved how the property was steps away from the beach and everything you need was right on property! Really enjoyed my stay! Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great view, clean rooms and hotel! Very nice. Staff could have been friendlier.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alessandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend it. The service at the entrance was excellent, the receptionists always had a smile on their face and were friendly. The breakfast is perfect and the service is too, not to mention the view this hotel offers. Our stay here was incredible, and we will definitely be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We didn’t eat at the hotel. Beach view was great
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025