The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach/Destin





About us
Welcome to The Island Resort, an iconic beachfront resort perfectly situated on the island of Okaloosa in Destin/Fort Walton Beach in the panhandle of Florida. A landmark to endless fun in the sun on the sandy beach, The Island features direct access to white sands, variety of restaurants and bars, pools, tropical gardens and vast event space. Our coastal atmosphere delivers moment to moment fun for road-tripping families or epic social getaways. All here at The Island Resort Near Destin-Fort Walton Beach Coast Convention Center, Okaloosa Fishing Pier, the Gulfarium, and seconds from the Gulf of Mexico shoreline, we are the perfect destination for business or pleasure. With 24,000 square feet of flexible indoor/outdoor event space, The Island is the perfect beachfront venue for scenic destination weddings and gives a laid back feel to work conferences.
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Amenities
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (garden)
- View (ocean or water)
- Voicemail box
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- VIP services
- Health club
- Outdoor pool
- Water sports
- Whirlpool
- Airport shuttle
- Bus
- Taxi
- Dance floor
- Portable heaters
- Portable walls
- Staging area
- AV equipment
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (garden)
- View (ocean or water)
- Voicemail box
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible

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Additional Information
Facility Restrictions
• Smoking is not permitted in guest rooms and in most exterior common areas • Pets are not permitted on property
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary for group contracts however individual guest room cancellation policy is 48 hours prior to arrival date.
Additional details
Top Features at our Hotel Beachfront Resort Grotto Swim-Up Bar (seasonal) Tripp Tide Beach Bar Coastal Kitchen Restaurant Island Grille courtyard dining 24,000 Square Feet of Event Space Newly Renovated Indoor Venues New Outdoor Venues overlooking the Gulf & Grotto Pool Beach View Guestrooms Poolside Guestrooms Get Local At Nearby Attractions: Island Time- Watersports The Boardwalk Entertainment Complex Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park Wild Willy's Adventure Zone Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier Air Armament Museum

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach/Destin Frequently Asked Questions
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Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
What measures are in place to allow for social distancing in fitness centers (e.g. equipment configuration, staggered usage times)? If no fitness center, please put N/A.
Has the fitness room cleaning routine been adjusted/increased? If yes, what new measures are included? If no fitness center, please put N/A.
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Does the property limit number of guests in restaurant, bar, or dining areas due to COVID19 or other pandemics? If yes, please provide details of how restaurant, bar, or dining areas limits capacity? If no restaurant or bar, please put N/A.
Has the public bathroom cleaning routine been adjusted/increased? If yes, what new measures are included?
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