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The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach/Destin

1500 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL, USA, 32548
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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.

Venue Details

ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependent
Built1966
Renovated2020
Total meeting space24,903 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms335
Venue typeResort

Industry Ratings

AAA
Northstar

Awards

Industry awards
2024 - Emerald Coast Magazine Best Staycation Property/Resort 2024 - Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber Finalist and winner of "Finest Hotel on the Emerald Coast" 2021 Visit Florida Flagler Award - Marketing Campaign 2019 Best of Weddings voted on The Knot 2019 Brides Choice voted on Wedding Wire

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Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Calls (local)
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (ocean or water)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • 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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Seasonal Availability

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High season
Jun 01 - Aug 13
Shoulder season
Aug 14 - Oct 31Mar 01 - May 26
Low season
Jan 01 - Feb 28Nov 01 - Dec 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
24,903 sq. ft.
Largest room
4,845 sq. ft.
Space (private)
12,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
10
Second largest room
3,480 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
4,000 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
7,500 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
500
Seating capacity
350

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Meeting space

Meeting room floor plans

Tavern on the Island
Fiji Ballroom
Maui + Lobby
Bali Room
Aruba Room

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
335
Single (1 bed)
41
Single (1 bed) rate
$109.00 - $599.00
Double (2 beds)
280
Double (2 beds) rate
$109.00 - $599.00
Suites
14
Tax rate
7%
Occupancy rate
6%

Location

Getting Here

Located off Hwy 98/Miracle Strip Pkwy SE. approximately 42 miles east of Pensacola, FL and 52 miles west of Panama City, FL By Air: Destin-Fort Walton Beach airport (VPS) is 10.5 miles and approximately 15 minutes north of our resort. Pensacola International airport (PNS) is 45.3 miles and approximately 1 hour from our resort Panama CIty Airport (PTY) is 60 miles and approximately 1.5 hour
Distance from airport 12 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
( $15.00/day )
Bus parking

Local Attractions

Island Time Watersports
Island Time Watersports
Recreation
5 mins
Located across the street from The Island, Island Time features arcade games for kids, pontoon rentals for full and 1/2 day. Additional watersports are available for rental.
1318 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE
Fort Walton Beach, FL, US 32548
Mattie Kelly Arts Center
Mattie Kelly Arts Center
Theater
16 mi
100 McCraken Way
Niceville, FL, US 32578
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Emerald Bay Golf Club
Emerald Bay Golf Club
Recreation
12 mi
Destin Florida has long been a vacation destination known for golf, and no where is it better represented than the beautiful Emerald Bay Golf Club, nestled along the shores of the Choctawahatchee Bay.
4781 Clubhouse Drive
Destin, FL, US 32541
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Destin Commons
Destin Commons
Shopping
10 mi
4300 Legendary Drive
Destin, FL, US 32541
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Kelly Plantation Golf Club
Kelly Plantation Golf Club
Recreation
10 mi
Kelly Plantation Golf Club, located in Destin, FL is one of the most visually impressive and environmentally sensitive golf courses in northwest Florida. Set along the Choctawhatchee Bay, this semi-private golf club features 18 captivating holes built on the former site of a turpentine plantation owned by Mattie and Coleman Kelly. Designers Fred Couples and Gene Bates, fashioned an impressive championship golf course from the intrinsic beauty of the land with miles of waterfront, intricate bayous and towering trees. Kelly Plantation Golf Course boasts over 7,000 yards of large contoured greens, wide manicured fairways, an array of strategically placed hazards and picturesque views of the Choctawhatchee Bay.
307 Kelly Plantation Drive
Destin, FL, US 32541
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Fort Walton Beach Heritage Park and Cultural Center
Fort Walton Beach Heritage Park and Cultural Center
Historical landmark
We are an educational and cultural institution of long standing traditions. It is our mission to preserve, interpret and present the prehistory and history of the Fort Walton Beach community and the Northwest Florida area from 14,000 B.C. through the 1950′s. We serve students, citizens and visitors through exhibits, educational programs, publications and special events. Heritage Park & Cultural Center includes the Indian Temple Mound Museum, Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum, Garnier Post Office Museum, Fort Walton Temple Mound, and the Civil War Exhibit Building.
Boardwalk Entertainment Complex
Boardwalk Entertainment Complex
Shopping
0 mins
The Boardwalk is located right next door to us. There are many shops, restaurants, and night clubs located here.
Air Force Armament Museum
Air Force Armament Museum
Museum
8 mi
Experience the aviation warfare armament from the early days of World War I right through to today's high tech planes and bombs. Inside, you'll find an extensive collection of weaponry and interactive displays that will amaze and intrigue. Outside displays include vintage military aircraft including the fastest plane ever built - the SR-71 Blackbird! Admission is FREE and all are welcome!
100 Museum Drive
Eglin AFB, FL, US 32542
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Destin History and Fishing Museum
Destin History and Fishing Museum
Museum
5 mi
The Destin History & Fishing Museum is located at 108 Stahlman Avenue, Destin, Florida. It contains exhibits depicting the history of the town and the fishing industry in relation to it.
108 Stahlman Avenue
Destin, FL, US 32541
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Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
Park
1 mi
The Gulfarium is the top Fort Walton Beach attraction and venue for enjoying daily shows, animal chats, animal exhibits, and interactive animal encounters.
1010 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE
Fort Walton Beach, FL, US 32548
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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

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