Downtown Fort Walton Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Fort Walton Beach showing a bay or harbor
Fort Walton Beach featuring general coastal views and a park
Fort Walton Beach showing a sandy beach and a bay or harbour

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Our pick of the best Downtown Fort Walton Beach Hotel Deals

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4 out of 5
Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500 Fort Walton Beach FL
The price is NZ$209 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
NZ$209
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,984 reviews)
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Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

3 out of 5
573 Santa Rosa Blvd Fort Walton Beach FL
The price is NZ$169 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
NZ$169
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,162 reviews)
Very nice Penthouse Condo!

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
200 Henderson Resort Way Destin FL
The price is NZ$618 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$618
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Destin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
The staff were all professional, courteous, accommodating and friendly. The hotel was lovely and the proximity to the beach was only a f minute walk. The Primrose restaurant was nice, and the food was good. Their single glass of wine selection was limited when it comes to reasonablly price. More ...

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa
Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach

3 out of 5
220 Scenic Gulf Drive Miramar Beach FL
The price is NZ$156 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$156
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Miramar Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,130 reviews)
Everything was wonderful! I always stay here when I visit Destin, and it’s always a fantastic place to stay. The clean room & staff was fantastic, and there was so much more to it. I’m planning to come back to Destin later in the spring or summer and will definitely be staying here again. ...

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard

Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard

3 out of 5
100 Grand Blvd Miramar Beach FL
The price is NZ$150 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
NZ$150
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Miramar Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,590 reviews)
Great room, beds were comfortable and bathrooms were spotless.

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin

Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin

3 out of 5
14051 Emerald Coast Parkway Destin FL
The price is NZ$159 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$159
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Destin. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,336 reviews)
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Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Fort Walton Beach

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Beal Parkway

When in Beal Parkway, you can plan a visit to Miracle Strip and Okaloosa Island Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Beal Parkway
Okaloosa Island which includes a sandy beach

Okaloosa Island

Okaloosa Island is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beach Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Fort Walton Beach.

Okaloosa Island
Fort Walton beach is a very quiet and secluded place away from the madness of destin.

Elliot's Point

While visiting Elliot's Point, you might make a stop by sights like Choctawhatchee Bay and Santa Rosa Sound.

Elliot's Point
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Ferry Park

While Ferry Park isn't home to many top sights, Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beach Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ferry Park
Fort Walton Beach

Cinco Bayou

Travellers like the shopping in Cinco Bayou, and Beltway Shopping Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Cinco Bayou
Best place for pets

Seabreeze

While visiting Seabreeze, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Rosa Sound and Emerald Coast Science Center.

Seabreeze


Downtown Fort Walton Beach Travel Guide

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