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Fort Walton Beach Hotel Guide. Hotels in Downtown Fort Walton Beach, Fort Walton Beach, United States of America

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Our top choices for Downtown Fort Walton Beach hotels

A modern restaurant with a mix of seating options including tables and booths, a bar area, and a counter.

1. Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West
3.0 star property
Downtown Fort Walton Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (628 reviews)
"Loved it for a quick stay"
United States
Charity
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and two chairs. There are three wall-mounted lights and a chandelier.

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach
3.0 star property
Downtown Fort Walton Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Loved the room… pool was nice.."
United States
Amanda
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach
A terrace with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water with palm trees and a distant cityscape.

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach

Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach
3.0 star property
Downtown Fort Walton Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (255 reviews)
"Friendly staff, complimentary breakfast, nice and clean rooms, good gym"
United States
Franchesca
The price is €160
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach
A beach with footprints and a clear sky.

4. Wavecrest Lodge

Wavecrest Lodge
2.5 star property
Okaloosa Island, 1.1 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Good breakfast and location it was everything I needed"
United States
Jason
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Wavecrest Lodge
A beach with a row of blue umbrellas and beach chairs.

5. Beal House Fort Walton Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Beal House Fort Walton Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Okaloosa Island, 1 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great spot right on the beach with wonderful rooms"
United States
Heather
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Beal House Fort Walton Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a beach and ocean.

6. Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach
3.0 star property
Okaloosa Island, 1.4 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,026 reviews)
"Lovely stay, I highly recommend."
United States
Aristotle
The price is €143
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach
A beach scene with a sandcastle, blue beach chairs, and a pier in the background.

7. Four Points by Sheraton Destin-Fort Walton Beach

Four Points by Sheraton Destin-Fort Walton Beach
3.0 star property
Okaloosa Island, 1.5 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (578 reviews)
"This is a great place to stay - I had a room facing the beach and it was worth it! The property was clean and well maintained, and they had everything I wanted and rarely felt the need to leave. I will visit again!"
United States
Carah
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Four Points by Sheraton Destin-Fort Walton Beach
A beach with clear skies, a sandy shore, and a few beach umbrellas.

8. Sundrift Inn

Sundrift Inn
3.0 star property
Okaloosa Island, 0.9 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (859 reviews)
"Great place, easy access to the beach."
United States
Andres
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Sundrift Inn
A breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items and a refrigerated display with beverages.

9. TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL
2.5 star property
Seabreeze, 1.8 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (558 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Laurie
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL
A beach with rows of green umbrellas and wooden lounge chairs.

10. Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
3.0 star property
Okaloosa Island, 1.1 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2,622 reviews)
"Beach view and staff were excellent!"
United States
Dominica
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
A pool with a rocky waterfall feature, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

11. The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
4.0 star property
Okaloosa Island, 2.1 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3,712 reviews)
"The resort was very nice"
United States
Claudia
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with clear blue water and white sand.

12. Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach

Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach
2.5 star property
Okaloosa Island, 1.2 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great vacation spot"
United States
Jason
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach
A modern hotel lobby with glass doors, a reception desk, and blue accent walls.

13. Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG
2.5 star property
Seabreeze, 1.5 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (506 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Luis
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a modern wall design.

14. Seabreeze Inn

Seabreeze Inn
2.0 star property
Seabreeze, 1.2 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Donald
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Seabreeze Inn
A resort pool area with palm trees, a beach view, and a clear blue sky.

15. Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG
3.0 star property
Okaloosa Island, 1.5 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Location was great, staff very friendly and helpful, room was perfect."
United States
Michael
The price is €159
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a beige facade, balconies, and palm trees.

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

Comfort Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West
2.5 star property
Seabreeze, 1.6 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (944 reviews)
"Perfect for family staying"
United States
KARTHIK
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Comfort Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West
A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a check-in/check-out sign, a reception desk, a potted plant, and a seating area with chairs.

17. Days Inn by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach
2.0 star property
Seabreeze, 1.6 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
5.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Already wrote a review as stayed 4 nights here."
United States
Daphne
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Days Inn by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

18. Fairway Inn

Fairway Inn
2.0 star property
Seabreeze, 1.8 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
6.2 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean and quiet"
United States
James
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Fairway Inn
A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

19. WoodSpring Suites Fort Walton Beach - Eglin AFB

WoodSpring Suites Fort Walton Beach - Eglin AFB
2.5 star property
Wright, 6.5 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (151 reviews)
"Great place and quiet part of town; it was seamless staying with a dog here."
United States
Emilee
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
WoodSpring Suites Fort Walton Beach - Eglin AFB
A modern restaurant with wooden flooring, green cushioned seating, and pendant lighting.

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Fort Walton Beach Hurlburt Area

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Fort Walton Beach Hurlburt Area
3.0 star property
Oakland, 4.6 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (550 reviews)
"I would stay here again"
United States
Sandra
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Fort Walton Beach Hurlburt Area
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Where to stay in Downtown Fort Walton Beach

Find the best Downtown Fort Walton Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A lifeguard tower on a sandy beach with a clear blue sky.

Okaloosa Island

The perfect place for a romantic getaway or a family weekend retreat, this is an unforgettable shoreline delight.

A riverbank with sand, grass, and trees.
Photo by Amber Palmer
Open Photo by Amber Palmer

Seabreeze

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

A basket of fried chicken wings with a glistening sauce.
Photo by mlur_RN
Open Photo by mlur_RN

Beal Parkway

When in Beal Parkway, you can plan a visit to Okaloosa Island Beach and Wild Willy's Adventure Zone, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A wooden pier extending into calm water with a sunset in the background.
Photo by Amanda Cornelisse
Open Photo by Amanda Cornelisse

Elliot's Point

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

A body of water with a flock of birds flying in formation.
Photo by Amber Palmer
Open Photo by Amber Palmer

Ferry Park

While Ferry Park isn't home to many top sights, Okaloosa Island Beach and Wild Willy's Adventure Zone are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Downtown Fort Walton Beach Hotel Reviews

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Never have to leave property!"
William 4-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Fort Walton Beach?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Fort Walton Beach's Downtown Fort Walton Beach neighbourhood. Are you looking for Downtown Fort Walton Beach travel tips? Make sure that you visit Santa Rosa Sound and Indian Temple Mound Museum while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Fort Walton Beach?
Based on our traveller data, Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Fort Walton Beach. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Another good choice for your stay in the neighbourhood is La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown Fort Walton Beach area?
Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Fort Walton Beach to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Fort Walton Beach area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Fort Walton Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Downtown Fort Walton Beach.
What is there to do in this Fort Walton Beach neighbourhood?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Indian Temple Mound Museum or Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum during your visit to Downtown Fort Walton Beach. Santa Rosa Sound and Garnier Post Office Museum are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Fort Walton Beach include Okaloosa Island Beach, Miracle Strip and Beltway Shopping Center. While you're out sightseeing in Fort Walton Beach, make sure that you visit other sights such as Wild Willy's Adventure Zone or Towncrest Shopping Center.