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Summary of reviewsAdditionally, guests have praised the hotel's location, which is right on the beach and offers stunning views of the Gulf of Mexico. The rooms were also mentioned positively with guests finding them clean, comfortable and spacious. The staff was friendly and accommodating and the hotel amenities, such as the on-site restaurant and bar, were also well-received. Families with children appreciated the various activities and entertainment options available, including a kids' club and movie nights. Overall, guests had a wonderful experience at the Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG and would highly recommend it to others. Show more
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Beachfront Resort
On Fort Walton Beach is the Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach, a 3-star hotel with 152 rooms. The property features a beachside pool with a waterfall and lazy river, a restaurant open 16 hours a day, an outdoor tiki bar, and direct access from the pool deck to the beach. Guests traveling with kids can take advantage of the many planned children’s activities, including pirate shows and “dive inn” movies. Those wanting a more romantic stay can plan their ultimate Okaloosa wedding in the resort’s 3,000 square foot beachfront wedding space.
Resort near The Beach
The Holiday Inn Resort is located directly on the beach on Okaloosa Island, offering white sandy beaches and emerald waters. It features a heated lazy river pool, a beachside tiki bar, and seasonal activities.
Resort for Honeymoon
This beachfront resort offers a relaxing and fun atmosphere with amenities suitable for couples, including a tiki bar and various activities. It's also conveniently located near local attractions.
Family Friendly Resort
This beachfront resort offers a variety of family-friendly amenities, including a beachfront outdoor pool and an indoor pool. It is located within walking distance of the beach, making it convenient for families with children. The hotel also features Kidsuites designed to create fun family memories.
Resort with Swimming Pool
This beachfront resort features a seasonally heated beachfront lazy river pool and an indoor heated pool. It also offers a hot tub and a beachfront tiki bar.
Indoor Pool Lazy River Outdoor Pool
Business Resort
This resort is suitable for meetings and business travel, located near the Emerald Coast Convention Center. It offers well-equipped rooms with modern amenities and provides spaces for events. The Holiday Inn Resort is also conveniently located near Eglin Air Force Base and Hurlburt Field.
Resort with Parking
The Holiday Inn Resort includes parking as part of its amenities. It is a resort-style property, indicating potentially larger parking capacity.
Resort with Gym
This Holiday Inn Resort has a fitness center. Being a resort, it is expected to offer more comprehensive fitness options.
3-Star Resort
Located directly on the beach, this resort features a seasonally heated beachfront lazy river pool, an indoor heated pool, a hot tub, a beachfront tiki bar, a game room, Dive-Inn movies, and seasonal kids' activities, making it a great choice for families and beach lovers.
Resort with Outdoor Pool
Guests can enjoy a seasonally heated beachfront lazy river pool, an outdoor heated pool, a hot tub, and a beachfront tiki bar, providing a comprehensive outdoor pool experience right on the sand.
Resort with Lazy River
Includes a lazy river for guests to relax and enjoy. The beachfront location and family-friendly atmosphere make it a popular choice.
Resort with Indoor Pool
This resort features an indoor pool alongside an outdoor pool with a lazy river and a hot tub. Its indoor pool is reliably available, even when the outdoor facilities undergo maintenance, making it a consistent choice for indoor swimming.
Resort near Nightlife Spots
Room Types
Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Ocean View - Communications AccessibleThis accessible room has a balcony, microwave and CD player. Visual door and telephone alarms are also included.
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Mobility Accessible Roll-In Shower - Ocean ViewThis accessible room has a balcony, microwave and CD player. Visual door and telephone alarms are also included.
Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Mobility Accessible Roll-In ShowerThis accessible room has a microwave, small refrigerator, and CD player. Visual door and telephone alarms are also included.
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Ocean View - Non-SmokingThis accessible room has a balcony, microwave and CD player. Visual door and telephone alarms are also included.
Standard Queen Room with Two Queen BedsThis room has a microwave, small refrigerator, and CD Player.
King SuiteThis suite offers an extra large double bed as well as a microwave, refrigerator, and seating area with a sofa bed. A cable TV with HBO and a DVD player is also included.
King Suite with Ocean ViewThis suite has a balcony, microwave, and seating area with a sofa bed.
Standard RoomThis room has a cable TV, small refrigerator, and microwave.
King Suite with One King Bed and One Bunk Bed - Ocean ViewThis suite features a microwave and a cable TV with a DVD player.
Standard Room with Two Queen BedsThis room has a cable TV with HBO. Coffee-making facilities, a small refrigerator, and a microwave are also included. The room offers an inland view.
Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Furnished BalconyFeaturing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box and a carpeted floor. The unit has 2 beds.
Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and BalconyProviding free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 2 beds.
Queen Room - Mobility Access/Hearing AccessibleThe spacious double room offers air conditioning, a safe deposit box, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 2 beds.
King Room with One King Bed and One Bunk Bed - Mobility Accessible Roll-In ShowerThe spacious double room features air conditioning, a safe deposit box, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Hearing Accessible/Non-SmokingOffering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor and heating. The unit has 2 beds.
Guest Reviews
8.1
Very Good
Location
Experience the perfect beach vacation at Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG. Located in a beachfront property, the hotel is perfectly located and offers easy access to the beach. Guests loved the convenient location which was only a short walk away from local attractions, restaurants and souvenir shops. The great location of the hotel was further evidenced by the stunning ocean view and the easy beach access. Moreover with proximity to the convention center, guests found the location of the hotel very convenient. The location also offers a range of dining and shopping options right around the corner. Guests enjoyed the beautiful resort and loved the private beach that was just in front of the hotel. Overall, the hotel has a fantastic location which made guests' beach vacation experience truly amazing.
Breakfast
The breakfast at Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG has received mixed reviews from guests. However, the majority of the reviews are positive with guests describing the breakfast buffet as terrific, wonderful, great, delicious, awesome and amazing. The restaurant in the lobby serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and some guests loved the food there. Although some guests were disappointed in the quality of the breakfast, most found it good or even the best they've had. Some guests wished that breakfast was free, but others were satisfied with the sufficient buffet. A few guests had issues with their breakfast experience, such as long wait times or limited options due to dietary restrictions, but overall, breakfast at this hotel seems to be a decent choice for travelers.
Rooms
The Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG offers a variety of room options to fit your needs. While some guests complained of a musty smell, outdated decor and uncomfortable beds, the majority of reviews praised the clean and well-maintained rooms. Guests can enjoy in-room amenities such as a microwave, fridge, TV and safe. The shower comes equipped with soap, shampoo and conditioner, adding to the convenience factor. Some rooms even boast an Xbox or bunk bed, perfect for families traveling with kids. For those looking to upgrade, there is a wish for more available suites. Depending on the room, guests can enjoy a balcony with an ocean or pool view. While a few guests did experience cleanliness issues such as dirty carpet, others found their rooms to be very, very clean. Overall, the hotel's location and room options provided a comfortable and convenient stay for most guests.
Beds
Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG boasts comfortable beds that will make your stay a dream come true. Guests have praised the quality of the beds, some even reporting that they were the perfect combination of firm and soft. Many guests enjoyed integrating their bed rest with chilling by the pool. Although, some guests did report that the beds were too hard or not a desirable size for them. The cleanliness and comfort of the beds were also highly regarded by visitors. Some guests even raved about the incredible design of the bunk bed rooms. Despite some mixed opinions about the firmness of the beds, guests still described their stay as wonderful and enjoyable thanks to the hotel's cozy accommodations.
Cleanliness
The Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG is a great choice for those looking for a clean and well-maintained facility. The hotel grounds were very clean and the rooms and lobby were also kept clean. Most rooms are nice, clean and spacious and come with comfortable beds. While some guests mentioned areas that needed a deep clean, overall the hotel is very clean and convenient. The outdoor dining area could be kept cleaner and the indoor pool building could do with an upgrade and clean too. Some guests observed minor issues such as sticky residue from drinks and left-behind trash, but everything is up-to-date except for the price. The hotel is an excellent option for those seeking a super clean environment, even if the cost is higher than other hotels.
Staff
The staff at the Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG, is highly praised by guests for their friendliness, helpfulness and professionalism. While there are a few negative comments about the older lady at the front desk and some apathetic or rude staff members, the majority of the reviews are positive. Guests mention how stunning and excellent the staff is, going above and beyond to help guests with their needs. The staff is kind, accommodating and quick to respond to questions and requests. Many guests specifically mention Troy at the front desk, Stephen from maintenance and Ben from the cafeteria as exceptional employees. Families with children appreciate how kid-friendly the staff is. Overall, the staff receives high marks for their care and attention towards the guests.
Pool
Guest reviews of the Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG, reveal that the pool and pool area were a hit among guests with multiple positive comments about the two pools, lazy river and hot tub. Families with children enjoyed the child-friendly pool areas and many guests were pleased with the location of the hotel within walking distance to everything. Most guests complimented the cleanliness and maintenance of the pool and pool area, although there were some complaints about a dirty pool, smoking guests and the pool being overrun in the afternoon. Despite some unfortunate incidents, such as a broken pool and a snake in the pool, most guests enjoyed their time at the pool, especially with entertainment options like swim-up movies and daily kids' activities. Some minor complaints include a shortage of towels, early closing of the Tiki bar and missed fireworks. Overall, guests seemed to find the pool and pool area pleasant and enjoyable.
Beach
The Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach is a true beach paradise! Guest reviews confirm that the hotel is conveniently located right on the beach, providing easy access to the water and stunning views from every room. The beach access is great and there are a variety of amenities available to guests including garbage cans and indoor pools. Visitors enjoy hanging out on the beach, swimming in the pool and taking leisurely walks along the shore. The location is perfect, close to other visitor spots and local dining and shopping options. The beach itself is described as amazing, beautiful and lovely. Staying at this resort is a great way to experience the natural beauty of the area and bask in the sun and sand.
Family
The Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach has received praise for its family-friendly environment and range of activities for kids. Many guests loved the fact that kids ate for free, making dining at the hotel affordable. While some guests noted that scheduled activities for children didn't always happen as planned, others appreciated the many options available, such as games and prizes. The pool was a highlight for many with guests mentioning the nice setting, options for little kids and daily interactions with staff. Security on the premises was excellent, making parents feel safe. The hotel's location was also a plus with a lot of entertainment and dining options nearby. While the hotel's overall experience received praise, guests specifically enjoyed the entertainment by the pool on the Hilton side. With a lot of activities for the kids, the hotel was described as a "child's dream," and "clean, comfortable and kid-friendly." Even those on a family trip without kids appreciated the welcoming environment of the hotel. All in all, the Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach provided a great family vacation experience.
Lazy River
Guests who have stayed at the Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG, have given positive feedback regarding the hotel's lazy river. Most of the guests enjoyed the lazy river and found it to be good. The lazy river was mentioned frequently in combination with the indoor pool. Unfortunately, some guests experienced minor issues with the lazy river floor and turning off early. However, it did not seem to be a common issue. Despite this, guests still had a great time with their children, stating that the lazy river and pool were a hit with their kids. Overall, the lazy river at the Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG, is a great place for guests to relax and unwind and a definite highlight of their stay.
Outdoor Pool
If you're looking for a family-friendly hotel on the beautiful Gulf Coast, the Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach should be at the top of your list. Guests rave about the outdoor pool with many mentioning its cleanliness and maintenance. Parents will appreciate the shallow area for little ones and the pool is even heated for those cooler days. Plus, the hotel offers flexibility in case the pool gets too crowded - guests can also use the pool at a neighboring hotel. Some guests did note that the outdoor dining area could be cleaner, but overall the pool area is a highlight of the property. And when you need a break from the sun, head to the hotel bar (inside or outside) for a refreshing drink.
Yes, Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool, Lazy River.
No, a spa isn't available at Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG.
No, Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG.
Yes, Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG has a gym.