The Best Hotels Closest to Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island in Fort Walton Beach - 2026 Updated Prices

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A terrace with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water with palm trees and a distant cityscape.

A modern hotel room with a living area, a dining table, a sofa, a TV, a kitchen area, and a large window with curtains.

A modern interior with vending machines and shelves stocked with snacks and beverages.

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and a stationary bike, large windows with a view of palm trees and water.

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach

Downtown Fort Walton Beach, 1.5 mi from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

Franchesca

£152

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A beach with footprints and a clear sky.

A hotel with a beach view, multiple parking levels, and a sign indicating 'Wavecrest'.

2. Wavecrest Lodge

Okaloosa Island, 1.5 mi from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

Amber

£147

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

A reception area with a modern desk, a framed artwork on the wall, and a door with a sign.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a desk, and a chair.

A gym with cardio machines, benches, and dumbbells.

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

Downtown Fort Walton Beach, 1.6 mi from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

EFREN

£70

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A beach with clear skies, a sandy shore, and a few beach umbrellas.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of the ocean.

4. Sundrift Inn

Okaloosa Island, 1 mi from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

£130

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A beach with a row of blue umbrellas and beach chairs.

A multi-story hotel with a white facade and balconies. There are two blue beach chairs under a blue umbrella in the foreground.

A modern living room with a round dining table, wicker furniture, and a large window with a city view.

A balcony with wicker chairs and a table overlooking a beach with umbrellas.

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

Okaloosa Island, 0.8 mi from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

Constance

£139

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A resort pool area with palm trees, a beach view, and a clear blue sky.

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a beach view.

A balcony with a view of a beach, a pool, and a pier.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating with a view of the beach, and large windows.

6. Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG

Okaloosa Island, 0.3 mi from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

Rhonda

£195

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and two chairs. There are three wall-mounted lights and a chandelier.

A reception area with a large mural of a beach scene, a reception desk, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with patterned curtains.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a large window, and various kitchen appliances and utensils on the counter.

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

Downtown Fort Walton Beach, 1.5 mi from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

nashuada

£69

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a beach and ocean.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, modern pendant lighting, and a central bar area.

A hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a pool area with umbrellas.

A beachside resort with a thatched-roof structure, yellow umbrellas, and lounge chairs.

8. Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach

Okaloosa Island, 0.4 mi from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

Anna

£139

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a table, and a view of the beach and ocean through a sliding glass door.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies and a prominent signage.

A multi-story hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring balconies and a waterfront view.

A beach scene with a sandcastle, blue beach chairs, and a pier in the background.

9. Four Points by Sheraton Destin-Fort Walton Beach

Okaloosa Island, 0.2 mi from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

Eleanor

£128

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with clear blue water and white sand.

A balcony with a pool view, chairs, and a building in the background.

Two blue beach chairs on a sandy beach with a clear sky and ocean in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a view.

10. Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach

Okaloosa Island, 0.5 mi from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

Tameika

£130

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A balcony with a view of the beach, white railing, and blue chairs.

A beach resort with a large building, clear turquoise water, and rows of blue and yellow umbrellas.

A pool with a rocky waterfall feature, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

11. The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

Okaloosa Island, 0.1 mi from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

whitley

£145

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A beach with rows of green umbrellas and wooden lounge chairs.

A pool with palm trees, a beach, and a sign for 'Calipso Spa'.

A balcony with two chairs facing a beach.

A kitchen with a sink, coffee maker, and a view of a balcony.

12. Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

Okaloosa Island, 1.4 mi from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

Michelle

£109

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a modern wall design.

A modern waiting area with a herringbone wood floor, leather seating, and large windows offering a view of the street.

A marina with boats docked, a clear sky, and a view of buildings in the distance.

A modern lobby with a wooden wall, a reception desk, a large TV, and a peacock-themed painting.

13. Seabreeze Inn

Seabreeze, 1.8 mi from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

Richelle

£60

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A sandy beach with footprints, a clear sky, and a few people in the distance.

A bar with a large screen displaying a performer. There are people seated at the bar and a white picket fence in the foreground.

A bedroom with a wooden floor, a bed with a plaid bedspread, a dresser, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

A building with a brick facade, a bench, and a small garden area with grass and shrubs.

14. Gipson Inn Motel

Beal Parkway, 1.6 mi from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

Anonymous traveller

£225

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A modern hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

15. Seaside Escape FL

Beal Parkway, 1.6 mi from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

£119

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A large, multi-level hotel with a central swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and sun loungers.

16. Destin West Gulfside V504 Condo

Okaloosa Island, 0.2 mi from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

£380

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A large, circular swimming pool with multiple lanes, surrounded by palm trees and sun loungers.

A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, parking, and a view of the ocean.

A beach resort with a long row of umbrellas, a pier, and a building labeled "Island".

17. Destin West Gulfside V509 Condo

Okaloosa Island, 0.2 mi from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

£381

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a white refrigerator, and a window with blinds.

A parking lot with multiple cars, a U-Haul truck, and a building with balconies.

A living room with two grey sofas, a glass coffee table, a bookshelf, and a painting on the wall.

A balcony with a round table and four chairs, a view of a parking lot, and a palm tree.

18. Emerald Isle 205 1 Bedroom Condo

Okaloosa Island, 1.8 mi from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

£413

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern lounge area with a curved black sofa, wooden ottomans, and a coffee table.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a modern ceiling design.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a large window.

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a parking lot.

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Walton Beach Eglin Area by IHG

Kenwood, 5.2 mi from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

John

£99

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A modern living room with a blue accent wall, a yellow armchair, and a dining area with wooden furniture.

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, two grey armchairs, a large window with a view of trees, and a door labeled "Stakley".

A spacious lobby with a modern sofa set, a coffee table, and a seating area with chairs.

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton Fort Walton Beach Eglin AirForce Base

Kenwood, 5.3 mi from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

Santiago

£108

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach	9.4 Exceptional 253 reviews	View
Wavecrest Lodge	9.2 Wonderful 1,073 reviews	View
Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West	9.0 Wonderful 595 reviews	View
Sundrift Inn	9.0 Wonderful 794 reviews	View
Beal House Fort Walton Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island Hotel Reviews

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay, staff and services was excellent,"

Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"We didn’t leave the hotel area much, went between the restaurant, beach and pool for days. It was a really nice get away for my daughter and I."

Sundrift Inn

8/10 Good

"The hotel room floor felt like sunscreen and sand embedded into the carpet and the bathroom floor was greasy. I kept my shoes on getting around the room. Everything else was perfectly fine. The pool was very clean."

Wavecrest Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Beach view is amazing, not to many places to each within walking distance. Overall experience was amazing."

Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach

8/10 Good

"Rooms and property were well maintained. Staff was knowledgeable. Didn't watch much TV, but when it was watched problems with navigation. When asked for a tech they came quickly"

Beal House Fort Walton Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice hotel, perfect location on beach. Liked that is was a smaller hotel and staff was very friendly. Restaurant was very good food."

On the Beach with Lazy River

10/10 Excellent

"It was my first time in Destin so I didn’t know what to expect but this place was amazing! Close to the restaurants, watch the waves and pools perfect. The condo had Everything you needed even wagon n beach chairs n beach towels (things I forgot to pack). I highly suggest this place for a family trip even with a toddler."

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10/10 Excellent

"Great location, has beach toys, chairs, Umbrella, and cooler. Cute cozy condo with excellent view of the beach!"

Sea Oats by Southern Vacation Rentals

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great time with family"

Other attractions near Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

A beach with white sand and a pier extending into the water.

Okaloosa Island Pier

9.0/10 (1,284 reviews)

Okaloosa Island Pier is just one of the places to see in Fort Walton Beach, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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A wooden bridge leading to Isla Muerte, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

Wild Willy's Adventure Zone

8.6/10 (387 reviews)

You can take time to visit Wild Willy's Adventure Zone during your travels to Fort Walton Beach. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

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A modern building with a brick-paved entrance, steps leading up to the entrance, and three flags on flagpoles.

Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center

8.4/10 (441 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center during your trip to Fort Walton Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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A wooden boardwalk leading to a park with a green roof and a sign reading "Beasley Park".

John Beasley Park

8.8/10 (289 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, John Beasley Park might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Fort Walton Beach. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside or experience its entertainment choices.

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A harbor with a docked sailboat, a building with multiple flags, and a cityscape in the background.

Fort Walton Beach Landing Park

After visiting Fort Walton Beach Landing Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fort Walton Beach.

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A white monument with a decorative top and a sign reading "City of Fort Walton Beach Heritage Park and Cultural Center".

Indian Temple Mound Museum

8.4/10 (28 reviews)

Discover the fascinating history and culture of Florida’s Pensacola people at this national historic landmark and accompanying museums in Fort Walton Beach.

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A wooden interior with a wooden desk, books, a chalkboard, an American flag, a globe, and a chalkboard with a map.

Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum during your travels in Fort Walton Beach. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Ross Marler Park

Ross Marler Park is just one of the places to see in Fort Walton Beach, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island?

Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island is located in a family-friendly area of Fort Walton Beach known for its array of dining options and dolphin watching opportunities. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 605 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island?

Adjacent to Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island, The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers 2 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants. Other good options within a short distance include Four Points by Sheraton Destin-Fort Walton Beach and Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island?

Expedia has 605 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island.

What can I see and do near Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island?

Study the collections at Emerald Coast Science Center, Indian Temple Mound Museum or Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at John Beasley Park and Liza Jackson Park. Lounge by the water at Okaloosa Island Beach and Princess Beach.

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Our top choices for Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island hotels

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach

2. Wavecrest Lodge

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

4. Sundrift Inn

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

6. Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG

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

8. Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach

9. Four Points by Sheraton Destin-Fort Walton Beach

10. Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach

11. The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

12. Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

13. Seabreeze Inn

14. Gipson Inn Motel

15. Seaside Escape FL

16. Destin West Gulfside V504 Condo

17. Destin West Gulfside V509 Condo

18. Emerald Isle 205 1 Bedroom Condo

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Walton Beach Eglin Area by IHG

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton Fort Walton Beach Eglin AirForce Base

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Top Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island Hotel Reviews

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG

Sundrift Inn

Wavecrest Lodge

Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach

Beal House Fort Walton Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

On the Beach with Lazy River

Read my reviews. Know what you are getting.

Sea Oats by Southern Vacation Rentals

Other attractions near Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

Okaloosa Island Pier

Wild Willy's Adventure Zone

Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center

John Beasley Park

Fort Walton Beach Landing Park

Indian Temple Mound Museum

Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum

Ross Marler Park

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