The Best Hotels Closest to Fort Walton Beaches in Fort Walton Beach for 2026

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A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a built-in microwave, and a backsplash.

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and a world map on the wall.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a wine rack.

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

1. Game Room, Private Pool! Family Gem in Mary Esther

2.8 km from Fort Walton Beaches

NT$7,875

NT$19,873 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a large window providing natural light.

A store with shelves stocked with snacks and treats, a 'Treats' sign, and a 'Welcome to Mary Esther' sign.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a small table.

A hotel room with a wooden door, a bulletin board with an evacuation plan, a sink, and a framed picture on the wall.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Mary Esther-Fort Walton Beach

7.4 km from Fort Walton Beaches

Julia

NT$3,009

NT$3,400 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A modern restaurant with wooden flooring, green cushioned seating, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks labeled "Marriott Bonvoy Elite" and "Marriott Bonvoy."

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area.

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

Oakland, 8.4 km from Fort Walton Beaches

Sandra

NT$2,672

NT$3,020 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a swimming pool, and a waterfront view.

A balcony with a view of a calm body of water and a distant pier. There is a chair and a table on the balcony.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a railing, surrounded by a fence and palm trees.

4. Residence Inn By Marriott Navarre Waterfront

12.5 km from Fort Walton Beaches

Christine

NT$3,842

NT$4,303 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

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

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

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

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

Kenwood, 13 km from Fort Walton Beaches

Denise

NT$3,906

NT$4,414 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A beach with footprints and a clear sky.

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

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and a large screen displaying information.

6. Wavecrest Lodge

Okaloosa Island, 11.1 km from Fort Walton Beaches

Jason

NT$4,026

NT$4,549 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

A hotel room with a view of the ocean, a grey sofa with blue cushions, a small table, a lamp, and a heater.

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

7. Sundrift Inn

Okaloosa Island, 11.8 km from Fort Walton Beaches

Andres

NT$2,934

NT$3,315 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area featuring a refrigerated display and a variety of beverages.

A gym with exercise equipment, a TV, and a mirror.

A modern lounge area with seating, a reception desk, and large windows offering a view.

A modern hotel reception area with a curved wooden counter, a digital display, and a view of the lobby.

8. Tru By Hilton Niceville, FL

30.4 km from Fort Walton Beaches

Geraldine

NT$2,474

NT$2,795 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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

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.

A gym with rows of dumbbells and exercise equipment.

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

Kenwood, 13 km from Fort Walton Beaches

Brooke

NT$4,661

NT$5,267 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A reception area with a reception desk, two green armchairs, a beige sofa, and a potted plant.

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with a covered area, multiple floors, and a flat roof.

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

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach-Eglin AFB

15.8 km from Fort Walton Beaches

NICOLE

NT$3,482

NT$3,935 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

A modern lounge area with a wooden floor, grey upholstered seating, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A gym with cardio machines, benches, and dumbbells.

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

Downtown Fort Walton Beach, 11.2 km from Fort Walton Beaches

Charity

NT$2,383

NT$2,693 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and a weight machine.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted heater.

A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

12. WoodSpring Suites Fort Walton Beach - Eglin AFB

Wright, 7.5 km from Fort Walton Beaches

Emilee

NT$2,509

NT$2,835 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A restaurant with red upholstered booths, a central bar area, and a kitchen in the background.

A Comfort Suites hotel with a well-lit entrance, a covered outdoor area, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a bed, a brown sofa, a small table, and a lamp. There are three framed pictures on the wall.

A reception area with a curved wooden counter, two receptionists' stations, a table with four chairs, and a wall-mounted clock.

13. Comfort Suites Niceville Near Elgin Air Force Base

27.1 km from Fort Walton Beaches

Dawn

NT$2,726

NT$3,081 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinets, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a large island with bar stools.

A modern hotel room with a living area featuring a sofa, coffee table, and a kitchen area with a counter and seating.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a large windowed wall.

14. Drury Inn & Suites Destin Miramar Beach

35.8 km from Fort Walton Beaches

Kristian

NT$2,858

NT$3,201 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern hotel with a blue and beige facade, a covered entrance, and palm trees in front.

A coffee station with a coffee machine, cups, and a coffee grinder.

Two electric vehicle charging stations with cables connected to them, set against a building with a blue and white facade.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a blue sofa, a patterned rug, a small table, and a window with blinds.

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Niceville - Eglin Area by IHG

26.2 km from Fort Walton Beaches

Lehuanani

NT$2,890

NT$3,265 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a pendant light.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A grey sofa with three cushions in different colors, a white cushion, and a book on the left side.

16. Hyatt House Destin

30.1 km from Fort Walton Beaches

Theresa

NT$3,207

NT$3,624 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, ceiling fans, and large windows with sheer curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a chair, and artwork on the wall.

A lobby with a fireplace, two patterned armchairs, a wooden reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Navarre

16.2 km from Fort Walton Beaches

Charles

NT$3,158

NT$3,537 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items and a refrigerated display with beverages.

A modern hotel reception area with a curved counter, a digital information board, and a visible window to the outside.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, teal chairs, and hanging orange and white pendant lights.

A food display area with various snacks and beverages, a sign for a 24/7 market, and a breakfast counter in the background.

18. TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

Seabreeze, 10.2 km from Fort Walton Beaches

Laurie

NT$2,448

NT$2,766 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, colorful sofas, and yellow chairs.

A hotel room with a desk, TV, two beds, a sofa, and a patterned rug.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a flag.

A modern hotel pool area with a rectangular pool, yellow chairs, and blue lounge chairs.

19. Home2 Suites By Hilton Niceville Eglin Air Force Base

25.9 km from Fort Walton Beaches

Nasser

NT$3,255

NT$3,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A restaurant with wooden beams, a fish decoration, a large aquarium, and a green chair.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, towel rack, and a shower area.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, green bar stools, and a wooden ceiling.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a clock on the wall.

20. Village Inn Destin

21.6 km from Fort Walton Beaches

Jose

NT$1,760

NT$2,204 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Top Fort Walton Beaches Hotel Reviews

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great time all was good"

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room & nice staff"

Sundrift Inn

8/10 Good

"clean room clean hotel would stay again"

Wavecrest Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing. Will be staying here again in the future!"

Regency Inn Near Boardwalk & Hurlburt Field

10/10 Excellent

"Would stay again. Staff was friendly, and clean rooms."

Pelican Isle by Southern Vacation Rentals

10/10 Excellent

"Balcony Beach view was wonderful. Was clean and sanitary."

Navarre Beach Camping Resort

8/10 Good

"This resort is super cute! We stayed in one of the cabins and were overall happy with our accommodations. Our toilet did run on & off through the night, and our A/C unit was very loud when it turned on - so sleeping was definitely a problem; but those were our only complaints. The private pier and sitting area by the water was beautiful and we enjoyed our nights out there."

Days Inn by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Buen lugar"

TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

8/10 Good

"Older hotel but has been remodeled. Rooms were clean, will stay again. Staff was nice. Basic Breakfast only ate toast."

Other attractions near Fort Walton Beaches

A variety of fish on ice, including red snapper and other species, with a weighing scale and price tags visible.

Miracle Strip

You can do some window-shopping at Miracle Strip during your stay in Fort Walton Beach.

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A park with a concrete path, green grass, trees, and street lamps.

Liza Jackson Park

8.2/10 (61 reviews)

After visiting Liza Jackson Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fort Walton Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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A colorful science exhibit with a 'Commissions' section, educational posters, and a 'The Elements of Giving' display.

Emerald Coast Science Center

8.2/10 (91 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Emerald Coast Science Center during your travels in Fort Walton Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Hurlburt Field Visitor Center

9.4/10 (18 reviews)

Hurlburt Field Visitor Center is just one of the places to see in Hurlburt Field, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Oak Tree Nature Park

8.4/10 (6 reviews)

You can take time to visit Oak Tree Nature Park during your travels to Mary Esther. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Regal Santa Rosa

You can take time to visit Regal Santa Rosa during your travels to Mary Esther. Stroll along this family-friendly area's beaches, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Santa Rosa Mall

7.6/10 (44 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Santa Rosa Mall during your trip to Mary Esther. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center

Catch an event at Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center during your trip to Fort Walton Beach.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Fort Walton Beaches?

Fort Walton Beaches is located in Fort Walton Beach. Travelers love the area for its beautiful beaches. You'll find 16 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Fort Walton Beaches?

WoodSpring Suites Fort Walton Beach - Eglin AFB is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and in-room kitchens. It's located 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Fort Walton Beaches. Other good choices within 5 miles include Townhouse Fort Walton Beach Hurlburt Field and Hampton Inn & Suites Mary Esther-Fort Walton Beach.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Fort Walton Beaches?

Expedia has 16 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Fort Walton Beaches.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Fort Walton Beaches, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Fort Walton Beaches.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Fort Walton Beaches?

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Our top choices for Fort Walton Beaches hotels

1. Game Room, Private Pool! Family Gem in Mary Esther

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Mary Esther-Fort Walton Beach

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

4. Residence Inn By Marriott Navarre Waterfront

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

6. Wavecrest Lodge

7. Sundrift Inn

8. Tru By Hilton Niceville, FL

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

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach-Eglin AFB

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

12. WoodSpring Suites Fort Walton Beach - Eglin AFB

13. Comfort Suites Niceville Near Elgin Air Force Base

14. Drury Inn & Suites Destin Miramar Beach

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Niceville - Eglin Area by IHG

16. Hyatt House Destin

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Navarre

18. TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

19. Home2 Suites By Hilton Niceville Eglin Air Force Base

20. Village Inn Destin

Top Fort Walton Beaches Hotel Reviews

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

Sundrift Inn

Wavecrest Lodge

Regency Inn Near Boardwalk & Hurlburt Field

Pelican Isle by Southern Vacation Rentals

Navarre Beach Camping Resort

Days Inn by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach

TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

Other attractions near Fort Walton Beaches

Miracle Strip

Liza Jackson Park

Emerald Coast Science Center

Hurlburt Field Visitor Center

Oak Tree Nature Park

Regal Santa Rosa

Santa Rosa Mall

Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center

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