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Our top choices for Downtown Fort Walton Beach hotels

A swimming pool with a covered seating area, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a beige facade.

1. 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)
"Clean and quiet, enjoyed our stay."
United States
Mark
The price is ￥11,691
￥13,210 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach
A modern restaurant with a mix of seating options including tables and booths, a bar area, and a counter.

2. 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, (644 reviews)
"Loved it for a quick stay"
United States
Charity
The price is ￥10,745
￥12,142 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West
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, (257 reviews)
"The property was very nice and clean. We stayed 4 nights and every morning the free breakfast was different, fresh and good. The ladies that prepared it were extremely friendly. Stephen the maintenance man was always friendly and always stopped to say hello and get to know you. They were not fake, they did care."
United States
cindy
The price is ￥18,023
￥20,365 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
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, (1,002 reviews)
"great stay, close to the beach, good service"
United States
Elena
The price is ￥14,975
￥16,922 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great spot right on the beach with wonderful rooms"
United States
Heather
The price is ￥13,478
￥15,229 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Beal House Fort Walton Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A pool with a rocky waterfall feature, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

6. The Island Resort & Convention Center at Fort Walton Beach

The Island Resort & Convention Center 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, (3,743 reviews)
"Always a amazing stay"
United States
Jazmine
The price is ￥13,800
￥21,187 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Island Resort & Convention Center at Fort Walton Beach
A beach with clear skies, a sandy shore, and a few beach umbrellas.

7. Sundrift Inn

Sundrift Inn
3.0 star property
Okaloosa Island, 0.9 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (885 reviews)
"Perfect location. Beautiful Beach 24/7 access from hotel for guests"
United States
Rosalba
The price is ￥16,576
￥18,732 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Sundrift Inn
A beach with rows of green umbrellas and wooden lounge chairs.

8. 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, (2,643 reviews)
"Easy access to the beach and the pools were great. The food at the little restaurant/bar was very good and the coffee at the breakfast place was great!"
United States
Kelly
The price is ￥14,103
￥15,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a beach and ocean.

9. 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, (1,033 reviews)
"Lovely stay, I highly recommend."
United States
Aristotle
The price is ￥21,898
￥25,456 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a table, and a view of the beach and ocean through a sliding glass door.

10. 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, (585 reviews)
"This hotel have a resort-style feel."
United States
Jasmine
The price is ￥35,396
￥44,462 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Four Points by Sheraton Destin-Fort Walton Beach
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with clear blue water and white sand.

11. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great vacation spot"
United States
Jason
The price is ￥21,356
￥24,132 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach
A breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items and a refrigerated display with beverages.

12. 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, (562 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Laurie
The price is ￥11,954
￥13,507 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL
A resort pool area with palm trees, a beach view, and a clear blue sky.

13. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and staff was very helpful"
United States
Rickey
The price is ￥18,804
￥21,860 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a beige facade, balconies, and palm trees.

14. 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, (947 reviews)
"A good clean stay for family"
United States
Emily
The price is ￥10,758
￥12,948 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Comfort Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a modern wall design.

15. 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)
"Great location on the sound, with boat docks, restaurants, nearby. Nice pool , especially the poolside units for view"
Canada
mary
The price is ￥10,487
￥12,922 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Seabreeze Inn
A wooden pier extending into a body of water with a clear sky above.

16. Quality Inn Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

Quality Inn Fort Walton Beach - Destin West
2.5 star property
Seabreeze, 2.6 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
6.2 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel was ok for the price and the breakfast was good."
United States
Yamileth
The price is ￥9,939
￥11,230 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Quality Inn 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great staff, clean rooms, breakfast. Cant beat the price."
United States
Edgar
The price is ￥9,481
￥10,714 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Days Inn by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, and a coffee maker.

18. Candlewood Suites Ft Walton Bch - Hurlburt Area by IHG

Candlewood Suites Ft Walton Bch - Hurlburt Area by IHG
2.5 star property
Seabreeze, 3.2 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (300 reviews)
"The property is nice and everything was fairly clean. The only thing I didn’t like is that we were buying an exit door and there was lots of slamming of doors besides that the stay was fine."
United States
Amie
The price is ￥14,538
￥18,007 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Candlewood Suites Ft Walton Bch - Hurlburt Area by IHG
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

19. Fairway Inn

Fairway Inn
2.0 star property
Seabreeze, 1.8 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
6.2 out of 10, (1,004 reviews)
"The owner is doing renovations going on. Trying to keep it up to date. The floor in the room could be cleaner ex (swept or vacuumed)"
Canada
Todd
The price is ￥8,651
￥11,204 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Fairway Inn
A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a large window providing natural light.

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

Hampton Inn & Suites Mary Esther-Fort Walton Beach
2.5 star property
4.9 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (574 reviews)
"I could not be more happy or excited to stay here. Rooms were modern, clean and"
United States
Michael
The price is ￥13,432
￥15,177 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Hampton Inn & Suites Mary Esther-Fort Walton Beach
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Hotels recommended for families in Downtown Fort Walton Beach

A swimming pool with a covered seating area, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a beige facade.

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)
The price is ￥11,691
￥13,210 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach

Where to stay in Downtown Fort Walton Beach

Find the best Downtown Fort Walton Beach areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal cityscape with a long pier extending into turquoise waters, surrounded by buildings and a clear sky.

Okaloosa Island

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

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

Beal Parkway

While Beal Parkway might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Okaloosa Island Beach and Wild Willy's Adventure Zone.

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

Seabreeze

If you're spending some time in Seabreeze, Emerald Coast Science Center and Santa Rosa Sound are top sights worth seeing.

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 pier extending into the ocean at sunset.

Wright

While there might not be top attractions in Wright, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Okaloosa Island Beach and Wild Willy's Adventure Zone.

Top Downtown Fort Walton Beach Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin at Grand Boulevard

Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin at Grand Boulevard

10/10 Excellent
"Great place! Next to a great shopping center and hotel was clean and well taken care of! Very nice!"
Hannah 4-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin at Grand Boulevard

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Fort Walton Beach?
Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Fort Walton Beach's Downtown Fort Walton Beach neighborhood. Are you looking for Downtown Fort Walton Beach travel tips? Be sure to check out Santa Rosa Sound and Indian Temple Mound Museum while you're in the neighborhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Fort Walton Beach?
Based on our traveler 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 neighborhood is La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach.
How many hotels will I find in the Downtown Fort Walton Beach area?
Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodations 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, most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in Downtown Fort Walton Beach.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Fort Walton Beach?
For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Downtown Fort Walton Beach, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do in this Fort Walton Beach neighborhood?
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 neighborhood. 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, be sure to visit other sights like Wild Willy's Adventure Zone or Towncrest Shopping Center.