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1. 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, (254 reviews)
"Friendly staff, complimentary breakfast, nice and clean rooms, good gym"
United States
Franchesca
The price is AED 602
AED 681 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sep - 27 Sep
Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach
Lobby

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, (1,002 reviews)
"Loved the room… pool was nice.."
United States
Amanda
The price is AED 309
AED 349 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach
Free daily buffet breakfast

3. 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, (623 reviews)
"Loved it for a quick stay"
United States
Charity
The price is AED 276
AED 311 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West
Beach nearby

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, (1,011 reviews)
"Good breakfast and location it was everything I needed"
United States
Jason
The price is AED 466
AED 526 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Wavecrest Lodge
Beach nearby, white sand, sun loungers

5. Sundrift Inn

Sundrift Inn
3.0 star property
Okaloosa Island, 0.9 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (844 reviews)
"Great place, easy access to the beach."
United States
Andres
The price is AED 339
AED 383 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Sundrift Inn
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

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, (1,016 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Erik
The price is AED 632
AED 735 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach
Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

7. Seabreeze Inn

Seabreeze Inn
2.0 star property
Seabreeze, 1.2 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Donald
The price is AED 183
AED 232 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Seabreeze Inn
On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas

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, (2,612 reviews)
"Our stay was wonderful. Beach view was great (worth the extra $), the staff were very nice, and we had everything we needed."
United States
Meghan
The price is AED 479
AED 541 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
On the beach, white sand

9. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Convenient to beach and easy check in"
United States
Kimberly
The price is AED 449
AED 507 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach
Property amenity

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, (571 reviews)
"Nice clean place. Breakfast was awesome"
United States
Teresa
The price is AED 537
AED 711 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Four Points by Sheraton Destin-Fort Walton Beach
Exterior

11. 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, (505 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Luis
The price is AED 356
AED 403 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view

12. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Location was great, staff very friendly and helpful, room was perfect."
United States
Michael
The price is AED 566
AED 658 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG
2 outdoor pools

13. 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, (3,694 reviews)
"Absolutely loved the property, excellent amenities and several food options. Extremely close to Destin Beach as well!!"
United States
Kelli
The price is AED 412
AED 598 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Exterior

14. 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)
"The staff was so friendly and helpful. The hotel is well-maintained and so relaxing!"
United States
James
The price is AED 512
AED 579 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Beal House Fort Walton Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Free daily buffet breakfast

15. 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 AED 283
AED 320 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL
Reception

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach-Eglin AFB
3.0 star property
5.6 km from Downtown Fort Walton Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (576 reviews)
"This property is very close to the base for any family members that come into town for a visit."
United States
NICOLE
The price is AED 403
AED 455 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach-Eglin AFB
Property amenity

17. 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 AED 309
AED 349 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Fort Walton Beach Hurlburt Area
Lobby

18. 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, (570 reviews)
"Breakfast was delicious and family friendly environment."
United States
Julia
The price is AED 338
AED 382 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Mary Esther-Fort Walton Beach
Interior entrance

19. 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 AED 220
AED 249 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sep - 26 Sep
Days Inn by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach
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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 lifeguard tower on a sandy beach with a clear blue sky.

Okaloosa Island

A noteworthy feature of Okaloosa Island is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches.

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 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 Emerald Coast Science Center.

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

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

8/10 Good
"Great place to stay with lots of amenities the building could use an upgrade but overall would go back"
Amber 3-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

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.