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EFFORTLESS, EASY LIVING IN FORT WALTON BEACH

Weโ€™re your friend with the beach house on the Emerald Coast. The one you return to year after year to feel closer together, yet far away from your everyday.

Our family-friendly resort has everything you need in one place: beachy bliss, fun for everyone, delicious dining, ice-cold drinks, and all kinds of entertainment. Hunting for the cool, crafty restaurant in town? No need. Itโ€™s here. So are gracious, simple answers for the one thing on your to-do list: anything you want. Just get here. You will never need to (or want to) leave. So drop your keys, grab your swimsuit, and spend sunny days soaking in endless good times. Book your trip today.

The Island Hotel

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Endless Experiences

Park your car and never leave. Endless fun is all right here. The best shopping, entertainment, and attractions in Fort Walton Beach are all just a short stroll from your room. Enjoy our weekly activities, Misty the Mermaid visits, and live music here at the resort, or make a splash with a marine show at the Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park just down the street.

Happening at The Island Resort

  • Drinks at Sea Oats
    Oct14

    Happy Hour 4-6pm Everyday! ๐ŸŒด๐Ÿน

    Happy hour, Island style. ๐ŸŒด๐Ÿน Join us at the Sea Oats Bar & Lounge every day from 4โ€“6 PM for food and drink specials in a laid-back coastal setting.

    Lounge | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Tripp Tide
    Oct14

    DJ Night & Line Dancing at the Beach Bar ๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿค 

    Spend your evening at the Beach Bar with live DJ music, Gulf breezes, and line dancing by the water. Join us from 6โ€“7 PM for line dancing lessons, then stick around to enjoy the music, grab a drink, and soak up the coastal atmosphere. No dance experience necessaryโ€”just bring your best moves!

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Oct15

    Live music with Alexa Burroughs

    Join us at the Beach Bar from 5โ€“7 PM for live music from Alexa Burroughs! ๐ŸŒด๐ŸŽถ Grab a drink, settle in, and enjoy an evening of live music by the Gulf.

    Beach Bar | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Oct17

    Live music with Bryan Bludworth

    Join us at the Beach Bar from 5โ€“7 PM for live music from Fort Walton Beach local Bryan Bludworth! ๐ŸŒด๐ŸŽธ Enjoy a mix of familiar hits, โ€™90s country, and original music while you sip a drink and take in the Gulf breeze.

    Beach Bar | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Oct17

    Fire Pit & Sโ€™mores ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿซ

    Gather around the fire pit for a cozy evening of sโ€™mores and good conversation at The Island. Join us on the Neverland Island Patio for a little fireside fun and a sweet treat to enjoy together.

    Neverland Patio | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Close-up of a football player's hand with taped fingers gripping a football on a green grass field.
    Oct18

    NFL Sunday Ticket at The Island ๐Ÿˆ

    Catch all the NFL action at Cabana Bar with NFL Sunday Ticket, game-day specials, cold drinks, and plenty of beachside vibes. Bring your crew and make Sunday an Island tradition!

    Cabana Cantina Bar | 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Oct30

    Boo on the Beach ๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿ‘ป

    ๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿ‘ป BOO ON THE BEACH IS BACK! Join us October 30 from 6โ€“8 PM for a family-friendly Halloween night by the Gulf, featuring trick-or-treating, pumpkin decorating, a costume contest, live entertainment, and more!

    Beach Patio | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Nov26

    ๐Ÿฆƒ Thanksgiving Dinner at The Island

    Gather around the table this Thanksgiving for a family-style feast featuring seasonal favorites, traditional sides, and homemade desserts. ๐ŸคŽ๐Ÿ‚
    12 PM โ€ข 2 PM โ€ข 4 PM | $45 adults โ€ข $25 children

    Sea Oats Kitchen & Bar | 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Raise a Glass to Good Times

Discover our on-property restaurants and bars, each offering unique flavors and unforgettable experiences. Savor fresh seafood and family favorites at Sea Oats, or sip a margarita with beach views at the Beach Bar. Stay in your swimsuit and head poolside to Cabana Cantina & Tequileria for bold Mexican flavors and refreshing cocktails.

A groom dipping his bride for a kiss on a white sandy beach with emerald green ocean waves in the background during sunset.

Weddings & Receptions

Make your big day iconic, just like your love story. Say โ€œI Doโ€ with theย Emerald Coast as your backdrop.

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Meetings & Events

Get down to business or get social. Our beachside spaces and fully equipped event venues flex to fit your needs.

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