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 …

Discover sparkling Gulf Coast views and a back porch attitude at The Island Resort. Our relaxing rooms and suites bring cool coastal charm and offer a place to drop your bags and drift effortlessly into a true vacation state of mind. Can’t wait to hit the pool? You don’t have to.

Developed by Fred E. Tolbert, Jr., a longtime resident of Fort Walton Beach and Destin, Florida, the Ramada surprised and delighted generations of travelers with its creatively themed dining outlets, robust offerings of amenities, and the famous Grotto Pool complete with a swim-up bar.

Explore our beachfront hotel before you even arrive. Browse our photos of The Island Resort and get inspired to plan your next vacation on the Emerald Coast.

Discover our on-property restaurants and bars that are far from cookie-cutter resort fare. Savor seafood and family favorites at Coastal Kitchen. Sip a margarita at The Beach Bar. Stay in your swimsuit and head to the poolside Island Grille for juicy burgers or a made-to-order pizza.

Days full of fun await here in Fort Walton Beach and nearby Destin. Relax on the beach and build an epic sandcastle, rock out to live music, or head off the resort and explore the best local attractions, shopping, parks, festivals, and more.

Make the most of your vacation time and budget at The Island. Save on your stay with hotel packages and special offers for military, families, locals and more.

Soak in stunning views of the Gulf of Mexico and our Grotto pool from a 2,000 sq ft covered deck, and lounge under the Emerald Coast sun. Enjoy two full bathrooms, kitchen with full-size fridge, washer and dryer, dining area and additional sleeper …

A Destin wedding should be iconic, just like your love story. Go Gulf Coast casual-chic with an effortless barefoot ceremony on sparkling white sands, or up the glamor and glitz on our Gulf Front Island Green. Our multi-venue resort provides …

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