380 Santa Rosa Boulevard ,
Fort Walton Beach,
FL,
32548-6136,
United States Of America
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Hotel overview
Meeting space is currently unavailable. On the Island, the hotel is located directly on the Gulf of Mexico with sugar-white sand and miles of unspoiled beaches. Great shopping, wonderful restaurants, Dolphin and Dinner Cruises, fishing, golf, inland, and
beachfront rooms. Boutique-style with art deco design makes this Florida beach hotel a must-stay in Fort Walton Beach. All rooms feature Serta® Presidential Suite pillow-top beds for the ultimate in guest comfort. The Best Western Ft. Walton Beachfront hotel
boasts luxurious amenities, on-site entertainment, and close proximity to exciting activities. This boutique-style hotel adds a touch of class to the traditional Best Western family-friendly atmosphere. Hotel amenities include an on-site outdoor pool with
an adjacent cabana bar and meeting facilities-perfect for reunions or unique business meetings! Every guest room is decorated in a stylish art deco design and boasts extras such as free high-speed Internet access, a microwave, and a refrigerator. Accommodations
with a luxurious in-room spa are also available. Make the most of your visit to the beach by upgrading your room to a Gulf view with a private balcony! Guests can enjoy live music every night at the on-site Swizzle Stick Lounge and Martini Bar-voted a local's
favorite by a Fort Walton Beach magazine. Whether here to unwind, enjoy water sports, or see the sights, a good time is only steps away! The Best Western Ft. Walton Beachfront hotel is centrally located near seasonal festivals, charter fishing, snorkeling,
museums and upscale shopping and dining. This hotel is also in close proximity to area military bases. Enjoy true southern hospitality at the best rate possible! Make an online hotel reservation today and save with a low rate. Must be 21 or older to check
in with a valid credit card for full payment at check-in. Cash is accepted at the time of check out.
7.00 mile(s) from AJ's, Bar/Lounge, Seafood, Open for: lunch, dinner, great seafood and oyster bar. Live music and night club up stairs.
AJ's Seafood Shanty
Across the street from AJ's Seafood Shanty, Bar/Lounge, Seafood, Open for: lunch, dinner, Seafood and local eats.
Anglers Beachside Grill
Adjacent to Anglers Beachside Grill, Bar/Lounge, Seafood, Open for: lunch, dinner, seafood and burgers right on the fishing pier. Great atmosphere directly on the Gulf. Sunday brunch available
Bay Cafe
2 mile(s) from Bay Cafe, Full Service, French, Open for: dinner, French Cuisine with bay view seating ,seafood options
Boshamps
7 mile(s) from Boshamps, Bar/Lounge, Seafood, Open for: lunch, dinner, Steak and Seafood.
Chili's
5.00 mile(s) from Chili's, Bar/Lounge, American, Open for: lunch, dinner, southwest grille
Clemenzas
2 mile(s) from Clemenzas, Bar/Lounge, Italian, Open for: lunch, dinner, Italian menu
Dewy Destin
6 mile(s) from Dewy Destin, Brasserie, Seafood, Open for: lunch, dinner, Fresh fried seafood, waterfront seating.
Donut Hole
7 mile(s) from Donut Hole, Full Service, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, Full menu great desserts known for Key Lime Pie
Fudpucker's
0.50 mile(s) from Fudpucker's, Bar/Lounge, American, Open for: lunch, dinner, burgers, seafood and steak, open 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Fusion Bistro
2 mile(s) from Fusion Bistro, Fast Food, International, Open for: lunch, dinner, Asian, Latin and American Bento cuisines.
Hightide
0.40 mile(s) from Hightide, Bar/Lounge, Seafood, Open for: lunch, dinner, best oysters in town. Nice spot for Po-Boys and burgers.
Hog's Breath Saloon
7 mile(s) from Hog's Breath Saloon, Bar/Lounge, American, Open for: lunch, dinner, great place, good barbecue.
Longhorn
5.00 mile(s) from Longhorn, Bar/Lounge, Steak House, Open for: lunch, dinner, great steaks
Lousiana Laginappe
7 mile(s) from Lousiana Laginappe, Bar/Lounge, Steak House, Open for: dinner, excellent fine dining on Destin Harbor. Open 5pm daily with Sunday Brunch
McGuire's Irish Pub
6.00 mile(s) from McGuire's Irish Pub, Bar/Lounge, American, Open for: lunch, dinner,
Old Bay Steamer
Across the street from Old Bay Steamer, Bar/Lounge, Seafood, Open for: dinner, Steamed and Grilled Seafood closed on Sundays
Original Crab Shack
2 mile(s) from Original Crab Shack, Bar/Lounge, Seafood, Open for: lunch, dinner, great little seafood place with waterfront dining.
Pandora's
0.30 mile(s) from Pandora's, Bar/Lounge, Steak House, Open for: dinner, excellent steaks, seafood and prime rib. Prime Rib Specials Wednesday and Sunday ladies night Thursday
Rockin Tacos
Adjacent to Rockin Tacos, Bar/Lounge, Mexican, Open for: lunch, dinner, within walking distance from the hotel. 1450 Miracle strip
TGI Friday's
5.00 mile(s) from TGI Friday's, Bar/Lounge, American, Open for: lunch, dinner, American foods, fun atmosphere
Waffle House
0.50 mile(s) from Waffle House, Coffee Shop, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, 24-hour breakfast anytime.
Complimentary seasonal beach chairs and umbrellas seasonal
Cardiovascular exercise †
EXCKOT
Fishing †
FISHING
Outdoor pool †
Outdoor pool Heated Heated pool is seasonal.
Pool †
Cocktail lounge Swizzle Stick Martini Lounge with live music nightly and seasonal Pool-side cabana bar
Spa †
INRM SPA/OVS TUB
Sunbathing †
Sunbathing Beautiful White Sands of the Emerald Coast Gulf of Mexico at our back door
Table tennis †
Table tennis/ping pong Table tennis/ ping pong available on site.
Volleyball †
Volleyball Beach volleyball
Windsurfing †
Surfing Gulf of Mexico at back door.
Mobile,
Atlanta,
Panama City Beach,
Tallahassee,
New Orleans,
Biloxi,
Destin,
Pensacola,
Orlando,
Silver Sands Outlets,
Destin Commons,
Santa Rosa Mall,
Uptown station,
Paradise Key shoppes,
Shoppes at Paradise Point,
Gulf of Mexico,
0 mile(s) from Gulf of Mexico, Beautiful white sandy beaches right outside our back door.
Boardwalk Fishing Pier,
1 mile(s) from Boardwalk Fishing Pier, open 24 hours to the public, tackle shop on the pier for a minimal fee.
Conference Center,
1 mile(s) from Conference Center, Emerald Coast Confernce Center
Gulfarium,
1 mile(s) from Gulfarium, Florida's oldest Sealife animal exibit. Dolphin and Sea Lion shows daily.
Indian Temple Mound,
1 mile(s) from Indian Temple Mound, Museum houses more than 4,000 Native American artifacts located in downtown Ft. Walton
Pure Spa,
1 mile(s) from Pure Spa, Day spa and salon
Science Center,
1 mile(s) from Science Center, Emerald Coast Science Center, a unique museum with over 200 touchable, workable exibits
Wild Willy's Adventure,
1 mile(s) from Wild Willy's Adventure, Large family entertainment center. Arcade, pizzeria, frozen yogurt,Lazer maze, movie theater, and miniature golf.
Ft. Walton Landing,
1.5 mile(s) from Ft. Walton Landing, Waterfront, boardwalk,fishing pier, playground, science center and gazebo. Local events location.
Solaris Dinner Cruise,
15 mile(s) from Solaris Dinner Cruise, Exquisite fine dining aboard Solaris
Florida Caverns,
21 mile(s) from Florida Caverns, Florida's only limestone caverns
Gulf Breeze Zoo,
25 mile(s) from Gulf Breeze Zoo, Zoo open for year-round fun
Naval Aviation Museum,
50 mile(s) from Naval Aviation Museum, World's Largest Naval Aviation Museum, aboard NAS Pensacola, Definitely a Must-See!
Kids Stay Free PolicyMaximum number of children per paid adult: 0Maximum child age: 12
Pet PolicyPets Not Allowed
Ratings & reviews
TripAdvisor traveler rating
2029 reviews
Beautiful hotel
The hotel itself was good. The restaurant was out of almost everything the duration of our stay which was frustrating. Sean checked us in and he was fantastic. The hotel is right on the beach which is what we wanted. Lovely heated pool as well.
Jan 04, 2025
Excellent, Smaller Beachfront Hotel
Located in the heart of Okaloosa Island, with the same beaches as nearby Destin but a much quieter, more pedestrian-friendly environment.
This Hilton-branded hotel was formerly a pastel Best Western with a popular small bar, the Swizzle Stick. That bar is now The Remedy, a combo restaurant bar. Breakfast (extra cost) was excellent except for the hash browns.
The hotel has been nicely redone with a light and nostalgic beachfront feel, with lots of old photos (none of which are the local area, as I grew up on Okaloosa Island).
The room was spotless as were the common areas. The keyless checkin is a great irritation-saver which allows you go to straight to your preselected room (with the Hilton app).
Some of the rooms are directly gulf-front and some have eastern or western views but no gulf views to speak of. If a view is important to you, choose the gulf-front rooms.
The staff in the restaurant were very friendly; the front desk staff were not as outgoing: no smiles or unsolicited greetings, but they were friendlier on the app.
I consider this a better choice than some of the newer “box” hotels on the island which do not have balconies or exterior entrances; they might as well be at an interstate exchange.
I spent a 2-night getaway here, I live about an hour away and it was nice to spend a couple winter days at the beach. I plan to make staying here a regular thing.
The only negative is that I didn’t receive the food and beverage credit I had preselected when I made my reservation.
A recommended, small-scale hotel on quiet(er) Okaloosa Island, with several restaurants and bars within easy walking distance.
Jan 02, 2025
Excellent
Excellent location and amenities. Food and drinks were delicious. Clean place. Great friendly staff. Couldn’t ask for a better stay. Loved the beach and pool access. Convenient location close to stores. Plenty of parking. Felt safe when walking around alone. Comfortable beds. Would stay here again!
Dec 30, 2024
Great family holiday getaway
The Beal House was the perfect location for a family holiday getaway. It was close enough to the action of the city but private enough to feel Iike you were getting away. The staff and the property were great, and the private beach access was amazing. I would recommend this to anyone wanting to head to the beach.
Dec 29, 2024
Family Getaway
Beautiful property, clean and well maintained, staff is nice and hotel is in the perfect location with some of the best sunrises and sunsets you’ll ever see! If you’re looking for a family get away, or just a weekend away with your significant other this hotel is the perfect place to stay!