• Take the Plunge into Paradise! Our NEWLY RENOVATED CABANA POOL IS HEATED and ready for year-round relaxation!

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The Island amenities

On-Site Amenities

One place, endless good times—all at your beachfront island escape. Hang the keys up. Drift into the waves. Frolic with the kids. Slip into the shade. Everything you need for an effortless vacation is already right here at The Island Resort.

Beaches & Pools

Our beachfront location provides direct access to the sparkling Gulf of Mexico and 600 feet of sugar-white sand. Relax on a beach chair (onsite rental) or spread out a beach towel under a shady umbrella (for sale or rent onsite) to the sound of gentle waves. We’ve also got all kinds of pool fun in store, with a heated outdoor pool, outdoor hot tub, and our iconic Grotto Pool, featuring the only swim-up bar on the Emerald Coast.

Your Stay Includes

  • Fitness Center Access
  • Guest Laundry
  • ATM
  • Business Center
  • 24-Hour Front Desk & Security
  • Ice Machines
  • Gift Shop at The Island Market
  • ADA Accessible public spaces and 32-inch or greater doorway width
  • ADA Accessible Dining Areas and Bar
  • Accessible Vehicle Parking Available
  • *$29 daily Resort Fee includes movie and entertainment, live music, kids activities, enhanced Wi-Fi, Private beach access,  Daily activities for families, and pool/beach towels. A 2.5% fee for all card transactions will apply.
  • Daily parking fee is $15/day.
  • RV/Trailer and boat parking are not permitted on property.

Add-On Amenities

Add a special touch to your stay, or surprise your loved ones that stay with us. Choose from indulgent treats, elegant fruit and cheese platters, cold buckets of beer and more.

Raise a Glass
Dine & Drink

Raise a Glass to Good Times

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 Tripp Tide Beach Bar. Stay in your swimsuit and head to the poolside Island Grille for juicy burgers or a made-to-order pizza. Paddle over to the Emerald Coast’s only swim-up bar at The Grotto Bar for a frozen specialty cocktail. Grab a snack any time of day at The Island Market. Order the perfect beach eats with toes in the sand at Island Food Truck.

The Island Resort Events

  • Feb25

    *Singo! Music Bingo Tuesday

    What's Singo? It's like bingo, but with music! Play for in house prizes! Free to play (Date and Time Subject to change)

    Bar Lounge | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Feb26

    *Bingo and Trivia

    Grab a seat and join us for a night of Bingo and Trivia! Free to play with in house prizes!

    Lounge | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Tripp Tide
    Feb28

    *Live music with Daniel Boone 2-4pm

    Beach Bar | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Feb28

    *Singo Music Bingo5-7

    What's Singo? It's like bingo, but with music! Play for in house prizes! (Date and Time Subject to change)

    Bar Lounge | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Mar1

    *Live Music with Jacob Mohr 6-9pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Mar1

    Fire Pit and Smores 7-8pm

    Join us at  the fire pit! Make smores and have good conversation! ( While supplies last)

    Tripp Tide Bar | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Mar3

    *Live Music with Rick Esguerra 6-9pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Mar4

    *Live Music with Jason Findley! 6-9

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Mar5

    *Live Music with Meg Phillips Duo 6-9pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Mar6

    *Live Music with Hunter Dawson 6-9pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Mar6

    *Live Music with Hunter Dawson 7-10pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Singo music bingo
    Mar7

    *Singo! Music Bingo 6-8

    What's Singo? It's like bingo, but with music! Play for in house prizes! Free to play (Date and Time Subject to change)

    Bar Lounge | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Mar7

    *Live music with Daniel Boone 6-9pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Mar8

    *Live Music with Alexa Burroughs 6-9Pm

    Live music at the Beach Bar

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Mar10

    *Live music with Ryan Stroud 6-9pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Mar14

    DJ pool party 1-4pm

    The volume of FUN turns up at The Island's DJ poolside parties!

    Grotto or Cabana Pool | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Mar20

    *Live music with Second Breakfast 6-9pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Mar24

    Meet Pirate Mickey 2:30-3:30p

    Photo opp and pirate shenanigans with Mickey! You can find Mickey wandering around the cabana and grotto pool deck! You might even catch him in the lobby or beach patio!

    Pool Deck | 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
  • resort
    Mar27

    Pirate Games with Mickey 4-6PM

    Do you have what it takes to be a pirate? Become an official Island Pirate.

    Cabana | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Mar28

    Nonie’s Animal Encounter

    Meet Nonie and her animal friends. Bring $5 if you want to hold an animal after the show.

    Oasis | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Apr1

    *Live Music with Jason Findley! 5-9

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Apr3

    *Meet Misty the Mermaid

    Snap a picture with our resident mermaid! Free for guests available to the public with the purchase of a day pass.

    Grotto or Cabana Pool | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Apr3

    *Live music with Second Breakfast 6-10pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Apr4

    *Live music with Daniel Boone 7-10p

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Misty Mermaid
    Apr5

    *Meet Misty the Mermaid

    Stop by the Grotto pool to meet, greet and take photos with Misty herself.
    (Break 12-12:30) Free for guests available to the public with the purchase of a day pass.

    Grotto or Cabana Pool | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Apr5

    *Live music with Alexa Burroughs 7-10p

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Apr6

    *Live music with Ryan Stroud 5-9pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting

    Beach Bar | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Apr7

    *Live Music with Rick Esguerra 5-9pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Apr9

    *Live Music with Jacob Mohr 5-9pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Apr20

    Easter Egg Hunt

    Grab your Easter baskets from home and hunt for eggs on the beach patio. The egg hunt will be tiered by age, as shown below:
    Ages 0-3 | 9:30 - 9:40 a.m.
    Ages 4-7 | 9:40 - 9:50 a.m.
    Ages 8-12 | 9:50-10 a.m.
    Back up location the Lounge by the front desk

    9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Apr26

    *Live music with Rick Esguerra 6-10pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • May4

    *Live Music with The Velveteen ! 6-9pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • May5

    *Live Music with BT Turner 5-9PM

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • May9

    *Live Music with BT Turner 6-10PM

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • May19

    Check out FWB’S Annual Billy Bowlegs Torchlight Parade

    Visit https://www.kreweofbowlegs.com/ for more information

    Down Town FWB | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • May23

    *Yoga on the Island Green

    Meet us on The Island Green to start your day with a refreshing yoga experience overlooking the Gulf. You do not have to sign up to attend. (Subject to change)

    Island Green | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • May24

    DJ pool party and Beach Ball Drop from the Grotto!

    Beach ball drop at 1:00!

    Grotto Pool | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • May25

    DJ Pool Party 12-4pm

    The volume of FUN turns up at The Island's DJ poolside parties!

    Grotto or Cabana Pool | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • May25

    Concert and Fireworks

    We're celebrating the Summer kick off with a live Concert with Shenanigans and fireworks at 9pm!. Free for quests, available to the public with a purchase of a day pass

    Island Green, Beach Patio | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • May28

    Sunset Concert Series

    Enjoy live music 7-9 and fireworks at 9pm! Face painting, balloons, and bubbles. Free for quests, available to the public with a purchase of a day pass
    Concert Line up
    5/28- Paradise Vale
    `6/4- Catalyst
    6/11 -Chrome Reverse
    6/18-Tribe Zion
    6/25- Lex and the Luthers
    7/2-Shenanigans
    7/9/202-Falling for Daze
    7/16-Dead last
    7/23-Boonshine
    7/30- Autumn Poultry

    Island Green, Beach Patio | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • May28

    *Fireworks

    Enjoy Fireworks coming off the pier!

    Beach | 9:00 PM - 9:05 PM
  • Jun3

    *Pound Fintess

    Sweat, Sculpt, & ROCK with POUND, the fastest growing group fitness phenomenon inspired by the sweat-dripping, infectious, energizing fun of drumming! POUND is a full body cardio jam session championed by fitness rebels around the world. Locals can attend by purchasing a day pass, (Date and Time Subject to change)

    Island Green | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Jun5

    Aqua Zumba

    Dive into the Grotto Pool and have a dance party with your new vacation friends. (Day and time subject to change)

    Grotto Pool | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Jun5

    Dive In Movie

    Join us for a fun, family-friendly movie projected onto our giant inflatable screen by the Cabana Pool. Weather permitting (Date and time subject to change)

    Cabana Pool | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Jun6

    Fire Pit and Smores 8-9pm

    Join us at  the fire pit! Make smores and have good conversation! ( While supplies last)

    Beach Bar | 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Jun12

    *Live Music with Rick Esguerra 4-8pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Jun12

    *Full Moon Party

    DJ party, fire poi, balloons, facepaint and more! Free for guests available to the public with the purchase of a day pass. https://www.resortpass.com/hotels/the-island-resort-at-fort-walton-beach

    Grotto Pool | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Jun29

    *DJ at the Beach Bar

    Weather Permitting

    Beach Bar | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Jul4

    4th of July DJ Pool Party

    The volume of FUN turns up at The Island's DJ poolside parties!

    Pool Deck | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Jul4

    4th of July parade crafts

    Create Parade swag for the parade

    Aruba | 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
  • Jul4

    Fourth of July Kids Parade and cupcakes

    Annual 4th of July Kids parade with Cup cakes meet at 11:50am at the Aruba,. Parade starts at 12pm, Goes through pool deck and ends at the Oasis with Cupcakes

    Pool Deck, Aruba, Oasis | 11:50 AM - 12:10 PM
  • Jul4

    Annual 4th of July Watermelon Eating Contest

    DJ will announce details during DJ Party

    Pool Deck | 3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
  • Jul4

    Emerald Coast Community Band Performance

    Island Green | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Jul5

    *Live Music with Meg Phillips Duo 7-10pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Tripp Tide
    Aug8

    *Live music with Daniel Boone 5-8pm

    Beach Bar | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Aug23

    *Select College Football games

    Cheer on your favorite team! Select games, and select Tvs

    Lounge | 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Aug30

    *End of summer Kick off Party with Beach Ball drop at 1!

    It's time to kick off the last weekend of the summer, with DJ Pool party and our beach ball drop! Beach ball drop at 1:00. Free to guests, Locals can attend with a day pass purchase!

    Grotto Pool | 12:00 PM - 4:05 PM
  • Aug31

    End of summer concert with fireworks

    Beach Patio | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Sep3

    *Live Music! 5-9pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Sep4

    *Select Thursday Night Football

    Lounge | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Oct23

    Dive in Movie! Halloweek movie

    10/16 Halloween Town
    10/23-Haunted Mansion

    Cabana | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Sep7

    *Live Music with The Velveteen ! 5-8pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Sep7

    *Select Sunday Night Football games

    Cheer on your favorite team! Select games, and select Tvs

    Lounge | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Sep8

    *Select Monday Night Football

    Lounge | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Oct1

    Seasonal Crafts , Flavors of the season and activities! Visit the Oasis for weekly schedule!

    Visit our Towel hut for daily schedule!

    All Day - 12:00 AM
  • Oct2

    *Live Music 6-9pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Oct3

    Fireside Marshmallows

    Weather pending, while supplies last

    Outside patio by Coastal kitchen and umbrella alley | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Oct3

    Cornhole Tournament

    Up to 4 teams. first come first serve. Sign up at 7:30 with the fireside marshmallow attendants Winning team gets F&B certificate.

    Beach Patio | 8:30 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Oct25

    *Boo on the Beach

    Boo at the Beach will bring all of the fun and no fright to The Island Resort.

    Starting with a spooky bonfire story attendees will have their fair share of activities to enjoy between exciting outdoor games, dancing to a live DJ, getting festive with face painting, costume contests, dance performances by Studio Fuzion and more! Free to the Public!

    Beach Patio | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • The island resort trick and treat
    Oct31

    Visit our neighbors at Tricks and Treasures on the Boardwalk

    An evening of Halloween fun for all ages awaits you at The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island. Join us for a fun & safe night of trick-or-treating, live entertainment, carnival games, costume contests, and more!

    5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Nov1

    *Live Music! 4-7pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Nov1

    Fireside Marshmallows

    Weather pending, while supplies last

    Beach Patio | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Nov7

    Movie night on the Island Green

    Grab a towel or a blanket and enjoy a movie under the stars on the Island Green (Date and time subject to change)

    Island Green | 7:00 PM - 8:40 PM
  • Dec3

    Holiday Cinema Night

    Enjoy a classic Holiday movie in the lobby with our Holiday snack bar!

    Lobby, Lounge | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Dec4

    Hot Chocolate Bar! 7:30-8:30pm

    Get in the Holiday Spirit with a cup of hot chocolate! First come first serve, till supplies last!

    Umbrella Alley | 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Dec5

    *Live Music 2-5pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Dec13

    Breakfast with Santa

    More details as we get closer to the event

    Coastal Kitchen | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Dec13

    Beachy Little Christmas

    Kick off the holiday season with us at our 6th Annual Beachy Little Christmas: A Sandcastle Spectacular!
    Live Music, Holiday Crafts, & Local Vendors. Meet Misty the Mermaid Christmas-Themed Sandcastle Building
    Free and open to the public, this event is the perfect way to celebrate the season on the Gulf. Come for the holiday cheer, stay for the fun, and make unforgettable beach memories!

    Beach Patio | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Dec14

    Beachy Little Christmas

    Kick off the holiday season with us at our 6th Annual Beachy Little Christmas: A Sandcastle Spectacular!
    Live Music, Holiday Crafts, & Local Vendors. Meet Misty the Mermaid Christmas-Themed Sandcastle Building
    Free and open to the public, this event is the perfect way to celebrate the season on the Gulf. Come for the holiday cheer, stay for the fun, and make unforgettable beach memories!

    Beach Patio | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Dec20

    Cookies and Crafts with the Grump

    Join us at The Island Resort for some holiday fun with Grump, the Emerald Coast’s favorite Christmas grouch with a big heart!
    A festive afternoon of holiday crafts and cookie decorating with facepainting and whoville hair. This interactive event is free and open to all ages—a perfect way to celebrate the season with a creative twist!

    Lobby Bar | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Jan19

    CFP Championship game with Game time Happy Hour Specials

    Lounge | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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