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380 Santa Rosa Boulevard
Fort Walton Beach, Florida 32548-6136
United States
Fort Walton Beach, Florida 32548-6136
United States
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3:00 P.M. CST
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11:00 A.M. CST
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Hotel Overview
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 beach front rooms.
Boutique-style with art deco design make 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 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, microwave and 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 on-line hotel reservation today and save with a low rate. Must be 21 or older to check-in.
Hotel Policies
Pet Policy
No pets allowed
Location
Hotel location and the surrounding area
Hotel Reviews
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Book Family Vacay from 6/27-7/1/20.
I didn’t get a balcony room b/c I have two dare devil little boys.
This Hotel was ok. No frills or thrills. You are paying for location and convenience. I stayed...
By tammi1913
on 02-Jul-2020
This hotel is steps from the ocean! Perfect location for toting kids back and forth. Pool area is small but was clean and we enjoyed it. Bar at the pool was nice. Bathroom is very close to the pool...
By tiffanydarnell17
Caryville, Tennessee on 28-Jun-2020
visited during COVID and was told that housekeeping was not allowed to come into the rooms to clean to preserve their safety.
absurd.
have been traveling during the pandemic and this is the ONLY...
By Go18171989343
on 23-Jun-2020
What a find!!! Just had long weekend for my daughter's birthday and wow best weekend ever! The hotel was super clean & staff so friendly, especially Don the pool bartender. AND the beach...
By Wander13424415107
on 16-Jun-2020
This is a wonderful hotel! Great location, right on the beach. The hotel and rooms were super clean, all staff members were friendly and helpful. The only thing missing was the breakfast buffet, but...
By uniquegirl
Jonesburg,Missouri on 05-Jun-2020
Hotel Amenities
Hotel
- 100% smoke-free hotel
- Complimentary continental breakfast, Choice of breads, cereal, fruits, eggs, yogurt, juice, coffee, sausage or bacon and grits
- Cocktail lounge Swizzle Stick Martini Lounge with live music nightly and seasonal Pool-side cabana bar
- Complimentary breakfast
- Outdoor pool Heated Heated pool is seasonal.
- Multilingual staff (English, Russian, Filipino, Polish, German, French, Spanish and Portuguese)
- Fax services, Complimentary incoming fax
- Safe deposit box available at the front desk
- Elevator
- Ice/vending machines Ice on 2nd, 4th and 6th floors. Vending on 5th and 6th floors.
- Free parking, no boats, trailers or sem
- Meeting facilities
- Conference services
- Photocopy services
- Poolside services pool towels available at front desk, seasonal cabana bar open during summer months.
- 24-hour front desk
- Cable satellite television with HBO
- Mail services Stamps sold at Front Desk
- Sunbathing Beautiful White Sands of the Emerald Coast Gulf of Mexico at our back door
- Surfing Gulf of Mexico at back door.
- Air-conditioning
- Hearing impaired services TDD phone available
- Physically challenged facilities Property is ADA Compliant
- Elevator, wheelchair accessible
- Parking for the physically challenged
- Higher rates may apply for holidays/special events
- Exterior corridor
- Laundromat Coin Operated Laundry located on fourth floor.
- Express check out Email, Telephone and Front Desk Pick-up Availability
- Children's activities, children's movie night (nightly at 6:30 p.m.) with complimentary popcorn seasonal
- Free wireless Internet available in public areas; Free in-room wireless Internet access; Free wireless Internet access available in public areas and all guest rooms
- Business center, Complimentary, 24-hr access in lobby
- Photocopy, nominal fee
- Dataports, Internet connectivity
- Shipping
- Table tennis/ping pong Table tennis/ ping pong available on site.
- Volleyball Beach volleyball
- Fishing Boardwalk fishing pier within walking distance
- No truck/RV parking
- High-speed Internet access
- Seasonal kayak and paddleboard rental seasonal
- Complimentary seasonal beach chairs and umbrellas seasonal
Rooms for the Physically Challenged: 5
- Bathtub seat available
- Raised toilet with grab bars available
- Safety bar in shower available
- Walk-in shower available
- Extra wide doors in bathrooms
Public Space ADA Accessible Features:
- Accessible parking spaces and signage (car and van)
- Accessible parking space that is 96-inches wide with an appropriate access aisle
- An accessible route that allows for approaching and entering the hotel
- An accessible lobby entrance door
- Interior routes to public spaces that do not have abrupt level changes
- An accessible reception desk or accessible folding shelf or reception area
- Room signage: 60-inches to sign center above finished floor
- Accessible table in eating area
- The eating area has self-service shelves and dispensing devices within reach range
- Public restrooms accessible
- Accessible business center
Guest Room Communication Assist Features:
- Closed-caption televisions
- Visual notification devices for telephones
- Telephones have volume control
- Visual fire alarms
- Visual smoke alarms
More Amenities
Room
- Cable satellite television Cable TV in all rooms.
- Free long distance access
- High-speed Internet access, free wireless Internet for all guests.
- Wake-up calls
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Coffee/tea maker
- Hairdryer
- Iron, ironing board
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Additional in-room toiletries
- Air-conditioning
- One king bed available
- Two queen beds available
- Desk/work area, electrical outlet at desk level
- Spa available Jr. Suite with Jacuzzi® tub in 2 beachside rooms
- Balcony available Beachfront rooms have exterior balconies with beach views.
- Adjoining rooms available based on availability and cannot be guaranteed
- Gulf view, Beachfront rooms are Gulf-View.
Non-smoking Rooms: 100
- Refrigerator in room
Suites: 2
- Lowered vanity areas
- Property meets ADA of 1990 (US hotels only)
Guest Room Mobility Accessible Features:
- Accessible doors and doorways (at least 32-inches of clear width passage)
- Accessible bathrooms and features, including shower/tub
- Accessible room controls (e.g. HVAC and lighting)
- Accessible clear floor space
More Amenities
More Amenities
Nearby Attractions
Area Business
- 7 mile(s) from BAE Systems, industrial corporation
- 7 mile(s) from Chromalloy, industrial corporation
- 8 mile(s) from DRS Training Systems, industrial corporation
- 10 mile(s) from Tybrin Corporation, military defense corporation
Attractions
- 0 mile(s) from Gulf of Mexico, Beautiful white sandy beaches right outside our back door.
- 1 mile(s) from Gulfarium, Florida's oldest Sealife animal exibit. Dolphin and Sea Lion shows daily.
- 1 mile(s) from Conference Center, Emerald Coast Confernce Center
- 1 mile(s) from Science Center, Emerald Coast Science Center, a unique museum with over 200 touchable, workable exibits
- 1 mile(s) from Indian Temple Mound, Museum houses more than 4,000 Native American artifacts located in downtown Ft. Walton
- 1 mile(s) from Pure Spa, Day spa and salon
- 1 mile(s) from Boardwalk Fishing Pier, open 24 hours to the public, tackle shop on the pier for a minimal fee.
- 1 mile(s) from Wild Willy's Adventure, Large family entertainment center. Arcade, pizzeria, frozen yogurt,Lazer maze, movie theater, and miniature golf.
- 6 mile(s) from Sea Blaster, The Gulf's Largest Speedboat, rides offered daily
- 6 mile(s) from Harborwalk Charters, Deep Sea Fishing 1/2 day or Full day fishing trips amd private charters available
- 6 mile(s) from Boogies Watersports, waverunners, parasailing, pontoon boats, dolphin cruises
- 6 mile(s) from Destin Fishing Museum, sound effects make you feel as if you are underwater
- 6 mile(s) from Harbor Walk Village, Various shops, waterfront restaurants, various boat charter tours.
- 6 mile(s) from Olin Marler's Sunset Cruz, Open daily, day or evening cruises available, private charters available
- 7 mile(s) from Tennis Courts, Fort Walton Beach Racquet Club
- 8 mile(s) from Big Kahuna's Waterpark, Seasonal waterpark with over 40 water attractions, go-kart tracks, miniature golf, thrill rides
- 8 mile(s) from The Track, multiple level go-karts, bumper boats, arcade
- 8 mile(s) from Fort Walton Beach Golf, 2 challenging course's. Pines and oaks course located off of Lewis Turner Blvd.
- 8 mile(s) from Air Force Armament Museum, Military Airplanes on display, Museum open 7 days a week
- 1.5 mile(s) from Ft. Walton Landing, Waterfront, boardwalk,fishing pier, playground, science center and gazebo. Local events location.
- 8 mile(s) from AMC Destin Commons 14, Features IMAX,3D, and standard showings. Lounge and food and beverage available.
- 15 mile(s) from Solaris Dinner Cruise, Exquisite fine dining aboard Solaris
- 21 mile(s) from Florida Caverns, Florida's only limestone caverns
- 25 mile(s) from Gulf Breeze Zoo, Zoo open for year-round fun
- 50 mile(s) from Naval Aviation Museum, World's Largest Naval Aviation Museum, aboard NAS Pensacola, Definitely a Must-See!
Dining
- 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.
- Across the street from Old Bay Steamer, Bar/Lounge, Seafood, Open for: dinner, Steamed and Grilled Seafood closed on Sundays
- 0.50 mile(s) from Waffle House, Coffee Shop, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, 24-hour breakfast anytime.
- Adjacent to Rockin Tacos, Bar/Lounge, Mexican, Open for: lunch, dinner, within walking distance from the hotel. 1450 Miracle strip
- 2 mile(s) from Clemenzas, Bar/Lounge, Italian, Open for: lunch, dinner, Italian menu
- 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
- 0.40 mile(s) from Hightide, Bar/Lounge, Seafood, Open for: lunch, dinner, best oysters in town. Nice spot for Po-Boys and burgers.
- 7 mile(s) from Boshamps, Bar/Lounge, Seafood, Open for: lunch, dinner, Steak and Seafood.
- 2 mile(s) from Original Crab Shack, Bar/Lounge, Seafood, Open for: lunch, dinner, great little seafood place with waterfront dining.
- 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
- Across the street from AJ's Seafood Shanty, Bar/Lounge, Seafood, Open for: lunch, dinner, Seafood and local eats.
- 5.00 mile(s) from Longhorn, Bar/Lounge, Steak House, Open for: lunch, dinner, great steaks
- 5.00 mile(s) from TGI Friday's, Bar/Lounge, American, Open for: lunch, dinner, American foods, fun atmosphere
- 5.00 mile(s) from Chili's, Bar/Lounge, American, Open for: lunch, dinner, southwest grille
- 6.00 mile(s) from McGuire's Irish Pub, Bar/Lounge, American, Open for: lunch, dinner,
- 7 mile(s) from Hog's Breath Saloon, Bar/Lounge, American, Open for: lunch, dinner, great place, good barbecue.
- 2 mile(s) from Fusion Bistro, Fast Food, International, Open for: lunch, dinner, Asian, Latin and American Bento cuisines.
- 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.
- 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
- 7 mile(s) from Donut Hole, Full Service, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, Full menu great desserts known for Key Lime Pie
- 2 mile(s) from Bay Cafe, Full Service, French, Open for: dinner, French Cuisine with bay view seating ,seafood options
- 6 mile(s) from Dewy Destin, Brasserie, Seafood, Open for: lunch, dinner, Fresh fried seafood, waterfront seating.
Education
- 4 mile(s) from Troy University
- 10 mile(s) from Northwest Florida State
- 10 mile(s) from University of West Florid
- 50 mile(s) from Pensacola Jr. College
- 50 mile(s) from Pensacola Christian Colle
- 55 mile(s) from University of West Florida, Pensacola
Nearby Cities
- 6 mile(s) from Destin, FL
- 45 mile(s) from Pensacola, FL
- 65 mile(s) from Panama City Beach, FL
- 100 mile(s) from Mobile, AL
- 170 mile(s) from Biloxi, MS
- 220 mile(s) from Tallahassee, Fl
- 270 mile(s) from New Orleans, LA
- 350 mile(s) from Atlanta, GA
- 450 mile(s) from Orlando, FL
Recreation
- 1 mile(s) from Florida's Gulfarium, Live dolphin shows, aquarium
- 1 mile(s) from Indian Temple Mound Museum, Museum, historic artifacts
- 1 mile(s) from The Focus Center Science, Science Museum
- 10 mile(s) from Dolphin Cruise, Glass Bottom Boat, sunset cruises, dolphin cruises
- 10 mile(s) from Destin Fishing Fleet Marina, Deep Sea Fishing
Shopping
- 4 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Mall, Indoor Public Mall with many shops and food court
- 1 mile(s) from Uptown station, Groceries, shopping, restaurants and family playground.
- 10 mile(s) from Destin Commons, Great Outdoor mall, Abercrombie, Bass Pro Shops, Hard Rock Cafe, Sharper Image
- 15 mile(s) from Silver Sands Outlets, the country's largest outlet mall, over 100 shops in all.
- .5 mile(s) from Shoppes at Paradise Point, Groceries, Restaurants, Liquor store, and spa.
- 11 mile(s) from Paradise Key shoppes, Publix grocery store, Old Navy, Bed Bath and Beyond, Ross and many others.
Transportation
- Public shuttle service available from May to September
- 1.00 mile(s) from Greyhound bus terminal
- 11.00 mile(s) from Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport
- 50.00 mile(s) from Pensacola International Airport
- 270 mile(s) from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
- 1.1 mile(s) from Grey Hound Bus Station 5 minutes from property
- 0.5 mile(s) from Ft. Walton Beach