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The Hilton Garden Inn is a new Fort Walton Beach hotel located directly on the beach facing the Gulf of Mexico on beautiful Okaloosa Island in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.

The open and airy lobby brings the feel of the outdoors inside, celebrating everything great about being at the beach. Bright colors, stunning lighting displays, and diverse seating options provide rich opportunities for social interaction.

Head outdoors to the enclosed courtyard to enjoy conversation and cocktails around the firepits on our large pool deck overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Or book chair rentals and soak up the sun on our sandy beach.

This isn’t your typical hotel. A completely custom design embraces the nature of the Gulf Coast, bringing the outdoors in and surrounding you in beauty, whether you’re in a boardroom or on a surfboard.

A large 5,000 square foot banquet room with Gulf views offers a new option for meetings and events on Okaloosa Island in Fort Walton Beach…

Hilton Honors rewards members will enjoy the option to use points in this exciting Florida destination. Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa Island, and the surrounding communities are home to exquisite scenery, lively nightlife, rich cultural heritage, and culinary wonders.

You can enjoy a broad range of activities, from world-class golfing and fishing to shopping, swimming, and water sports.

The Hilton Garden Inn on Okaloosa Island in Fort Walton Beach is located within walking distance of the Gulfarium Marine Park and Okaloosa Island Boardwalk, just across the street from the Emerald Coast Convention Center. The airport and military bases are a short drive away…

The 178-room Hilton Garden Inn Fort Walton Beach Hotel features
  • Beachfront pool, lazy river
  • Outdoor courtyard
  • Weekly summer activities
  • Full-Service restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Gulf view rooms with private balconies
  • Beachfront Tiki Bar
  • Pool view fitness room
  • Indoor and Outdoor Bars
  • Two large outdoor Fire Pits
  • Family friendly suites with bunk beds
  • 5,000 Sq. Ft. Conference Center
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The rooms at our Fort Walton Beach hotel on Okaloosa Island were designed to reflect this coastal community and its spirit, from the bright and airy linens to the beach views.

Many of our rooms feature private balconies overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, so you can relax and enjoy the breeze in comfort and style.

All rooms feature comfortable King or Queen-sized beds, and some have twin bunk beds with Xbox gaming systems for children to play.

No matter the view, you’re just steps from our huge lazy river pool and the beautiful beach beyond.

Click on room types to learn more about rooms at our Okaloosa Island Fort Walton Beach hotel, the brand new Hilton Garden Inn...

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Our recent stay at the Hilton Garden Inn was truly memorable, and we are so grateful for the outstanding hospitality. A special thank you to Maggie, whose warmth and attentiveness ensured our first visit was perfect, and to Maurice and Lemont at the front desk for their excellent service. We truly appreciate the entire team for going above and beyond and look forward to returning in the future!
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We had such a great stay at the Hilton Garden Inn Fort Walton Beach! Maggie, Pebble, and Lila really went above and beyond and were a big part of what made our trip so special. Maggie was so warm and thoughtful with our whole family. She gave us some great recommendations for things to do with the kids, including the local science museum, and even surprised us by having a beautiful fruit, cheese, and marshmallow platter delivered to our room. We definitely weren’t expecting it, and it was such a sweet gesture. Our kids loved it! Pebble at the front desk was also fantastic. He always greeted us with a smile, was so sweet with our kids, and was happy to help anytime we needed something. Lila was just as kind and helpful throughout our stay. You could tell they genuinely cared about making sure we were having a good vacation. Our room was spacious and comfortable, and we had a beautiful view overlooking both the pool and the ocean. The location was perfect for us, especially traveling with kids. The aquarium is right next door, and there is so much to do and so many great places to eat nearby. We especially loved The Gulf, Angler’s Beachside Grill, The Shack, and Stewby’s Seafood Shanty. The Hilton Garden Inn is lucky to have Maggie, Pebble, and Lila. It’s the people you meet on vacation who can really make a trip memorable, and they certainly did that for our family. Thank you all for taking such good care of us. We had a wonderful vacation and can’t wait to come back!
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Great beach access, cool pool (though I saw someone hold their dog in the pool??? ewww) Makes a great pizza!! And love the events. Some rooms have a really terrible view.

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