Northwest Travel Guide

Fort Walton Beach

A water tower with the text "Northwest Florida's Emerald Coast" and a website address.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with sand dunes and sparse vegetation.
A beach with footprints and umbrellas under a cloudy sky.

Things to do


Top hotels in Northwest

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4 out of 5
Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500 Fort Walton Beach FL
The price is ฿3,988 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿3,988
฿5,704 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach

3 out of 5
220 Scenic Gulf Drive Miramar Beach FL
The price is ฿3,075 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿3,075
฿3,444 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Miramar Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,375 reviews)
"The staff should be a little more courteous"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
Hyatt House Destin

Hyatt House Destin

3 out of 5
4415 Legendary Dr Destin FL
The price is ฿3,881 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿3,881
฿4,386 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Destin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Destin Beaches and Destin Commons are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (200 reviews)
"Great location to get to beaches. Lots of food options nearby. No daily room service or housekeeping to check in on towels and trash which was a bummer. Breakfast was okay, ate it once and went out for breakfast the next day."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Hyatt House Destin
Spark by Hilton Destin

Spark by Hilton Destin

3 out of 5
4415 Commons Dr E Destin FL
The price is ฿2,473 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿2,473
฿2,795 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Destin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,191 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and it’s located next to a Walmart. Walking distance to the beach."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Spark by Hilton Destin
Wavecrest Lodge

Wavecrest Lodge

2.5 out of 5
540 Santa Rosa Blvd Fort Walton Beach FL
The price is ฿4,170 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
฿4,170
฿4,712 total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Wavecrest Lodge
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

3 out of 5
573 Santa Rosa Blvd Fort Walton Beach FL
The price is ฿4,309 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,309
฿4,870 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very good! (2,586 reviews)
"I’ve stayed here a couple times now and I always enjoy it. Easy check in, great amenities, beautiful views and close to a lot of restaurants a"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
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Where to stay in Northwest

Find the best Northwest areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Okaloosa Island

Okaloosa Island is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Fort Walton Beach.

Downtown Fort Walton Beach

If you're spending some time in Downtown Fort Walton Beach, Santa Rosa Sound and Indian Temple Mound Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Seabreeze

While visiting Seabreeze, you might make a stop by sights like Emerald Coast Science Center and Santa Rosa Sound.

Beal Parkway

When in Beal Parkway, you can plan a visit to Okaloosa Island Beach and Emerald Coast Science Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Elliot's Point

While visiting Elliot's Point, you might make a stop by sights like Choctawhatchee Bay and Santa Rosa Sound.



Northwest Travel Guide