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1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Fort Walton Beach Hurlburt Area

Oakland, 2.6 km from South Bayou

Sandra

฿4,498 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach-Eglin AFB

4.8 km from South Bayou

Autumn

฿5,308 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

3. Regency Inn Near Boardwalk & Hurlburt Field

Seabreeze, 2.6 km from South Bayou

Russell

฿3,008 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jul - 29 Jul

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach

Downtown Fort Walton Beach, 2.7 km from South Bayou

Verna

฿3,592 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Mary Esther-Fort Walton Beach

3.6 km from South Bayou

Christy

฿5,276 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

6. Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

Downtown Fort Walton Beach, 2.7 km from South Bayou

Joan

฿3,852 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

7. Wavecrest Lodge

Okaloosa Island, 3.4 km from South Bayou

Mbarka

฿7,176 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Walton Beach Eglin Area by IHG

Kenwood, 4.2 km from South Bayou

Harlyn

฿4,158 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

Coffee/tea maker, full-sized fridge, microwave

9. Candlewood Suites Ft Walton Bch - Hurlburt Area by IHG

Seabreeze, 2.7 km from South Bayou

Nancy

฿4,388 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

10. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Fort Walton Beach-Eglin AFB

Ocean City, 3.2 km from South Bayou

Katalin

฿6,338 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

Desk, laptop workspace, individually furnished, bed sheets

11. WoodSpring Suites Fort Walton Beach - Eglin AFB

Wright, 4.2 km from South Bayou

Marty

฿3,204 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Aug - 7 Aug

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

12. Seabreeze Inn

Seabreeze, 2.6 km from South Bayou

Marcos

฿3,089 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

13. Hole Inn the Wall Hotel - Fort Walton Beach - Sunset Plaza - nearby Beaches & Hurlburt

Seabreeze, 2.5 km from South Bayou

Michele

฿2,856 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Fort Walton Beach Eglin AirForce Base

Kenwood, 4.3 km from South Bayou

Deborah Lynne

฿4,953 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

15. Sundrift Inn

Okaloosa Island, 3.7 km from South Bayou

Maria

฿6,297 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

16. TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

Seabreeze, 2.4 km from South Bayou

LUISA

฿3,091 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

17. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach

Downtown Fort Walton Beach, 2.8 km from South Bayou

Franchesca

฿7,006 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

18. Extended Stay America Select Suites - Fort Walton Beach

Ocean City, 2.9 km from South Bayou

Wynona

฿3,327 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

19. Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG

Seabreeze, 2.4 km from South Bayou

Sonia

฿3,660 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas

20. Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

Okaloosa Island, 3.5 km from South Bayou

Nancy

฿6,134 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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Where to stay in South Bayou

Find the best South Bayou areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A lifeguard tower on a sandy beach with a clear blue sky.

Okaloosa Island

The perfect place for a romantic getaway or a family weekend retreat, this is an unforgettable shoreline delight.

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A pier extending into the ocean at sunset.

Downtown Fort Walton Beach

If you're spending some time in Downtown Fort Walton Beach, Santa Rosa Sound and Miracle Strip are top sights worth seeing.

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A white boat on calm water during sunset.

Seabreeze

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

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A basket of fried chicken wings with a glistening sauce.

Beal Parkway

When in Beal Parkway, you can plan a visit to Miracle Strip and Okaloosa Island Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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A wooden pier extending into calm water with a sunset in the background.

Elliot's Point

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

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Top South Bayou Hotel Reviews

Hyatt House Destin

10/10 Excellent

"My family l enjoyed our stay, the hotel was in the perfect location. The only downfall was we were on the 6th floor and the room took a long time to cool off."

WoodSpring Suites Fort Walton Beach - Eglin AFB

10/10 Excellent

"The room was great for the money: very clean and loved that it a full size refrigerator, stovetop and microwave. The only thing the room was missing was a hairdryer ( not a huge deal) but I’ve never stayed at a hotel that didn’t have one and I don’t bring one. The water pressure wasn’t great so not good for washing off sandy bodies but other than those 2 very small things it was great. We knew it didn’t have a pool when we booked it so I cannot complain about that at all."

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

8/10 Good

"We loved all the stuff they had for kids and the 3 pools. Especially the little pool for young kids to use. My only complaint is the size of the bathroom (literally was like a shoe box) and with how much you pay, more things should be complimentary such as breakfast."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Miramar Beach-Destin

8/10 Good

"The Hotel overall is good, the location is perfect and the pool is great, the breakfast although included is busy, not a lot of variety and no staff to replenish at the pace that is consumed, our room was clean but the common areas are not well maintained, there is visible dirt by the elevators an common areas. After breakfast the lobby stayed dirty for a long time, the receptionist the first nigh we checked in was not very attentive and was on his phone reception for the rest of the time was helpful. we would stay there again price and convenience meets the value, also we really like the Thai place next to it."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in South Bayou?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Fort Walton Beach's South Bayou neighbourhood has to offer.

How many hotels will I find in South Bayou?

Book one of Expedia's 7 hotels and other accommodation options in South Bayou and start exploring everything Fort Walton Beach has to offer.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Bayou, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in South Bayou.

What are the top things to see and do in South Bayou?

A few places to visit in the area around South Bayou include Preston Hood Athletic Complex, Towncrest Shopping Center and Beltway Shopping Center. When you're sightseeing in Fort Walton Beach, Emerald Coast Science Center and Goofy Golf are also worth a stop.

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Our top choices for South Bayou hotels

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Fort Walton Beach Hurlburt Area

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach-Eglin AFB

3. Regency Inn Near Boardwalk & Hurlburt Field

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Mary Esther-Fort Walton Beach

6. Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

7. Wavecrest Lodge

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Walton Beach Eglin Area by IHG

9. Candlewood Suites Ft Walton Bch - Hurlburt Area by IHG

10. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Fort Walton Beach-Eglin AFB

11. WoodSpring Suites Fort Walton Beach - Eglin AFB

12. Seabreeze Inn

13. Hole Inn the Wall Hotel - Fort Walton Beach - Sunset Plaza - nearby Beaches & Hurlburt

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Fort Walton Beach Eglin AirForce Base

15. Sundrift Inn

16. TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

17. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach

18. Extended Stay America Select Suites - Fort Walton Beach

19. Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG

20. Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

Where to stay in South Bayou

Okaloosa Island

Downtown Fort Walton Beach

Seabreeze

Beal Parkway

Elliot's Point

Top South Bayou Hotel Reviews

Hyatt House Destin

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