Oakland Travel Guide
Fort Walton Beach





Stay near popular Oakland attractions
Things to do

Destin: Parasailing Flight Above the Gulf of Mexico

4 Hour Destin Harbor Crab Island Excursion

Destin Dolphin Watching and Sunset Cruise
Top hotels in Oakland

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
"Been vacationing there since around 1982 off and on! Always enjoyed it! But I have to say I don’t like the parking and resort fees!"
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
"Our condo was very nice for one or two couples. The ocean view was fantastic and we could not see any neighbors. The condo was clean and inviting. We didn't love all of the 'codes' to get in gates, doors, pool, etc. A lot to remember! And we didn't like that beach chairs and/or towels were not included ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Destin

Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
"Great location. Complimentary beach shuttle. Nice staff. Easy check-in. Don't use QR code at hotel for beach set up stuff, cheaper on the private beach. Bathroom shower was filthy, hotel attempted to clean the following day, but it wasn't convenient with our schedule. The bathroom shower not being ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
"Much more affordable than being right in Destin. You do need a vehicle to get around as there's not much near this location. Our king suite was just like a mini condo with fantastic Gulf front views and steps away from the beach. The elevators are very slow and laundry room was out of order in our ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Hyatt House Destin
"Enjoyed the hotel, good staff , dogs are allowed so thats a plus! Is not far away from the beaches and good quality/price! Truly recommended!"
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Oakland

Okaloosa Island
Okaloosa Island is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Okaloosa Island Beach and Princess Beach, 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 Miracle Strip are top sights worth seeing.

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

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.

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


















