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Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach

1297 Miracle Strip PKWY SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Gym
Laundry
Parking

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About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach is a 3-star hotel located on Okaloosa Island in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, within a 15-minute walk of Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. The property sits 7.8 miles from Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and 8.9 miles from Destin Beaches, with Northwest Florida Regional Airport just 10 miles away.

The hotel features 178 guestrooms, including 18 suites, each equipped with a refrigerator and LCD television. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is standard in all rooms, along with laptop-compatible safes, complimentary newspapers, and phones with free local calls. Guest comfort ratings average 4.5 out of 5.

Dining options include Garden Grille, the on-site restaurant serving lunch and dinner, plus room service available during limited hours. The bar and lounge and poolside bar offer evening refreshment. Recreation amenities include an outdoor pool, indoor pool, and lazy river. Additional facilities feature complimentary wireless internet, gift shops, a picnic area, fitness center, hot tub, on-site golfing, and a banquet hall. The property is wheelchair accessible throughout, with accessible parking, pool, fitness facilities, and restaurant. A 24-hour front desk, express check-out, luggage storage, and laundry services are available.

Check-in is 4:00 PM anytime; check-out is 11:00 AM. Dogs and cats are welcome, with pet fees of $75 for 1–4 days, $125 for 5–12 days, and $100 per week for extended stays. The property maintains a guest rating of 4.4 out of 5 across over 1,000 reviews.

Location & nearby attractions

Located in Fort Walton Beach (Okaloosa Island), Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach is within a 15-minute walk of Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. This beach hotel is 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from Destin Beaches.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Ross Marler Park - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Okaloosa Island Beach - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Okaloosa Island Pier - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Wayside Park - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Wild Willy's Adventure Zone - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Santa Rosa Sound - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Fort Walton Beaches - 1 km / 0.6 mi
John Beasley Park - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Choctawhatchee Bay - 1.5 km / 1 mi
Gulf Islands National Seashore - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Indian Temple Mound Museum - 1.7 km / 1 mi
Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Fort Walton Beach Landing Park - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi

The preferred airport for Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach is Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 15.8 km / 9.8 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 178 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.

Dining

Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the hotel's restaurant, Garden Grille, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar.

Amenities & features

Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a lazy river. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a picnic area.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. This hotel has 2 meeting rooms available for events. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Getting here

Located 10mi from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS). Located within 9 miles of both Eglin AFB and Hurlburt Field main gates.
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Self Parking Lot - $20.00 per day Bus Parking Available but please call ahead and notify hotel of bus arrival time. Electric Vehicle Charge Stations available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 4:00 PM - anytime
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • We accept dogs and cats - pet fee of $75.00 for 1-4 days
  • $125 for 5-12 days
  • and $100 per week for extended stays.
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 15.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

Know before you go

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).