The Island Resort
Promotions
Meet at the Island for Sunny Savings
Mix, Mingle and Meet at the Island
Need dates
- 11/20/2024 – 11/23/2024
- 11/29/2024 – 12/05/2024
Ratings
Awards
2019 Best of Weddings voted on The Knot 2019 Brides Choice voted on Wedding Wire 2021 Visit Florida Flagler Award for Outstanding Marketing Campaign
Venue Highlights
3D Event Space
Cvent Photo-realistic 3D Event Spaces give planners the ability to realize their vision down to the finest detail.
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (garden)
- View (ocean or water)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- VIP services
AV capabilities
- AV equipment
Recreational activities
- Health club
- Outdoor pool
- Water sports
- Whirlpool
Venue accessibility
- Airport shuttle
- Bus
- Taxi
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Portable heaters
- Portable walls
- Staging area
Getting Here
Located off Hwy 98/Miracle Strip Pkwy SE. approximately 42 miles east of Pensacola, FL and 52 miles west of Panama City, FL By Air: Destin-Fort Walton Beach airport (VPS) is 10.5 miles and approximately 15 minutes north of our resort.
Parking
- Paid parking$15.00 / day
- Bus parking
Distance from airport
12 mi. from venue
The Island Resort Meeting Space
Floor Plans
Floor plans
Guest Rooms
Local Attractions
Island Time Watersports
Kelly Plantation Golf Club
Fort Walton Beach Heritage Park and Cultural Center
Boardwalk Entertainment Complex
More
Welcome to The Island Resort, an iconic beachfront resort perfectly situated on the island of Okaloosa in Destin/Fort Walton Beach in the panhandle of Florida. A landmark to endless fun in the sun on the sandy beach, The Island features direct access to white sands, variety of restaurants and bars, pools, tropical gardens and vast event space. Our coastal atmosphere delivers moment to moment fun for road-tripping families or epic social getaways. All here at The Island Resort Near Destin-Fort Walton Beach Coast Convention Center, Okaloosa Fishing Pier, the Gulfarium, and seconds from the Gulf of Mexico shoreline, we are the perfect destination for business or pleasure. With 24,000 square feet of flexible indoor/outdoor event space, The Island is the perfect beachfront venue for scenic destination weddings and gives a laid back feel to work conferences.
Seasonality
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary for group contracts however individual guest room cancellation policy is 48 hours prior to arrival date.
Facility Restrictions
• Smoking is not permitted in guest rooms and in most exterior common areas • Pets are not permitted on property
Additional Information
Top Features at our Hotel Beachfront Resort Grotto Swim-Up Bar (seasonal) Tripp Tide Beach Bar Coastal Kitchen Restaurant Island Grille courtyard dining 24,000 Square Feet of Event Space Newly Renovated Indoor Venues New Outdoor Venues overlooking the Gulf & Grotto Pool Beach View Guestrooms Poolside Guestrooms Get Local At Nearby Attractions: Island Time- Watersports The Boardwalk Entertainment Complex Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park Wild Willy's Adventure Zone Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier Air Armament Museum