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‘Hilton CleanStay with Lysol Protection’ Launched June 2020.
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4.0/5
Based on 1177 guest reviews
- Includes an outdoor pool
- The Avg. Group Saves 11.3%!
- Fitness + Health Center
- 178 rooms in hotel
- 5 floors in property
- 18 suites in property
- Check-in time: 4:00 pm
- Groups & Meetings rating of 10.0/10
- 4 meeting rooms in hotel
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AAA Member Rate 2 Queen Beds Balcony Inland View - Free WiFi Hdtvs with Hidef Channels
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AAA Member Rate 2 Queen Beds Limited View - Free WiFi Hdtvs with Hidef Channels
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AAA Member Rate 2 Queen Beds Pool View Complimentary Wi Hdtvs with Hidef Channels
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AARP Member Rate 2 Queen Beds Inland View - Free WiFi Hdtvs with Hidef Channels
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Breakfast Buffet Included 2 Queen Beds Inland View - Free WiFi Hdtvs with Hidef Channels
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Dine and Unwind 2 Queen Beds Inland View - Free WiFi Hdtvs with Hidef Channels
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Government Contractor Rate 2 Queen Beds Inland View - Free WiFi Hdtvs with Hidef Channels
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Government Contractor Rate 2 Queen Beds Limited View - Free WiFi Hdtvs with Hidef Channels
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Military Family Rate 2 Queen Beds Inland View - Free WiFi Hdtvs with Hidef Channels
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Military Family Rate 2 Queen Beds Limited View - Free WiFi Hdtvs with Hidef Channels
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Restricted Cxl 2 Queen Beds Balcony Inland View - Free WiFi Hdtvs with Hidef Channels
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Restricted Cxl 2 Queen Beds Inland View - Free WiFi Hdtvs with Hidef Channels
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Restricted Cxl 2 Queen Beds Limited View - Free WiFi Hdtvs with Hidef Channels
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Restricted Cxl 2 Queen Beds Pool View Complimentary Wi Hdtvs with Hidef Channels
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Senior Savings 2 Queen Beds Inland View - Free WiFi Hdtvs with Hidef Channels
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Local Attractions
The Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach hotel is located directly on the beach on Okaloosa Island, surrounded by the Santa Rosa Sound, Choctawhatchee Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. This barrier island between Ft. Walton Beach and Destin is famous for pristine beaches, water sports and awesome family attractions. Next door is the Gulfarium, the world's oldest continuously-operating live marine show. Just behind the hotel is Okaloosa Island's 1, 261 ft. fishing pier. Big Kahuna Water Park is located in Destin, just a short drive away. Our friendly staff is here to recommend a restaurant or other things to do near our Fort Walton Beach hotel.
Map & Landmarks: Hilton Garden Inn Fort Walton Beach
Verified Reviews of Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Good Hotel"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Good place to stay. Had a good time.
Thomas H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
10-Aug-2022
Verified Review, stayed from Thu Aug 04 to Mon Aug 08 2022 at a $338.99 average nightly rate.
"Very nice and welcoming."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The hotel was very nice and clean. Check in was easy and quick as well as check out.
Emily K. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
13-Apr-2021
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Apr 09 to Sun Apr 11 2021 at a $289.00 average nightly rate.
"Great location and amenities. Clean rooms."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Highly recommend this hotel. Great amenities and location.
Christie D. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
10-Apr-2019
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Apr 05 to Mon Apr 08 2019 at a $275.52 average nightly rate.
"Very Good"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Had a very good stay. Only issue was water leaking on carpet. Was quickly handled and we were moved to another room.
Daryl C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
06-Mar-2019
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Mar 01 to Mon Mar 04 2019 at a $187.20 average nightly rate.
Property Description
The Hilton Garden Inn- Fort Walton Beach is a hotel located directly on the beach facing the Gulf of Mexico on Okaloosa Island.
The open and airy lobby brings the feel of the outdoors inside, celebrating everything that's great about being at the beach. Bright colors, stunning lighting displays, and diverse seating options provide rich opportunities for social interaction.
Head outdoors to the enclosed courtyard to enjoy conversation and cocktails around the firepits on our large pool deck overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Or book chair rentals and soak up the sun on our sandy beach.
This isn't your typical hotel. A completely custom design embraces the nature of the Gulf Coast, bringing the outdoors in and surrounding you in beauty whether you're in a boardroom or on a surfboard.
A large 5,000 square foot banquet room with Gulf views offers a new option for meetings and events in Fort Walton Beach.
The 178-room Hilton Garden Inn hotel will feature:
5,000 Sq. Ft. Conference Center
Boardroom on 4th floor
Beachfront Pool, Lazy River and Courtyard
Full-Service Restaurant
Indoor and Outdoor Bars
Fire Pits
Hilton Honors rewards members will enjoy the option to use points in this exciting Florida destination. Fort Walton Beach and its surrounding communities are home to exquisite scenery, lively nightlife, rich cultural heritage and culinary wonders.
You can enjoy a broad range of activities, from world-class golfing and fishing to shopping, swimming, and watersports.
The Hilton Garden Inn Fort Walton Beach is located within walking distance of the Gulfarium Marine Park and Okaloosa Island Boardwalk, just across the street from the Emerald Coast Convention Center. The airport and military bases are a short drive away.
The Hilton Garden Inn - Fort Walton Beach opened in Spring 2017.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 4:00 pm |
| Check Out: | 11:00 am |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2017 |
| Floors: | 5 |
| Rooms: | 178 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 178 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 23 |
| Rooms with 1 Bed: | 50 |
| Rooms with 2 Beds: | 128 |
| Suites: | 18 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Don't Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 4 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 5040 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 400 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 2.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 12:00pm-10:00pm |
| FEMA Approved: | Yes |
| Pool Info: The Hilton Garden Inn features a lazy river with rock waterfalls, a beachfront hot tub, and an indoor swimming pool. All pools are heated and hours are 9:00am to 10:00pm. Tiki Bar operations are seasonal and weather permitting. |
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| Ownership: | Innisfree Hotels |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: Varies per contract and season. |
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| Nightly Parking: | 10.0 |
| Total Taxes: | 15.25% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 7.00% |
| Occupancy Tax: | 5.00% |
| GST: Goods and Services Tax: | 9.75 GST % |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 9.75% |
| Audio Visual Tax: | 9.75% |
| Other Tax: | 3.75% |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- ATM
- Baggage storage facilities
- Bus parking
- Central location
- Charge for early check out
- Clothes drying
- Complimentary newspaper
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Dinner available
- Electric Car Charging Station
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Free local calls
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Internet - ethernet
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Laundry facilities
- Laundry valet service
- Licensed bar
- Microwave in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Office in room available
- Private bathroom in room
- Private garden grounds
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- Safe in rooms
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shop
- Shower
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Swimming pool - indoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- TV Channel: HBO
- Terrace
- Voicemail
Airport & Shuttle Information
Located 10mi from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS). Located within 9 miles of both Eglin AFB and Hurlburt Field main gates.
Local Shuttle Info: Hotel does not provide shuttle service.
Breakfast Information
A freshly prepared breakfast is offered daily in the Garden Grill® restaurant for purchase. $19.95++ per adult. Full Breakfast Buffet.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Sorry, pets are not allowed.Parking Info
Self Parking Lot - $10.00 per day Bus Parking Available but please call ahead and notify hotel of bus arrival time. Electric Vehicle Charge Stations available.
Internet / WiFI
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Cleaning Policies
Hilton Defining a New Standard of Hotel Cleanliness, Working With RB/Lysol and Mayo Clinic to Elevate Hygiene Practices From Check-In to Check-Out ‘Hilton CleanStay with Lysol Protection’ Launched June 2020.
About Hilton Garden Inn
- Spacious meeting rooms with onsite catering services and audiovisual equipment available
- 24 Hour Business Center and Free Wi-Fi
- Plus Hypoallergenic Pillows
- Convenient Pavilion Mart open 24/7 offering late night snack, beverages, and more
- Onsite Dining with Lunch and Dinner offered in most locations
- Full Cooked-to-Order Breakfast
The Hilton Garden Inn highlights above are subject to change without notice.
Hotel Rate Trends at Hilton Garden Inn Fort Walton Beach
The graph above is averages of room rates for both group rates and the lowest online individual rates our system could find at the time the group offer was placed. The lowest group rate shown is 45.0% in December 2021 and the highest average individual rate is $485 in the month of June 2022. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Hilton Garden Inn Fort Walton Beach in a month when rates are lower.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Hilton Garden Inn Fort Walton Beach
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Hilton Garden Inn Fort Walton Beach.
Feel free to use the Hilton Garden Inn Fort Walton Beach meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Fort Walton Beach event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) |
Size (sqft.) |
Banquet 5'/6'  |
Crescent |
Classroom |
Hollow Square  |
U-Shape |
Boardroom |
Convention 8'/10'  |
Theater |
Reception |
Regist. Desk  |
| Emerald Breeze Ballroom | 90 x 56 x 15 | 5040 | --/320 | 192 | 250 | 80 | 70 | 12 | --/-- | 360 | 400 | -- |
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Emerald Breeze Ballroom
The Emerald Breeze Ballroom features over 5,000 square feet of meeting space with one wall being floor to ceiling windows to view the beautiful sandy dunes of the beach. This lovely ballroom has plenty of unobstructed space to fit your event needs.
Room Type:
Ballroom
Total Size:
5040 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
90 x 56 x 15 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Power Outlets:
25+
Windows:
21
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
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| Albatross | 30 x 64 x 15 | 1920 | --/120 | 72 | 90 | 50 | 45 | 12 | --/-- | 200 | 175 | -- |
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Albatross
This event space features a wall of floor to ceiling windows to show off the beautiful sandy dunes of the Gulf Coast.
Room Type:
Ballroom Section
Total Size:
1920 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
30 x 64 x 15 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Power Outlets:
12
Windows:
21
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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| Aurora | 30 x 51 x 15 | 1530 | --/100 | 60 | 60 | 40 | 38 | 12 | --/-- | 150 | 125 | -- |
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Aurora
Room Type:
Ballroom Section
Total Size:
1530 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
30 x 51 x 15 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Power Outlets:
17
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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| Poseidon | 30 x 52 x 15 | 1560 | --/100 | 60 | 60 | 45 | 38 | 12 | --/-- | 150 | 125 | -- |
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Poseidon
Room Type:
Ballroom Section
Total Size:
1560 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
30 x 52 x 15 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Power Outlets:
11
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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FAQs about Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach
What time is check in?
Check in time is 4:00 pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11:00 am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach have?
There are 178 rooms in the property.
Is there any meeting space at Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach?
Yes, they have 4 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach?
A freshly prepared breakfast is offered daily in the Garden Grill® restaurant for purchase. $19.95++ per adult. Full Breakfast Buffet.
What parking is available at Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach?
Self Parking Lot - $10.00 per day Bus Parking Available but please call ahead and notify hotel of bus arrival time. Electric Vehicle Charge Stations available.
How much does internet cost?
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Can I get a AAA rate at Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach?
Yes, they have stay dates that support AAA hotel discounts. Example room type: AAA Member Rate 2 Queen Beds Balcony Inland View - Free WiFi Hdtvs with Hidef Channels
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach?
Yes, they have stay dates that support Senior hotel discounts. Example room type: AARP Member Rate 2 Queen Beds Inland View - Free WiFi Hdtvs with Hidef Channels
Is there a gym at Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. The Hilton Garden Inn features a lazy river with rock waterfalls, a beachfront hot tub, and an indoor swimming pool. All pools are heated and hours are 9:00am to 10:00pm. Tiki Bar operations are seasonal and weather permitting..
Can I get a group rate at Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach?
Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 11.3%.
Testimonials:
"Your service is awesome! It is really hard to book several rooms in the same hotel and get a deal. This was an awesome experience as I got to choose who I wanted to respond to." S.B. - Buffalo, NY
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