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Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Okaloosa Island Beach

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Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central, an IHG Hotel is a haven in Downtown Fort Walton Beach. Located close to Okaloosa Island Beach, this hotel offers a refreshing outdoor pool with sun loungers and 24-hour gym for active travelers. Take advantage of the business center and snack bar/deli or simply relax on the terrace.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
$98 nightly
The total price is $110
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 286 reviews
$110 nightly
The price is $124
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Walton Beach Eglin Area by IHG
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About the neighborhood

Map
127 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548

What's nearby

  • Emerald Coast Science Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 8 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lost Pizza Co. Ft Walton - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Shack - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG

When you stay at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Okaloosa Island Beach and HarborWalk Village. For a bit of exercise, you can visit the 24-hour fitness center or go for a swim in the outdoor pool. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 96 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol served onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (334 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Here's the breakdown, no surprises

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Also known as

Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central Hotel
Express Fort Walton Central
Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central
Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG and nearby?

Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG is in Downtown Fort Walton Beach, a short 3-minute walk from Santa Rosa Sound and 16 minutes' walk from Liza Jackson Park.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were plentiful and delicious with a variety of choices including hot and vegan options. (13 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Location
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Family friendly
Beach
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Restaurant

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

A nice Holiday Inn Express

Love this hotel because it is the only place to charge an EV on the Strip in FWB. Clean and serviceable! My go to hotel!
Taurean, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel ans atay
Roy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Loved it great place comphortable
Tina, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Our stay was nice. Great location to the activities we wanted to participate in. The room was warmer than we’d like and housekeeping wasn’t great. I would choose to stay again, though. The overall experience was good.
SHANNON, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nebraska to Sunshine state

Close to beach, safe area, close to food and shopping
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in and near restaurants
Pamela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place. Convenient to everything
Amanda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pat's comments

Great place to stay! Very friendly staff and always helpful!
Patricia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Charlene, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place centrally located.
Patrick, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Breakfast options were subpar. 2meats should’ve been served. Week later still no deposit returned
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great base for my short visit to check out the area.
William, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and facilities
Bill, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Property was dirty due to active construction.
Martinez, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It’s ok. It not $200 worth

Older hotel that is clean but in the pics you cant see how they just painted the bath tubs and the room smells like mildew when you walk in to the room. Maybe ok fo4 like $100 a night but not more.
Jose, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I liked the location which is on the beach. There is also a pool and it's next to a beach bar/restaurant
Alicia, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

My reservation was canceled without giving me any notice
DANIELLE, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was in a great location. Staff was friendly and the pool was extremely nice.
Nikita, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I would recommend this hotel they were very noce and accommodating and was alway willing to help very clean and a very nice and quiet hotel
Carmen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything is very nice and safe, the room is perfect, thanks for everything
Ronal Iturralde, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always enjoy the breakfast, staff was very friendly and helpful!!!!
joy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel
Andrea, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was great. The staff members were all extremely personable and nice! Great stay!
khiyri, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff and enjoyed that breakfast options changed each day to provide some variety for guests.
Jeremy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was really nice and clean. The breakfast was good and hot with many options. They also had vegan breakfast options. The front desk clerk was very personable. I really enjoyed my stay. It was a great stay.
Edwardo, 1-night trip