Santa Rosa Island

Travel Guide

Okaloosa Island featuring views and general coastal views
Okaloosa Island featuring tranquil scenes
Okaloosa Island which includes a sandy beach
Okaloosa Island showing a beach
Okaloosa Island which includes a sandy beach

Where to stay in Santa Rosa Island

Okaloosa Island featuring a sandy beach

Okaloosa Island

Okaloosa Island is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Okaloosa Island Pier and Wild Willy's Adventure Zone, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Fort Walton Beach.

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Villa Sabine

While visiting Villa Sabine, you might make a stop by sights like Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier and Casino Beach.

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Toilla Segunda

Though Toilla Segunda may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and Quietwater Beach.

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Villa Segunda

If you're spending some time in Villa Segunda, Opal Beach and Santa Rosa Sound are top sights worth seeing.

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Villa Primera

While Villa Primera isn't home to many top sights, Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Plaza Primera

If you're spending some time in Plaza Primera, Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and Quietwater Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Plaza Primera
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4 out of 5
Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500, Fort Walton Beach, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM421 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
RM421
RM625 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,898 reviews)
"Beach is gorgeous: water is clear jade and calm. Landscaping on the property is beautiful. The only thing I would change is that they should make the hot tub adults only: Way too many little kids in there!"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Surf & Sand Hotel

Surf & Sand Hotel

2 out of 5
40 Fort Pickens Road, Pensacola Beach, FL
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Pensacola Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,846 reviews)
family beach vacay
"Pool area was great and having the bay right out back with kayaks and paddle boards was such a fantastic treat! Breakfast included, eggs, meat, toast, oatmeal, grits and a make your own waffle are. The only negative was that there was some black mold in the ceiling (maybe to be expected at the beach?). ..."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

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Surf & Sand Hotel
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

3 out of 5
573 Santa Rosa Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, FL
The price is RM393 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
RM393
RM444 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,006 reviews)
"This hotel’s amenities are excellent. We utilized the fitness room daily. The onsite restaurants had delicious food & large portions. All the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The grounds and pools were very clean. Overall a great experience and would recommend a stay to anyone."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
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Waterscape Condominiums

Waterscape Condominiums

3.5 out of 5
1110 Santa Rosa Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star beach condo in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Okaloosa Island Beach and HarborWalk ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (239 reviews)
"We always love coming here when visiting Destin"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Waterscape Condominiums
Portofino Island Resort

Portofino Island Resort

4 out of 5
10 Portofino Drive, Pensacola Beach, FL
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Pensacola Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 8 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (467 reviews)
"Over priced food"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Portofino Island Resort
Island Echos Condominiums

Island Echos Condominiums

3.5 out of 5
676 Santa Rosa Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star beach condo in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (151 reviews)
Great vacay stay
"Island echos is literally like vacay on an island, especially when out on the beach under the umbrellas. Amazing time. The condo was fabulous, amazing view with balcony!"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025

Island Echos Condominiums
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Popular places to visit

Navarre Beach

Navarre Beach

Head over to Navarre Beach, a favourite beach in Navarre to enjoy the surf and sand, along with fishing. Wander the seaside or discover the sunsets in this relaxing area.

Navarre Beach
Pensacola Beach Beaches

Pensacola Beach Beaches

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pensacola Beach Beaches during your trip to Pensacola Beach? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Pensacola Beach Beaches
Okaloosa Island Beach

Okaloosa Island Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Okaloosa Island Beach during your trip to Fort Walton Beach? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Okaloosa Island Beach
Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier

Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier

You can find out about the history of Pensacola Beach when you stop by Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier. Stroll along the seaside or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.

Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier
Fort Pickens

Fort Pickens

You can find out about the history of Pensacola Beach with a stop at Fort Pickens. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Fort Pickens
Opal Beach

Opal Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Opal Beach during your trip to Pensacola Beach? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Opal Beach

Things to do

Dolphin & Sunset Cruises

Dolphin & Sunset Cruises

RM168
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Dolphin & Sunset Cruises
Sky High Parasailing from Marina Cafe in Destin Florida

Sky High Parasailing From Marina Cafe - Destin Florida

RM292
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sky High Parasailing From Marina Cafe - Destin Florida
A view of Crab Island at high tide, the tide changes throughout the day and so does the water color!

3 Hour Crab Island and Harbor Tour from Destin Non-Private

RM294
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
3 Hour Crab Island and Harbor Tour from Destin Non-Private
Dolphin Sunset Cruise in Destin with Bathroom on board!

Sunset Dolphin Cruise

RM164
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sunset Dolphin Cruise
Flippers Adventures Dolphin Cruise

Destin Dolphin Cruise

RM126
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Destin Dolphin Cruise
Spectacular Sunset Cruise

Spectacular Sunset Cruise

RM161
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Spectacular Sunset Cruise
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Fort Walton Beach - Destin showing a sunset and general coastal views

Destin

Pensacola

Pensacola