Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach - Fully Renovated

Hotels
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
7.8 (2734 reviews)
573 Santa Rosa Boulevard , Fort Walton Beach , us

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly service
Nice amenities
Cons:
Old and uncomfortable mattresses
Cleanliness concerns
Misleading facility advertisements

Categories

Cleanliness
6.69
Concerns about wear and overall cleanliness noted, particularly regarding discomfort from old mattresses.
Service
8.66
Front desk staff were praised for being nice and accommodating.
Location
8.7
Location was emphasized as positive with proximity to beach and amenities.
Room Quality
6.65
Issues with room privacy and comfort, specifically old mattresses, were highlighted.
Amenities
9.18
Amenities like jacuzzi and pool were enjoyed, but some facilities had misleading advertisement.
Value for Money
7.14
Perceived as a good deal considering the location, but several aspects fell short of expectations.
Food and Beverage
7.19
Coffee quality mentioned as a negative aspect, but dining options were rated positively.
Overall Experience
8.16
Mixed feelings due to service and location, but overall enjoyment of the stay prevails.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 19:07

Property Description

Beachfront Location and Amenities
Experience the ultimate beach getaway at Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin. Enjoy the convenience of an outdoor pool, on-site restaurant, and rooms with free WiFi access.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Relax in rooms equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, flat-screen cable TV, and DVD player. Select rooms even feature a kitchenette for added convenience. The private bathrooms come complete with a hairdryer and free toiletries.

Convenient Facilities and Nearby Attractions
Take advantage of the fitness and business centres, bicycles for guest use, and activities like fishing and snorkelling nearby. With Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park just minutes away, and other attractions like Emerald Coast Convention Center and Indian Temple Mound Museum within a short distance, your stay at Wyndham Garden will be both comfortable and memorable.

Book now for an unforgettable beachfront experience at Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin.

Important information:

Guests under the age of 23 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: VPS

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs USD 10 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 2734 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.69
Service: 8.66
Location: 8.7
Room Quality: 6.65
Amenities: 9.18
Value for Money: 7.14
Food and Beverage: 7.19
Overall Experience: 8.16
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Kimberly couple us
8
Pros:

Close to beach

Cons:

Too many smoking areas near NON SMOKING walking areas& ice machines should be on every floor

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Kirk solo_traveller us
6
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Slater couple us
5
Area was nice, but the website needs to have more direct access to surprise charges. These types of charges some people
Pros:

The condo itself was super nice! And the balcony!

Cons:

Only thing I did not like about it was the surprise 100 dollar charge as a damage fee, we were told that at the check in and had to HUNT to find it on our booking, it should be in the policy part for easy access. And they charge you and you do not get your charge back for 3-5 business days.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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DORIS couple us
9
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Logan couple us
4
Pros:

Good view, nice people

Cons:

Bugs in the room

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Victoria family_with_children us
6
Overall, decent hotel for the price. Not a luxury room by in any means.
Pros:

Right on the beach
Had a tiki bar/ restaurant
Staff was friendly
Near Destin, but not in the middle of craziness and traffic

Cons:

Even though renovations have been made, it was more like they slapped paint over the old. Our ceiling in the bathroom was pealing off and looked to have mold.
When we arrived, our air conditioning unit was leaking water on the floor (we were told about it and given towels. We were also told we would be getting a discounted rate, that didn’t happen)

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Natalie family_with_children us
3
For the price, this place was deplorable.
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

For starters the listing we booked under had pictures of a blancony for the city view. To our surprise no one had balconies on the city view so all of our sandy beach items never dried out completely in the room.
2nd on day 3 after a very long day at a baseball tournament and beach time in the heat. Our key and door completely stopped working, we stood outside of our room for 20 minutes burnt, hot, and wet waiting on maintenance to fix our door. Also the pressure from the hallway would pop the door open when we were away. We came back to an open door after a long day at the ball field, thankfully nothing was missing. Another time I was showering while my family went to grab a snack. I left the latch open so they could come back in. I got out of the shower to find the door wide open, and no family near by.
3rd the newly renovated room had a toilet that was so lose it nearly lifted everytime you sat down or got up. The painters decided to skip painting the back of the toilet which was an eye sore. Also the new tv console with a sliding door for the refrigeration, microwave, and 2 drawers was off center to where the drawers could not be opened for additional space.
4th for 350$ a night I would expect cleaning services daily while not in the room. When calling the front desk to inquire on cleaning rotations I was told they only clean at check out and will occasionally refill towels.
5th at checkout when looking under the bed for items left behind. Lots of mold was found on the underside of the bed skirt. I have pictures if needed.
6th the pool is heated, it’s summer. In Florida. It was so hot it was almost intolerable. Also the pool closes at 9. The sun has barely set and they lock every thing up for the evening. So no after dinner swims can be had at this location.
7th the laundry services are pricey at 2$ to wash and 2$ to dry. There was only 2 decent washers that were not riddled with sand.
8th at check in 100$ is collected for damages, its really to park.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Micaela family_with_children us
8
We had a wonderful stay at the hotel and beach. Our summer vacation was great!
Pros:

So close to beach. Walking distance. Could rent umbrella and chairs. Nice pool. Very cozy.

Cons:

Some updates would be nice but for the price you get what you get. Still great value for the cost.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Brittany family_with_children us
10
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Amanda couple us
10
This is our 5th time staying here. We keep coming back bc it’s a nice clean place that’s not too expensive. We always
Pros:

Very clean and close to the ocean. Everything we needed was right there. Beautiful white sand and clear emerald waters.

Cons:

The towels at the pool were only there some of the time. That’s literally the only thing I can complain about. Everything was nice.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Janet couple us
6
Not sure if we will return here . It says renovated and we had the exact same room as last year with no upgrades and not
Pros:

We love the location and vibe

Cons:

Seems like they are letting a lot of people off the streets hang out and the check in person was sort of rude and not helpful. This is the first time we’ve not been happy here.

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Linda couple us
1
Wasn’t worth the hassle of fighting off roaches from your stuff or the rats playing in the bushes outside. Yes I have vi
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Roaches and rates

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Christian family_with_children us
9
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Thomas couple us
8
We like it and will be back
Pros:

Easy access to the beach, pools were nice, food was good at the tiki bar and donut shop.

Cons:

Rooms need updating for the price we paid

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Jessica couple us
10
We loved everything and will be staying here again
Pros:

Location and comfort

Cons:

N/A

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Lewis family_with_children us
2
It was kind of more an inconvenience respectfully
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Cleanliness, Outdated, Mold, Not comfortable

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth family_with_children us
9
Pros:

The view, cleanliness, and promptness of the staff when I had a question.

Cons:

Had to have maintenance come turn on the ac.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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sltvan Family Somerset, Kentucky
6
Pretty Good
Pros:

It was very loud at night when trying to go to sleep. Then in the morning early there were birds right outside our window that woke us up. We loved getting clean towels every day though and how close we were to the beach! The amenities were also great and convenient!

2026-06-27 via Tripadvisor
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deabney Friends getaway New Iberia, Louisiana
10
Beautiful place to stay with family and friends.
Pros:

The room was clean, comfortable beds, easy access to the beach, and friendly staff. Maintenance was provided and prompt. We would definitely stay here again.

2026-06-27 via Tripadvisor
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Nguyen family_with_children us
8
2026-06-27 via Nuitee