Wavecrest Lodge

2.5 star property
Beachfront hotel with outdoor pool, near Okaloosa Island Beach

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Unwind in paradise at Fairfield Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach-West Destin, with an outdoor pool and direct access to Okaloosa Island Beach. Start your day with breakfast, stay active at the gym or connect in the business center - previous guests rave about the beachside locale and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping

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About the neighborhood

Map
540 Santa Rosa Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548

What's nearby

  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fort Walton Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gi Jade - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Ave - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Wavecrest Lodge

Wavecrest Lodge offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. For a bit of exercise, you can visit the fitness center or go for a swim in the outdoor pool. A snack bar/deli and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and beach location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 87 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 23
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 23
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

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

What to do

  • On the beach

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop garden
  • Garden
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Lowered peephole/view port in door
  • Lowered locks/deadbolt
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Netflix

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

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, Union Pay
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Recreational vehicles, boats, and trailers are not allowed at this property.

Frequently asked questions

Does Wavecrest Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Wavecrest Lodge 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 Wavecrest Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Wavecrest Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Wavecrest Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Wavecrest Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Wavecrest Lodge and nearby?

Wavecrest Lodge has an outdoor pool and a fitness center, as well as a garden.

What's the area around Wavecrest Lodge like?

Wavecrest Lodge is a short 1-minute walk from Okaloosa Island Beach and 3 minutes' walk from Santa Rosa Sound. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Wavecrest Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property offers direct access to the beach with convenient and easy access for guests. (83 reviews)
  • Breakfast options were plentiful, varied daily, and well-stocked with attentive staff. (60 reviews)
  • The pool was a great perk, perfect for relaxation and a convenient location near the beach. (19 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast was amazing
Tina, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good place to stay.
JULIANA, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel.
Hunter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Definitely will stay here again
Josh, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was nice. It was right on the beach. It was clean and the breakfast was above the standard fair which we enjoyed.
Susan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

every thing was great. great location to the beach, staff was very attentive. just wish there were a few more restaurants within walking distance, the pool was small
REGINA, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff
Tracy, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Check in was easy and fast, customer service was excellent. The beach view was great and very easy to access.
Rochelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was exceptionally clean and the bed was probably one of the most comfortable hotel beds I’ve ever slept in! Easy access to the beach.
Alex, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel !! From check in to check out this hotel has everything you would look for. Comfort, quiet, parking, beach access, excellent breakfast and amazing staff! A no brainer for booking at a great price. See you next time!
Brett, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beach view
Sidney, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay close to the beach.
Ashley, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it! Will go there again! Highly recommended.
Russell, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy access to the beach
Griselda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

everything about this hotel is great. Good price, easy to get to, good parking and right on the beach so you can come and go from your room to the beach quickly. I have stayed here 3 years in a row and will be back again next year. quick to drive to everything around the area too.
James, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice for a relaxing stay at the beach
Janene, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I wished there was a tikibar but overall my stay was great.
David Jae, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great beach..
Francisco, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Place is an average hotel.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was perfect!
Brandy, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Staff were very friendly property was clean. Breakfast could have been better. And beds we
Alicia, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Food was ok
Daniel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Emily, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was close to the beach.
Gloria, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is nice and clean, has friendly staff and is in a great location!
Courtney, 1-night trip