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3.5-star beachfront resort near Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
On the beach
Within a 10-minute walk of the resort, you'll find Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park and Emerald Coast Convention Center. Wayside Park and Wild Willy's Adventure Zone are also within half a mile (1 km).
Renovated in 2020
This eco-friendly resort features 2 outdoor pools and 3 bars/lounges. Enjoy beachfront dining and relax with sun loungers and beach umbrellas. There's fun for all ages with mini golf and a children's pool, and barbecue grills are available on site.
Free WiFi, comfy beds
Boasting comforts like pillowtop beds and premium bedding, the 335 guestrooms also offer free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels. Other amenities include free local calls, showers, and desks.
The Island by Hotel RL ratings based on 45 Verified Reviews
Review Summary
3.9
out of 5
4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort3.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition3.5 out of 5.0
Guest reviews for The Island by Hotel RL
Everyone (22)Couples (9)Family (12)
5 out of 5
The hotel is absolutely perfect, so much to offer, 2 pools, bars and restaurants. This place will definitely be our home away from home.
Posted by Kelly, from Indiana on Nov 6, 2020
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Comment from Hotel Management
Nov 6, 2020
by Alexis
Thank you Mrs. Kelly for the positive feedback. We look forward to hosting you again in the near future.
5 out of 5
Posted by a verified traveler on Sep 29, 2020
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Comment from Hotel Management
Sep 30, 2020
by Jackie
Thank you so much for your positive rating! We hope you had an amazing stay and will come back to see us again soon. :)
5 out of 5
Great pool, clean room. Grotto Bar closes super early though, closed when baby goes down = no grown up grotto time. Pool side room is the bees knees
Posted by Doodoodaddy, from Fort Walton Beach on Sep 4, 2020
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Comment from Hotel Management
Sep 4, 2020
by Alexis
Thank you for the positive feedback.
5 out of 5
The Island was amazing. The rooms were clean and well-maintained. We were able to arrive at the hotel and never needed to leave for anything. Great vacation experience!
Posted by Clay, from Glasgow, KY on Sep 1, 2020
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Comment from Hotel Management
Sep 1, 2020
by Alyssa
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!
5 out of 5
Posted by a verified traveler on Aug 26, 2020
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Comment from Hotel Management
Aug 27, 2020
by Alexis
Thank you for the positive feedback.
5 out of 5
The Island is in a wonderful location. Check-in was easy. Check-out was easy. The pools are great for the kids and the beach is right behind the hotel. We got a standard room but it was in a great location, right on the corner where we could see both pools, even though the girl at the front desk said she didn't have either a pool view or beach view. Luckily, it was on the inside instead of the outside. Rooms on the outside just get a parking lot view. I guess we just lucked out. There are several restaurants on the property with good food and drinks. If you want to venture out, there are some good restaurant and bar options right next to the hotel. The boardwalk is close, too. All in all, we had a great 3 day vacation. The weather was perfect, the room was good with comfortable beds, and the kids had a great time. We'll definitely be back in the future!
Posted by Suki, from Orlando, FL on Aug 4, 2020
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Comment from Hotel Management
Aug 6, 2020
by Alexis
Thank you for the feedback. Glad you enjoyed your stay here at The Island. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
4 out of 5
Posted by a verified traveler on Aug 4, 2020
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Aug 4, 2020
by Alexis
Thank you for the rating.
5 out of 5
Beautiful pool very convient location to resturants friendly staff
Posted by Anita, from Nj on Jul 20, 2020
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Comment from Hotel Management
Jul 20, 2020
by Alexis
Thank you for the positive feedback and rating.
2 out of 5
Advertised to have kitchen and hair dryers. Our room had only fridge - no hair dryer.
The one bed squeaked so loudly it woke up other guest. Bathroom door also squeaked loudly. Very over priced for what you get.
Never book again
Posted by Dmcbrayer, from Tupelo ms on Jun 17, 2020
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Comment from Hotel Management
Jun 17, 2020
by Sherri
On behalf of our entire team, please accept our sincerest apologies for our hotel not living up to your expectations. None of our rooms are equipped with a kitchen.We hope you will consider giving us another opportunity to serve you in the future.
Thank You,
The Island Team
4 out of 5
My room was very clean when I arrived, I just wish there were more decor in the wall. Although they were going through renovations it didn’t put a damper on guests. The staff was pleasant from the time of check-in to check out. I especially appreciate the late night clerk that allowed me to purchase some sweets when I was having a bad sweet tooth. I look forward to returning for another relaxing stay.
Posted by a verified traveler on Jan 18, 2020
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Comment from Hotel Management
Jan 19, 2020
by Rachael
Thank you for your positive feedback. We are happy to hear your stay was enjoyable and our staff was hospitable. I will pass along your decor comments to our management team. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities like umbrellas and sun loungers. Bring your whole family to The Island by Hotel RL for summer fun including 2 outdoor swimming pools, mini golf, and a children's pool. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a swim-up bar. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. This eco-friendly resort also offers a garden and a terrace. A complete renovation of The Island by Hotel RL was completed in April 2020. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Fort Walton Beach resort.
335 guestrooms or units
2 dining venues
3 bars or lounges
14000 sq ft of conference space
1301 sq m of conference space
Built in 1969
Bar on the beach
Bar by the pool
Swim-up bar
Coffee shop
Beach lounge chairs
Umbrellas for the beach
Poolside lounge chairs
Business facilities
Conference space
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Storage area for luggage
Concierge
Terrace
Garden
BBQ grill(s)
Outdoor picnic space
Newspapers in lobby (free)
ATM
Elevator
Smoking in designated areas
Family Friendly Amenities
Family property
Number of outdoor pools - 2
Children's pool
Free WiFi
Laundry facilities
Miniature golf on site
Internet
Available in all rooms:
Free WiFi
Available in some public areas:
Free WiFi
, Free wired Internet
The Island by Hotel RL offers 335 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Premium satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.
Pillowtop beds
Television
Satellite channels
Premium channels
Luxury bedding
Shower
Housekeeping (daily)
Local calls (free)
Toiletries (free)
Telephone
Desk
Blackout drapes
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Connecting rooms available
Food & Drink
Fish House - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Island Grill - This café serves lunch only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Tripp Tide Beach Bar - This bar is located on the beach. Open daily.
Nearby Activities
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Water skiing nearby
Miniature golf on site
Golfing nearby
Boat tours nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Golf lessons available nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible bathroom
Roll-in shower
In-room accessibility
Assistive listening devices available
Braille or raised signage
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Hotel Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Check-in time ends at midnight
Minimum check-in age is: 21
Special check-in instructions:
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Check-out
Check-out by 11 AM
Payment types
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Up to 2 children stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Pet Policy
No pets allowed
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges. This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.Disinfectant is used to clean the property.Social distancing measures are in place.
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Protective clothing is not available to guests
Staffed front desk
Social distancing measures are in place
Credit card pre-authorization
No rollaway/extra beds available
No cribs (infant beds) available
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Number of children who can stay free - 2
Debit cards
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
Breakage deposit: USD 150.00 per stay (for guests under 25 years old)
Resort fee (May 28 - September 06): USD 15.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
Beach access
Beach towels
Business center/computer access
Self parking
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property, but they may vary based on length of stay or the room booked.
Optional extras
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You should know
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Awards & Affiliations
Green / Sustainable Property This property participates in Green Key Eco-Rating Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.
Free parking is not available at this resort.
The Island by Hotel RL is 10.2 mi (20-min drive) away from the Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
The Island by Hotel RL features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
This resort is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
There are no spa services available at this resort.
The Island by Hotel RL does not offer free breakfast.
Check-in is from 4 PM - midnight.
Airport shuttle services are not available at The Island by Hotel RL.
*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
