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Candlewood Suites Destin-Sandestin Area, an IHG Hotel vs The Island Resort At Fort Walton Beach
Candlewood Suites Destin-Sandestin and The Island, by Hotel RL are both highly recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Candlewood Suites Destin-Sandestin is preferred by most professionals compared to The Island, by Hotel RL. Candlewood Suites Destin-Sandestin comes in at 82 with recommendations from 2 publications like Lonely Planet, Oyster.
Candlewood Suites Destin-Sandestin Area, an IHG Hotel
Oyster
Lonely Planet
11396 US 98 West, Destin, FL 33025
From $75 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Pool
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Property features include an outdoor pool, fitness center, and even a barbecue area."
Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Smart, practical rooms and extra-courteous staff make this modern highway hotel at the eastern extent of town a good-value offering."
Full review
The Island Resort At Fort Walton Beach
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
1500 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
From $99 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
Fodor's
"At this family-friendly, beachside resort activity revolves around a 194,000-gallon pool (allegedly the area's largest) with a spectacular swim-through waterfall and a bar in the Grotto's rock wall."
Full review
Travel + Leisure
"It’s close to a lot of action, so visitors can choose what they want to do...on-site amenities include direct beach access, a grotto-style pool, and fire pits for maximizing sunset right on the sand."
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“It’s close to a lot of action, so visitors can choose what they want to do,” says Fogg, who suggests a stroll to the Okaloosa Island Pier or Veterans Park, right across the street.
