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Emerald Grande at HarborWalk VillagevsThe Island Resort At Fort Walton Beach
Both properties are rated very highly by expert writers. Overall, Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village is the choice of most reviewers compared to The Island, by Hotel RL. Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village comes in at 82 with positive reviews from 2 sources such as Fodor's, Oyster.
Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village
Fodor's
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
10 Harbor Boulevard, Destin, FL 32541
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's "Even locals seek out the views at this harborfront destination within a destination, with luxurious hotel accommodations and a full menu of amenities." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The massive Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village is a significant presence in the Destin skyline." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Guests at this beachfront hotel with one-, two-, and three-bedroom condo-style accommodations, all with full kitchens and washers and dryers...experience one of the best views of Destin’s East Pass"
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."
This Florida Destination Is Unlike Any Other Part of the State — Experiencing All 4 Seasons
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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.
