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Emerald Towers 206 - 1784246 vs The Island Resort At Fort Walton Beach
Both Emerald Towers and The Island, by Hotel RL are rated highly by professional reviewers. On balance, Emerald Towers ranks slightly better than The Island, by Hotel RL. Emerald Towers comes in at #29 in Destin with recommendations from 1 reviewers including Oyster.
Emerald Towers 206 - 1784246
Oyster
1044 East Highway 98, Destin, FL 32541
From $161 /night
- Free Internet
- Laundy Room
- Smoking Rooms
- Pool
- Fitness Center
- Free Parking
Oyster
Budget
"This 82-unit resort soars above the coastline, and offers beautiful views of the Gulf of Mexico from its multi-bedroom condos."
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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February 22, 2024
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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.
