Where to stay in South Bayou
Find the best South Bayou areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about South Bayou
Okaloosa Island
6 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
Okaloosa Island is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Fort Walton Beach.
Downtown Fort Walton Beach
1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
If you're spending some time in Downtown Fort Walton Beach, Santa Rosa Sound and Indian Temple Mound Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Seabreeze
While visiting Seabreeze, you might make a stop by sights like Emerald Coast Science Center and Santa Rosa Sound.
Beal Parkway
When in Beal Parkway, you can plan a visit to Okaloosa Island Beach and Wild Willy's Adventure Zone, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Elliot's Point
While visiting Elliot's Point, you might make a stop by sights like Choctawhatchee Bay and Santa Rosa Sound.
Top hotels in South Bayou
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500 Fort Walton Beach FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
2.269.974 ₫
3.484.993 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very good! (3,733 reviews)
"Overall, we had a good experience at The Island Resort and I would stay here again. It’s a really cool and unique property with a lot of potential, and the location is excellent. You’re right on the beach, which is definitely the biggest perk. Our room was very clean and comfortable, and we enjoyed ..."
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026
Hyatt House Destin
4415 Legendary Dr Destin FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
2.417.442 ₫
2.731.710 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
220 Scenic Gulf Drive Miramar Beach FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
2.216.768 ₫
2.482.780 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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