The Best Hotels in South Bayou, Fort Walton Beach - 2026 Updated Prices

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1. Wavecrest Lodge

Okaloosa Island, 3.4 km from South Bayou

Jason

3.973.892 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A beach with a row of blue umbrellas and beach chairs.

2. Beal House Fort Walton Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Okaloosa Island, 3.9 km from South Bayou

Heather

3.125.311 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and two chairs. There are three wall-mounted lights and a chandelier.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach

Downtown Fort Walton Beach, 2.7 km from South Bayou

Mark

2.594.942 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A beach with clear skies, a sandy shore, and a few beach umbrellas.

4. Sundrift Inn

Okaloosa Island, 3.7 km from South Bayou

Andres

3.568.843 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A reception area with a reception desk, two green armchairs, a beige sofa, and a potted plant.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach-Eglin AFB

4.8 km from South Bayou

NICOLE

2.471.756 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items and a refrigerated display with beverages.

6. TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

Seabreeze, 2.4 km from South Bayou

Laurie

2.222.084 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern restaurant with a mix of seating options including tables and booths, a bar area, and a counter.

7. Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

Downtown Fort Walton Beach, 2.7 km from South Bayou

Charity

1.972.410 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with glass doors, a reception desk, and blue accent walls.

8. Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG

Seabreeze, 2.4 km from South Bayou

Luis

2.966.695 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern restaurant with wooden flooring, green cushioned seating, and pendant lighting.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Fort Walton Beach Hurlburt Area

Oakland, 2.6 km from South Bayou

Sandra

2.471.756 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A pool with a rocky waterfall feature, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

10. The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

Okaloosa Island, 4.9 km from South Bayou

Claudia

3.484.993 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A beach with rows of green umbrellas and wooden lounge chairs.

11. Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

Okaloosa Island, 3.5 km from South Bayou

Dominica

2.621.560 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a beach and ocean.

12. Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach

Okaloosa Island, 4.4 km from South Bayou

Aristotle

4.187.614 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a large window providing natural light.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Mary Esther-Fort Walton Beach

3.6 km from South Bayou

Julia

2.504.948 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with clear blue water and white sand.

14. Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach

Okaloosa Island, 4.2 km from South Bayou

Jason

3.969.790 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A terrace with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water with palm trees and a distant cityscape.

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach

Downtown Fort Walton Beach, 2.8 km from South Bayou

cindy

4.670.343 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

16. WoodSpring Suites Fort Walton Beach - Eglin AFB

Wright, 4.2 km from South Bayou

Emilee

1.909.260 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A resort pool area with palm trees, a beach view, and a clear blue sky.

17. Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG

Okaloosa Island, 4.4 km from South Bayou

Jinia

4.230.525 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a modern wall design.

18. Seabreeze Inn

Seabreeze, 2.6 km from South Bayou

Donald

1.641.228 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, and a coffee maker.

19. Candlewood Suites Ft Walton Bch - Hurlburt Area by IHG

Seabreeze, 2.7 km from South Bayou

Keith

2.962.276 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton Fort Walton Beach Eglin AirForce Base

Kenwood, 4.3 km from South Bayou

Brooke

3.227.529 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Where to stay in South Bayou

Find the best South Bayou areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A coastal cityscape with a long pier extending into turquoise waters, surrounded by buildings and a clear sky.

Okaloosa Island

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.

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Downtown Fort Walton Beach

If you're spending some time in Downtown Fort Walton Beach, Santa Rosa Sound and Indian Temple Mound Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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A riverbank with sand, grass, and trees.

Seabreeze

While visiting Seabreeze, you might make a stop by sights like Emerald Coast Science Center and Santa Rosa Sound.

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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.

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Elliot's Point

While visiting Elliot's Point, you might make a stop by sights like Choctawhatchee Bay and Santa Rosa Sound.

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Top South Bayou Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Destin near Henderson Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Nice lowkey spot. Quiet. Clean. Hardworking staff who keeps the property well maintained"

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

8/10 Good

"The property was located right on the beach with beautiful swimming pools between the property and the beach. It was decorated with beautiful palm trees and the balcony overlooked the pools and the beach. The room was tastefully decorated. The bed was very comfortable with a big screen tv at the foot of the bed. WiFi was available. The bathroom was clean and had plenty of towels and wash cloths. The service people were very nice and accommodating. Having the Manatee restraint on the property was convenient as well as the Wake Coffee cafe for breakfast. The price of the hotel was very reasonable. I will be staying there again."

Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin

10/10 Excellent

"Loved our stay. Pool was great and they had a few inflatables to float around on. Community areas were spacious. Great breakfast and helpful breakfast staff. My favorite small detail that I loved was the extra detachable shower head. Helped with all the sand after spending a day at the beach. My only complaint would be the fountain fixture in the hot tub. It needs fixed so you don't get sprayed in the face. Will definitely stay here again."

Sundrift Inn

10/10 Excellent

"My wife and I had a great experience staying at the Sundrift last week. It was our first time visiting the Destin / Fort Walton area of Florida, so we didn’t fully know what to expect, but the location of this hotel was perfect- right on the beach. It was a quieter beach than other hotels / resorts in the area, so we enjoyed the peace and quiet at this particular location. There also was a really good pizza place in between the hotel and beach, so that was convenient for a quick lunch on the beach or sitting by the hotel pool. Other than the location of the hotel, I’d say the other standout aspect of the Sundrift was the staff. Everyone we interacted with there was friendly and helpful. One of the staff members in particular (Anekia) was extremely helpful in accommodating us the first day we arrived, and in the following days of our stay as well. There’s also a very good Italian restaurant and bar on location at the hotel. The bar had a great happy hour, which we enjoyed on a couple of occasions, and the bartender (CJ) was friendly and attentive. As far as our room, it was very clean when we arrived, and the house keeping made sure our room was fully cleaned on a daily basis. It was also very quiet through the night. The only reason I’m giving the room 4 stars instead of 5 is that there was a bit of wear and tear, although certainly not significant. There also weren’t many wall hooks in the room and bathroom to hang towels, wet clothes from the beach, etc, although again,"

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in South Bayou?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Fort Walton Beach's South Bayou neighbourhood has to offer.

How many hotels will I find in South Bayou?

Book one of Expedia's 6 hotels and other accommodation options in South Bayou and start exploring everything Fort Walton Beach has to offer.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Bayou, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in South Bayou.

What are the top things to see and do in South Bayou?

A few places to visit in the area around South Bayou include Preston Hood Athletic Complex, Towncrest Shopping Center and Beltway Shopping Center. When you're sightseeing in Fort Walton Beach, Emerald Coast Science Center and Goofy Golf are also worth a stop.

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Our top choices for South Bayou hotels

1. Wavecrest Lodge

2. Beal House Fort Walton Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach

4. Sundrift Inn

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach-Eglin AFB

6. TRU by Hilton Fort Walton Beach, FL

7. Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West

8. Holiday Inn Express Fort Walton Beach Central by IHG

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Fort Walton Beach Hurlburt Area

10. The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

11. Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

12. Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Mary Esther-Fort Walton Beach

14. Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Walton Beach

16. WoodSpring Suites Fort Walton Beach - Eglin AFB

17. Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach by IHG

18. Seabreeze Inn

19. Candlewood Suites Ft Walton Bch - Hurlburt Area by IHG

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton Fort Walton Beach Eglin AirForce Base

Where to stay in South Bayou

Okaloosa Island

Downtown Fort Walton Beach

Seabreeze

Beal Parkway

Elliot's Point

Top South Bayou Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Destin near Henderson Beach

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