Four Points By Sheraton Destin - Fort Walton Beach
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Four Points By Sheraton Destin - Fort Walton Beach Review
The Four Points By Sheraton Destin - Fort Walton Beach is a 3-star beachfront hotel that offers a perfectly balanced stay for the modern traveler. Situated on Okaloosa Island, the property is within walking distance to popular attractions such as Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park and Destin Boardwalk. The hotel features 216 well-appointed rooms, each offering a comfortable stay with amenities such as premium bedding, laptop-friendly workspaces, and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy breathtaking views of the ocean from full glass windows and doors leading to a balcony, or opt for a courtyard view. The bathrooms in some rooms are equipped with a hot tub and a shower, while all bathrooms provide a hairdryer and guest toiletries. The hotel also offers a 24-hour business center for guests' convenience.
The property boasts three on-site restaurants - Dempsey's Lounge and Restaurant, Paradise Cove, and KiWi's beach-front hut and café - providing delicious options for everyone's taste buds. Guests can start their day with a buffet breakfast in the restaurant, or enjoy a favorite cocktail at the seasonal Upper Deck Bar, which offers panoramic views from the pool. For those looking for nearby dining options, there are various restaurants within 450 meters of the hotel, including Salvati's Pizza Factory and Yogo Mogos, offering American cuisine and a dessert restaurant, respectively.
The hotel's prime location on Okaloosa Island offers guests easy access to the beach and is within walking distance to various dining options. Guests can also visit popular attractions such as the Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park and Destin Boardwalk. With convenient transportation options, including a 15-minute drive from Elgin Air Force Base and the Northwest Florida Regional Airport, and a proximity to Destin Executive Airport, guests can easily explore the surrounding areas. Additionally, the hotel is situated on the main strip in Fort Walton but is just a short drive from the bustling area of Destin, offering guests the best of both worlds in terms of location and accessibility.
Families will appreciate the shallow kid-dedicated splash pool where children can safely enjoy the water. The hotel also provides free on-site games such as ping-pong and beach volleyball for both adults and kids to enjoy. With direct beach access, the hotel offers a convenient and enjoyable stay for families looking for entertainment options.
At the Four Points By Sheraton Destin - Fort Walton Beach, guests can relax and unwind in various ways. The hotel features two outdoor pools, including an outdoor heated swimming pool, where guests can take a refreshing dip or lounge on the sun loungers. There is also a hot tub for ultimate relaxation and beach access for stunning views of the Emerald Coast. The property offers a sun terrace and a garden area, providing serene spaces to unwind and soak up the sun.
Impressions
Positives and negatives
- Perfect brand-new hotel with amazing views of the beach.
- Particularly good location within a 20-minute walk from Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum.
- Nestled in a beach area surrounded by a hill and a park.
- Free and satisfactory breakfast included.
- Great outdoor restaurant with local fare.
- Outdoor bar with mixed drinks and delicious bites.
- Fantastic service and excellent facilities.
- Rates are good.
- Bathrooms get mixed reviews and might be quite small.
- Wi-Fi was rather slow for such a hotel.
Key Features
- outdoor swimming pool
- beachfront
- private parking
- free wifi
- non-smoking rooms
- family rooms
- tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- bar
- private beach area
- good breakfast
Rooms
Facilities
Facilities
- AM/FM alarm clock
Rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Dining facilities
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Relax
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Jacuzzi
- Fitness centre
- Water sports
- Golf course
Activities for Kids
- Children's menu
Reviews
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Island Time and Maxim Magic Show 720 m (2362 ft)
- Crab Island Watersports 550 m (1804 ft)
- Indian Temple Mound Museum 1.53 km (5020 ft)
- Fort Walton Beach Landing Park 1.29 km (4232 ft)
- Emerald Coast Convention Center 170 m (558 ft)
- Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum 1.48 km (4856 ft)
- The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island 470 m (1542 ft)
- Wayside Park 590 m (1936 ft)