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El Matador 561 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions!

Condo with kitchen, 8-minute walk to Okaloosa Island Beach

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A heated pool
TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 696 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Place, Fort Walton Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Rosa Sound
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the area

Fort Walton Beach

At this condo you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Okaloosa Island Beach and Santa Rosa Sound. .Condo features a washing machine, free WiFi and 2 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A balcony, a sofa bed and a living room are also available. .Enjoy the water park, gym, Hot tub and sauna. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, barbecues and a lift.
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What's nearby

  • Fort Walton Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Santa Rosa Sound - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 6 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lost Pizza Co. Ft Walton - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

El Matador 561 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions!

Just Renovated in 2021! This unit combines soothing neutrals and with touches of sea blues and greens to awaken the senses and renew your spirit! Enjoy plenty of seating and elbow room in this two bedroom, two bathroom condo at the beach. The kitchen is fully furnished with everything you need to enjoy morning breakfast at the breakfast bar or grab a cup of coffee and enjoy it on your balcony which overlooks the calm bay. The master bedroom has a king size bed while the guest bedroom has a queen size bed. The sofa sleeper in the living room will accommodate two allowing this unit to sleep 6 people comfortably. Escape to the Emerald Coast and make memories at El Matador.

El Matador Condominiums are located next to 17 miles of uninhabited beach. To make your Florida vacation unforgettable, our beach resort offers an array of amenities which includes two pools (one is heated seasonally), tennis/pickle ball and basketball courts, a fitness center, whirlpools, saunas, meeting rooms and more! Resting on over 12 acres, El Matador is beautifully landscaped and meticulously attended featuring lush palm trees and manicured lawn. The resort is accented by surrounding sugar-white sand, the sparkling surf, and is convenient to many unique shopping establishments fine restaurants and a variety of water sports.

Age Requirement: NO reservations will be accepted for singles under the age of 25 unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. A parent or legal guardian shall be allowed to supervise no more than 3 individuals under the age of 25. Parent or legal guardian MUST occupy the same room as those they are supervising. Any reservations made under false pretenses will forfeit all prepaid rents and deposits and will be required to vacate the unit.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 1,038 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to El Matador 561 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions!?

Yep, El Matador 561 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions! is a short 8-minute walk from Okaloosa Island Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find motor boats.

Does El Matador 561 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions! have a pool?

El Matador 561 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions! has a heated pool and a communal pool.

Does El Matador 561 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions! have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What makes El Matador 561 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions! a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and private balconies help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at El Matador 561 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions!.

Is there a private hot tub at El Matador 561 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions!?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Matador 561 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions!?

No, El Matador 561 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at El Matador 561 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at El Matador 561 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions!?

No, pets are not allowed.

El Matador 561 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location at the end of the beach! Loved the 2 pools, we swam there every night
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blake C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible!

Our stay was absolutely perfect, could not have asked for anything more
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mairy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and convenient

We loved that the property is on the end of the strip. The place was clean, had nice amenities, beautiful sunset views from balcony, easy access to beach and heated pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Week

Enjoyed the great weather. Naval museum, armament museum, Fort Pickens were great attractions. Watching the osprey do practice runs, C-17 and F-22 raptors were amazing to watch. Good local restaurants and central to great shopping. The resort has everything you need. Very clean and well decorated.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

steve w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location, Beautiful Apartment

Great location, clean, had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hillary T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

So quiet and not super crowded, would definitely stay here again. The laundry was very inconvenient though.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Great place. Very clean. As femals traveling alone we felt very safe.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family wedding

The property was just beautiful.. the view amazing.. We were very pleased with everything
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness

great place

great property
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Florida Trip So Far!!!

The condo was fantastic!! My only complaint was how expensive it was to wash clothes. The beach access was wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaime C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Property was great!

Property was great and as described! Would highly recommend and will stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelli B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Razorback Mom

The condo was a nice size. The rug was stained in the living room but other than that it was very clean. The view was still pretty looking into the bay but if you want ocean view this isn’t it. The condo is still on the same side of the road as the beach but it’s at the back of the complex. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sonya F., Clarkesville, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet, End of Road Location

The location was at the end of public access of the island. More residential than vacation-oriented which is a great plus. The two pools were well maintained. Great tennis court and basketball court. Charcoal grills were a nice addition outside the building. Sidewalks and grounds well-maintained. Easy access to the beach with a small pavilion with built-in benches. A guard at the entrance to the property does expect to be well-informed of all guests and parking situations. Nice lobby area inside the building. Shopping carts, as well as luggage carts, available to get items to your room. We stayed in Building 5, street side. Plenty of parking. Fitness area was also clean. Thick walls between condos, couldn't really hear the neighbors or we had really quiet neighbors. :) Nice beachy furnishings. Would definitely stay here again. Perfect space for two couples, bedrooms not close together. Kitchen area is small but plenty enough space for two people to cook and work in.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding trip

Very pleasant place to stay and we enjoyed the beach and pool
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Had a wonderful time!

It had everything we needed and then some!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Jill M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay in cooler weather

Great location. We had a cool week so it was nice to have a heated pool that was protected From the wind. Easy access to the beach. Condo floor was very dirty. Luckily there was a mop so we mopped the first day and then it was fine. We would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Eric W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to stay

This was an easy experience with no issues in renting this property. Pictures listed were accurate and it came with everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brittany W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy

Room was clean and cozy. Easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

The condo was very clean and updated. We really enjoyed our stay. I would definitely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle R.

El Matador is very nice!

We loved staying here. The condo was nice and accommodating. We loved being able to walk to the beach! It was a great overall experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018