El Matador 315 • Beautiful Beachfront Condo, Walkout Level near Ocean with Beach View

Fort Walton Beach, Florida
$274 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Condo

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

El Matador Resort / Okaloosa Island / 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath / Sleeps 4 / No Pets / No Smoking

FEATURES:
Beach Front / Beach Service Chairs and Umbrella / Direct Beach Access / Private Beach / Sleeps 4 / Gated Resort / Spa / Gym / Reception Area

DETAILED DESCRIPTION:
Discover the ultimate beach escape in Unit 315, perfectly situated in Building 3 of the renowned El Matador Resort. This unique ground-level condo offers unparalleled convenience, allowing you to walk directly from your private patio to the pool or the sugar-white sands of the Gulf, both of which remain within easy eyesight.

Inside, the spacious open-concept living and dining area provides the perfect layout for family relaxation, complete with a smart flat-screen TV for movie nights. Both bedrooms have been thoughtfully updated with brand-new bedding and modern TVs to ensure the highest level of comfort available at the resort. After a day in the sun, refresh in the upscale bathroom featuring a sleek, modern walk-in shower. For added convenience, communal washers and dryers are located just steps away near the elevator lobby on each floor.

SLEEPING:
• Master Bedroom: King
• Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa

EXTRAS:
• 1 Set of Complementary Beach Service (March1-October 31)
• Private wifi offers connections for all your devices.
• Your reservation will include a complimentary starter supply of laundry detergents, dish detergents, and toiletries.
• We provide bath towels, wash cloths, and bath mats, as well as a starter set of bath and face soaps.
• Enjoy a quick workout in the complex's centrally located exercise room, lounge around the pool or take a one-minute walk to the white sandy beach of Fort Walton.
• Guests will receive a complete guide to local activities, shopping, and dining via our free Guest App upon booking. A few of our favorites are listed there.

RESORT & AREA:
El Matador Resort, located at 909 Santa Rosa Blvd in Fort Walton Beach, is a premier gated destination on the quiet western end of Okaloosa Island. The resort features a 24-hour security checkpoint and 12 acres of manicured lawns with peaceful walking paths. Guests enjoy two large swimming pools, a full exercise gym, and dedicated his and her spas. For active recreation, there are on-site basketball and tennis courts, plus a large reception hall available for private parties or meetings.

The resort sits on a stunning 30-mile stretch of natural sand barrier known for its sugar-white powdery sand and unique emerald green water. These beaches are kept immaculately clean and safe by Okaloosa County authorities. Just a mile away, the Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier and the Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park offer family fun with performing dolphins, walruses, and penguins.

The local area is packed with entertainment, from putt-putt golf at Wild Willy's Adventure Zone to vibrant nightlife at The Boardwalk. See some of our favorite dining locals below. El Matador provides the perfect secure base to explore the best of the Emerald Coast.

Parking: Free gated parking is provided for this unit for up to 2 vehicles near your condo. Spaces are uncovered, and unmarked.

Food: A convenience store is just a few minute's hop. For full grocery hauls, you're just a short drive from Publix at Shoppes at Paradise Pointe or nearby Winn-Dixie, making snack time and meal prep stress-free. Dining options near the resort include Beachview Breakfast and Grill just a 2-minute walk away. The Shack, a local staple for waterfront seafood within a short drive of the villa. Also, for a quick and highly-rated lunch, Stewby's Seafood Shanty which serves some of the freshest grilled fish, or try The Gulf which offers a unique outdoor dining experience right on the water. Old Bay Steamer is the go-to spot for those craving massive steamer pots of crab and shrimp. All within minutes.

Beach Service: One set (2 chairs and 1 umbrella) are provided complimentary with your reservation daily between Mar 1 and Oct 31. The beach service vendor will set the chairs up 8am-9am typically. Chairs are typically claimed as guests arrive. You will be able to reserve an available set of chairs with a towel, beach bag, etc. It is recommended that you reserve your chairs early while availability is plentiful. Additional sets may be purchased by speaking with the vendor upon arrival. Private chairs and canopies up to 10'x10' are generally allowed barring they do not interfere with the beach service access and/or view.

Pool: El Matador Resort features two outdoor swimming pools on its 12-acre grounds. One pool is located near the beach, while the second pool is centrally located and heated seasonally. The resort includes a community center equipped with separate indoor whirlpools and saunas for men and women. A fitness center is also available on-site for guest use.

PROVISIONS
• Must be 25 yrs old to reserve and occupy this property.
• Completed and signed Rental Agreement must be received within 24 hours (via email)
• Vehicles are limited to passenger vehicles only. No RVs or Trailers
• No Smoking in unit or on balcony
• Check-In 4pm, Check-Out 10am
• Early Arrivals - Please plan to arrive at 4pm. If it is imperative that you check in before 4pm, we suggest reserving an extra night. However, you will be automatically notified by email if your room is ready before 4pm. The resort facilities and amenities are available to use while waiting.

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  • Feature Features
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  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    On The Beach
  • SAFETY

    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 Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 800 Sq Ft (74 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill
  • POOL/SPA

    Heated Pool Hot Tub Sauna Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Shower Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Fitness Center Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Sailing Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Tennis On Site Theme Parks Nearby Water Park Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near Outlet Shopping Near The Ocean
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Limited Housekeeping
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Elevator Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Shari W.

    Submitted Jan 9, 2026

    Stayed Jul 5, 2025

    We have stayed at El Matador one other time in the same building but a different unit and it was absolutely wonderful. This stay was not that. Upon checking in the unit was dirty. There was sand on the floors, sand in the bed, the ceiling in the bathroom looked like it may fall in (we found some ceiling paint/pieces in the toilet throughout our stay), we saw several roaches on the floor throughout our stay and gnats were coming up the garbage disposal. We didn't use the garbage disposal while we were there. If you walked barefoot at all in the unit your feet would be black. We aren't ones to complain, we don't expect the nicest things. We come here for the beautiful beach. But this unit was gross. We didn't mind that it's outdated, but it needs a serious deep clean, some repairs, and sprayed for bugs. Being on the ground level was the only good part about this unit. We'll be coming back to El matador but definitely staying in a different unit.

  • Amanda G.

    Submitted Jun 18, 2025

    Stayed May 29, 2025

    Excellent location! Super clean! Very pleased with our stay!

  • Submitted May 27, 2025

    Stayed May 22, 2025

    The condo was obviously not cleaned prior to our arrival. There was dirt on the floor, particles all over the kitchen counter, coffee machine was disgusting, sand in the bed and under the sheets, sand on the recliner. Ceilings looked like they were about to cave in and the curtains in the bedroom are basically nonexistent. The check out is ridiculous. They want you to take the trash out and take the sheets off the bed and basicallyact like you are the house keeper, plus, they deactivate the door code at 9am even thought check out is at 10am. We also encountered several roaches in the condoThe only good thing about this place is the location.

  • Kelli W.

    Submitted Jan 22, 2025

    Stayed Jan 1, 2025

    The location is perfect…steps(100) to the white sand beach. The facilities are nice and we feel at home here. When some minor issues have arisen, Rhonda and her team have been quick to respond. Communication is very good!

  • Kim W.

    Submitted Jan 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 13, 2024

    Always in joy staying in this unit. So easy getting to beach and pool. The one and only thing is the umbrella situation. You have to mark yours every morning they will not put your name or unit number on it. Everything else is great nice people everywhere to.

  • Dinisha S.

    Submitted May 11, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    I love staying at El Matador It's quite and convenient to everything

  • Kim W.

    Submitted Feb 29, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Thought I wrote this on our 2023 trip didn't see my discount. We wouldn't stay anywhere else. The bottom floor is so handy and the great grass is good for your feet and children. Only problem I have is the umbrella man. Have my trip booked for 2024 already maybe they have a new umbrella man. Hope to get my discount to.

  • Lisa R.

    Submitted Nov 2, 2023

    Stayed Oct 18, 2023

    Loved this rental, would highly recommend.

  • Heather P.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2023

    Stayed Oct 2, 2023

    Loved the location of this rental. Great clean place to stay and enjoy ourselves. Highly recommend and can’t wait to book this one again!

  • George L.

    Submitted Aug 28, 2023

    Stayed Aug 19, 2023

    Condo just as described. Stay here without any concerns. Condo well stocked, great location, comfortable bed, easy walk to beach and pool area.

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