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Features
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PETS
No Pets Allowed -
BEACH
On The Beach -
DINING
Dining Table -
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
Gated Community -
KITCHEN
Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster -
LAUNDRY
Near Laundromat -
PARKING
Onsite Parking -
INTERNET
Free WiFi -
OUTDOORS
Balcony -
POOL/SPA
Heated Pool Hot Tub Sauna Shared/communal Pool -
BATHROOMS
1 Bathroom Shower Towels Provided -
LANGS SPOKEN
English -
THINGS TO DO
Basketball Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Center Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Golfing On Site Jet Skiing Nearby Kayak On Site Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Tennis On Site -
ENTERTAINMENT
DVD Player Games TV With Cable/satellite Service -
LIVING SPACES
Dining Room Living Room -
CLIMATE CONTROL
Air Conditioning Heating -
LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS
Near A Hospital -
SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES
Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board Phone -
SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY
Elevator Smoke-free Property
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Submitted Sep 5, 2025
Stayed Aug 30, 2025Amazing property El Matador never disappoints!!!
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Erin M.
Submitted Aug 18, 2025
Stayed Aug 10, 2025Check in was pretty easy, we had to pick up a key at the management office I don't think we received the code to the lock box but there was a nice man who (i think lived above the rental office) helped us out, so there was no issues with check in. The management office was literally down the street from the El Matador so it was so convenient. The unit overall was a nice size. The kitchen had everything we needed. Wish there was a Keurig coffee pot, unfortunately there was a older coffee pot so we didn't bother making coffee because we brought pods.
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Kelly C.
Submitted Jul 21, 2025
Stayed Jul 11, 2025Don’t let the following info discourage you from coming to the El Matador. Overall loved my vacation in the condo was nice, but I felt they could’ve put more time in cleaning tile floor(had footprints on the bottom of my socks) and the towel bar in the bathroom fell off the first day. Furniture was a little dark and outdated. I guess when going to the beach, you expect brighter more cheerful decor or at least I do. I definitely recommend El Matador and will continue to come back every year.
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Lisa A.
Submitted Jun 16, 2024
Stayed Jun 8, 2024Overall, the property is very well kept, especially for a much older property. Our stay was very pleasant, the only issues with our particular unit was the water pressure was not very strong on any of the faucets or the toilet but it was not bad enough to make a phone call to the property manager while we were there. The property manager stay in touch on a regular basis from the time we booked our stay until the day we checked in and that was very nice. Overall, everything went very smooth with the exception of the pool being closed for two days and no one really knew why but Apparently it had to be cleaned or something
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Judith D.
Submitted May 11, 2024
Stayed Dec 31, 1969Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The view is amazing. The unit is on the 4th floor giving you the dramatic views of the gorgeous Emerald Coast. Love that this complex is the last on the strip. While the balcony view gives you superb views of the beach, the front door gives you views of breathtaking sunsets, looking over miles and miles of unspoiled dunes. The added bonus of having complimentary beach chairs and umbrella service was a great feature! We didn't take advantage of the other bonus tickets that come with the unit. The boardwalk in Destin is only a short drive and McGuires Restaurant is a must! Unit 445 had everything you need (except for a hair dryer, so be prepared. I was told that other guests have stolen them, perhaps a dryer installed on the wall would be an option?) The mattress and linens were very comfortable as well as the living room furniture. An added bonus was a bookcase filled with books, and a flashlight for your night stroll on the beach! Unit 445 is Perfect placement. Great communication from the Hollis agency.
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Kim H.
Submitted Sep 30, 2023
Stayed Dec 31, 1969Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great condo with everything you need! Comfy bed great view and nice deck chairs.
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Susie B.
Submitted Jul 18, 2023
Stayed Dec 31, 1969Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was such a great experience. Have always stayed on ground floor but wanted to “ move up” and view the ocean each day. The staff working for Alicia Hollis was the very best. I highly recommend anyone to go through them. Very honest and dependable. Loved my stay.
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Cassandra A.
Submitted Jun 7, 2023
Stayed Jun 1, 2023Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed in room #445. Check in/out was easy. Condo was clean. Pool was clean & beautiful. The view of the ocean/beach was amazing. The only complaint is really a preference. The mattress was overly soft and the water pressure was low. However, neither of those two things would keep us from coming back. We plan to stay at El Matador on many more trips.
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ottie r.
Submitted Jun 7, 2023
Stayed Dec 31, 1969Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a wonderful time! Thank you Chris for all your help!!
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Brian E.
Submitted May 23, 2023
Stayed May 18, 2023It is clean and quiet, but could use a little TLC and updates. It would be nice to have a roll of paper towels on hand and a better grade of toilet paper. The view from the balcony is great, the bed was comfortable as well as the living room furnishings. Beach access was easy and the beach was very clean.Overall I would give it a 4.9 out of 5!