Title: El Matador #523 | by Salt Water Vacations - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # El Matador #523 | by Salt Water Vacations Beachfront condo with a water park and a fitness center ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112250000/112240200/112240128/b3ac6700.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112250000/112240200/112240128/da31659d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112250000/112240200/112240128/f5e99da5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112250000/112240200/112240128/f177142e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112250000/112240200/112240128/0db1b57c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At El Matador #523 | by Salt Water Vacations, you can look forward to a water park, a playground, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi and a gym are available to all guests. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire condo 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1143 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Gym - Pool - Dryer - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 #523 | by Salt Water Vacations Gated Okaloosa Island Beachfront complex with 24 Hour Security, El Matador 523 offers you two pools (one heated seasonally), tennis courts, an indoor whirlpool and sauna, shuffleboard, library, and an exercise room. Nestled next to a protected preserve, this peaceful retreat will keep you coming back. Daily Activities Included Every Day at some of the most popular attractions Okaloosa Island has to offer - daily value of up to $580! ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Gym - Heated pool - Tennis - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 1,143 square feet ## Similar properties ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22260000/22251200/22251121/e2db23d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### El Matador 431 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day Okaloosa Island - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=22251121&PinnedHotelID=22251121&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114660000/114653300/114653299/79b0f549.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SO 310 Beachfront Value - Gulf Views - Pickleball! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 481 ## About the area Located in Okaloosa Island, a neighborhood in Fort Walton Beach, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Okaloosa Island Beach and Destin Beaches. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Emerald Coast Science Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Fort Walton Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Walton-Beach.dx3732) [View more Condo rentals in Fort Walton Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Walton-Beach-Condos.d3732-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.39860%2C-86.63247&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qMonIDIrydiM6-MCQ21TZgWPQWs=) Fort Walton Beach, FL ### What's nearby - 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 - Okaloosa Island Pier - 6 min drive - 4.5 km - Emerald Coast Science Center - 11 min drive - 7.7 km ### Getting around - Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 25 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Lost Pizza Co. Ft Walton - ‬10 min drive - ‪Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - ‬10 min drive - ‪Whataburger - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Shack - ‬8 min drive - ‪Slim Chickens - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does El Matador #523 | by Salt Water Vacations have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is El Matador #523 | by Salt Water Vacations pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is El Matador #523 | by Salt Water Vacations located? > Located in Okaloosa Island, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound and Okaloosa Island Beach. Fort Walton Beaches and Ross Marler Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## El Matador #523 | by Salt Water Vacations Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Brenda B. Aug 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Quite with relaxing view of the Sound Very accommodating, just about everything we needed. ##### Brenda B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen J C. Jul 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Excellent room and the Master King bed amazingly comfortable. Plenty of room for our family of 6! ##### Kathleen J C. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Derrick K. Jul 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family getaway The rooms were updated and very clean. They left a wagon and 2 chairs that were very helpful. Plenty of towels were available. We would stay here again. ##### Derrick K. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025