Located along a 26-mile stretch of sugar-white sand beaches and turquoise water on Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast, South Walton has welcomed generations of visitors seeking an upscale and relaxing place to unwind. Imagine planning a meeting steps from award-winning beaches and surrounded by gourmet dining, boutique shopping and championship golf. Now imagine that meeting is in a modern facility with premium accommodations and exceptional service.
Each year, more meeting planners discover that these 16 unique beach neighborhoods – Miramar Beach, Seascape, Sandestin, Dune Allen, Gulf Place, Santa Rosa Beach, Blue Mountain Beach, Grayton Beach, WaterColor, Seaside, Seagrove, WaterSound, Seacrest, Alys Beach, Rosemary Beach, Inlet Beach —are also perfect for working hard and having fun.
With more than 15,000 guest rooms, 155,000 square feet of meeting space, year-round great weather and off-the-clock activities, any time is an ideal time to host meetings and events in South Walton. Whether for a 10-person executive retreat or a 1,500-person convention, you’ll find your perfect meeting destination along the beaches of South Walton. Stay in luxury boutique hotels, full-service resorts, grand beach houses or cozy cottages.
Experience a diverse culinary scene at one of more than 200 restaurants highlighting a fusion of flavors created by award-winning chefs using fresh-from-the-Gulf and locally sourced ingredients. Make an evening reception on the beach even better with a bonfire and s’mores!
Planning is simple, but South Walton also offers the best of both worlds: business and pleasure. Bring your family and stay a few extra days to discover why TIME Magazine named South Walton one of “The World’s Greatest Places.”
Travel is a breeze, whether by car or by plane—South Walton is conveniently located less than 25 miles from Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) and Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS).
Enjoy a variety of teambuilding activities like paddleboarding, golf, art gallery tours or wine tastings. Unique outdoor activities are abundant thanks to four state parks, a state forest, 15 rare coastal dune lakes and easy access to the Gulf of Mexico.
Guest Rooms:15,000+
Total Meeting Space: 155,000 sq. ft
Group Size: South Walton has event venues that can accommodate groups of any size. Whether you’re hosting an intimate gathering for 10 or a convention for 1,500, the right space is here.
Nearby Airports: Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) and Destin-Fort Walton Beach, FL Airport (VPS)