El Matador 369 by Alicia Hollis Rentals Open 11/6-3/1/2025

THIS CONDO HAS A SATURDAY TO SATURDAY REQUIREMENT DURING PEAK SEASON!
Looking for Paradise? Here it is at the El Matador! Has to be the most sought of family vacation resort on the Emerald Coast. A secluded condominium nestled between the beautiful white sand dunes and the sparkling Emerald Waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

Free Activities are Included with your stay a !FREE $300/Day Value As a Thank You for staying with us, you will receive complimentary admissions to popular activities and attractions, Everyday of your stay. Check Out -> http://xplorie.com/fun/ajh/. Only Valid for Short Term Rentals. Not available for Per Diem Stays, Guest of Owner Stays.

1 Free admission everyday to -> Shalimar Golf Course - Round of Golf, Big Kahuna’s Water Park - General Admission, Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - General Admission, Wild Willy’s Grand Prix The Gator: Adult Admission, Sea Blaster - Beach or Sunset Dolphin Cruise,
Sea Blaster - Snorkel Admission, Cruisin Tiki’s - Evening Sunset Cruise.

El Matador is truly a beach resort. Just two miles down Santa Rosa Blvd at the end of the Island you will find us – secluded but still just a few minutes to all the amenities that Destin and Fort Walton Beach have to offer. Just six miles down Hwy. 98 you can enjoy Destin – “ The Worlds Luckiest Fishing Village” – charter a private trip or take the kids out on a group boat and catch dinner. While in Destin enjoy fine restaurants, shopping, and golfing on some of the best golf courses in the Panhandle of Florida. Hard to believe that you might need a day off from the beach but if you do take the family to Big Kahunas Water Park in the center of old Destin. Much more than just a water park… it’s a day of fun!

Back at the El Matador enjoy the large grass areas between our buildings just right for family fun and games. With two pools, his and her whirlpool, and saunas just right for your tired muscles after a game of tennis on one of our courts, or in our fitness center. We are located at the end of Okaloosa Island a small barrier Island between Fort Walton Beach and Destin. This gated community with thirteen miles of undeveloped beaches to the west is sure to have you longing to return.

Vacation Rental Reviews

• updated unit with good ocean view

  Stayed 7 days ending in September, 2022

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  a guest from Saint Marys, Ga recommends this vacation rental

  Updated condo with good ocean view. Clean and quiet. No carpet which was a plus. Nice flooring. We enjoyed our stay and will book again. Alicia Hollis staff are great to work with.

  • Manager Responded on 10/3/2022

    we are very happy that you enjoyed your stay in 369 and so would be happy to see you both again for your next vacation. 369 has been updated and is very comfortable and large and enjoyable condo to enjoy your vacation.

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• Love El Matador

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2022

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  a guest from Denton, TX recommends this vacation rental

  We love coming to Okaloosa Island and ONLY stay at El Matador Condos. It’s quiet, it’s peaceful, the beach is always clean, the water is always clear and we love having the Umbrella/Chair rental option.

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• Nice place to stay

  Stayed 3 days ending in October, 2021

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  Kathy B from Cypress, TX does not recommend this vacation rental.

  The condo is old but it was updated somewhat except for the kitchen. What’s up with the two ceiling fans in the little tiny kitchen? It was clean and in good condition. The hot water heater must be set too low because the hot water from the faucets is lukewarm. Bathing in lukewarm water is no good. They had two coffee makers but neither one worked. We had to go buy one and we left it behind because we flew in. The patio chairs are low so that you’re sitting below the thick decorative bannister which blocks the beach view. The beach view is great but you have to stand to see it. It was a bummer that we couldn’t sit on the patio.

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• Unit 369 is one of the best units on site!

  Stayed 7 days ending in May, 2021

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  Judy D from Meriden, CT recommends this vacation rental

  This review is about unit 369 at El Matador. First impressions were fantastic! The furniture had been upgraded from the yellow pics on the web page. The balcony is the tipping part that puts it over the top! We went in May and the sunsets were spectacularly centered from our generously sized balcony! As well as dramatic views of the white sandy beach and pool area. Perfect placement in unit 369! The kitchen was stocked with absolutely everything one would ever imagine they needed. We had a delivery service bring us our water, juices, beer, wine and some groceries the evening we checked in so we didn't even have to leave the setting sun to go get heavy items. There is a shopping cart conveniently situated by the elevator so the delivery person doesn't have to lug up heavy items. They thought of everything! A restaurant menu on the fridge made quick deliveries as well. Again, this unit owner thought of everything! A few games were in the unit for the rainy hours.. It was clean and the bed was comfy. Family stayed in another unit and comparing the 2 units was night and day. If we ever have the opportunity to return to paradise, unit 369 will be the only one we'd want! Responsible unit owners and management! 10 out of 10 stars.

  • Manager Responded on 5/25/2021

    That is just fantastic to read such a wonderful review about unit 369 and our office. We are happy that you enjoyed this great condo, and also the views of the balcony are unreal. We hope to see you again in this unit and anytime you would like to come of to our wonderful beaches.

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• Dave jakab

  Stayed 9 days ending in May, 2021

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  David J from Leitchfield, KY recommends this vacation rental

  Enjoyed the stay and view of the gulf. Property was clean. Would definitely recommend staying at the el matador. Plenty of restaurants to choose from and things to do.

  • Manager Responded on 5/24/2021

    We are happy that you enjoyed the property 369 at the El Matador, David, and we are happy you enjoyed our beaches, sunsets and relaxing on the beach.

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• El Matador 369 March 2019

  Stayed 29 days ending in March, 2019

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  John & Pat G from Vaudreuil-Dorion, PQ recommends this vacation rental

  Unit 369 had just been renovated and was in excellent condition. Only complaint was that cable for TV in guest bedroom was broken. We have already booked this unit for next year.

  • Manager Responded on 4/17/2019

    Well,,, hope to have that fixed for you. See you soon.

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• Our Happy Place

  Stayed 7 days ending in February, 2018

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  Claude O from Sikeston, MO recommends this vacation rental

  Great time beautiful condo beautiful view Please try to put a warning on the sliding door that lip is kindof dangerous overall wonderful place to stay

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• GREAT STAY

  Stayed 3 days ending in September, 2014

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  Pete T from Metarie, LA recommends this vacation rental

  BEAUTIFL VIEWS, GREAT LOCATION, BEACH NOT CROWDED, LARGE POOL, VERY RELAXING. HAD A GREAT TIME! VERY SAFE, BEST VALUE AROUND.

  • Manager Responded on 8/30/2016

    We are happy that you took your time to let us know about your wonderful stay at the el matador in unit 369 and enjoyed our lovely beach, and we so hope to see you again, in this same condo.

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• Great vacation place!

  Stayed 3 days ending in May, 2014

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  Shanna B from Geneva, AL recommends this vacation rental

  Easiest rental experience ever. Unit was very clean and the location can't be beat. Hassel free, relaxing stay is just what we needed to recharge.

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• vacation summary of elmatador

  Stayed 28 days ending in March, 2014

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  Carl B from Toronto, ON recommends this vacation rental

  We were very please with the whole package & the support that we received from the rental agency.

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• The dishes are to heavy but otherwise we are mor than satisfied

  Stayed 27 days ending in February, 2014

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  Carl B from Toronto, ON recommends this vacation rental

  great

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• Wedding from Pittsburgh

  Stayed 4 days ending in September, 2013

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  a guest from Natrona Heights, PA recommends this vacation rental

  No complaints

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• We love the El Matador condos.

  Stayed 4 days ending in June, 2013

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  Ronny & Cheryl R from Jonesboro, AR recommends this vacation rental

  great

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• my vacation

  Stayed 8 days ending in April, 2013

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  Trudy M from Louisville, KY recommends this vacation rental

  great- benn coming to el matador for 18 years

  • Manager Responded on 4/27/2013

    HI Trudy, You sure have been coming to stay with us at the El Matador and you always bring all of your family> I am happy that you all had a great time here and enjoyed our beaches and our condos, and we will see you all again next year for Spring Break 2014. Thanks Chris.

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• carl brickman

  Stayed 27 days ending in February, 2013

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  Carl B from Toronto, ON recommends this vacation rental

  We are pleased with the unit we had but would suggest that the owner be requested to put a coffee table in the living room

  • Manager Responded on 3/19/2013

    Carl and Bunnie, just wanted to let you know that i notified the owner about your request and a coffee table will be put into the condo, for your next trip. Thanks for staying with us, and we hope you had a wonderful stay.

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• Great Fall Break!

  Stayed 7 days ending in October, 2012

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  a guest from Hixson, TN recommends this vacation rental

  We had a relaxing experience. The staff went out of their way to assist us when we needed some help. I would recommend this to friends, and we plan to come back.

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• GREAT!!!!

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2012

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  Angela B from Moulton, AL recommends this vacation rental

  Our stay was great, we had a little problem with the water pressure in the unit, but it was fixed and was fine. We always stay at the El Matador every year since our kids were small, now we are bringing our grandkids and showing them the beauty of the beach. Thank you so much for providing us a safe and nice place to stay.

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• El matador

  Stayed 4 days ending in July, 2012

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  Angela H from Maurice, Louisiana recommends this vacation rental

  Nice area of the beach. It is not overcrowded. The pool and grass area between buildings three and four made great places the hangout and grill.

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• Would rent again

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2012

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  Rick K from Germantown, Tn recommends this vacation rental

  Very pleased with unit and building..

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• Very good experiance!

  Stayed 7 days ending in May, 2012

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  a guest from Clemson, SC recommends this vacation rental

  Great

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