El Matador 424 by Alicia Hollis Rentals Open 11/6-1/1/2025

Free Beach Service (a $39 per Day Value ) and Free Activities (FREE $300 Per Day Value) are Included with your stay! As a Thank You for staying with us, you will receive complimentary admissions to popular activities and attractions, Everyday of your stay. Check Out -> 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 Condos offer more than just a white beach. Here, you'll find yourself surrounded by a family atmosphere with plenty of activities for the parents and the kids. Attractions such as go karts, putt-putt, and bungee jumping can be found in the heart of Destin. There is also a water park called Big Kahunas located on Miracle Strip Pkwy. If you're feeling adventurous, you can take off on a jet ski, or parasail above the Emerald Coastline. Love fishing? Then you'll want to charter a half or full day of deep sea fishing on one of Destin's world famous fishing fleet. This is the world's luckiest fishing village, by the way.

Perhaps you are just wanting to get away from it all. Each El Matador Condos resort has a private beach for your enjoyment. Beach chairs & umbrellas are available for rent, and are included in many El Matador Condos packages. Every El Matador unit has a unique view of the Gulf of Mexico. Each building is angled to maximize the views from each private balcony. Here, you'll find onsite tennis, heated pool, exercise facilities, spas, and more.

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• Long time El Matador Guest.

  Stayed 4 days ending in October, 2024

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  a guest from Mphs, TN recommends this vacation rental

  This was our first time in 424. We have been to el matador many times. Slight odor in unit. Kitchen not well stocked. Very few utensils. Furniture outdated. Recliner would not come down without brutal force. Bed comfortable. Shower updated which was nice.

  • Manager Responded on 10/18/2024

    Connie we will pass this along to the owner thank you again for the review and hope to see you in the future.

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• I would definitely recommend this amazing place to anyone!!!

  Stayed 7 days ending in September, 2024

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  Dawn P from Colorado Springs, CO recommends this vacation rental

  The staff the helped me set up reservation was totally helpful from the beginning to the end. More so, the property was the most amazing spot and location was perfect!!!!

  • Manager Responded on 10/1/2024

    Dawn we thank you very much with enjoying your experience with us, and we are more then happy to have you back again, and enjoy your stay again with el matador unit 424. Call us again to book it.

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• Great location

  Stayed 3 days ending in April, 2024

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  Poliana B from Sandy springs, GA recommends this vacation rental

  The property needs an upgrade on the furniture. Overall great stay .

  • Manager Responded on 4/9/2024

    Polina Thank you so much for your review. owner is getting new furniture for the unit. We really hope to see you and your party again.

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• Always great at the beach

  Stayed 7 days ending in October, 2023

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  a guest from Leroy, IL recommends this vacation rental

  We always have a great experience with Alicia Hollis (nearly 25 years). The staff is friendly, helpful and always willing to make your stay comfortable. As far as the unit we stayed in, EM 424, it’s in dire need of updating but it was clean. The shower was amazing! It’s a good location being close to the pool and beach and the free beach service is a bonus. One thing to note about that unit and I was very disappointed about was...no hangers in the closet!!! At least there was some drawer space but no hangers was a first! We also were there at a very busy time during fall breaks (which we won’t do again) and had a hard time sitting on the patio a couple nights due to the strong smell of weed! It even came in through our bathroom vents a couple times. Lesson learned, We should’ve complained about the weed smell so it could be investigated as recreational is not legal in Florida. There are a lot of nicer, remodeled units in the El Matador for the same money. Still a great visit to our favorite vacation spot to relax!

  • Manager Responded on 1/23/2024

    Stephanie so sorry to hear about the smell, but, we do not have control of any of that. But, we are going to be updating the unit soon, and hangers, we put them in and they disappear, so i wished i knew and i would have given you some. But, will be looking forward to see you again as always.

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• Overall great for the price

  Stayed 1 day ending in August, 2023

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  Rita P from Excelsior Springs, MO recommends this vacation rental

  Location was great. Loved having a security guard. Overall the condo was good. Needs updates and a few things fixed. The patio furniture had something to be desired. The chairs, if you want to call them that, were made of pvc piping and one was broke.

  • Manager Responded on 8/26/2023

    Thank you so much for the feedback the owner is in the process of updating the condo. Hopefully you guys had an enjoyable experience and hope to see you again.

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• Enjoyed our stay !!

  Stayed 3 days ending in June, 2023

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  a guest from Blackshear, GA recommends this vacation rental

  Great location. Great view. Enjoyed our stay.

  • Manager Responded on 6/28/2023

    Glad to hear you guys enjoyed yourself. We hope to see you guys again in the future for your next trip.

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• Our annual beach vacay at el matador

  Stayed 4 days ending in July, 2022

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  Mitchel H from Duson`, LA does not recommend this vacation rental.

  We can’t wait to be back in the rooms we usually book on the first floor. They are more updated I cant Recommend this room to anyone due to how outdated everything was.

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• Unite 424 07-02-22 to 07-08-2022

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2022

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  Mary J from Memphis, TN recommends this vacation rental

  The kitchen was pretty sparse with amenities but overall the unit was nice.

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• Wonderful location, clean but very outdated

  Stayed 4 days ending in June, 2022

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  a guest from New Orleans, LA recommends this vacation rental

  This is a wonderful location. Both the complex and the unit are in beautiful spot right on the beach front.
  
  The unit itself was extremely outdated. Furniture at the beach can be funky, but the bed was downright uncomfortable.
  
  The only other avoidable issue was that the ice maker wasn't working our entire stay. I had to remember to run to the Tom Thumb for ice the day before so we could have ice on the beach. That seems like something that could have been checked prior to check-in.
  
  The unit was well cleaned and I'd definitely book it again, but would really like an update bed and ice maker. I can deal with funky furniture. I even find it charming.

  • Manager Responded on 7/19/2022

    We have been trying to update this unit, but, unfortunately we cannot the vendors to do the job fast, they are not available, or you cannot find the stuff to put in the condo. We will notify the owner about the ice-maker and get it fixed immediately, and we wished you would have let us know and i would have called the appliance guy. Thanks for visiting with us, and looking forward to see you again.

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• Thank you!

  Stayed 4 days ending in July, 2021

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  Laura B from St Charles, MO recommends this vacation rental

  The property is very clean with a great view overlooking the pool and ocean. It’s a short walk to the beach. We chose this property bc it’s the last one on the strip before miles off undeveloped beach and were able to avoid crowds. Austin with the Realtor Company was a gem to talk and very helpful. Loved it.

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• Something Smelled Fishy !

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2021

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  a guest from Wexford , PA does not recommend this vacation rental.

  We haves stayed at El Matador many times and this unit was less than up to our expectations . When we arrived there was a very strong smell of fish in the unit that we were unable to get rid of no matter what we tried . The decor is very outdated and reminded me more of a stuffy attorneys office instead of a beach front condo as advertised . The unit was clean and served it’s purpose as we spend majority of our week outside . During check in I was reminded that it was a “holiday weekend so be careful not to lock yourself out and that if I could wait till Tuesday after the holiday to request any maintenance “ . I would not rent this unit again .
  
  
  

  • Manager Responded on 6/24/2021

    Thanks for your review Dawn, we sure appreciate your opinion about the condo, and i will notify the owner about your comments, and, i guess the fishy smell may have been the last tenant in there cooked seafood, and sure enough it will leave a smell that you just cannot get rid off. But, i am not sure how you come about the "holiday weekend" cause we are only closed on Sunday and back to work on Monday, and we did not hear anything from you. But, thanks for your comments.

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• Great place.

  Stayed 3 days ending in May, 2021

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  Dustin T from Broussard, LA recommends this vacation rental

  The room was great, loved the bed and the location. We wished we could have stayed longer, we will definitely be back.

  • Manager Responded on 5/25/2021

    Dustin we are happy that you enjoyed Unit 424 at the El Matador, and i agree, that bed is just wonderful as per other comments. Please come back and stay with us, and our great beaches.

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• It was okay...

  Stayed 4 days ending in May, 2021

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  Jennifer B from Indianapolis, Indiana does not recommend this vacation rental.

  I've stayed at the El Matador 5 times including this time. Every other time the apartment has exceeded expectations. The positives: the bed was the BEST. The shower was outstanding.
  The negatives: a bit too much furniture in the bedroom/excessively crowded for no reason. The smell which was probably tied to the rotting ceiling that was crumbling in a few areas.
  Lastly, we brought a motorcycle. At first we fit it in the SAME parking spot with our vehicle. Security knocks on the door and makes us move it to the front. We oblige. The next day, we are getting ready to go out for a ride, my partner takes off for an hour ahead of me while I get ready. He comes back to pick me up there long enough to knock on the door, come in and put my shoes on. Security knocks on the door. "Move the bike" Well, we're leaving so... we leave. Get back and park the bike up front. Someone knocks on the door once I'm back and I'm thinking WHAT?! It was just UPS with a package for the apartment owner. But jeez on the parking police.

  • Manager Responded on 5/25/2021

    Thanks so much for your review for the El Matador unit 424, and i am so glad that you enjoyed the unit, but, the property does have 24 hrs security to protect everyone, so i am so sorry, that it bothered you, but, it is the most popular property on Okaloosa Island. we would love to see you again in the future.

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• Nice Stay

  Stayed 18 days ending in July, 2020

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  a guest from Etters, PA recommends this vacation rental

  We had a great stay.

  • Manager Responded on 8/15/2020

    Vacationing on the island and at the El Matador 424, is awesome, and we are happy that you enjoyed your stay, in 424. We would love to see you again next year, in this wonderful condo.

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• Amazing Family Atmosphere

  Stayed 3 days ending in June, 2020

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  Thomas H from Rockmart, GA recommends this vacation rental

  The ease of the vacation process was amazing. Room was exactly how explained and pictured. The Beach speaks for itself and the friendly ppl were a plus! Morgan was AMAZING and deserve all the kudos from our Vacation! Her hospitality and Kindness isn’t found everywhere! Thank you Morgan! Until bedtime!!

  • Manager Responded on 6/30/2020

    awwwhhhhh thanks for the wonderful review for Morgan, i will pass it on, but, most of all i am happy that you enjoyed unit 424, and our beautiful beaches.

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• Sherry A. from Huntsville, AL

  Stayed 2 days ending in June, 2020

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  Sherry A from Huntsville, AL recommends this vacation rental

  It was Short & Sweet, but we had a great time!! We will definitely stay there again! Everyone we dealt with was very polite, helpful, friendly, and professional!

  • Manager Responded on 6/13/2020

    We appreciate your comments Sherry and we are very happy to have you back again to our area and enjoy our beautiful beaches and unit 424 .

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• El Matador 424

  Stayed 5 days ending in September, 2018

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  Dave A from Newcomerstown, OH recommends this vacation rental

  Great vacation!!

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• Very nice stay.

  Stayed 3 days ending in September, 2016

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  a guest from TUSCALOOSA, AL recommends this vacation rental

  We had a great time at El Matador. The condo was clean and well kept. Rental staff was friendly. Only issue was the wifi didn't work which bummed out 11 year old out. We plan on going back next year.

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• loved it

  Stayed 31 days ending in August, 2015

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  Alexander N from Williamsville, NY recommends this vacation rental

  The stay was great. The apt is really spacious. The beach is great. My family loved the experience.

  • Manager Responded on 9/9/2015

    So happy that your family had a wonderful experience with unit 424 at the El Matador, a one bdrm on the 2nd floor. Those units are very spacious and large with a great large balcony too, so that you can go and sit out there and enjoy your time over looking the grounds and the pool and beach. Hope that we can accommodate you again next year when you can come back in this beautiful town of Fort Walton Beach.

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• Loved it!!!!

  Stayed 5 days ending in September, 2012

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  Bryan H from Granite City, Il recommends this vacation rental

  Excellent!

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