Military & base stays
TDY, PCS, graduations, changes of command or a visit with family on base. Hurlburt's main gate is about five minutes away and Eglin about twenty, with a clean, quiet room waiting when you're off duty.
Military Appreciation Rate
Active duty, Guard, Reserve and retired service members save 15% on our best flexible rate. Just show a valid military ID at check-in.
Visiting someone stationed at Hurlburt or Eglin? Family is welcome on the same rate when traveling with the service member.
Built for TDY and PCS
Whether you're here for a two-week course or waiting on housing after a PCS, we'll make the stay easy.
Extended-stay rates
Weekly rates on stays of 7 nights or more. Staying 30+ nights? Email or call the front desk for a long-stay quote.
Per diem friendly
We'll quote within the current lodging per diem for Okaloosa County whenever we can, and itemized folios are ready for your travel voucher.
Official travel
Government travel cards welcome. On official orders? Bring your tax-exemption paperwork and we'll apply it at check-in.
Moving with pets
Pet-friendly rooms for dogs up to 50 lb. Add a pet stay when you book so we can assign the right room.
Room for the move
Free on-site parking. Towing a trailer or driving a moving truck? Call ahead and we'll find you space.
Graduations & ceremonies
Booking rooms for family coming in for a graduation, promotion or change of command? Ask about a small room block.
Drive times
Drive times from The Gulf House, updated with live traffic. Tap any place for directions. Gate traffic peaks around 6:30 to 8 AM and 4 to 5:30 PM on weekdays.
Times are estimates and vary with traffic, route and which gate you use.
480 E Miracle Strip Pkwy
Mary Esther, FL 32569
On Highway 98 (Miracle Strip Parkway) in Mary Esther, between downtown Fort Walton Beach and Hurlburt Field's main gate. Free on-site parking.
- Hurlburt Field main gateDirections ≈ 5 min
- Eglin AFB west gateDirections ≈ 20 min
- Air Force Armament MuseumDirections ≈ 20 min
- Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS)Directions ≈ 20 min
- Okaloosa Island beachesDirections ≈ 10 min
Life alongside the bases
Hurlburt Field is home to Air Force Special Operations Command, and Eglin is one of the largest Air Force bases in the world. You'll see and hear them overhead, and we think that's part of what makes Fort Walton Beach home.
Military stay questions
Anything else, call the front desk at (850) 243-7700.
Who qualifies for the military rate?
Active duty, Guard, Reserve and retired service members with a valid military ID. Family members traveling with them are welcome on the same rate.
Can I change my dates if my orders change?
Yes. The military rate is fully flexible and can be changed or cancelled free up to 24 hours before arrival. If your orders change at the last minute, call us and we'll do our best.
Do you have rooms for longer TDYs?
Yes. Book up to 30 nights online, or contact us for longer stays and weekly or monthly pricing.
The Gulf House is privately owned and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Air Force, Hurlburt Field, Eglin Air Force Base or the Department of Defense. Military photographs are U.S. Air Force images in the public domain; see photo credits.
Save 15% with a valid military ID
Flexible, cancel free up to 24 hours before arrival, and only minutes from the gate.
Book the military rate