El Matador 424 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day
FREE BEACH SERVICE INCLUDED!
Enjoy Free Activities with your stay — a $300+ per day value! As our way of saying thank you, you’ll receive complimentary daily admissions to popular local attractions. (Valid for short-term rentals only. Not available for per diem or guest-of-owner stays.)
Each day, you will receive a ticket to each of the following:
- Shalimar Golf Course - Big Kahuna’s Water Park - Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - Wild Willy’s Grand Prix - Sea Blaster (Dolphin Cruise (Beach or Sunset)) - Sea Blaster (Snorkeling Trip) - Cruisin’ Tiki’s (Evening Sunset Cruise)
El Matador Condos offer more than just a beautiful white-sand beach—they provide a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere with plenty of activities for both kids and adults. Located on Okaloosa Island, you’ll be just minutes from the heart of Destin, where you can enjoy go-karts, mini golf, bungee jumping, and more. Big Kahuna’s Water Park, located on Miracle Strip Parkway, is a must-visit for a full day of fun. For those seeking adventure, take advantage of the Emerald Coast with activities like jet skiing, parasailing, or even booking a half- or full-day deep sea fishing charter out of Destin—famously known as “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village.”
Back at the resort, enjoy a full range of amenities, including: - Two swimming pools (one heated seasonally) - His-and-her whirlpools and saunas - Tennis courts - Fitness center - Direct private beach access
Whether you’re looking for adventure or relaxation, El Matador offers the perfect balance for an unforgettable Emerald Coast getaway.
Serveis de l’allotjament
Platja
Platja a prop
Piscina i spa
Piscina climatitzada
Piscina compartida
Piscina d'hidromassatge
Sauna
Internet
Disponible al bloc d'apartaments: accés a Internet
Aparcament i opcions de transport
Aparcament a les instal·lacions
Cuina
Cafetera i tetera
Dispensador de gel
Estris de cuina, vaixella i coberteria
Forn
Frigorífic
Microones
Placa de cuina
Rentaplats
Torradora
Restaurants
Taula de menjador
Dormitoris
Dormitori
Es proporcionen llençols
Sofà llit
Bany
1 bany
Dutxa
Es proporcionen tovalloles
Sales d'estar
Menjador independent
Sala d'estar
Taula de menjador
Entreteniment
Reproductor de DVD
Televisor amb canals per cable i per satèl·lit
Zones a l'aire lliure
Balcó
Barbacoa
Jardí
Serveis de bugaderia
Bugaderia
Comoditat
Aire condicionat
Calefacció
Animals de companyia
No s'admeten animals de companyia
Característiques especials i accessibilitat
Ascensor
Allotjament lliure de fum
Serveis i comoditats
Planxa i post de planxar
Aspectes destacats de la ubicació
A prop d'un hospital
A prop d'una botiga d'estocs
A prop del port esportiu
Activitats
Gimnàs
Golf
Piscina climatitzada
Tennis
Vaixell
Golf a prop
Immersió lleugera a prop
Natació a prop
Navegació a prop
Pesca a prop
Rutes en moto aquàtica a prop
Surf i surf pla a prop
Mesures de seguretat
No s'ha indicat si hi ha detector de monòxid de carboni (l'amfitrió no ha indicat si hi ha un detector de monòxid de carboni a l'allotjament; et recomanem que duguis un detector portàtil)
No s'ha indicat si hi ha detector de fum (l'amfitrió no ha indicat si hi ha un detector de fum a l'allotjament)
Edat mínima per fer el registre d'entrada: 25 anys.
Sortida
Hora límit per al registre de sortida: 10:00.
Instruccions especials d’entrada
Rebràs un correu electrònic de l'amfitrió amb les instruccions per fer l'entrada i la sortida
La informació proporcionada per l'allotjament pot estar traduïda mitjançant eines de traducció automatitzada
Animals de companyia
No s'admeten animals de companyia.
Nens i llits addicionals
En aquest allotjament s'admeten nens
Esdeveniments
No events allowed
Fumadors
Smoking is not permitted
Informació important
Informació indispensable
Aquest allotjament està gestionat per un amfitrió professional, de manera que el seu oferiment va lligat a la seva professió, empresa o activitat comercial.
En funció de la política de l'allotjament, pot aplicar-se un recàrrec per persona addicional.
En fer el registre d'entrada, és possible que calgui presentar un document d'identitat oficial amb fotografia i una targeta de crèdit o dèbit, o bé abonar un dipòsit en efectiu, per cobrir qualsevol despesa imprevista.
Les sol·licituds especials no es poden garantir i estan subjectes a disponibilitat en arribar; poden aplicar-se recàrrecs.
Es prohibeix estrictament celebrar festes o esdeveniments a les instal·lacions.
El propietari no ha indicat si hi ha cap detector de monòxid de carboni a l'allotjament. Pensa a portar-ne un de portàtil durant el viatge.
El propietari no ha indicat si hi ha cap detector de fum a l'allotjament.
Aquest allotjament el gestiona el nostre col·laborador Vrbo. Rebràs un correu de part seva amb un enllaç a un compte que et permetrà modificar o cancel·lar la reserva.
Si cancel·les la teva reserva, estaràs subjecte a la política de cancel·lació de l’amfitrió. D’acord amb la normativa de la UE relacionada amb els drets dels consumidors, els serveis de reserva d’allotjament no estan subjectes al dret de desistiment.
Preguntes freqüents
El Matador 424 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day té piscina?
Sí, aquest allotjament disposa d'una piscina. Podràs gaudir d'una piscina climatitzada.
El Matador 424 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day accepta animals de companyia?
No, no es permeten animals de companyia a l'allotjament.
Quant costa aparcar a El Matador 424 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day?
Hi ha aparcament disponible a les instal·lacions de l'allotjament.
A quina hora es fa el registre d'entrada a El Matador 424 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day?
Hora d'inici del registre d'entrada: 15:00.
A quina hora es fa el registre de sortida a El Matador 424 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day?
Registre de sortida: 10:00.
On es troba El Matador 424 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE TICKETS! $300/Day?
Aquest bloc d'apartaments es troba a Illa d'Okaloosa i a menys de 10 min a peu de les atraccions següents: So de Santa Rosa, Platges de Fort Walton i Platja de l'Illa d'Okaloosa. Centre de Convencions Destin-Fort Walton Beach i Parc Ross Marler també són a menys de 5 km.
Opinions:
Opinions
Excel·lent
Totes les opinions provenen d’experiències reals de clients. Només els clients que han reservat una estada amb nosaltres poden enviar opinions. Verifiquem les opinions d’acord amb les nostres directrius i les publiquem totes, tant si són positives com negatives.
Great location on the beach with the Air Force Base to the right so the crowds were small. Five large condo buildings with 2 pools and good amei
Robin D.
Estada de 3 nits (juny 2025)
Verificada
10/10, Excel·lent
Rhonda S.
28 de juny de 2023
Què li ha agradat: Neteja, entrada, comunicació, ubicació, precisió de l’anunci
El Matador
We loved the location. Short walk to the beach. Close to the swimming pool. Would stay there again!!
Rhonda S.
Estada de 4 nits (juny 2023)
D’un lloc associat
8/10, Bé
A guest from Blackshear, GA
28 de juny de 2023
Enjoyed our stay !!
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great location. Great view. Enjoyed our stay.
A guest from Blackshear, GA
Verificada
8/10, Bé
Phil G.
1 de jul. de 2023
Què li ha agradat: Neteja, entrada, comunicació, ubicació, precisió de l’anunci
Nice place
Great location. Plenty of room. The property is a little dated and can use a remodeled kitchen, fresh paint, etc.
Phil G.
Estada de 4 nits (juny 2023)
D’un lloc associat
8/10, Bé
Poliana B.
9 d’abr. de 2024
Great location
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The property needs an upgrade on the furniture. Overall great stay .
Poliana B.
Estada de 3 nits (abr. 2024)
D’un lloc associat
10/10, Excel·lent
Dawn P.
1 d’oct. de 2024
I would definitely recommend this amazing place to anyone!!!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
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!!!!
Dawn P.
D’un lloc associat
8/10, Bé
Rita P.
25 d’ag. de 2023
Overall great for the price
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
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.
Rita P.
Estada de 7 nits (jul. 2023)
D’un lloc associat
6/10, Acceptable
Connie B.
12 d’oct. de 2024
Long time El Matador Guest.
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
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.
Connie B.
D’un lloc associat
8/10, Bé
Stephanie D. D.
17 d’oct. de 2023
Always great at the beach
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
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!
Stephanie D. D.
Verificada
10/10, Excel·lent
April S.
4 de juny de 2023
Què li ha agradat: Neteja, entrada, comunicació, ubicació, precisió de l’anunci
✨Hidden Gem✨
El Matador really is a hidden gem of places to stay when searching for a place to take your family. We came as a family of 4 (Me, Husband,& 2 Kiddos). We searched from Orange Beach, Alabama all the way to Panama City Beach, Florida. If I’m being honest, I was a bit worried I could be disappointed because our condo rental was several hundred dollars cheaper($300-$500) than most other place we looked at. Plus, I do not know anyone who has ever stayed there. We took a chance and we LOVED the location. The beach was perfect! You literally park right outside your building and walk right in! If anyone goes to the beach often, then you understand parking can be a nightmare during the summer months! Not to mention you may have to walk a mile to your condo! Not here! My favorite thing about the entire trip was El Matador is the last building on the strip before it turns to miles of beach that’s off limits due to air aviation! So that means not near as many people trying to hit the beach! Not near as crowded! As for our room, it was great. We had plenty of room! It is a large one bedroom unit! It was very clean and the balcony view was wonderful. You can see the pool and ocean from the balcony. Very peaceful! The entire El Matador grounds are clean. The pool was a hit with the kids! It was also big and clean! We will certainly be returning to El Madador for future beach trips!
April S.
Estada de 3 nits (juny 2023)
D’un lloc associat
10/10, Excel·lent
Mary J.
26 de jul. de 2022
Unite 424 07-02-22 to 07-08-2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The kitchen was pretty sparse with amenities but overall the unit was nice.
Mary J.
D’un lloc associat
8/10, Bé
Mitchel H.
23 de jul. de 2022
Our annual beach vacay at el matador
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
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.
Mitchel H.
D’un lloc associat
8/10, Bé
A guest from New Orleans, LA
16 de jul. de 2022
Wonderful location, clean but very outdated
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
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.
A guest from New Orleans, LA
Verificada
8/10, Bé
Adam S.
17 d’ag. de 2021
Què li ha agradat: Neteja, entrada, ubicació, precisió de l’anunci
Què no li ha agradat: Comunicació
Large one bedroom with great views
We had an amazing time at this unit in the El Matador complex. Me and my wife came down for a week to celebrate one last trip before our first child arrives in November. The unit was clean and very spacious. However, it was lacking some of the essentials that other units we have stayed at had: hair dryer, salt/pepper, olive oil, coffee, etc. Plan ahead to stop at the grocery store. Overall we really enjoyed the unit.
Adam S.
Estada de 4 nits (ag. 2021)
Verificada
10/10, Excel·lent
mary r.
9 d’ag. de 2021
Què li ha agradat: Neteja, entrada, comunicació, ubicació, precisió de l’anunci
great location
We loved staying at El Matador. The whole complex was clean and it was easy to walk to the beach. The pool was great and our grandchildren loved it. It was nice not to have to deal with Destin traffic!
mary r.
Estada de 4 nits (ag. 2021)
D’un lloc associat
10/10, Excel·lent
Laura B.
1 d’ag. de 2021
Thank you!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
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.
Laura B.
Estada de 4 nits (jul. 2021)
Verificada
10/10, Excel·lent
Patrick Lee M.
19 de jul. de 2021
Què li ha agradat: Neteja, entrada, comunicació, ubicació, precisió de l’anunci
Awesome time!
Thanks for letting us stay here! Loved this place. All kinds of stuff for everyone to enjoy. Excellent!!!!
Patrick Lee M.
Estada de 5 nits (jul. 2021)
Verificada
6/10, Acceptable
Katie C.
11 de jul. de 2021
Què li ha agradat: Neteja, entrada, comunicació, ubicació
No door to bedroom
Disappointed that the bedroom had NO door to it which was next the the bathroom where our daughter had to go through. Dishes were heavy china and not very good to use for family. Where you put trash down a trash shoot for the facility is not even big enough opening to put a trash bag down.
Katie C.
Estada de 8 nits (jul. 2021)
Verificada
8/10, Bé
Steve J.
2 de jul. de 2021
Què li ha agradat: Neteja, ubicació i precisió de l’anunci
Relaxing and quiet
We really enjoyed staying here. The only thing I can say could be better was the condo was a little worn and needs a good update. Otherwise everything was great.
Steve J.
Estada de 4 nits (juny 2021)
D’un lloc associat
6/10, Acceptable
A guest from Wexford , PA
22 de juny de 2021
Something Smelled Fishy !
Rating Details:
The property manager was somewhat unhelpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
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 .
A guest from Wexford , PA
Verificada
6/10, Acceptable
GINA T.
13 de juny de 2021
Què li ha agradat: Neteja, entrada, comunicació, ubicació
Needs Updating & Better WIFI
This unit was one of the largest one bedrooms we have ever stayed in & the view from the balcony was great. The outdoor furniture was not the best or comfortable. The unit as a whole needs updating but was clean. The bed was VERY Soft and every time you turned over the whole bed would move waking me or my husband. I like a soft bed but this was terrible. They kitchen was not stocked as well as others we have stayed in. We picked our key up at 3 o’clock ( check in time) & when we got there, the maid was not finished cleaning. It took her about another 20 minutes to finish, but I’m sure she had more than one unit to clean that morning. The WIFI (Cox) was non existent!!! I was very disappointed in this. Anyone needing it to be able to work while on vacation could not do it. Thank goodness we brought our on with us.
The grounds & pool were very well kept.
GINA T.
Estada de 7 nits (juny 2021)
D’un lloc associat
10/10, Excel·lent
Dustin T.
25 de maig de 2021
Great place.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The room was great, loved the bed and the location. We wished we could have stayed longer, we will definitely be back.
Dustin T.
D’un lloc associat
6/10, Acceptable
Jenni B.
20 de maig de 2021
It was okay...
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
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.
Jenni B.
Estada de 4 nits (maig 2021)
Verificada
6/10, Acceptable
Kristen F.
27 d’abr. de 2021
Què li ha agradat: Entrada, ubicació
Què no li ha agradat: Precisió de l’anunci
Nice location, but musty and decor/furnishings awful
Let me start with the positives:
1. Fantastic location. You can be standing on the beach in less than five minutes. There is not another property to the one side of the complex for miles.
2. Comfy bed.
3. Newer, smart TV.
4. Management company allowed me to change my dates when it became obvious that the weather was going to be terrible during my original dates. I appreciated this.
Now, for the many negatives:
1. Upon opening the door to this unit, the musty smell hit us like a punch in the face. We later discovered several obvious water damage spots on the ceiling which may be the source of the smell. There was also another strange smell in the unit in the back half of the bathroom and the back half of the kitchen, which are on opposite sides of the wall to each other. It’s important to note the musty smell for those who have allergies or asthma.
2. The heated pool was not open. Upon inquiring to the main office at El Matador, I was told that this work on the heated pool had been planned and the owners had all been notified, and that the person who listed this on Vrbo should have given people a heads up that there would be no heated pool on these dates. Because the weather was quite chilly and the regular pool was like an ice bath, there were effectively no pools to use at this complex. This was extremely disappointing that nothing was posted in the Vrbo listing that the pool would be unavailable in this time frame.
3. Old and absolutely garish decor and furnishings. It was obvious from the pictures that the furnishings were not modern, but I wasn’t expecting them to be this bad. There was an old velour green recliner that had to have been from the 1980s that did not properly open and close and sat in an angle when open. Two of the four chairs out on the balcony were cobbled together out of PVC pipe, and upon sitting in one I wondered why I felt like I was leaning to the side. I discovered that the supporting mesh underneath was ripped 3/4 of the way across. Someone is eventually going to sit in that chair, break through, and hurt themselves. (Don’t they inspect the condition of the furniture?) The sofa sits next to the TV, so it’s very difficult for potentially half of your group to watch TV. There is a huge metal office desk that looks like it’s from the 1960s occupying an entire corner.
4. There’s a sizable gap between the door threshold and where the tile starts.
I’m running out of room, but bottom line: invest in your property.
Kristen F.
Estada de 3 nits (abr. 2021)
Verificada
8/10, Bé
Bethany G.
9 d’abr. de 2021
Què li ha agradat: Neteja, entrada, ubicació, precisió de l’anunci
Great location but needs some updates.
It didn’t start off well; I sent several messages after I booked and received no response from the property manager through the message function that VRBO provides. Someone from the realty company that manages the property should monitor messages. The location is fabulous, but a few updates to the condo would be nice. Overall it was a fun time!