Sports Team and Large Group Hotel Accommodations on the Emerald Coast

Your Team Headquarters in Fort Walton Beach

Tournament weekends, training trips, and championship runs start with the right home base. At Odom Hotelz^TM, we make team travel effortless with spacious rooms, flexible gathering spaces, and service that adapts to your schedule. Rest, regroup, recover, win.

Designed for Teams. Built for Performance.

Whether you’re here for a weekend tournament or an extended training block, Odom Hotelz^TM makes team travel seamless. Located inside the Freedom Tech Center with access to its 2-acre park, and just 4.6 miles from the Preston Hood Athletic Complex and major tournament fields, teams stay close to the action—with the fairgrounds right next door.

Choose from two hotels on one property, offering spacious rooms, complimentary breakfast, 24/7 fitness centers, on-site laundry, and a full-service bar and food options. Outdoor patios with cabanas, firepits, and grills create the perfect space for team cookouts, recovery, and downtime.

Only eight minutes from Eglin Air Force Base, Hurlburt Field, and Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS), and 15 minutes from the beach, we handle the details, so your roster stays rested, fueled, and ready to compete.

“Easily a 5-star experience”

“If you’re visiting Fort Walton Beach, I can’t recommend this hotel enough. Between the comfort of the rooms and the outstanding service, it’s easily a 5-star experience!”

Chad

Hotel Guest, Google Review

Your Group. Our Space. The Perfect Match.

Youth, High School, College & Travel Teams

Semi-Pro & Adult Leagues

Tournament & Competition Groups

Coaching Staffs & Athletic Clubs

Sports Camps & Development Programs

Military-Affiliated Teams & Fitness Units

Team Families, Siblings & Booster Groups

Ideal Uses

Tournament lodging

Training-camp stays

Equipment storage

Family + player stays together

Military team groups

End-of-season trips

Rooms That Fit Rosters, Gear and Game-Day Energy

Choose the hotel(s) that suits your athletes, staff, families, or support crew—plus room blocks available for easier coordination.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Fort Walton Beach Eglin Air Force Base

An all-suite retreat designed for flexibility and connection, featuring in-room kitchens, spacious layouts, and custom design details throughout. Complimentary breakfast included.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Walton Beach – Eglin Area

A refined stay experience balancing comfort, efficiency, and elevated design. Enjoy complimentary hot breakfast, an outdoor pool, and distinctive spaces including a relaxing Pilots Lounge and private boardroom—perfect for team meetings.

Why Stay With Us

At Odom Hotelz^TM our service includes thoughtful design, elevated comfort, and intuitive care that feels personal, not performative. It’s hospitality that quietly works in your favor.

Spacious suites for roommates, families, & multi-night stays
In-room kitchen/kitchenette options + on-site laundry
Group-friendly room blocks with flexible check-in/out
Pet-friendly options for traveling families
Outdoor spaces + pool + grilling area for downtime
Fitness center ideal for stretching, conditioning, recovery
Team-worthy common areas for meetings, reviews & meals
Secure storage space for gear, bags & equipment (based on availability)

Ready to Book Your Team Stay?

Tell us your dates, roster size, and room needs—we’ll take it from there. From blocks to breakfast to post-game unwind spots, Odom Hotel^TM handles the details so you can focus on the scoreboard.

Sports Team & Group Travel FAQs

What makes Odom Hotelz™ properties ideal for sports teams?

Odom Hotelz^TM properties are designed with teams in mind offering spacious suites, flexible gathering areas, intuitive service, and smooth logistics that make travel easier.

From rest to recovery to regrouping, every detail supports athletes and their performance.

Do teams have hotel options on FTC property?

Yes. Sports teams can choose between Home2 Suites by Hilton and Holiday Inn Express & Suites, both located within the Freedom Tech Center. This gives teams flexibility across room types, budgets, and length of stay while keeping everyone together with shared access to on-site amenities, dining, outdoor spaces, and event areas.

Do the hotels offer suite-style rooms for teams?

Yes. Teams can choose from suites with in-room kitchens or kitchenette options, multi-bed layouts, connecting rooms, and oversized options built for comfort. These layouts make it easy to house athletes, coaches, staff, and families in configurations that match your roster.

Can we reserve room blocks for our team?

Absolutely. We offer group room blocks tailored to your schedule, with flexible check-in and checkout options that accommodate early games, late practices, and multi-day tournaments.

Are the hotels close to sports complexes and local facilities?

Yes. Odom Hotelz^TM properties are just 4.6 miles from the Preston Hood Athletic Complex, minutes from Eglin Air Force Base, Hurlburt Field and local sports complexes, and a short drive from the Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS)—keeping travel time short and your team close to the action.

Are there spaces for team meetings or reviews?

Yes. Teams have access to meeting-friendly areas and common spaces ideal for film review, strategy sessions, team meals, or quick regrouping between games. The spaces are flexible and easy to use for any type of team activity.

Is storage available for sports equipment?

Yes. Secure storage (based on availability) options make it simple to keep gear, bags, and equipment organized and accessible, reducing clutter in rooms and easing the load on coaches and managers.

Do you accommodate team families and booster groups?

Yes. Odom Hotelz^TM welcomes families, siblings, and booster groups, offering multi-bed suites, connecting rooms, and room blocks that make it easy for everyone to stay close and support their athletes.

Are kitchens or meal prep options available?

Yes. Many suites include in-room kitchen or kitchenette options, allowing teams to prep meals, snacks, and recovery foods on their own schedule, making it ideal for nutrition planning during tournaments or training weeks. There is also a complimentary breakfast each morning and dining options for dinner.

What recovery or conditioning amenities are available?

Teams can take advantage of on-site fitness centers, outdoor areas, pools, and grilling spaces. These amenities support stretching, conditioning, cooldowns, or simple downtime after a long day of competition.

Are pets allowed for traveling families?

Yes. Pet-friendly room options ensure families can bring everyone along including four-legged fans.

Do you host military-affiliated teams or fitness units?

Yes. We frequently host military teams, fitness groups, and PT units, offering close proximity to bases and flexible spaces that support group training or travel.

What types of sports groups do you host?

Odom Hotelz^TM welcomes youth teams, high school and college programs, travel teams, semi-pro groups, sports camps, competition groups, coaching staffs, athletic clubs, and booster groups.

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