My husband and I just returned from a 4-night stay at the El Matador. We stayed in unit 169 and as a last minute reservation, it was a nice room with a wonderful ocean view. Everything in the room was in good, working condition but the building itself, along with most of the kitchen appliances, were showing their age. We... more

My family and I have been going to the El Matador for the past four years,we stayed in unit 235.This unit was absolutley beautiful everything we needed was right there.The beach is always crystal clear and the pools and the grounds are awsome.We hope to return yearly. more

My wife and I stayed at the El Matador 4/25 - 4/30. We were in unit 345. The staff at the resort were very nice and extremely helpful. The resort as a whole was very clean and kept up well. Our unit was ocean front and had wonderful ocean views and views of the large ocean front pool. The El... more

We had a great time and got a great price at the El Matador. We called all of the realtors and the prices seemed a little high so we were told about VRBO.com from a friend. We booked unit 451 VRBO # 73079 and were thrilled. The view was great and the Kitchen was complete with everything. The owners were... more

My family recently stayed at the El Matador condominiums in Fort Walton Beach, FL. The buildings are showing their age on the outside, but the interior of our unit (164) was very nice. The fixtures weren't the latest, but the kitchen is big enough to cook your own meals (fresh boiled shrimp...yum!) with a full size oven/stove, refrigerator/freezer and dishwasher..... more

I can see why this place is rated number 1 of the 9 listed here. The room we had was completely updated. Granite counter-tops new tilt flooring etc... , I did notice that some of the other condos looked dated but if you do research and look at the room pics before you go, you won't go wrong. We looked... more

I rented a condo here from a private owner on vrbo.com What an amazing deal and perfect vacation get away! The condo was right by the heated pool and hot tub. The condo had everything you could possible need at a price that is the best I have seen on the Island. It is a short walk to the beautiful... more

My family vacationed at the El Matador condos and the unit we rented was managed by Southern Resorts. The unit was completely updated, affordable and had great view of the beach. The complex is on the beach and has a pool, which is great for my little ones. Southern Resort's staff is very friendly, helpful and the office is conveniently... more

We stayed in building #3 of El Matador Dec. 27-31, 2007. The rent was close to hotel room rates, but in a condo you can eat in to help the family vacation budget. It's gated with 24 hr. security. Our unit was immaculate. The balcony was large and had an ocean view to die for. I thought those pictures of... more