Eglin AFB TDY Lodging Guide (FY2026)
Last Updated: July 2026
Who this guide is for: Military TDY travelers, government civilians, and defense contractors on orders to Eglin AFB or the surrounding range complex.
If you're headed to Eglin Air Force Base on temporary duty, you're joining a steady stream of test and evaluation teams, acquisition professionals, contractors, and units training on the range complex. Eglin is the DoD's largest Air Force installation by land area, and its host unit is the 96th Test Wing.
FY2026 Per Diem Rates for the Eglin AFB Area
The GSA per diem area covering Eglin AFB is Fort Walton Beach / De Funiak Springs (Okaloosa and Walton Counties), Florida. Lodging rates are seasonal:
- November–February: $110/night
- March–May: $184/night
- June–July: $260/night
- August–October: $164/night
M&IE: $86/day ($64.50 first/last day).
Source: GSA FY2026 per diem tables (gsa.gov); DoD travelers can confirm through the DTMO per diem lookup at travel.dod.mil. Rates are set by fiscal year and can change — always verify against your orders before booking.
On-Base Lodging vs. Off-Base Furnished Housing
On-base lodging at Eglin is handled through the Eglin Inns / Air Force Inns system (dodlodging.net). It's often the simplest option for short stays, and your orders may direct you there when available.
Off-base furnished housing tends to make more sense for longer TDYs — especially when you need a full kitchen, laundry, and a real workspace. Whether commercial lodging is authorized for your trip depends on your orders and your service's policy, so confirm with your Authorizing Official before booking.
The useful math: on a longer stay, your authorized lodging budget may be able to support a furnished home near base instead of a hotel room — particularly in the November–February and August–October rate seasons. That's not a guarantee, and it depends on your dates and what's available, but it's worth pricing before you default to a hotel.
How ORP Rentals Works
ORP Rentals is veteran-owned and based in Crestview, on the north side of the Eglin reservation. Three steps:
- Tell us your dates, duty location, and authorized lodging budget.
- We coordinate furnished housing that fits — whole homes for teams, private rooms for solo travelers.
- You get itemized, voucher-ready lodging receipts for your DTS submission, because ORP is the vendor of record for every stay we book.
Keep Your Receipts Itemized
The JTR requires an itemized lodging receipt for every lodging expense regardless of amount — provider name, dates, and nightly breakdown. Generic booking confirmations won't cut it in DTS.
More detail in our TDY receipts guide.
Reporting to the 7th Group or Duke Field on the north side? See our 7th SFG(A) & Duke Field housing guide. For a broader overview, see our TDY & Government Housing page.
Not a Listings Website
ORP Rentals is not a search-and-scroll marketplace. Travelers tell us where they're going, their dates, and their authorized lodging budget — and ORP coordinates the housing, sourcing from our own homes and trusted providers. You don't search hundreds of listings; we bring you the option that fits. Tell us where you're going. We'll find the housing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FY2026 lodging per diem rate for Eglin AFB?
It varies by month. For FY2026, the GSA rate for the Okaloosa/Walton County area ranges from $110/night (November–February) to $260/night (June–July), with M&IE at $86/day. Verify current rates at gsa.gov or the DTMO lookup.
Can I stay off base while TDY to Eglin?
It depends on your orders and your service's lodging policy. Some travelers are directed to on-base lodging when available; others are authorized commercial lodging. Confirm with your Authorizing Official before booking.
Does ORP provide receipts that work in DTS?
Yes. Every ORP stay comes with an itemized lodging receipt — provider name, dates, nightly rate, and payment shown — formatted to meet JTR receipt requirements.
How far is Crestview from Eglin AFB?
Crestview sits on the north side of the Eglin reservation in Okaloosa County, along the I-10 corridor. Commute time depends on which gate and facility you're assigned to — tell us where you're reporting and we'll factor it into the housing search.
ORP Rentals is a private company, not affiliated with the U.S. Government, DoD, or GSA. Per diem rates cited are FY2026 and subject to change; your orders govern your entitlements.