Marathon Motels

Marathon Motels for the Frugal Traveler

There are 6 affordable motels in Marathon among the more than 339 hotels and other accommodations. These cheaper accommodations can help you cut costs compared to traditional hotels, which have more amenities but ones you may never use.

By saving on your room price, you can enjoy all that Marathon has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include Sombrero Beach, Dolphin Research Center, and Seven Mile Bridge.

Fun fact: The word "motel" was conceived in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot.

Listed below are some of Expedia customers' recommended Marathon motels to choose from:

Kingsail Resort

• Stay within a 10-minute drive of Sombrero Beach and Seven Mile Bridge.
• Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Sea Dell Motel

• An outdoor pool, free WiFi, and free parking are available during your stay.
• It's located within a quick 4-minute drive of Sombrero Beach.

Seascape Motel & Marina

• Enjoy access to the marina, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
• Stay within a 10-minute drive of Sombrero Beach and Seven Mile Bridge.

Bayview Inn & Marina

• It's located within a quick 5-minute drive of Dolphin Research Center.
• A restaurant and an outdoor pool are available during your stay, along with room amenities like free WiFi.

Siesta Motel

• Stay within a 10-minute drive of Sombrero Beach and Seven Mile Bridge.
• Enjoy access to the restaurant, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

What to Do in Marathon

Here are some popular places:

• Sombrero Beach
• Dolphin Research Center
• Seven Mile Bridge

These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places:

• Pretty Joe Rock
• The Turtle Hospital
• Vaca Key

These are some attractions the whole family can enjoy:

• Conch Air (Bi Plane Rides)
• Island Hoppers Aerial Adventures

Marathon is also popular for its:

• Jogging trails
• Dolphins
• Fishing
• Snorkeling
• Bird watching

Best Time to Visit Marathon

• The hottest months are typically August and July, while January and December are the coldest months
• January-March: Daytime temperatures average 81° F and nighttime temperatures average 64° F
• April-June: 91° F is the daytime average and 70° F is the nighttime average
• July-September: Daytime averages are around 92° F and nighttime averages are around 78° F
• October-December: The average temperatures are 88° F during the day and 64° F at night
• Average rainfall is 46.14 inches in a year

How to Get to Marathon and Around the Area