Apalachicola, FL

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Where to stay in Apalachicola

Oyster/fishing boats at Apalachicola, Florida. Apalachicola is a small city along what is sometimes referred to as the Forgotten Coast on the Gulf coast of the Florida panhandle. Oyster and shrimp fishing continue to be important elements of the economy, and the town has a slower pace than the big resort areas elsewhere in the state.

Historic Downtown Apalachicola

Seafood restaurants, shopping, and historic sites are just a few things travelers enjoy about Historic Downtown Apalachicola. Check out Riverfront Therapy & Spirit of the River Spa or John Gorrie State Museum while you're exploring the area.

Historic Downtown Apalachicola
Gibson Inn

Gibson Inn

3 out of 5
51 Ave. C Apalachicola FL
$134 nightly
The price is $148 total per night from Dec 29 to Dec 30
$148 total
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Apalachicola. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (676 reviews)
The Gibson Inn is one of my favorite hotels in all of Florida, if not the Southeastern USA. You just can’t beat old world charm and they just keep making the place better and better with improvements that don’t take away from its historical beauty. We were there this past summer, and upon coming ...

Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025

Gibson Inn
Apalachicola Bay Inn

Apalachicola Bay Inn

2 out of 5
240 Hwy 98 West Apalachicola FL
$89 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from Dec 25 to Dec 26
$98 total
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Apalachicola. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (543 reviews)
Nice motel for how long it’s been there. The beds are a little uncomfortable but manageable.

Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025

Apalachicola Bay Inn
Coombs Inn & Suites

Coombs Inn & Suites

3.5 out of 5
80 Sixth St. Apalachicola FL
$119 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Dec 30 to Dec 31
$129 total
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Apalachicola. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions John Gorrie State Museum and Apalachicola Chocalate ...
8/10 Very Good! (908 reviews)
We love the Coombs Inn but it's no longer a bed and breadfast. There were also little things that they need to fix like a flickering bathroom light bulb and we weren't able to open the windows because they were painted shut. Besides that, Coombs Inn is an awesome old house that was very ...

Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025

Coombs Inn & Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Water Street Hotel & Marina, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Water Street Hotel & Marina, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.5 out of 5
329 Water St Apalachicola FL
Stay at this aparthotel in Apalachicola. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Popular attractions Riverfront Therapy & Spirit of the River Spa and Orman ...
9/10 Wonderful! (531 reviews)
Nice, clean and spacious. Love the screen porch overlooking the river and marsh.

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025

Water Street Hotel & Marina, an Ascend Collection Hotel
7 Bedroom - Gulf Front W/ Private Pool - 4 Kings, 9 Twins, 1 pull out

7 Bedroom - Gulf Front W/ Private Pool - 4 Kings, 9 Twins, 1 pull out

Eastpoint FL
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in St. George Island. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions St. George Lighthouse and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
Awesome place for a relaxing vacation!

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

7 Bedroom - Gulf Front W/ Private Pool - 4 Kings, 9 Twins, 1 pull out
Sleeps 16! Across from beach! POOL! Close to downtown! Downstairs apartment!

Sleeps 16! Across from beach! POOL! Close to downtown! Downstairs apartment!

Saint George Island FL
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in St. George Island. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions St. George ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (33 reviews)
not enough towels, dirty rags left in washer, kitchen trash can was crushed and broken on one side, front door was a nightmare to deal with.host was quick to respond, kitchen well stocked, beds were comfortable.with a few small repairs and a better cleaning crew, this would be a 5 star across the ...

Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025

Sleeps 16! Across from beach! POOL! Close to downtown! Downstairs apartment!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Apalachicola

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 49%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 46%
3 - Okay
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2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

A slow paced fishing village with enough local entertainment to keep us tourist happy.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Quaint and quiet.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

We had a great meal at Owl Taproom I think it was called. Recommend!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Small, friendly, walkable

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful area! Loved its quaint feel of the town. Would definitely go back!

4/5 - Good

Chickie

Seems like this town is still recovering from the hurricane a couple years ago. I wish them well.

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