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
The price is NT$4,090 per night from Dec 22 to Dec 23
NT$4,090
NT$4,520 total
Dec 22 - Dec 23
includes taxes & 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 2025/12/18

Gibson Inn
Best Western Apalach Inn

Best Western Apalach Inn

2.5 out of 5
249 US Highway 98 Apalachicola FL
The price is NT$3,193 per night from Dec 24 to Dec 25
NT$3,193
NT$3,528 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Apalachicola. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
Nice motel and very comfortable bed.

Reviewed on 2025/12/11

Best Western Apalach Inn
Apalachicola Bay Inn

Apalachicola Bay Inn

2 out of 5
240 Hwy 98 West Apalachicola FL
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 2025/12/11

Apalachicola Bay Inn
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 2025/11/16

Water Street Hotel & Marina, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Cape Cottages by Panhandle Getaways

Cape Cottages by Panhandle Getaways

3.5 out of 5
110 Sandlewood Blvd Port St. Joe FL
Stay at this vacation home in Cape San Blas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Very relaxed and clean

Reviewed on 2025/10/21

Cape Cottages by Panhandle Getaways
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
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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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