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Gibson Inn

3.0 star property
Edwardian hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Located near Downtown Books & Purl, Gibson Inn offers a charming escape with a garden and inviting bar. The Franklin Cafe serves American dishes worth trying. Free bicycles make exploring easy. Guests appreciate the helpful staff and convenient in-room WiFi throughout their stay.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NT$4,068
NT$4,495 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4

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Grand Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, City View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Grand Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, City View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
51 Ave. C, Apalachicola, FL, 32320

What's nearby

  • John Gorrie State Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Downtown Books & Purl - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dixie Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Apalachicola Chocalate Company - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Riverfront Therapy & Spirit of the River Spa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Tallahassee Intl. Airport (TLH) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Apalachicola Chocolate & Coffee Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Half Shell Dockside - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Oyster City Brewing Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Gibson Inn - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Gibson Inn

Hotel remodeled in 2020 and located near Downtown Books & Purl
Located close to John Gorrie State Museum and Dixie Theatre, Gibson Inn provides a terrace, a garden, and a bar. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, The Franklin Cafe, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and an electric car charging station
  • 1 meeting room, a 24-hour front desk, and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekday cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 17 to 30 for adults and USD 17 to 30 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • The Franklin Cafe

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1907
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Renovated entire property - November 2020

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 17 to 30 for adults, and USD 17 to 30 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 35.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Property Registration Number HOT2900299

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Gibson Inn Apalachicola
Gibson Inn
Gibson Apalachicola
Gibson Hotel Apalachicola
Gibson Inn Hotel
Gibson Inn Apalachicola
Gibson Inn Hotel Apalachicola

Frequently asked questions

Is Gibson Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 35.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Gibson Inn?

As of 2025/12/2, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gibson Inn on 2025/12/3 start from NT$4,068, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gibson Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Gibson Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Gibson Inn located?

Located in Historic Downtown Apalachicola, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Downtown Books & Purl, Dixie Theatre, and John Gorrie State Museum. Orman House Historic State Park and Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Gibson Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 437 out of 666 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 666 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 666 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 666 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 666 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and excellent food
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, relaxed atmosphere.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! Will go back again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MollyJean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying at The Gibson. Friendly staff, clean, spacious rooms, perfect location for shopping and dining~~ Best porch in the south. We love its charm. Excited to see a pool will be added to the experience in the near future.
Best porch in the south
Get outside
Shop and support local
Rise and shine
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Twyla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is convenient to historic downtown. Its original building is very well maintained and has a classic old Florida style. The new additions are very luxurious
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great place, full of history. This is a staple of the original Apalachicola. They have bikes you can use to tour around the town, walking distance to the historic district, the water, bars, shopping, so much shopping. Love this place would not stay anywhere else
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice inn to stay ,one drawback was no elevators
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and staff was friendly. Close to the shops in the area and the restaurant had good food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are comfortable and clean. Wish the new pool and hot tube were open. Next time.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely time in beautiful antique surroundings

Beautiful hotel. Gracious service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

KIRBY

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didn't have valet carts and ice machines were not nearby..Also pool and hot tub wwre not yet open.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the old Florida vibe and our room was more than we expected.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

margaret

Liked: Staff & service
nice historic town. The water is still an issue, not a lot of restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic hotel with modern amenities and great comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This Inn was incredible, plus so historic!!! We loved sitting on the veranda.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Very nice place & friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved this property. Very nice, clean room with higher end bath. Restaurant onsite. Convenient and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel. Clean, modern and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved it here! I’ll be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Beth

Beautiful inn in historic Apalachicola. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel, staff were very helpful. The room was very clean, wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024