St. Vincent Island is a small wildlife refuge off the coast of Florida, accessible only by boat. The refuge is home to migratory nesting birds, bald eagles and loggerhead sea turtles. The island is a a tourist destination, but there are no hotels located on the actual island, as it is an active wildlife preserve. However, there are many nearby hotels.
Best Western Apalachicola Inn is located on Florida's mainland, within boating distance of St. Vincent Island. Amenities include complimentary breakfast, an outdoor pool, an ice machine, vending machines, parking, high speed Internet access, an ironing board and a hairdryer. Parking is provided for cars, RVs and trucks.
Best Western Apalachicola Inn
249 US Highway 98
Apalachicola, Florida 32320
850-653-9131
bestwestern.com
The Gibson Inn is located in Apalachicola, on Florida's mainland, within boating distance of St. Vincent Island. A Victorian inn, Gibson offers authentic, Victorian-style decor; it's on the list of National Historic Register of Historic Places. Each room has its own full private bath, wireless Internet access and cable television. Murder mystery theater, weddings and meeting facilities are also available.
The Gibson Inn
51 Ave. C
Apalachicola, FL 32320
850-653-2191
gibsoninn.com
Within boating distance of St Vincent island, each room at the Apalachicola River Inn offers a river view. The rooms available are upper and lower rooms, the Rose Suite, and the River Cottage. Accommodations include two queen or one king bed for the upper rooms and two double beds or one queen bed in the lower rooms. The Rose Suite offers wrap around windows, a private balcony and a whirlpool tub. The River Cottage is a two-room suite, each with a king-sized bed, French doors, a fully equipped kitchen and a 72-inch round Jacuzzi tub.
Apalachicola River Inn
123 Water St.
Apalachicola, FL 32320
850-653-8139
apalachicolariverinn.com
With thirty spacious suites, the Water Street Hotel and Marina calls itself first class luxury by the water. The marina is within boating distance of St. Vincent Island. Each suite offers a full kitchen, two baths, turn-of-the-century decor, sunrise views and a private veranda. An on-site marina makes boat access simple for St. Vincent Island visitors.
Water Street Hotel and Marina
329 Water St.
Apalachicola, FL 32320
850-653-3700
waterstreethotel.com
