Apalachicola Bay Inn

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Apalachicola motel

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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Front of property
Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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240 Hwy 98 West, Apalachicola, FL, 32320
  • John Gorrie State Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Dixie Theatre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Downtown Books & Purl
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Apalachicola

In Apalachicola .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Apalachicola motel, you'll find John Gorrie State Museum and Apalachicola Chocalate Company. Dixie Theatre and Downtown Books & Purl are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • John Gorrie State Museum - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Dixie Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Riverfront Therapy & Spirit of the River Spa - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Orman House Historic State Park - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Downtown Books & Purl - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Tallahassee Intl. Airport (TLH) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Half Shell Dockside - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Station - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Apalachicola Chocolate & Coffee Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Up The Creek Raw Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Oyster City Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Apalachicola Bay Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Apalachicola motel
Apalachicola Bay Inn offers its guests a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
Apalachicola Bay Inn offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Laundry fee: USD 1

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

Rancho Inn Apalachicola
Rancho Inn
Rancho Apalachicola
Rancho Hotel Apalachicola
Apalachicola Bay Inn Motel
Apalachicola Bay Inn Apalachicola
Apalachicola Bay Inn Motel Apalachicola

Frequently asked questions

How close is Apalachicola Bay Inn to the airport?

Apalachicola Bay Inn is 76.7 mi (104-min drive) away from the Tallahassee Intl. Airport (TLH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Apalachicola Bay Inn?

As of Aug 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apalachicola Bay Inn on Aug 24, 2025 start from $109.0, 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.

Does Apalachicola Bay Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Apalachicola Bay Inn.

How close is Apalachicola Bay Inn to the beach?

This motel is 17.8 mi (21-min drive) from Port St. Joe Beach and 19.3 mi (38-min drive) from St. George Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Apalachicola Bay Inn offer free breakfast?

Apalachicola Bay Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Apalachicola Bay Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Apalachicola Bay Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Apalachicola Bay Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Apalachicola Bay Inn have a pool?

Apalachicola Bay Inn does not have a pool.

Does Apalachicola Bay Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Apalachicola Bay Inn to downtown Apalachicola?

Apalachicola Bay Inn is 1 mi away from Apalachicola.

Apalachicola Bay Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 526 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 526 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 526 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 526 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 526 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Onlybstsyed one night it was satisfying
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nakeshia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Casey

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

GlendaThomas

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

Nice place to stay and get some rest.

Had a nice stay, Bed a little hard for wife, but I liked it.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
This is just a motel but it is very clean and upgraded. It is all I needed for just one night. A good bed and a nice bathroom. A TV which was simple to use.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Aline

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

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

Appalacicola trip.

We loved this place. Great owner and a great room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lara Lee

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

Simple, clean, convenient.

Hotel is an older hotel, but convenient and located a couple minutes from downtown. Room was comfortable and clean, air was cold, shower was hot. Front desk was very polite and accommodating. Only suggestion I would have is maybe have an extra blanket available in the room. Otherwise would definitely stay here again. Appalachicola is such a cool little town!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ozell

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sheila

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

convenient

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great stay

The building is older but well maintained. The rooms clean and tidy. The gentleman at the front desk was welcoming and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Economical and convenient

No frills but clean and friendly. Beds were a little firm for our liking but everything was clean and easily accessible. Very decent price. The parking situation is a bit tricky. This is my 4th stay here and there's obviously a reason I keep returning. It's well priced, clean, and convenient to Apalachicola and St George island.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

A good place

It's an older drive-up mom and pop, but it's clean in a good location. Staff was nice, room was comfortable. Well lit and secure.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Steve

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Smoke alarms chirped all night, removed from ceiling and tmit was past it's expiration date
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Eli

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

DANIEL

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025