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Apalachicola River Inn

123 Water Street, Apalachicola, FL 32320
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
Date Rating
Boca Raton, Florida
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

We stayed in the large suite recently with another couple for 3 nights. My husband and I had stayed in the area last September at the Coombs Inn (which was extremely disappointing), and viewed this suite before we left town, and subsequently made reservations for this trip. Boss' restaurant is directly located below this unit and it gets busy at... More

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oystr, Owner at Apalachicola River Inn, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Baby Joan,TWO SEPERATE OPINIONS same accommodation Margit Biztray Tripsmarter We spent the night at the Apalachicola River Inn, owned by Larry and Caroline Maddren of the "oystertown complex" including Boss Oyster and Caroline's restaurant. It was just turning evening and from our room we could look out over the Apalachicola Bay and river, all calm as can be with birds... More

Punta Gorda, Florida
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27 reviews 27 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

Did some of the reviewers stay at the same place? - it doesn't appear it to us.The hotel is quaint but very expensive for the room one gets, however that goes with the riverside location (we had a lovely view of the road bridge too!) and it seems to be busy. The hotel, Boss Oyster and Caroline's is owned by... More

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oystr, Owner at Apalachicola River Inn, responded to this review
12 May 2013

SuziTours, You reviewed The Apalachicola River Inn and systematically picked it apart to justify your opinion of the room rates. With due respect I will in turn pick your review apart to point out serious flaws in your reasoning. The hotel is quaint, but expensive for the room one gets however that goes with the riverside location. I agree that... More

Treasure Island, Florida
Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

This is our first stay at the River Inn and we loved it. The staff was so friendly and we loved the private balcony over looking the river on the second floor. The ground floor rooms are also on the water and you can fish right out front of your room. We ate at Boss Oyster for dinner and Carolines... More

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oystr, Owner at Apalachicola River Inn, responded to this review
24 April 2013

Thanks for visiting our inn and your kind review. The Apalachicola River Inn is like an old Florida lodge set in the historic district of this former steamboat cotton shipping town. The inn attaches to our restaurant Caroline's Dining on the River. All of the property including the Boss Oyster Restaurant( top 10 oyster bars in US Coastal Living Magazine... More

Florida
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15 reviews 15 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

The Apalachicola River Inn is a quaint place in a historic town. It is not upscale, but it is clean and cute and friendly. But, the reason I would return there is it included the best breakfast my husband and I ever had at a hotel or B and B!!

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oystr, Owner at Apalachicola River Inn, responded to this review
20 April 2013

Thank you for your kind response. We want to make your stay provide you with pleasant memories. Mother Nature plays a big part in that endeavor because of our unique riverfront location. If we can start each days stay with us with a memorable relaxing breakfast along the river the thought of your stay gets enhanced. No hard boiled eggs... More

Oslo, Norway
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Very charming and friendly guesthouse. The same can be said of the small village with many cozy cafes and galleries. Fantastic breakfast overlooking the river, would love to return! St. George Island has a beautiful beach and when the temperature is right, I think this is a summer paradise (we saw a dolphin playing in the beach front).

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oystr, Owner at Apalachicola River Inn, responded to this review
25 April 2013

Thanks for visiting us from Norway and your kind review. I bet that Norway has many quaint fishing villages like Apalachicola. We are very proud of our inn on the Apalachicola River in the waterfront historic district. Walking around Apalachicola from the inn is as simple as stepping out your door. Thanks for honoring us with your visit and hurry... More

Newburyport, Massachusetts
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47 reviews 47 reviews
21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013

If you read the book "Man on the Blue Moon" you're in the mood. A struggling community with a rich heritage. Third largest cotton port in it's day. A quaint inn/motor lodge on the wharf. Upstairs room, clean & adequate, comfortable king bed, screened in porch, ample bathroom. Easy check-in & out. Yep, the office doubles as a liquor/cigar store,... More

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oystr, Owner at Apalachicola River Inn, responded to this review
25 April 2013

Thank you for your kind review. You get it. The wharf dates back to the steam boat cotton trade days Our Inn is in the historic district and is built on the wharf at the end of the old Apalachicola northern railway by land and the steamboat cotton oyster trade on the riverside. Please come see our rooms. WE want... More

Oneonta, New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013

stayed three nights; unusually chilly weather (March 2013); sort of old fashioned room with newly renovated bathroom; very comfortable; no internet in rooms; excellent full breakfast included; authentic oyster bar next door; very helpful staff

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oystr, Owner at Apalachicola River Inn, responded to this review
29 April 2013

Blfish, Thanks for your kind review. We are celebrating 22 years as owners of the inn WE are always working to make it special . The couple who are our dear friends, Art and Bobby Clough, have been with us the entire time and have literally worked on the inn and our restaurants Caroline's, where we serve the guests our... More

Panama City Beach, Florida, United States
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

We've stopped in here for the night from 2006 thru 2010 when we moved to the FL KEYS. Boss Oyster is A+ INFINITY! The folks at River Inn are top notch all the way! We have included this community in each and every trip South. Where we always sit, is the seats/view from two issues of Southern Living. Watching the... More

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oystr, Owner at Apalachicola River Inn, responded to this review
25 April 2013

Thank you for your kind review. We as owners absolutely adore this place. Sit on our dockside gazebo and enjoy your complimentary cooked to order breakfast on the only inn on the river. Wanda McKinley Southern Living "Florida's Quiet Side" Morning comes gently to Apalachicola. Oyster boats and shrimp boats begin their daily pilgrimages into the seafood-rich bay as the... More

Florida
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2013

We have stayed here for years. Our most recent stay was in January. This is "Old Florida" at its best. We love the rooms on the 1st level. They are spacious with a nice sitting area and have large baths plus you have a nice sitting area just outside the room, The view is just wonderful. You are right on... More

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Georgia
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31 reviews 31 reviews
24 hotel reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2013

Not impressed. The only thing this hotel really has going for it was the view.We had an upper level room that had a screend balcony over the bay. The room was clean. That is all the good i can come up with. THe breakfasts were average altough the wait staff was friendly. The room had no fridge, microwave or even... More

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Additional Information about Apalachicola River Inn

Also Known As:
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Apalachicola River Hotel
Address: 123 Water Street, Apalachicola, FL 32320
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Region: United States > Florida > Florida Panhandle > Apalachicola
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #4 of 5 B&Bs / Inns in Apalachicola
Price range (per night): RM303 - 482

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