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Gibson Inn

51 Ave. C, Apalachicola, FL, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Parking
Pet Friendly

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About this property

Gibson Inn is a 3-star independent hotel located in the heart of Apalachicola, Florida, steps from Downtown Books & Purl and within a short walk of the John Gorrie State Museum. The Dixie Theatre is 0.2 miles away, and Orman House Historic State Park is 0.5 miles from the property, placing guests in the center of the town's historic district.

The hotel offers 69 individually decorated guestrooms, each equipped with a minibar, flat-screen television, and complimentary wireless internet. Private bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Rooms feature desks, coffee and tea makers, and phones with free local calls. Guest comfort ratings average 4.4 out of 5.

Dining is available at The Franklin Cafe, which serves American cuisine and features a bar and lounge. Room service is available during limited hours. The property includes an outdoor pool and hot tub for guest use. Free bicycles are available for exploring nearby trails and the surrounding area. Additional amenities include concierge services, a banquet hall, free WiFi throughout the property, and complimentary self-parking. The Edwardian-style hotel sits near a nature reserve and features a terrace and garden spaces.

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Dogs are welcome at Gibson Inn, with a maximum of two pets per room and a weight limit of 85 pounds per pet. Service animals are allowed and exempt from pet fees. The property is pet-friendly with food and water bowls provided, though pets cannot be left unattended in rooms.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at Gibson Inn, you'll be centrally located in Apalachicola, steps from Downtown Books & Purl and within a 5-minute walk of John Gorrie State Museum. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Dixie Theatre and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Orman House Historic State Park.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Downtown Books & Purl - 0.2 km / 0.2 mi
Apalachicola Chocalate Company - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
John Gorrie State Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Dixie Theatre - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Orman House Historic State Park - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Riverfront Therapy & Spirit of the River Spa - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve - 10.6 km / 6.6 mi
Bryant Patton Bridge - 11 km / 6.8 mi
St. George Island Fishing Pier - 18.5 km / 11.5 mi
St. George Lighthouse - 18.6 km / 11.5 mi
St. George Island Visitor Center - 18.6 km / 11.6 mi
St. George Island Beach - 27.2 km / 16.9 mi
Sikes Cut - 30.1 km / 18.7 mi
Apalachicola National Forest - 42.3 km / 26.3 mi

The preferred airport for Gibson Inn is Tallahassee Intl. Airport (TLH) - 121.7 km / 75.6 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 69 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.

Dining

Enjoy American cuisine at The Franklin Cafe, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours).

Amenities & features

Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional features at this Edwardian hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - anytime
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 39
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 85
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

  • Pet fee: USD 35.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)

Know before you go

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).