The Island Hotel as it appeared in the day's of Bessie Gibbs

   The Island Hotel Bed & Breakfast in Cedar Key, Florida is on the National Register of Historic Buildings, and is one of Florida's most famous Bed and Breakfasts.
   Built in 1859, the Island Hotel is constructed from seashell tabby with oak supports. Its walls have withstood hurricanes for almost 150 years, and its sloping wooden floors have survived the passage of innumerable feet. Built as the general store and post office, it has changed little over the years.

The main lobby

   Sit on a rocker on the long balcony and watch the sun set over the Gulf, relax in our informal and cozy lounge bar, painted in 1948 with murals of Cedar Key and King Neptune, for whom the bar is named, the only bar in Levy County without a television! Or just spend a relaxing morning or evening in the hotel lobby and reflect on years past when the lobby of a hotel was the center of social activity. Strike up a conversation with a stranger who is looking for just exactly what you are...a relaxing and comfortable break from the hectic world that exists outside of Cedar Key!

The upstairs lobby

The Island Hotel Today

   Whether here at our web site as a past or future guest or as a one interested in the history and future of one of Florida's most famous landmarks, we hope you will enjoy your visit and will let us know what you think! You will find information on:

• The History of The Island Hotel - Details on the storied past from 1859-present, plus our plans for the future.
• Cedar Key - A wonderful and relaxing community that is one of the last links to the  romantic and laid back years of Florida's past.
• Our Guest Rooms - Find out why our guests return again and again and why many guest return to remember romantic escapes at the Island Hotel from years past. Information on rates and reservations are here.
• Our Restaurant - See why foods critics from all over the country have written rave reviews about the fine dining experience at The Island Hotel. View our Menu and Wine List. Dinner is served from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. every night except Monday.
• Directions - If you want to know how to get here, we have a map for you! We're off the beaten path, but easy to get to!   You will also find information about flying in and also getting here by boat.

   If we may help or answer any questions that you might have about the Island Hotel Bed & Breakfast or Cedar Key, Florida, you may fill out an Information Request Form.

Enjoy your visit!