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Island Hotel of the Space Coast

2.5 star property
Hotel in Merritt Island with free breakfast and beach bars

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Lobby
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Connecting Rooms, Courtyard View
Courtyard
Porch

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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260 E Merritt Island Cswy, Merritt Island, FL, 32952
  • Place, Cobb Theatres-Merritt Square 16
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Shore Lanes Bowling Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Brevard Veterans Memorial Museum Military Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, FL (MLB-Orlando Melbourne Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Park View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Park View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Park View

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Park View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Connecting Rooms, Park View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Connecting Rooms, Park View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Connecting Rooms, Park View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Connecting Rooms, Park View

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Connecting Rooms, Park View

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Connecting Rooms, Park View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Connecting Rooms, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Connecting Rooms, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Connecting Rooms, Courtyard View

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Connecting Rooms, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Connecting Rooms, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Connecting Rooms, Courtyard View

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Connecting Rooms, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Connecting Rooms, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Connecting Rooms, Courtyard View

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Merritt Island

Island Hotel of the Space Coast places you in the heart of Merritt Island, within a 10-minute walk of Cobb Theatres-Merritt Square 16 and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Shore Lanes Bowling Center. Highlights at this hotel include 10 beach bars, an outdoor swimming pool and a complimentary breakfast. .Pool View Bar is open for breakfast. The hotel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the outdoor tennis court and pool loungers. 1700 square feet (158 square metres) of event facilities include 2 meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and coworking space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a beach shuttle. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Merritt Island hotel include Cocoa Beach Pier and Cocoa Beach.

What's nearby

  • Cobb Theatres-Merritt Square 16 - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Shore Lanes Bowling Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Brevard Veterans Memorial Museum Military Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Brevard Veterans Memorial Center - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex - 24 min drive - 27.8 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, FL (MLB-Orlando Melbourne Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Island Hotel of the Space Coast

Hotel in Merritt Island with free breakfast and beach bars
Island Hotel of the Space Coast offers its guests an outdoor tennis court and an outdoor pool. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 10 beach bars, a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre, 2 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1700 square feet (158 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Island Hotel of the Space Coast. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Merritt Island hotel.

  • 128 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 10 bars on the beach
  • Conference rooms
  • 1700 sq ft of conference space
  • 158 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1978
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Island Hotel of the Space Coast offers 128 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends
  • 10 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Pool View Bar

Things to do

  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Outdoor pickleball court
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (1,700 square foot of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1978
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 14 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, cash and mobile payments. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 14 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Clarion Hotel Port Canaveral Area
Clarion Hotel Port Canaveral Area Merritt Island
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Econo Lodge Port Canaveral Area Hotel Merritt Island
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Econo Lodge Port Canaveral Area Merritt Island
Econo Lodge Port Canaveral Area
Of The Space Coast Merritt
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Island Hotel of the Space Coast Hotel
Island Hotel of the Space Coast Merritt Island
Island Hotel of the Space Coast Hotel Merritt Island

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Island Hotel of the Space Coast?

Island Hotel of the Space Coast offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Island Hotel of the Space Coast?

Yep, Island Hotel of the Space Coast has a free self car park, free extended parking and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to Island Hotel of the Space Coast?

The closest beach to Island Hotel of the Space Coast is Cocoa Beach (9.6 km).

Does Island Hotel of the Space Coast have a pool?

Island Hotel of the Space Coast has a pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Does Island Hotel of the Space Coast serve breakfast?

Yeah, travelers give a thumbs up to the free continental brekkie here! Served weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Island Hotel of the Space Coast?

No, Island Hotel of the Space Coast does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Island Hotel of the Space Coast?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Island Hotel of the Space Coast?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Island Hotel of the Space Coast Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 377 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 377 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 377 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 377 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 377 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Kurt

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The island hotel was old and rundown. Furniture old, bathroom terrible, like the place has been unkept for years. Gardens awful, pool old and uninviting. Only positive was lovely person at reception. Would never go back or recommend to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Tanisha

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not a 5 Star hotel but clean, safe and reasonable!! We will stay here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Artur

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

marilynn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was good for a quick stay. The room was clean. It is a old beachside like hotel with rusty hinges, but comfortable and convenient. The breakfast should just be called cereal and bread with apples there was nothing else on offer. The hotel value for the money gave us options to eat elsewhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Worst hotel I have ever stayed.

Alright, let's start with the positives ; 1) Super friendly staff 2) The bed was really comfortable 3) The place was really quiet , couldn't hear any sounds. Now let's do the negatives: 1) The breakfast was a joke, I have never seen a breakfast as bad as this one, I am not sure if the owner reads these reviews... but if you are reading this, you can't claim you offer breakfast. This is what they got for breakfast : Apples, bread ( not even outside the plastic bag), coffee and 2 cereals, butter and 1 type of jam, milk and orange juice, muffins ( Who eat muffins for BF??). Not even water was available. 2) They don't clean your room everyday. Not even to give fresh towels. 3) Everything is old, like... from the 90's I guess or even older, the aircon could not cope with the hot weather 4) The whole place feels like it was abandoned, the pool area with lots of trees fallen down, the gym which was permanently closed , The pool bar was also closed, I am really not sure what happened on this place, I guess at some point on the 90's was a really nice place, but now it's just old, abandoned and neglected which is a shame. 5) when I was talking to my taxi driver and I told him I was staying there he felt sorry for me... the place have some kind of bad reputation I guess. 6) The wifi... if you are close to the reception you are good, but if you are staying at the back rooms, it does not work. You can say you get what you paid for.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

steve

Business traveller

QUICK STAYOVER

This place could be so much more. It seems a little run down. The continental breakfast is just sad. The pool is nice and so is the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Blaine

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Woke up to our room covered in ants. Will never come back to this location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Beresford

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Roberto

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was easy to stay and convenient for our cruise and reasonably priced
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jenice

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in was easy the staff person was friendly the hotel appearance outside was run down the room also needed work the bedding was stained
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pool area is very clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dennis

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Lois

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

luisito

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay away from this property. I rather pay hundred dollars more than staying on this property. The smells are so bad. Linen and towels are almost dark color from being white. Good thing we only stayed for one night and we almost backed out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrible
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is in need of severe makeover or just tear and rebuild a thing. At one time you could see this must’ve been a very nice place but ever since the pandemic I don’t think I’d have fully recovered The staff is very nice very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Just pass go on this one!!

Booked this hotel on a whim online, hubby and I were at the beach and had some drinks and didn't want to drive home, so decided to get a cheap hotel near the beach, you do not always get what you paid for, pictures looked decent and the room was $120 per night which was the cheapest we could find. Drove by this "hotel" a couple times before realizing it was the hotel we booked. It's in a shopping center and literally looks like it is abandoned, we would not have stayed but we could not get our money back and we didn't want to drive home after drinking. The shower was broken but had good pressure and hot water and the bed was comfy, I slept on top of my beach towel because I was afraid of bed bugs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025