Name: Water Street Hotel Marina An Ascend
Address: 329 Water Street, Apalachicola, 32320, US

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jul 2026

Donna

We loved our view and was a much larger condo than expected. Had a great time. Need new handle for microwave.

10/10

Exceptional

22 May 2026

Stan

Beautiful property with great views.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 May 2026

Vicki

Beautiful rooms and view. Great location and friendly staff. Very dog friendly

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

18 May 2026

Kenneth

The rooms were outstanding! There were 2 complete bathrooms, kitchen, livingroom, and screened in porch. We had our 2 dogs with us, and the grassy area across the street provided a place for them to go. We walked downtown. The location was great, and everything was very clean! We will stay there again!

Pet

8/10

Excellent

17 May 2026

Marsha

The main reason I did not give this a 5 star review is because the room had a strong musty smell that was over powering. We went to one of the shops in town and purchase a nice scented candle that helped.
The location was the best feature as we walked throughout the town.
The screened deck over the water was wonderful. We watched the sunrise and in the evening saw Manatees swimming in the river.
The hotel is only a 10 min drive to St. George Island.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 May 2026

Mke

Great location, price and property 👍

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 May 2026

Janice

The bed was comfortable and the bedroom was clean. Place was spacious. Living room furniture was very uncomfortable and the chairs and table on the balcony were not clean. There was a lot of pet hair about the space. Knives in the holder were dirty. I stayed here before and it seemed much cleaner and comfortable. Hotel lobby guys were very nice and helpful. Otherwise it was quiet and relaxing and an easy walk to the Biscuit Factory.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2026

Consulting

Outside of the silly requirement that guests pick up their Keurig coffee pods at check-in, instead of housekeeping putting them inside the rooms, everything was excellent.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Apr 2026

Shannon

The Water Street Hotel and Marina is a lovely place to stay. Very spacious rooms with full kitchen and a lovely balcony facing the river. While we were there, it was very quiet and peaceful. The pool area is also comfortable, clean and quiet. This was more like a condo than a hotel. I especially loved the lighted mirrors in the bathrooms. That was a nice touch. It is within walking distance to restaurants and shops and don’t forget to get your biscuit from the Biscuit Factory in the mornings. Just two blocks down the street. We will definitely stay here again.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Apr 2026

Rick

We were so pleasantly surprised at the rooms. They are incredible. Appalachicola

6/10

Pleasant

15 Mar 2026

Todd

There was mold around areas

10/10

Exceptional

16 Nov 2025

Lanell

Nice, clean and spacious. Love the screen porch overlooking the river and marsh.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

16 Oct 2025

Pam

This is a great property within walking distance to everything. The only thing that kept me from 5 stars was the need for paint and an update to the bathrooms.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Sep 2025

Susan

Relaxing Trip

I’ll never stay anywhere else when I’m Apalachicola. For a couple with different sleep habits it’s worth the little extra money to have a bedroom separate from the living area, a kitchen and such a relaxing screened patio on the river to relax at while waiting for them to wake up!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Aug 2025

Lorraine

I was somewhat disappointed after checking in on the first floor. The room looked as if it had had water damage in numerous areas, especially the floor in the living room as all the varnish was gone in that area. The master bathroom had rust in the corner of the tub and the ceiling looked as if there was water damage. It finally came to me that this hotel had most likely had water damage during Hurricane Michael. Most of the damage looks as if it had been repaired with the exception of the things I mentioned. Our accommodations were large and clean. If we stay there again I would want a room on an upper floor

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

16 Jul 2025

James

Not Totally Satisfied.

The room was relatively clean but VERY OUTDATED. Dish washer was dirty, lack of utensils, no instructions on how to operate TV in main room, concern with cats lingering around the property. Wish we had a different room.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

14 Jul 2025

Pamela

The hotel is in a pleasant area. Beautiful bay views. Within walking distance to restaurants and shops. Very safe. Pleasant staff!

Business_and_leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Jul 2025

Tonya

Loved the area, love the room and where it was and just having what we needed. However, ants everywhere, which is something that can be remedied. We will of course go back. It’s perfect for walking and relaxing in the area. Loved it .

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

20 Jun 2025

Heather

The property itself was amazing. However there was a water issue where it was undrinkable and smelled rancid. This was not communicated well to us.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

21 May 2025

Lynn

The staff were very friendly, The dishwasher did not work. We had to wait to check in. Short staffed but isn't everyone now.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2025

Lark

Beautiful Room

Great location, outstanding view from the screened in veranda

Partner

8/10

Excellent

15 Apr 2025

Kimberly

The property is very nice. The only thing was I was charged more for my room after I had checked out. No one said anything to me they just changed all of the charges and inflated the price of the stay after I had left. I felt this was unfair.

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

01 Apr 2025

Thomas

This is a great property to walk downtown and shop around. With some close great restaurants to visit for dinner and lunch. We love this town and how small it is and less crowded. Would have liked the pool to be heated since it was too cold to get in during this time of year. The kitchen is nice but did not have everything needed to cook meals it is more for reheating food or just having donuts or coffee. The front office staff was great and answered all my questions. I would definitely staff here again

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

31 Mar 2025

Emily

Stayed for a week on business. The hotel was comfortable, great location, and had all the things we needed for a long stay - stocked kitchen, laundry, etc. Staff were friendly and the view from the balcony was so lovely to wake up to each morning.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

24 Mar 2025

RITA

Nice and quiet location. Walkable to town to many restaurants. Clean rooms and good customer service. We will definitely consider staying here again.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Mar 2025

Ellen

I loved the hotel! I was surprised that I got an entire apartment with the screened in porch! Very comfortable and convenient to everything. Checking in with Sean was a pleasure!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jan 2025

Lorie

Nice quiet area and walkable to the area restaurants.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jan 2025

Robert

Very comfortable and affordable. Great location with all rooms with a balcony and facing the water.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

29 Nov 2024

Richard

Very clean great location boat friendly polite and helpful staff. Already planning our next stay.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Nov 2024

Connie

Beautiful place

The rooms are huge and everything is really nice. Absolutely love the balcony for my morning coffee. Only negative I have is the sheets were terrible. The fitted sheet had the little nubs of old cheap sheets which is my pet peeve and the bathroom towels were old and worn

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Nov 2024

Michael

The room was a mini apartment and VERY reasonable

10/10

Exceptional

10 Nov 2024

Maria

Wonderful hotel. Fully equipped. Big rooms

10/10

Exceptional

29 Oct 2024

Cynthia

Wonderful stay!

Very friendly staff. Room was just what we needed and spotlessly clean. Room to spread out, washer and dryer in the room, very comfortable bed, and nice little screened in deck to have coffee! Centrally located.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Sep 2024

Amelia

Very dark town….enjoyed working here and looking for an office. Not sure this town can sustain this place.

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

22 Sep 2024

Melissa

The hotel is peaceful . I love the cats around. The only thing i didn't like is the ceiling fans/blinds and lamps were dusty.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Sep 2024

Martha

The screened deck overlooking the water is amazingly peaceful.
The kitchen could be a little more stocked for those who want to cook, but there are so many choices to eat out in Apalachicola! A great place to stay!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Aug 2024

Brenda

Gerard was a pleasure at the front desk!!. Was a little apprehensive at first as it was not exactly in the center of town, but the place was old world gorgeous and super clean. So much space..mini condo with kitchen, washer, dryer etc and the view!!. All for under $200!!.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

12 Aug 2024

Jon

We have stayed here many times, love it

10/10

Exceptional

09 Aug 2024

Margaret

Private,Quite and great views of the river.

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jul 2024

Larry

Great place to stay. Spacious, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, kitchen, nice living area and private balconey on the water.

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jul 2024

miguel

Great place. Very comfortable.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2024

Forest

I really enjoyed watching the boating going up-and-down the river from our screens in patio

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jul 2024

Tom

Wonderful overnight trip to Apalachicola.
Beautiful accommodations and delightful screened in porch. Swam in the sparkling clean pool. Will be back for a longer stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2024

Lori

Where to begin? This hidden gem perfectly is tucked away on the most authentic street that illustrates the Apalachicola community. Located on a creek marina that feeds into the Apalachicola river, the scenery is priceless. Every unit on this property had a screened porch that gave you the view without the hassle of birds or yellow flies. The property itself was well-kept. The staff was exceptional, they went above the job to provide a great vacation for us! The rooms were more than rooms…they are large apartments. The old Florida style decor suits the theme of the hotel and their intention perfectly.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jun 2024

Meredith Holly

This property is absolutely wonderful! The rooms were perfect! There was so much space and amenities available for our stay. We traveled with my Boston terrier dog and it was very dog friendly. In fact, the whole town was very dog friendly. The inn was quaint and so peaceful. The workers were so nice and friendly- from the front desk to maintenance to the cleaning staff. We loved sitting on the back porch- which was screened in to deter the bugs. We watched the sun rise in the morning over the sound. The marina view was beautiful. I flew my drone over it and it was gorgeous! Wonderful restaurants and shopping were close by and there was a lot of local culture and history in the town. It was termed “sleepy fishing town” and we loved how it was close enough to the big beaches but off to itself so they you could enjoy serenity and relaxation. This property is a definite winner!

Leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2024

Judith

Great location on a marina with screened balconies! Walkable to shopping, dining and historical locations. Very spacious rooms with comfortable beds and pillows! would definitely stay again!

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

24 May 2024

Genna

The property was very quiet and clean

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

15 May 2024

Jean

No view other than parking lot

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

25 Mar 2024

Verified traveler

Great room

Nice room with a lovely view of the river.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Mar 2024

Letty

It was a great time

10/10

Exceptional

11 Mar 2024

Bruce

Loved it

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

27 Feb 2024

Julie

The property has a nice location, close enough to easily get to restaurants and attractions, but still kind of off in its own corner. Loved the size of the room, it was like your own apartment. Beautiful view on the balcony and very peaceful and relaxing. The only complaint is that the kitchen and bathrooms were a little worn and could have been cleaner. But, we would stay again.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Feb 2024

Marian

Much nicer than we expected. Very large room, very clean and comfortable.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Feb 2024

Jason

The place was huge! Booked a king room and walked into basically a huge one bedroom apartment with 2 bathrooms. Very large balcony on the marina. Absolutely perfect. Will be back.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

03 Feb 2024

Iris

no dining options anywhere near the hotel. felt unsafe with the factories and bars around there.

Leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jan 2024

Liz

Perfect Couples Retreat

Perfect room for a couple. Peaceful and quiet, with a lovely view of the river. Great for walking to and from the local restaurants.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Dec 2023

Doug

Wonderful and just perfect with the best view

We have been many times to Apalachicola but never stayed at this hotel before. I can't say enough about this place. Probably the best views in town. Quiet and picturesque along with all the amenities. The room (302) that we stayed in was perfect and spacious. We have found a new place to stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Dec 2023

Linda

Incredible room! Friendly and helpful staff.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

01 Dec 2023

Roy

Great waterfront setting. Beautiful apartment.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Nov 2023

Chariah

Great

Business_and_leisure

10/10

Exceptional

04 Oct 2023

Thomas

Nice Hotel at the end of an industrial stretch of the waterfront...They offer K-Cups for Breakfast...but nothing else. Seems out of character!

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

23 Aug 2023

Tracy

First stayed here in 2014 and have stayed a few times after, have always loved the location, the screened in porches with a view, the spacious rooms but in our last visit noticed how the condition of the units, hotel in general have gone down. Our unit was surface clean but in great need of a deep cleaning, it also needed some maintenance issues addressed. I hate seeing this hotel/condo slowly going downhill.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 Aug 2023

Catherine

Old Florida vibe

It was perfect, other than parking. There’s not enough spaces close to hotel. The sofa was very old and not too comfortable unless you used pillows for support. The screens on the porch are in need of repair. However, the office was kind enough to put us senior citizens on the 1st floor because the elevator wasn’t working! Very quiet and appreciated the Old Florida vibe. Close to everything! We had an amazing time!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jul 2023

Jennifer

Huge nice apartment like room, very well stocked. Make sure you get coffee from the front desk when you check in. Very peaceful screened in balconies. Right on the water, great view of nature

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

23 May 2023

Peter

Our room was quiet and very comfortable. With summer coming the screens on the porch needed attention, it was a little buggy out there.

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

19 Apr 2023

Diane L.

If somebody’s not here 24 hours there’s think

Water and it was wonderful with great views the gentleman behind the counter was kind and courteous and so helpful! I had it was trying to get home to help her parents when we got up we left the keys in her room but we unfortunate glasses they have an emergency number we called it twice they do not come to the emergency! If somebody’s not here 24 hours there’s think about this place twice

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Mar 2023

Paul

Had a great visit, wish we had been able to stay longer.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Mar 2023

Caryn

Clean rooms, pleasant staff and no giant parking lot to navigate. Great location and the separate little twin bedroom with its private bath was perfect for our family. Pet friendly rooms but could not tell a pet had been here. Highly recommend if you’re in the area!

Leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

21 Feb 2023

Debra S.

Water Street Hotel was very clean and comfortable. Having the marsh just out the back window was amazing. And, walking distance to downtown Apalachiccola restaurants and shops was fantastic.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

19 Feb 2023

Robert

Perfect escape

Great location, large apartment with balcony and wonderful views. Well supplied and furnished. Peaceful and refined. Maybe a little in need of some TLC.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Feb 2023

Charles

Spacious and very functional suite. Needs smaller furniture for some of the small rooms.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

01 Feb 2023

Brenda

We have stayed at this property 2 times now : they are blaming things still on Covid , but all the more reason to make it clean ????? Bathroom was not , outlets didn’t work , etc . Property is tired . That being said, there was washer/dryer in the room and was walkable to town .

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

11 Jan 2023

Melissa

Room in need of repair. Door closer hanging with screw sticking up when walking in room. Floors dirty. The view was great!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jan 2023

Rodney

Very nice Hotel. Was very surprised at the room size. Will definitely go back.

Leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

19 Dec 2022

April

The view is so peaceful. The location is within walking distance of the downtown area.

Business_and_leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Dec 2022

Kevin C.

nice accommodations.

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

21 Oct 2022

Rebecca

Elevator didn’t work, made it very hard for me and my husband to handle the stairs and our luggage.

Business Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Aug 2022

marc

The room and its views over the creek are amazing.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2022

Gloria

Staff was friendly

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2022

Ashley

It was a very nice place for our weekend getaway.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

13 Jun 2022

Valerie

Peaceful

Advertised as a new hotel. Was surprised to find that just meant renovated condos with dark old fashioned furnishings. Very nice location on the river but still close enough to walk to downtown. No breakfast or house keeping.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 May 2022

TIMOTHY

We love fishing at Apalachicola. This hotel has its own marina and leaving the boat in the water was a luxury. There was a glitch with the fire alarm going off in the middle of the night two nights in a row. Some guest were angry but we now have a good story. The manager comped our marina slip fees.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2022

Larry

The individual room were excellent. Dislike-- at 2:00 in the morning the fire alarm went of abd caused confusion. One gest told me that it went off at 4:30 a.m. the previous morning. Management should have had the company that provides this service on the property the 1st morning that the alarm went off. Aldo I tried the emergency phone located by the elevators and the phone would not work.

Business Pet

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2022

David

Nice rooms in a pleasant waterfront location. Balcony overlooked waterway and marsh. Essentially a full kitchen. We would stay there again - particularly at the Expedia price. Lot of nice restaurants and shops in Apilachicola. We chose it because of pet friendliness

Leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

30 Mar 2022

Karen

We loved having a beautiful screened deck overlooking the river! We also enjoyed having a living room and kitchen! The pool is a nice amenity, too! This was a lovely place to stay!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Mar 2022

Jennifer

Hidden Gem

I love this place out of the way .. but walking distance to food, drinks pubs...everything ! On the water with a marina with wet slips...great great place and pet friendly !

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

27 Mar 2022

Joni

Nice location

Lovely to sit on the veranda and listen to nature. The condo was very comfortable. However, it was a bit spendy but was close to the stores for shopping.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Mar 2022

James

We liked the overall room, amenities in the room, and the back porch area for relaxing and watching the boats.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Feb 2022

Janet

Beautiful location; elegantly decorated spacious suites.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Feb 2022

Michael

Views of river and marsh from comfortable living room and balcony.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

05 Feb 2022

Kathy

There was definitely NOT enough lighting in almost any part of the place except the bathrooms. The seating at the counter was not enough and not having daily housekeeping was disappointing. Doubtful we'll stay again, but it was a good experiment. Front office staff was excellent.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jan 2022

Betsy

Spacious, beautifully decorated units with a porch overlooking the marsh. Very helpful staff.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Dec 2021

Mhari G.

Serene and relaxing

Property was immaculate. Very friendly staff, including the greeter cats. Room was very spacious and overlooked the river. I contacted the “host” for some information and never heard back from them.

10/10

Exceptional

14 Nov 2021

Dean B.

Great for the price

Quick stay but ideal location. Great seafood restaurant in walking distance. Short drive to St. George Island. Dowtown was quaint with great shops.

6/10

Pleasant

25 Aug 2021

Penney

Our main complaint was hordes of tiny ants whenever we had food out. We ended up going home early but had to pay for our remaining reserved days (which we knew.)

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 Aug 2021

Derek

Everything was great except the power outage for a few hours due to the big storm which was unavoidable. Overall was great stay. Only other problem was ants gotten to our rooms and car which probably due to them looking for dry places to stay.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

04 Aug 2021

Verified traveler

The room was spacious and clean, a small apartment.
We had a great view of the water, including passing alligators and jumping mullet. The elevator was noisy and one day past its inspection date, but worked fine. We also enjoyed the cats that let us pet them. We would come back here.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

20 Jul 2021

Verified traveler

Very nice! We used the kitchen during 3 night stay, could have been a bit better supplied with cutlery, glasses. Pepper, no salt. Very clean, comfortable bed. Last time we got a suite with bedroom next to the porch overlooking the river, this time it was interior, not as special. Overall great place though!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2021

Verified traveler

Great location, tastefully furnished, spacious.

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jun 2021

Verified traveler

We were arriving several hours later than anticipated. We called ahead to make sure we could get in (after midnight). They were very accommodating, checked us in by phone, left instructions for the keys and our room. No problems.

Leisure Family