Step back into Old Florida. (Flo-reh-dah)

Whats old. Is new.

Thoughtfully blending historic charm.

The Old Carrabelle Hotel offers guests plush Hotelier Turndown™ linens, high-speed WiFi, spacious private baths, and thoughtfully upgraded interiors, and amazing outdoor spaces - ensuring a stay that’s both elegant and comfortable. Just steps from the harbor and Carrabelle’s quaint downtown, the hotel provides the perfect balance of coastal serenity and convenient access to local dining, shops, and attractions.

Where History Meets Hospitality – Gather, Relax, and Make Memories

Surrounded by lush, tropical courtyards and inviting verandas, The Old Carrabelle Hotel offers intimate gathering spaces where guests can relax, mingle, and share stories under the coastal breeze. It’s the kind of warmth and camaraderie that only a historic boutique inn can provide—where strangers become friends, and every stay becomes a memory.

The Old Carrabelle Hotel:

 A Storied Past, A Luxurious Future

Shrouded in the mist and mystery of the Forgotten Coast, The Old Carrabelle Hotel has stood as a silent witness to over a century of history. Originally built circa 1899, just after the great storm that reshaped the coastline, the hotel has welcomed travelers, seafarers, and storytellers alike, offering them refuge in its grand halls. Though early county records are vague, local lore suggests the building first served as a railroad hotel, catering to passengers arriving on the Tallahassee line, which once terminated near present-day downtown Carrabelle.

In the early 20th century, the hotel bore witness to the rise and fall of the town’s bustling timber and fishing industries. The sawmills hummed across the street, schooners lined the harbor, and weary workers sought respite in the cozy, unassuming rooms of the Carrabelle Hotel. Some say it later became a boarding house, a speakeasy, and even—if you believe the whispers—a lively brothel during World War II, when Carrabelle served as a training ground for the Normandy invasion. While these tales remain unconfirmed, the hotel’s hushed hallways and creaking floors still seem to hold their secrets.

One room, in particular, has drawn paranormal curiosity over the years. Guests have reported strange noises, flickering lights, and even the eerie sensation of being watched—all adding to the undeniable mystique of this century-old inn. Paranormal enthusiasts and skeptics alike have stayed to investigate, and while no definitive ghostly residents have been confirmed, one thing is certain: The Old Carrabelle Hotel has stories to tell.

Now, in 2025, the hotel enters a new chapter. Under new ownership, extensive renovations and thoughtful upgrades are breathing new life into this historic treasure. Guests will enjoy modern in-room amenities, refreshed interiors, and luxury linens by Hotelier Turndown™—the same sumptuous sheets found in every suite, available for purchase in our boutique store. While we honor the hotel’s rich past, we continue to invest, evolve, and elevate the guest experience, ensuring The Old Carrabelle Hotel remains a cornerstone of Carrabelle’s hospitality for years to come.

Experience the history, the charm, and perhaps even the mystery—book your stay today.