Places to Stay in St. Augustine | Hotels, Rentals & B&Bs
Historic inns, beach hotels, vacation rentals, and where to book.
Places to Stay in St. Augustine
Hotels, vacation rentals, bed and breakfasts, and campgrounds — for every budget and travel style
St. Augustine has more lodging options per square mile than almost anywhere in Florida, which means the choice matters. Where you stay shapes your whole trip — stay in the historic district and you walk everywhere, stay on the beach and you wake up to the ocean, stay in a vacation rental and you have a kitchen and a yard. Here is how to think about it.
Vacation Rentals
For families, groups, and anyone staying more than a couple of nights, vacation rentals almost always beat hotels on value and experience. A kitchen saves significantly on dining costs. A private yard or patio changes the whole feel of the trip. And in St. Augustine, the rental inventory is genuinely good — oceanfront condos on Anastasia Island, historic cottages in the downtown district, beach houses at Crescent Beach and Vilano.
First Choice Florida Vacation Rentals manages a curated portfolio of St. Augustine properties and books direct — no Airbnb platform fees, no third-party markups. They have been operating in St. Augustine for over 20 years and know every property personally.
Booking direct through First Choice Florida saves the 12-18% platform fee that Airbnb and VRBO add. For a week-long stay that’s real money back in your pocket.
Hotels in the Historic District
Staying in the historic district puts you walking distance from everything — the Castillo, St. George Street, the waterfront, the best restaurants. The tradeoff is price and parking. Historic district hotels command a premium and parking is either expensive or a hike.
The standouts at the high end are Casa Monica Resort and Spa, a 19th-century Moorish Revival landmark on King Street that is genuinely one of the most beautiful hotels in Florida, and the Hilton St. Augustine Historic Bayfront on Avenida Menendez with direct waterfront views. Both are worth the splurge for a special occasion.
Bed and Breakfasts
St. Augustine’s B&B scene is exceptional — this is exactly the kind of historic city where the format works perfectly. St. Francis Inn on St. George Street has been operating since 1845 and consistently ranks as one of America’s finest inns. It includes complimentary lighthouse tickets, bicycles, and a breakfast that guests mention in reviews for years afterward. Casa de Sueños on Cordova Street is ideal for couples seeking a romantic historic district base.
Beach Hotels and Resorts
If the beach is the priority, Anastasia Island and St. Augustine Beach have solid options. Embassy Suites St. Augustine Beach Oceanfront Resort sits directly on the Atlantic with a full breakfast included daily — a genuine value for families. The Hampton Inn St. Augustine Beach is a reliable mid-range choice with easy beach access and good service.
Campgrounds and RV Parks
St. Augustine is genuinely excellent for RV and tent camping. Bryn Mawr Ocean Resort on A1A South is one of the last true oceanfront campgrounds in Florida — you wake up to the Atlantic. Sun Outdoors St. Augustine off I-95 is a well-run resort-style RV park with a large dual dog park, pool, and easy access to both downtown and the beaches. North Beach Camp Resort north of town offers beach access across the street.
- Book summer weekends 6-8 weeks ahead minimum — St. Augustine fills fast
- September or early November offer the same experience at 20-30% lower rates
- Nights of Lights season (November through January) is the most romantic time — book 3+ months ahead
- Historic district parking is expensive — factor that into hotel price comparisons
- Vacation rentals with kitchens save $50-100/day on food for families
- Pet-friendly options exist across all categories — confirm breed and weight restrictions before booking
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