Cheap Hotels in Merritt Island
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Top neighborhoods in Merritt Island
Hampton Homes
Hampton Homes offers a peaceful slice of Florida living on Merritt Island, away from tourist crowds. This quiet residential area is perfect for travelers wanting to experience authentic suburban life. With access to nearby waterways like Indian River Lagoon and Banana River, it's a great base for fishing and boating enthusiasts. Many vacation rentals feature private pools and full kitchens at budget-friendly rates compared to beachside options. A car is essential here, but you'll appreciate the easy drives to Kennedy Space Center, wildlife refuges, and Cocoa Beach attractions.
Fowlers
Fowlers offers a peaceful slice of real Florida living on Merritt Island, away from the tourist crowds. Wide streets lined with palm trees and ranch-style homes create the perfect backdrop for evening walks. The neighborhood sits close to both the Indian River Lagoon and Banana River, making it a dream for water lovers. This quiet residential area requires a car to get around, but that's part of its charm. Vacation rentals with private pools dominate the accommodation scene. While you'll need to drive for restaurants and shopping, you're still just minutes from Kennedy Space Center and beautiful Cocoa Beach.
Catalina Isle Estates
Catalina Isle Estates delivers a slice of Florida waterfront paradise on Merritt Island with private docks and scenic Banana River views. This upscale residential haven offers peaceful streets perfect for morning walks away from tourist crowds. Water lovers can spend days fishing, boating, or simply watching herons glide across crystal-clear canals right from their rental's backyard. Luxury vacation homes with pools and docks dominate the accommodation scene, most featuring Mediterranean or contemporary architecture. While you'll need a car to reach nearby restaurants and shops, the trade-off is worth it—serene mornings with coffee overlooking the water and evenings watching the sunset from your private deck.
Surfside Estates
Surfside Estates delivers a slice of authentic Florida living without the tourist crowds. This waterfront community on Merritt Island gives you direct access to the Indian River Lagoon for kayaking and wildlife spotting. The peaceful residential streets create the perfect backdrop for evening walks under palm trees, while nearby attractions like Cocoa Beach Pier remain just a short drive away. Getting around requires a car, with most dining and shopping options about 15 minutes away in Merritt Island or Cocoa Beach. Accommodation consists mainly of private vacation homes with docks and canal access, making this the ideal spot for travelers seeking a quiet home base with room to breathe.
Banana River Drive
Top landmarks in Merritt Island
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is worth a visit, located 14 mi (22.5 km) from central Merritt Island. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great chocolate shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to experience more of the culture Merritt Island has to offer, head to Kennedy Space Center and Rocket Garden.
Black Point Wildlife Drive
If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Black Point Wildlife Drive in Waterway Manor. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great chocolate shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Manatee Sanctuary Park, located nearby.
