Hotels in Merritt Island

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 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.