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Beachside Hotel & Suites Cocoa Beach - Port Canaveral

Bright retro hotel with ocean views, free Wi-Fi, outdoor pool, and lazy river. Steps from Cocoa Beach, Florida Surf Museum, and Westgate Pier.

3901 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931, United States View on map
8.4/10
Very Good Based on 1878 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Accessible Outdoor pool
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced charm with convenient location and friendly service

Guests highlight the hotel's retro vibe, helpful staff, and proximity to the beach and Port Canaveral. While many appreciate the relaxing amenities, some note dated features and minor room drawbacks.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly, accommodating staff who go above and beyond, especially front desk team members.
  • Convenient location just minutes from the beach, cruise port, restaurants, and shopping.
  • Enjoyable pool area with a lazy river and included free breakfast.
  • Clean, spacious rooms with flexible layouts such as dividers and pull-out couches.
  • Extras like loaner surfboards, free bike rentals, and shuttle services appreciated by guests.

Worth knowing

  • Some rooms and bathrooms show signs of aging and may feel dated or cramped.
  • Sofa beds are generally uncomfortable compared to the main beds.
  • Humidity-related odors sometimes occur but can be managed with air circulation.
  • Pool temperature varies and may feel cold to some guests.
  • The hotel lacks a hot tub, which may be a downside for those seeking this amenity.

Best for

  • Travelers seeking a budget-friendly, colorful beachside hotel with character.
  • Guests looking for easy access to the cruise port and local attractions.
  • Families or groups wanting versatile room configurations and outdoor amenities.
  • Visitors who appreciate friendly service and inclusive perks like free breakfast.
  • Those looking for a relaxed atmosphere with nearby dining, shopping, and beach activities.
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About this property

Welcome to Beachside Hotel & Suites Cocoa Beach - Port Canaveral

Beachside Hotel & Suites Cocoa Beach - Port Canaveral offers a bright, retro atmosphere with a colorful 1960s vibe. Its setting just a block from the North Atlantic Ocean provides easy beach access along with views of the ocean, especially from higher floors in the hotel tower. The property features an outdoor pool and a lazy river, with added touches like an outdoor bar and complimentary loaner surfboards, catering well to those seeking laid-back coastal recreation.

Guests can expect practical amenities including free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, free parking, and an on-site restaurant and bar. The hotel is pet-friendly and smoke-free, and provides services like an airport shuttle and a business center. While some reviews note dated aspects, the rooms are generally considered clean and spacious, with configurations that can adapt for families. Accessibility features are also available, making the hotel suitable for a range of travelers.

Located within a short walk of the Florida Surf Museum and about a mile from Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier, the hotel places visitors close to local dining, fishing, and surfing opportunities. Popular nearby attractions include Lori Wilson Park and the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Its proximity to several airports and the Port Canaveral cruise terminal adds convenience for visitors arriving to explore the area or embark on cruises.

Guest feedback reflects appreciation for the helpful and hospitable staff, along with the convenience of included breakfast and amenities like the lazy river. Some reviewers mention that the hotel has a dated feel, and note occasional issues such as humidity-related odors or small bathroom facilities, but overall it is considered a solid option for those wanting easy beach access and a relaxed environment.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Outdoor pool
Air-conditioned
Business center
Pet-friendly
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Golf course
Bar
Smoke-free
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

KG
Kevin Gardner Apr 07, 2026
10

First, Jennifer should be employee of the YEAR!! Great, quaint, quiet, and safe stay! Everything has a retro beach hotel feel, but to some that may seem “dated”. The rooms were basic but clean, and very spacious. Our room could have slept more than our family due to the pull out couch and the dividers that make the room feel somewhat like a mini-suite. The pool was great and the lazy river was a plus! Staff was very hospitable and on top of any needs we have had. The restaurant in the vicinity was great, offering decent meals and drinks! Get a room in the hotel tower for a great partial beach view on the 6th floor! I’d recommend you come, stay, swim, eat, drink — all at the hotel! And a big plus is a night walk on the beach or anytime, as you are a 2-3 minutes walk away! A legit breakfast is included! I’ve heard great things!

GL
Gisella Lynch Apr 06, 2026
10

Booked this with a friend and my daughter last minute so we didn’t know what to expect upon arrival but we really loved it! The customer service was great! Nice pool and lazy river, Free bike rentals and the free breakfast in the morning was perfect. I even forgot my cosmetic bag and they shipped it to me within the week!

ML
Millie Leon Mar 21, 2026
10

This was a Wonderful one night stay before heading to our cruise. Perfect location. We did not get to enjoy outdoor amenities because it was too cold. But the room was excellent. We were able to create a 2 bedroom space. However the sofa bed is SUPER uncomfortable, but that was better than. Not sleeping hearing my cousin snoring all night…. I will not take Away stars because there were two perfectly comfortable beds. I would definitely consider this hotel for a longer visit.

AG
Annette Green Jan 30, 2026
10

There are some reviews that made me afraid to be here, so I hope this is helpful for you as you book your trip. We needed a room close to the cruise port and we wanted to be able to have amenities where we could lounge by a pool and grab a drink after a long day flying. This place did not disappoint. I asked if there is luggage storage as we came earlier than check in. The answer was yes. However, the room was available earlier so that was a nice surprise as we had been traveling since 2:00 am mountain time. The lazy river was fun and the drinks are not over priced. The room smell that others complained about is a standard smell in humid environments. This is Florida. It’s humid. Bring a plug in and your problem is solved. We had the air and fans circulating and sprayed some Febreeze in the air. We also opened the door to the pool as we wanted to hear the live DJ. Overall, this place is a little dated. It has personality. I would stay here again. They also have shuttles to the cruise port and from the airport. Hope the video helps!

GS
Gen Signorelli Jan 10, 2026
10

I checked in with Jennifer at the front desk and met the manager Willis which will both extremely informative. The rooms were nice the grounds were clean and the hotel staff including the security guard were very nice to me. The lazy River was a plus with the large TV and the entertainment of live music on the side. This place was amazing and very pleasant to stay at. It was centrally located and convenient to go anywhere you needed to be for shopping and transportation. I was up there for the golf cart parade in Cocoa and it was a pleasant experience as they let me Park my truck and trailer on the lot. I felt very safe what's security running around the clock. The beds were okay the TV worked fine and the internet worked well. Right across the street from the beach.

KL
Kristy Lauer Jan 05, 2026
10

I will 100% book this hotel again. It is situated perfectly and is a very short walk to restaurants, shopping, groceries and the beach. The rooms were clean and all of the staff at the front desk were happy and helpful, but Lou stuck out, she was amazing! Her energy was contagious.

TO
The Orgerons Jan 02, 2026
10

Very cute hotel! Decor is traditional Florida vibe. Front desk staff very friendly & knowledgeable. Super clean room & bathroom. Shower head kind of sucked (leaky) but got the job done. Was disappointed that there was no hot tub. Pool was way too cold for me but that’s simply preference! Very nice outdoor area with games, tables & sandpit for little ones. Breakfast was great and in a well kept/clean area. Front desk made excellent recommendations on local food! If you are a late or light sleeper, be prepared for checkout noise. Rolling suitcases sound like freight trains coming through due to the type of brick surface haha

C
Craig Dec 29, 2025
10

We arrived in Florida a day before our cruise and I would highly recommend the Beachside Hotel & Suites. Within minutes of the port and within walking distance to restaurants and grocery stores. We stayed on the ground floor of the resort. There was a five story tower but we were happy to be on the ground floor near the pool. The room was dated but comfortable. The bathroom was extremely tiny and had a sink that had a hard time draining. Your resort fee covers your breakfast so make sure you go down and enjoy it.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Beachside Hotel & Suites Cocoa Beach - Port Canaveral

Cocoa Beach, Florida, USA

A block from the nearest beach along the North Atlantic Ocean, this colorful, funky hotel dating from 1965 is a 6-minute walk from the Florida Surf Museum, and 1 mile from surfing, fishing and dining at Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier. It's 12 miles from I-95.

  • N Atlantic Ave/ Brevard Ln 1 min Walk
  • N Atlantic Ave/ Canaveral Plaza Blvd (SW Corner) 4 min Walk
  • Shepard Park @ Pizza Hut 7 min Walk
  • Orlando Executive Airport 57 min Car · 7 hr 57 Transit
  • Orlando International Airport 51 min Car · 8 hr 6 Transit
  • Orlando Sanford International Airport 1 hr 8 Car · 7 hr 31 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Florida. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex 46,831 reviews

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

Space Commerce Wy, Merritt Island, FL 32953, United States

4.7 · Visitor Center
Lori Wilson Park 6,309 reviews

Lori Wilson Park

1500 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931, United States

4.6 · Park
Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier 5,359 reviews

Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier

401 Meade Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931, United States

4.2 · Tourist Attraction
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