Hampton Inn & Suites Amelia Island-Historic Harbor Front, Fernandina Beach

Hampton Inn & Suites Amelia Island-Historic Harbor Front - A Victorian-style waterfront hotel with outdoor pool and free breakfast in Fernandina's historic district

Located in a salmon-hued building within a 50-block National Register historic district, this 3-star Fernandina Beach hotel sits between South Front Street and South 2nd Street. Hampton Inn & Suites Amelia Island features rooms with LCD TVs, air conditioning, seating areas, and free WiFi, decorated in off-white and beige with wrought-iron or wooden beds. Suites include microwaves, refrigerators, and some offer sea views or fireplaces. A daily hot breakfast is served in a spacious room with large windows, while the lounge showcases a stone fireplace and antique decor. The property maintains a sun-lit outdoor pool deck, 24-hour gym with limited equipment, and business center equipped with computers and projectors. Hampton Inn places guests 0.3 miles from Fernandina Beach, the Welcome Center and Shrimp Museum, and eight local restaurants including Joe's 2nd Street Bistro and Pablo's Mexican Cuisine. Jacksonville International Airport is situated 28 miles from the property.

Pros

ADA-compliant rooms feature oversized bathrooms, grab bars, and specialized equipment for hearing-impaired guests

Positioned for wildlife viewing: whale calving in fall and sea turtle nesting in summer

Within 2 miles of Fort Clinch State Park and multiple art galleries

Access to boat charters, water sports, and full-service marinas

Cons

Limited fitness center equipment

Small parking lot capacity