"The Grande Dame of hotels in Apalachicola." - Wall Street Journal We invite you to share a part of the enchanting Forgotten Coast history at the Gibson Inn, the crown jewel of Apalachicola, Florida. Constructed in 1907 during the heyday of the lumber and shipping industry, the hotel is steeped in Southern hospitality, history and charm. Reminiscent of days gone by, the hotel features a popular parlor bar, fine dining at the Franklin, beautifully appointed rooms, majestic wrap-around porches, as well as first-class amenities and services. The Gibson Inn transcends a typical hotel experience, combining elegant Victorian style with contemporary Southern sophistication in northwest Florida’s most welcoming historic town.