The Addison On Amelia Island

The Addison On Amelia Island

614 Ash St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, Fernandina Beach, United States

4-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.9 / 5

Overview

The Addison On Amelia Island is an upscale 4-star bed-and-breakfast in Fernandina Beach, set across three antebellum-style buildings. It’s positioned for exploring the historic core on foot while offering a calmer, residential feel at its 614 Ash St address. The property is highly regarded by guests, with a 4.9/5 public rating from 222 reviews.

Rooms

Rooms are individually decorated with an elegant style and include free WiFi and TVs. Some rooms add standout features such as whirlpool tubs and private porches or balconies, which guests often call out as a preferred upgrade. The overall atmosphere is frequently described as relaxing and beautiful.

Dining & Social Hour

A multi-course (3-course) breakfast is included, with service typically offered in spaces such as a veranda or indoor dining room. The inn also hosts a daily happy hour, adding a built-in moment for unwinding before heading out for dinner in town.

Outdoor Space & Getting Around

On-site features include a shaded garden courtyard for quiet breaks between outings. The inn offers loaner bikes, and beach equipment rentals are available for time at nearby shoreline parks.

Location & Nearby Highlights

The inn is about a 7-minute walk from the Amelia Island Museum of History (approx. 407 m) and close to the Amelia Island Welcome Center (approx. 481 m) and Island Art Association Gallery (approx. 438 m). Main Beach Park is around 2 miles away (approx. 2773 m), while Fort Clinch State Park (approx. 3320 m) and the Amelia Island Lighthouse (approx. 1732 m) are easy nearby excursions. For longer day trips, Cumberland Island National Seashore is roughly 19.8 km away.

Best for

This B&B is best for couples and leisure travelers who want a walkable Fernandina Beach stay with a strong “inn” experience, including a 3-course breakfast and daily happy hour. It also suits travelers who enjoy character lodging, thanks to its three antebellum-style buildings and individually decorated rooms, plus add-ons like private porches/balconies and whirlpool tubs in select rooms.

Travel tips

Plan to explore the historic area on foot: the Amelia Island Museum of History, Welcome Center, and Island Art Association Gallery are all within roughly a half-kilometer. For beach days, consider using the loaner bikes and beach equipment rentals, especially for trips to Main Beach Park (about 2.8 km away). If you want a more scenic outing, Fort Clinch State Park is about 3.3 km away and makes an easy half-day trip.

What guests say

Guests consistently highlight the quality of the breakfast and the pleasant settings where it’s served (such as veranda or dining room). The location is a recurring strength, with many noting how easy it is to walk to main streets, shops, and a wide range of restaurants. Reviews also emphasize a relaxing, beautiful atmosphere, with balconies/porches called out as a worthwhile room feature. The provided review excerpts do not surface specific recurring complaints or negatives.

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