Where to Stay Near Everglades National Park, Florida

Make the most of this airy apartment’s fantastic location by heading home after a long day of Everglades adventures and whipping up dinner in the well-stocked kitchen. Dine on the private screened porch for dramatic sunset views, or slide the large glass doors open to cool off in the tropical breeze. The well-priced two-bedroom apartment sleeps four and is also within walking distance of boat tours and welcoming neighborhood restaurants, when you want someone else to do the cooking.

A dream for a family of four, this newly built, self-contained guesthouse has its own private entrance, oodles of parking space, a queen-size bed and futon and even a useful washing machine and tumble dryer. Kids will love the shared pool with its relaxing waterfall feature and the poolside hammocks for lounging. Tucked among towering palm trees in a safe, quiet neighborhood, the city of Naples is right on the doorstep with its shopping malls, zoo, water parks and botanical garden.

Live like a local on the sleepy Isles of Capri when you rent this studio apartment right on the waterfront. Owner and dedicated kayaker Michelle provides a handbook of recommendations, beach chairs and umbrellas; all you need to do is ease into the leisurely pace of life. Spot dolphins from the private balcony, take a short stroll to rent kayaks and jet-skis, and walk to four local restaurants including the family-owned Pelican Bend that serves up shrimp, crab or your own catch of the day.

Take advantage of owner Rebecca’s local knowledge when you stay at her lovely studio apartment. A resident of Everglades City for nearly two decades, she knows just where to get the freshest stone crabs and the best hidden spots for kayaking, hiking and swamp-walking. Great restaurants and the national park itself are within walking or biking distance of this bright, simply furnished apartment, with Netflix access, a screened porch and shared use of the exotic garden.