In addition to lodging options within the communities outside Everglades National Park such as Miami, Naples, and Homestead, Florida, there are in-park choices as well.

In Flamingo, 38 miles south of the Homestead entrance, visitors can stay overnight at the newly opened Flamingo Lodge offers 24 rooms looking out on Florida Bay. Pricing is seasonal, with nightly rates ranging from $144 - $399 (taxes not included), depending upon month, day, and room choice.
In-room amenities include:
- Balcony with view of Florida Bay
- Kitchenette – 2-burner cook top, coffeemaker, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator
- Hairdryer
- White noise machine
- Space heater
- Wi-Fi
Lodge amenities include:
- Restaurant open daily for breakfast, lunch & dinner
- Bar open daily for lunch and dinner
- Retail area
- Front desk/reception
- Elevator
If exploring the beauty of Everglades from the water while enjoying the comforts of home is more your style, you can rent a 42-foot houseboat at Flamingo where you can sleep while docked or on the water exploring the boundaries of Whitewater Bay. There are four different houseboat types that will fit up to 6 guests, but due to the tight fit, 4 adults maximum are recommended. All houseboats have one bedroom and one bathroom with shower. Prices range from $450-$475 per night, exclusive of taxes.

All houseboats also include:
- Living space
- Galley with:
- 3-burner stove
- gas-electric refrigerator (8.5 cu ft) with a freezer
- microwave that will work at the dock
- small coffee maker with filters
- a basic set of cooking utensils
- glasses, dishes, silverware
- pots/pans
- The fridge & hot water will automatically switch from shore power (electric) to propane once the boat departs from the dock
- Houseboats have A/C while at the dock or with the generator
- 70-gallon water tank
- Screened Windows
- Propane grill & fish cutting table (both mounted to back)
Amenities include:
- Linen for beds and bathroom
- Generator
- Dish soap
- Hand soap
- Paper towels
- Marine toilet paper
- A/C while at the dock or with the generator
- 70-gallon water tank
- Propane grill & fish cutting table
- microwave that will work at the dock
- small coffee maker with filters
- a basic set of cooking utensils, glasses, dishes, silverware
- pots/pans
- By Rebecca Latson - April 18th, 2026 7:49am

