Welcome to Port of the Islands

Your hub for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in the Florida Everglades, Port of the Islands offers every kind of outdoor adventure you can imagine. Add 42 cottage suites and studios with kitchenettes and screened-in porches, a full-service marina, and the services of a Wilderness Concierge, and you've got the ultimate home base for exploring North America's largest and most iconic subtropical wetland ecosystem.

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  • Free WiFi
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1. Location

Located in the heart of Florida's iconic wetland wilderness, Port of the Islands is your gateway to The Everglades.

2. Easy Marina Access

A boater's paradise, our state-of-the-art marina offers direct access to the Gulf of Mexico and the Ten Thousand Islands.

3. Wildlife Concierge

Our Wilderness Concierge stands ready to help you discover the natural wonder of the Florida Everglades on an eco-tour.

4. Fresh Flavors

Our own Angler's Cove is a favorite for fresh Gulf seafood, Key Lime pie, and comfort food classics.

5. Area Attractions

We'll connect you with the area's best fishing guides, whose knowledge of the Everglades' remote fishing areas is unsurpassed.

"We decided to add an extra night to our stay after we arrived. Kathy went above and beyond to accommodate. Very clean and efficient room with a outstanding view. Beautiful grounds."
- Feyje
"We would definitely stay at Port of the Islands resort again. The staff was courteous and helpful. The accommodations were very comfortable and the landscaping was gorgeous."
- Joanne W
"Enjoy a dip in the beautiful pool, a meal in the restaurant and a stay in the lodge or a small cottage. The manatees may just greet you at the edge of the marina! There are array amounts of ecotours available, and a stunning nature preserve just a few miles away."
- 6portlandcourt
"Me and my husband had a great long weekend stay here. The staff is beyond amazing. Very friendly and hospitable. We had so much fun at the bar/restaurant in the evening for karaoke and amazing live entertainment."
- Deanna L
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Specials

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Warm Winter Escape

Receive your 3rd night free! Book your reservation today and warm up winter in the heart of the Everglades.

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Advance Purchase

Book your Florida getaway with us 30 days in advance and receive a 20% discount on our best available rate. 

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Florida Resident Rate

Live around here? Residents of the Sunshine State enjoy a 15% discount on our best available rate year-round. 

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Explore the Everglades

The largest subtropical wilderness in the United States, the Everglades is like no other place in the world. Let us help you navigate this complex ecosystem with a wide variety of guided tours and outdoor adventures for all ages and experience levels.

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Angler’s Cove

Port of the Island’s on property restaurant, Angler’s Cove offers delicious lunch, dinner and cocktail menus in a quaint, nautical setting.

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