In Marathon .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Marathon houseboat, you'll find Vaca Key and Sombrero Beach. Curry Hammock State Park and Sunset Park Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 4 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 16 min walk
Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - 6 min drive
Porky's Bayside Restaurant and Marina - 4 min drive
Wendy's - 8 min walk
Burdines Waterfront - 5 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Aqua Lodges at 47th Street Gulfside
3-star houseboat near Vaca Key
Aqua Lodges at 47th Street Gulfside offers its guests barbecue grills and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Marathon houseboat.
2 guestrooms or units
Front desk (limited hours)
BBQ grill(s)
Outdoor picnic space
Smoking in designated areas
Aqua Lodges at 47th Street Gulfside offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and ceiling fans. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include dining tables. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.
Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)).
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
2 units
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [5 Sombrero Boulvard]
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.
Property is also known as
Aqua Lodges At 47th Gulfside
Aqua Lodges at 47th Street Gulfside Marathon
Aqua Lodges at 47th Street Gulfside Houseboat
Aqua Lodges at 47th Street Gulfside Houseboat Marathon
Aqua Lodges at 47th Street Gulfside Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 49 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 49 reviews
8 - Good
9
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 49 reviews
6 - Okay
8
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 49 reviews
2 - Terrible
2
9.2/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Janetzia
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
We stayed for 2 nights, very comfortable, very clean. The sunset view , beautiful. You can see some marine life . Definitely recommend . Will definitely be back again
We had an amazing experience at the Aqua Lodge! The space was super clean and smelled great as soon as we walked in, it’s clear they take cleanliness and attention to detail seriously. The lodge was fully stocked with everything we needed: kitchen essentials, towels, and even organic products for the shower and sink (which they kindly ask guests to use). Everything was thoughtful and well prepared. Overall, we had such a fun and relaxing stay, we’ll definitely be back!
The idea of sleeping on a houseboat when your goal is to go fishing makes for a perfect combination. My son woke up and fished from the back of his room and or in the front of the kitchen. It was quiet and met all our needs 2 big beds and a loft for storage or sleeping. The only issue I had was the TV I needed to have an Amazon account for me to watch on TV.
Overall it was a great 5 days.
Patrick George
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
Tom
Travelled with family
Apr 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
When we checked in there were cleaners still working on the cabin and informed us that we were in the wrong cabin. This wasn’t true. The last day of our stay the construction crew showed up to work on our unit before 8 am. We were told by the front desk that was beyond their control. They woke up our guests! How is that beyond their control????
Tom
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
Jerry
Apr 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Marathon Disappointment
Aqua Lodge has two locations that were not mentioned in the listing. We were at the 47th Street location and it was poor at best. The boat was fine for two people for a few days. The property is not very well maintained. There’s a 45+ foot yacht permanently moored 10 feet in front of the boat completely blocking any view and there’s dogs and cats roaming the property leaving feces everywhere! The yacht haven location is much better while the 47th Street location is very poor at best!
Right next to the ocean at boat docking.. can feel the ocean breeze..
Viet
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
2/10 Terrible
Yusimy
Travelled with family
Mar 19, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The place is dirty, nothing like in the photo and I don't know what to do
Yusimy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
6/10 Okay
Johannah
Mar 17, 2025
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The toilet smelled horrible whenever flushed and then whole boat would smell like septic for hours. I complained and the office manager told me that’s normal because it’s like an RV septic tank. I’ve been in several RVs and they don’t smell… I would not stay again!
Johannah
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
6/10 Okay
Rod
Mar 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
It ends up costing more !
Be prepared to pay more than quoted once you get there. The property blamed the under charge on hotels.com who I booked through. They claim that the service fees or cleaning fees need to have tax added on and they extract another 20 bucks out of you before you can check in. Just be prepared. I know it’s not a lot but it really started the experience off on a nasty note. And if they pull this stunt with every guest they are scamming a lot of money!!! The stay was good though
Like that it eas a houseboat. The only complaint is the house next door were a bit loud.
JENNIFER
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
Travelled with family
Feb 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed staying here. The first night was windy and we had a LOT of banging during the night. Our second night was much better the wind died down and it was nice during the night.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
6/10 Okay
Cathleen
Feb 20, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
The houseboat itself was not too bad. The toilet seats didn't fit the toilet so they kept sliding around and the smell was terrible. Also, outside other people who lived in the area would let their little dogs poop on the patch of grass right in front of us and then the groundskeepers came and shoveled the dog a hint of the water. Also right in front of our faces also, the walls were so thin. I could almost distinguish conversations going on in the next houseboat to the point where it kept me awake late at night
Had a wonderful time. So much to do in the area. We enjoyed the Cabana Club beach only a short drive away and included in the fee. We were there for the coldest week of the year. The maintenance gentleman, Scott and his assistant were kind enough to bring a hard to find space heater that kept us toasty warm as well a giving spot on recommendations for great places to eat. Some construction in the area but tolerable. Hope to return someday.
The house boat was extremely clean. The sheets were clean, towels, washcloths, everything was spotless. Whoever does the housekeeping did an amazing job. The cabinets had things to cook yourself a meal, and there was plenty of room to accommodate our 5 person party. It is an adorable place to stay for a long weekend. The ladies at the check in lodge were very hospitable. There is some construction going on in the area, but it does not interfere with your stay at all. I would recommend this place to anyone.
We absolutely loved the houseboat! The little area by the water for sitting could use a little upgrading but overall it was an awesome stay! Staff- best I’ve dealt with so far.
Edward
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maria
Travelled with family
Jan 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Maria
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ryan
Travelled with group
Dec 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Location Location Location
We needed a place to stay that we could park close to being that we came to dive and had a lot of gear. The closest neighbor greated us upon arrival, the atmosphere was quiet and peaceful. The boat gently rocked you to sleep at night on the comfy beds, couldn't have asked for more honestly and plan to come back.
We absolutely loved our stay here! The boat house was very cute and very clean, not a single issue the entire time. Yes, the boat will rock a bit depending on the weather, but that is to be expected when you’re floating on water. The people in the area were very friendly and the woman who we rented the boat house from was extremely nice and accommodating. She answered any questions that we had and had excellent communication. We would absolutely stay at the aqua lodges again the next time we visit Marathon! 10/10 would recommend to anyone with a small family visiting the area.
We absolutely loved this stay. We were in the golf side and it had amazing views with Iguanas and beautiful sunsets. I would absolutely recommend this as a great little stay.