Banana River Resort

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Banana River Resort. I surprised my mom with a weekend getaway here, and it exceeded every expectation. The location is perfect—peaceful, beautiful, and right on the water. The sunsets were truly breathtaking and became our favorite part of the day. Staying on the property was such a treat. Everything was clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully maintained, making it easy to relax and fully enjoy the experience. It felt like a hidden gem where you can truly unwind and disconnect. The manager was incredible—warm, welcoming, and genuinely attentive. You can tell they truly care about the guests and take pride in the resort. That personal touch made our stay even more special. This was the perfect place to create memories with my mom, and I’m so grateful

I think perhaps it depends on your expectations. We seemed to have several issues with Suite 3 but maybe it was just a bad week and for the price we were expecting a turnkey relaxing vacation. A few small things to consider- do not expect world class paddle boards, there is one SUP paddle that functions and two old paddle boards- kayaks seemed ok. The walk to the beach does require crossing a busy road, but once there it IS a nice beach, but you must bring all your own gear, including beach towels. There are not any beach rental chairs, etc. nearby. The wifi did not seem to work for us, the fan in the spare bedroom had a short apparently so my first night trying to sleep, it got up to 78 degrees in the room as we could not adjust the temp on the thermostat, the couch is not comfortable,

I stayed for 4 days with my two teenagers- we had the best time! The family suite was clean and comfortable with enough privacy for everyone and a kitchen fit to keep a teenage boy fed. We fish and kayak so the dock and kayaks on-site were greatly appreciated and made it easy for us to see so much marine life up close! My son quickly mastered the paddleboard! The location is just far enough from the busier end of town, with restaurants and stores just a short drive away. I felt secure on the property and felt my daughter was safe fishing alone late at night. Having the beach directly across the street was perfect- no need for me to drive. The staff was friendly and accommodating and the manager was very helpful in the planning stages , and when I struggled to operate the door lock upon

Definitely a hidden gem! My family had an amazing time at the Banana River Resort. I have to admit, when we first pulled up, I was skeptical because on the outside from the parking lot, it left more to be desired, but my first impression was blown away! Our party of 10 stayed in 3 separate rooms, and each of them looked just like the pictures. These remodeled units had all of the amenities we needed and made our stay perfect. You can tell the resort took pride in the upgrades. The location was very close proximity to the beach (about a 2 minute walk across the street), and several great restaurants nearby. However, we found ourselves spending most of our time on the river, using the provided kayaks, enjoying the wildlife, and wading in the water. At one point during our stay, we needed add

Banana River Resort is truly one of Cocoa’s hidden gems. From the moment you arrive, you’re wrapped in that laid-back, old-Florida charm that instantly makes you slow down and breathe a little deeper. The waterfront views along the Banana River are stunning—peaceful, golden at sunset, and the kind of scenery that makes you want to sit outside forever with a cup of coffee or a glass of wine. The rooms are clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed, striking the perfect balance between cozy and coastal. Everything feels intentional and welcoming, not overdone or cookie-cutter like so many places these days. You can tell this is a place that values relaxation and genuine hospitality. The outdoor spaces are where Banana River Resort really shines. Whether you’re lounging by the water, enj