Florida Hotel Rates More Than Double During New Year's Eve
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Revelers will want to think twice before booking a last-minute ticket to celebrate New Year's Eve in the Sunshine State this year.
Hotel room rates more than double in many Florida cities as hoteliers take advantage of the dramatic increase in demand. A new survey from MiamiHotels.org shows that rates for most affordable rooms in Key West increase up to 178 percent between December 30 and January 2.
The most affordable rates at hotels in Miami and Fort Meyers Beach also more than double during the nights surrounding New Year's Eve.
It's interesting to note that Orlando is not included in the list of 10 Florida destinations with the most expensive rooms. As a family destination, rates might not vary as much during the New Year's holiday as during other times of the year.
The 10 Florida destinations with the highest hotel rates over New Year's Eve are outlined below. The rates reflect the nightly price for the most affordable double room from December 30 through January 2.
| Rank | City | New Year's Eve Rate | Increase (%) on Regular Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Key West | $472 | 161% |
| 2 | Miami Beach | $309 | 178% |
| 3 | Sanibel Island | $287 | 88% |
| 4 | Florida Keys | $270 | 69% |
| 5 | Longboat Key | $259 | 72% |
| 6 | Fort Myers Beach | $252 | 157% |
| 7 | Miami Downtown | $242 | 92% |
| 8 | Anna Maria Island | $229 | 62% |
| 9 | St. Augustine | $179 | 50% |
| 10 | Fort Lauderdale Beach | $178 | 79% |
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