Hotels in Tallahassee

There is no high or low season here, but every hotel and motel for miles around is booked during FSU and FAMU football weekends from September to November, at graduation in May, and, to a lesser degree, weekdays during the 60-day legislative session that begins in March. Reserve well in advance -- or you may have to stay 60 miles or more from the city. For the game schedules, call or visit the websites of FSU or FAMU.

Most hotels are concentrated in three areas: in downtown Tallahassee; north of downtown, along North Monroe Street, at exit 199 off I-10 (where you'll find most chains); and along Apalachee Parkway, east of downtown.

Tax on all hotel bills is 5% in Leon County. However, certain campgrounds in Leon County are exempt from the 5% Tourist Development Tax.