Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Cocoa Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Cocoa Beach

With a population of 11,231, Cocoa Beach is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Cocoa Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Cocoa Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Fat Snook (2464 S. Atlantic Avenue) and Flavour Kitchen & Wine Bar (15 N Orlando Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Cocoa Beach

Cocoa Beach in October
Estimated hotel price
$171
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cocoa Beach in October
Estimated hotel price
$171
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Cocoa Beach in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 53.6 °F, with an average temperature of 60.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 6.7″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Cocoa Beach, with an average rainfall of 2″.

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How to Get to Cocoa Beach

Plane

Although Cocoa Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne (MLB), which is located 15 miles from Cocoa Beach. Melbourne is the most popular, with regular flights from JetBlue, Allegiant Air, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Cocoa Beach departs from New York and takes around 2h 48m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Cocoa Beach, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Cocoa Beach to Fort Lauderdale takes 6h 51m and costs around $24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Miami, expect to pay about $24 for a 7h 29m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Cocoa Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 49 miles from Cocoa Beach. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

Although Cocoa Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne (MLB), which is located 15 miles from Cocoa Beach. Melbourne is the most popular, with regular flights from JetBlue, Allegiant Air, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Cocoa Beach departs from New York and takes around 2h 48m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Cocoa Beach, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Cocoa Beach to Fort Lauderdale takes 6h 51m and costs around $24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Miami, expect to pay about $24 for a 7h 29m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Cocoa Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 49 miles from Cocoa Beach. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Cocoa Beach

MLBMelbourne
DABDaytona Beach
ORLOrlando All airports

Airlines serving Cocoa Beach

KLM
Good (1,441 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,726 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,684 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,066 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,183 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,851 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,088 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,171 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,716 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,471 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,628 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,654 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,370 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,133 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,351 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,431 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (11,732 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cocoa Beach

Average rates range from around $233 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $460 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cocoa Beach By IHG and Cocoa Beach Suites Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cocoa Beach

Most booked hotels in Cocoa Beach

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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Cape Canaveral Cocoa Beach
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 216 reviews)
$193+
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Hyatt Place Cape Canaveral
3 stars
Excellent (9, 112 reviews)
$161+
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Hilton Garden Inn Cape Canaveral near Cocoa Beach
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 38 reviews)
$148+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Cape Canaveral Cocoa Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 338 reviews)
$178+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Port Canaveral
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2923 reviews)
$144+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cocoa Beach Oceanfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2014 reviews)
$182+
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Renting a car in Cocoa Beach

Renting a car in Cocoa Beach costs $52 per day, on average, or $104 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 27% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Cocoa Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. The most frequently booked car type in Cocoa Beach is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Cocoa Beach costs $52 per day, on average, or $104 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 27% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Cocoa Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. The most frequently booked car type in Cocoa Beach is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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