Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island
Last inspected:
260 E Merritt Island Cswy, Merritt Island, FL 32952Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island has accumulated 197 violations across 42 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.7 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for fly and rodent activity, with emergency orders issued multiple times in 2024 and 2025 showing a pattern of repeated non-compliance. Fire safety records document a propane tank stored inside the building when the facility operated as Econo Lodge in 2020. The hotel has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $2,400 in fines, with the largest penalty at $800, and continues to cite violations for proper ventilation, food contact surfaces, and single-use items.
Most recent closure: August 26, 2025 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
4.7
violations / inspection
4.7 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.94
violations / inspection
5.94 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.16
closures / facility
0.16 county average
Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island: Emergency Closure History (3)
Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $2,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025050528 | $800.00 | Jun 24, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2025064524 | — | Aug 26, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2025027499 | $800.00 | Nov 20, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2024025767 | $800.00 | Apr 18, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale |
Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Propane exchange tank in kitchen.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island: Full Inspection History — DBPR (42)
— 8 inspections15 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— 9 inspections22 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 6 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections23 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island last inspected?
- Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 29, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island last shut down?
- Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island was last shut down on August 26, 2025 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island?
- The most frequently cited violations at Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island had?
- Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island has had 42 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island find?
- Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island was most recently inspected on October 29, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island ever been shut down?
- Yes, Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V25 (Allergen awareness) mean?
- Violation 25 (Allergen awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/25.
- What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
- Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,400.00 in fines.
- How much has Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island been fined?
- Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island has been fined a total of $2,400.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Econo Lodge (2020).
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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