• Are there ghosts lurking in the halls of Florida's haunted hotels?ghost's footprint image by Hao Wang from Fotolia.com
  
  If you're interested in the paranormal and live in, near or are you planning a trip to Florida in the future, consider packing your clothes and booking a room in one of Florida's haunted hotels. Florida has many historic buildings and some of its haunted hotels were built in early 20th century. Each hotel is full of history and every room has a story of its own.
  
  

Biltmore Hotel

• The elegant Biltmore Hotel was built in 1925. During World War II, the hotel was converted by the War Department into a hospital. In this hospital, many soldiers lost their lives. During 1968, Biltmore was turned back into a hotel and in 1983, the hotel was completely restored. The 13th floor of the hotel is said to be haunted by the men who lost their lives there. Guests have claimed to see and hear strange noises and lights on this floor as well.
  
  The Biltmore Hotel is a golf and spa resort located in Coral Gables, Miami, Florida. Grand hotel rooms and suites are available. The hotel features a world-class spa, fitness center and restaurants.
  
  Biltmore Hotel
  1200 Anastasia Ave.
  Coral Gables, FL 33134
  305-445-1926
  biltmorehotel.com
  
  

Gibson Inn

• The Gibson Inn was created using the "cracker" style of wood frame. This type of style was used in the 19th and early 20th centuries in Florida. The Gibson Inn is located between Pensacola and Jacksonville. The inn was completely restored in 1985. The inn is said to be haunted by a man who died from pneumonia while lodging there. Apparitions have been seen in the bar, dining area and in room #128.
  
  The Gibson Inn
  51 Ave. C
  Apalachicola, FL 32320
  850-653-2191
  gibsoninn.com
  
  

Cassadaga Hotel

• The Cassadaga Hotel was created in the early 20th century and is located in the heart of a spiritualist community which was established in 1894. The hotel is known for its "spirits" and psychics. The hotel rents out rooms and also has psychics on-site and available daily.
  
  The hotel has been renovated but still holds onto its timeless grace. The hotel is only 40 miles from Orlando and 20 miles from Daytona.
  
  Cassadaga Hotel
  355 Cassadaga Road
  Cassadaga, Florida
  386-228-2323
  cassadagahotel.net