The Elks has a huge Dinning Hall that can hold 140 people with another 60 or so in the Bar…read more Very personable crowd-

Great place to throw a party- full bar, dance floor, great sound system- clean- decent parking…read more Attended the Desoto Memorial Hospital Christmas Party and had a blast. The bar area is in a separate room from the dance floor so if you want it a little more quiet watching a game on a large flat screen TV having a drink the option is there. Recommend giving the Elks Lodge a call if wanting to book an event for a large group.

These pictures are in the bridal suite. It's absolutely disgusting. A pile of dead bugs in the…read morelight above where you sit and do your make up. The shower looks like it's never seen a cleaner or bleach. The last pic is the coffee pot. Nasty. The owner was extremely hard to contact. There were three times we tried days ahead of time to reach her for permission to see the barn again so we could plan decorating. She didn't answer her phone and never called back. We went to the property anyway. She's a ghost until the day of the wedding. Then she won't go away. Standing around every corner. She approached every vender there including the photographer and tried to sell them on her place. It was a sales opportunity for her. They do not set up chairs and tables so make sure you bring enough people! Oh YOU have to clean them too. My niece chose this place because she liked the barn. She regrets it now.

I was unaware of the non refundable deposit until the receipt was provided. We booked in early…read moreFebruary 2025 and due to health reasons, had to cancel that date in June 2025. We had hoped to reschedule but after being told the $500 deposit is non refundable, I would not rebook if it was the last place on earth. A smaller, non refundable deposit and a limit on cancellation time is understandable, however they have 7 months+ to rebook the date we requested. Very disappointed as this venue was already "bare bones".

I'm giving this four stars because compared to anything close by it's a four. The room was clean…read moreand the bed was comfortable. The mini fridge and microwave worked. The hotel could use an update. The carpet in the hallways is stained and it's not inexpensive. However, the staff was nice and the breakfast had hot food. The pool was also very clean. There was a small gym that was about the same as every decent hotel I've stayed at.

This would be a 3-star in many places, but is a 4-star in Arcadia because you don't have any other…read morechain hotel options. The hotel is fine. It is older, and in need of some updates. Everything seemed reasonably clean except for my shower, which had some ugly hard water/iron stains on the tub and shower curtain. The breakfast was not great. Even the cinnamon rolls were not good. Maybe day old? All that being said, the staff was very friendly. The rooms were large and quiet. The bed, in particular, was very comfortable. I would stay here again if I needed to be in Arcadia. A bit of updating to this hotel would do wonders for it.

Was spending the day in Arcadia with my mother and elderly 85 year old grandmother. We had eaten at…read morea restaurant nearby when my mom wanted to show me the saloon where she had come many nights before. We popped in to take a look around and had agreed to come back sometime in the evening. There was a woman behind the bar, wearing glasses and looked slightly older herself. She greeted us and seemed rather bothered by the fact that we would come back later for a drink instead of starting at noon on a Friday. Before we left, my again.. 85 year old, grandmother needed to use the restroom and cannot walk very far distances and the woman refused to let her and pretty much was shooing us out the door. So what would have been a new customer for the evening turned into me never coming back here EVER. I would never in my life turn away an elderly OR pregnant woman needing to use the lavatory in a public establishment. WILD! She was extremely rude and probably shouldn't be working around people if that's her best customer service behavior. Normally I wouldn't leave a comment on a business, but I'm sorry you're not about to treat my granny like that and me not say something.

Came out on an early Saturday afternoon to hear Keith Mathys play. First time at Neon Moon. Parking…read morein the lot behind the building, there is an entrance from the parking lot. The bar is dark, with tables surrounding a large dance floor. The unique bar is at one end boasting western style saddles for seats. The patrons, few that were came specifically to see Keith. Couldn't help but notice the bartender's absence. One patron waited over 30 minutes to pay their tab after finally tracking down the bartender outside smoking. Saw several customers come in but left when there was no one to wait on them. It is strictly a saloon so eat before you come as there isn't anything to eat for purchase.

Definately a unique experience, The hotel fits it's location perfectly in the historic District in…read moreArcadia. The room was clean and confortable with lots of natural light. The common area was lovely. The staff was friendly and helpful. The price was great. We'll definatley stay again.

What a treat, I have never stayed in a hotel like this. The owner was very friendly and…read moreknowledgeable about the building. We loved the antiques and the whole vibe. If u r scared of ghosts u might pick another place, just sayin. The owner provides yummy snacks including wine, beer and other drinks included in ur stay as well as breakfast in the morning with a nice selection to choose from. The whole town is like something out of the past. I would absolutely stay here again!

The only place I could find that features local talent. I like to support locals. There are so many…read morewonderfully talented artist on display, and the prices are reasonable for original work. It blue me away. Cathy and Mark are very helpful to accommodate every customer with personal attention. I will definitely be buying there again.

Fantastic selection! They have a lot of art in a lot of different categories, including realism and…read moreabstract. They sell both originals and post cards of their works. Local artists also supply jewelry made from crystals, gems, shells, and fossils; additional original art works, upcycled gifts, and stained glass decorations. They run monthly art competitions, host art classes, and have just begun featuring hand-made Florida inspired Christmas ornaments.

This was a first visit for my son and myself. Seats were good, acoustic's were great, we loved the…read moresnacks and drinks, and the event staff were friendly. 11.03.2025

We love the rodeo!!! This is our second time attending Arcadia Rodeos. We highly recommend coming…read moreout to see these talented individuals.

I spotted this bright black marker as I passed through the city of Arcadia. It is located in a…read moresmall park and there is some street parking. The historic district looks lovely and perhaps I will get to spend some time here. It reads, "The Arcadia Historic District comprises fifty-eight blocks within 340 acres that embody the city's development from the founding of its post office in 1883 through the late 1920s. The Town of Arcadia was incorporated in 1886 following the arrival of the first train that year and the area's subsequent growth. In November 1888, voters selected Arcadia as the county seat of DeSoto County, which was established in 1887. The City of Arcadia was incorporated in 1901. The heart of the district is a commercial zone extending 18 blocks and consisting of buildings constructed between 1900 and the late 1920s. Three buildings that survived the devastating 1905 downtown fire, and those that were rebuilt, are generally masonry vernacular in style. The district's most imposing structure is the 1912 Classical Revival courthouse. Residential neighborhoods of mostly frame vernacular homes from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries surround the commercial area. Listed on the National Register in 1984, the district retains remarkable historical and architectural integrity as reflected in its churches, residences, and schools, as well as commercial, governmental,and industrial buildings." [Review 12752 overall, 64 of 2020.]

DeSoto County was created in 1887 from Manatee County to the west. It is named after the great…read moreSpanish conquistador and Florida explorer Hernando De Soto. The area's original inhabitants were the Caloosa (alternate spelling: Calusa) Indians. In early Florida history, the region was the scene of numerous Indian battles. The county's 416,640 acres offer a diversified economy of citrus, cattle, agriculture and industry. Arcadia is the county seat. I don't have anything to add to Ariel's review of the courthouse. The building was closed on this early Saturday morning and not open for a tour. DeSoto County originally included several other present-day counties until 1921, when the Florida legislature created the following new counties: Charlotte, Glades, Hardee, and Highlands. During World War II, DeSoto County operated the Carlstrom Field Air Base, which provided training for both American and British pilots. In 1945, the base turned out its last cadets and was decommissioned. [Review 16804 overall - 1528 in Florida - 317 of 2022.]

The DeSoto County Courthouse is a historic red brick courthouse designed in the Classic Revial…read morestyle by architects Bonfoey & Elliott of Tampa. It was built between 1912 and 1913 by the Read Parker Construction Company. It is DeSoto County's third courthouse and the second one built in Arcadia. The first DeSoto Courthouse was a wood frame structure built in 1888. The 1912 courthouse that is still in use today was constructed on the same property. The courthouse was restored in 1976 and it is part of Arcadia's historic district which was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1984.