On the southern tip of Key West, Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel offers a relaxing retreat near Duval Street. Guests can unwind in the garden or explore nearby South Beach and Southernmost Point with help from multilingual staff and bike rentals. Previous guests rave about the helpful team.
Reviews
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
24/7 front desk
Laundry facilities
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Room service
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Garden
Front-desk safe
ATM/banking services
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Multilingual staff
Concierge services
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Refrigerator
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Barbecue grill(s)
The current price is CA $178
CA $178
CA $200 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 18 - Jun 19
Room options
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Private
Highlights
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
View all photos for Mixed Dorm, SHARED DORMITORY (10 Beds SHARED Bathroom) Sleeps 10 people
Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Smathers Beach - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
Key West Intl. Airport (EYW) - 8 min drive
Restaurants
Salute! On The Beach - 8 min walk
El Siboney Restaurant - 5 min walk
Southernmost Beach Café - 6 min walk
Southernmost Point Bar In the USA - 9 min walk
Rum Bar at the Speakeasy Inn - 9 min walk
About this property
Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel
Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Florida Keys Beaches and Duval Street. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby snorkeling. Also, South Beach and Southernmost Point are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English, Russian, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
10 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in.
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property 48 hours in advance to arrange late check-in.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21
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Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
Free offsite parking nearby
DONE
Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
No alcohol allowed onsite
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Room service
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Beach nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
1 building/tower
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100 per stay
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Renovations and closures
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 1 2024 to May 31 2025 (dates subject to change):
Laundry facilities
Recreation facilities
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property requires a key deposit in cash upon arrival.
Also known as
Motel Hostel
Seashell Key West
Seashell Motel & Hostel
Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel
Seashell Motel Key West Hostel
Seashell Motel Hostel
Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel Key West
Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Does Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and snorkeling. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel like?
Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel is in Old Town Key West, a short 8-minute drive from Key West Intl. Airport (EYW) and 6 minutes' walk from Duval Street. Travelers give top marks for the hostel's prime location.
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Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.2/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Beach
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Reviews
10/10
It was a great stay.
Lisa
1-night family trip
6/10
Jean-Luc
1-night trip
10/10
This was my second time staying here over the last 2 years. The staff, location and accommodations are excellent. This is probably the most affordable lodging you will find on the island. The rooms have been recently upgraded and they were very clean and comfortable. I love the location and you can walk everywhere. No need to drive anywhere when you get here. Strongly recommend staying here!
Michael
2-night trip with friends
8/10
Stay was just fine. We got a clean room and straight forward and simple. Nothing fancy. What sucked was the pool was under construction and that was one of the reasons we also chose the motel so we felt from an advertising standpoint we should have been informed about that so as to not corner us into a position of paying for something advertised and having it not available. Felt swindled. Besides that, would recommend.
Bryan
2-night trip
8/10
It was extremely clean and smelled nice, not overpowered by the odor of disinfectants. Bathroom appeared to have recently been updated and was done very tastefully. A minimal but very unexpected annoyance was the lack of available ice especially in the hot weather in this area. A chair added to room would be helpful. I really don't understand why they let those roosters crow so loud! 😉😅
Cindy
1-night trip
6/10
Kyle
1-night family trip
10/10
The hosts were awesome and very responsive. The office is open 24/7 if you ever need anything. I borrowed their sunscreen a few times, nice folks.
ben
3-night business trip
10/10
Rosalma
1-night trip
6/10
Our room had three double beds and the suite was huge, clean, with three giant closets (not enough hangers)--one drawback to having a suite--it was devoid of a couch or lounge chair and requires a full length mirror--we removed a mirror from the kitchen to be of use. We chose not to engage room service, and a note pad to request an extra towel would be handy. We had one of those terrible coffee makers in the room (I would advise everyone not to drink the terrible coffee that is created by those contraptions)! Every hotel that offers that awful coffee service should just get rid of those little cheap machines and coffee pods that look like tea bags and offer a 4$ coupon for the local coffee shop or have a decent coffeemaker in the lobby--such a waste of plastic, supplies, and time. Construction was in process and was a bit of a drag as in pictures the hotel had central courtyard with a lush patio and tables/chairs to relax--instead was a huge pit with orange plastic construction fencing--what a surprise!
Location was excellent--we were just a 5 minute walk from the Southernmost area--Sandy's has a food truck (the best Cuban sandwiches and cuban coffee--get it iced)! The island is so small that we could walk from our hotel to the pier straight across the island in about 30 minutes--it's really the best way to enjoy the beauty of the local architecture and flora. Not sure if we saved much money by staying here--it certainly is not "hostel" pricing, but not bad.
Kimberly
4-night family trip
10/10
Was a great place to stay i hot a free room upgrade due to renting for a week and them not being over packed for spring break!
Jerry J
4-night family trip
8/10
Good location for Duval St., and other attractions.
Employees very nice. Grounds are a bit rough because it’s mid -renovation. Beds very comfy.
Gloria
2-night trip with friends
10/10
We got one of the more recently updated rooms, which was perfect for what we needed! Everything was really good for the price, however, the seals on the doors/windows are non-existent. expect to hear everything outside from a sneeze to a car driving by.
also they are currently under construction which was not advertised anywhere but the fine print on hotels.com so no pool as advertised :/
blake
3-night trip
10/10
John
1-night trip
10/10
Uladzimir
1-night trip
4/10
Dont
Richie
5-night trip
6/10
DAN
1-night trip
4/10
Incredibly loud, under construction, but an excellent location.
Roslyn
1-night trip with friends
2/10
Do NOT stay here.
Omar
3-night business trip
2/10
Construction
Greg
1-night trip
10/10
Alissa
1-night trip
8/10
Kathleen
1-night trip
8/10
Its was really nice though they where putting in a pool.
Jared
4-night trip
8/10
Very good condition price quality ... recommended to sleep and get up in the keys to do what you have scheduled the next day!
Taiana
1-night trip with friends
6/10
Kelly
1-night trip
6/10
The staff aren't the friendliest. I noticed that in the dorm bed when someone left, the staff didn't always change the sheets.