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Beach Front Motel

3.0 star property
Waterfront Cedar Key motel with outdoor pool

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Romantic Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Room amenity
Interior
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Royal Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Living area
Romantic Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Balcony view

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
    Connecting rooms available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Barbecue grills
Feel at home
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Beach/ocean view

Comfort Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Murphy Bed

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Royal Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Royal Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Romantic Room, Balcony, Ocean View

Romantic Room, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Murphy Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
873 1st St, Cedar Key, FL, 32625

What's nearby

  • Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cedar Key Historical Society Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cedar Key Pier - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • City Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cedar Key Scrub State Reserve - 10 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cedar Key Pier - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Steamers Clam Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪83 West - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Annie's Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tiki Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Beach Front Motel

Situated by the ocean, Beach Front Motel is a great choice for a stay in Cedar Key. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool or take advantage of nearby kayaking. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and walkable location.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 27 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed*
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)

Other information

  • No alcohol served onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from August 31 2023 to November 22 2023 (dates subject to change).

Children & extra beds

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Beach Front Cedar Key
Beach Front Motel Motel
Beach Front Motel Cedar Key
Beach Front Motel Cedar Key
Beach Front Motel Motel Cedar Key

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach Front Motel currently open?
This property is closed from August 31 2023 to November 22 2023 (dates subject to change).
Does Beach Front Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Beach Front Motel 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.
Is there a pool at Beach Front Motel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Beach Front Motel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Beach Front Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Beach Front Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Beach Front Motel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, fishing, and kayaking. Beach Front Motel also has an outdoor pool.
What's the area around Beach Front Motel like?
Beach Front Motel is located on the waterfront, a short 1-minute walk from Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge and 7 minutes' walk from Cedar Key Pier. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

Beach Front Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

View was wonderful
Karen, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Old and in need of some more TLC
I will say this of you are use to maid service , valet parking you are in the wrong place. What you have is an older place that can use some more TLC nothing fancy and very laid back. I came in and was a bit rude with my comment “ if this place looks as bad on the inside as it does on the outside I am not staying here”. Well I felt like an ass and had forgotten where I came from.. that being said the manager Shelly was a professional with me and my snobbish comment.. Shelly I am so sorry and I will be back if you will allow me to come back. Never judge a book by its cover.. that goes for anything. Shelly was a. Sweet heart and busts her ass for that place the owner should be happy to have her.
Marsha, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Hotel from Hell
The hotel was a dump. Half of the electrical plugs in the room did not work and the room was shabby with a cheap mattress, pillows and sheets. We were given a sliver of soap that would not foam and then told that they only provided new towels and cleaned the room every three days. For almost $240 PER NIGHT it definitly was not the kind of hotel shown on their web site. The floors in the bathroom were chipped with missing tile, bugs in the bathroom, and mold everywhere. There was a elongated toilet seat which did not match the round toilet. The whole place needs repair and painting. The TV was internet only and the wifi could not handle multile users so the input kept hanging up the picture. There were no comfortable chairs in the room, only two kitchen chairs, except for the deck which were right under the A/C UNIT which was blowing hot air at about 150 degrees. The only place to sit was on the bed. We would never stay there again, I guess that goes without saying. The only positive thing we could say about our stay was that there was a great view of the gulf from the room. Oh, there was no handicap access anywhere in the hotel. Do not believe their internet prices, they add a huge resort fee for which you get nothing. If you want to waste your money book a stay at the Beach Front Motel.
Ronald, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff very friendly, overall experience was excellent
Raynard, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Walter, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Had to wait 2 hrs to ck in front desk lady said only 2 ladies to work in the office & clean rooms at the same time. Took us 2 hrs to wait n get our key. The room ceiling had water stains n mold spots. Really cheap n old property but not well maintained. Will never stay there again !
Bertha, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Had a good time, very dog friendly!
Gary, 2-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

4/10 Fair

We couldn't check in until 530pm. There was p.enty of waterview but no beach to speak of. Ice machine was out of order and no solution offered.had to go to town and buy our own ice. Although a nonsmoking room, an ash tray was on the small balcony and there was a smoking area at the bottom of our outside stairs leading to our room and quite a bit of smoking around the property including the pool. Dog and cat in office area that waz small. Another couple was there checking in making this space quite crowded and I accidentally stepped on the foot of the cat i couldn’t see when we walked in to this crowded space and the cat bit and scratched me badly . I was bleecing from several places on my leg. I was offered some peroxide and bandaids. In town quaaint but old and in poor condition. We will never go back.
Milton, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Total property neglect, a sad decline in two years
It had been a couple of years since we last stayed at this hotel. Back then it was a old but clean and quaint place to stay with excellent service. This trip, it was a run-down motel with little concern shown for guest comfort. Air conditioning that fell short, a pool that looked like pea soup, ice for sale (if the machine wasn’t broken), unclean and damaged flooring, overpriced, and if you are allergic to cats, stay out of the office as several cats live there and lay and play about the office. In room coffee station didn’t have cups and the balcony furniture was rotten. Office is only open business hours, don’t expect much assistance then. Bring your own toilet paper! I paid 187.58 for one room x 2. There are several people working on Cesar Key that believe the owner (who lives further south in Florida) doesn’t care anymore. Pictures don’t do the disrepair of floors, doors, bathrooms, electrical outlets the horror they deserve. I’m surprised it has not been condemned.
Timothy, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Location was okay
Ronald, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Ouch - time for renovation
Wow! After more than 23 years in the military and having stayed in a number of “uncomfortable”… this was up there as sketchy places. The room, on the second floor, was an epic view and location. The condition of the room is well beyond it’s best days, e.g., the toilet seat was missing several leveling feet = wobbly, the hot water was tepid and the cold was cold, no be skirt, a comforter that I last saw in the ‘70s. My favorite… the ice machine, located near the pool, remains plugged in but does not appear to have operated for for quite sometime. The price appeared to be a bargain, on line, but in reality we truly overpaid.
Eliot, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Kyle, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I liked it. I stayed there hoping my husband can get good puctures of sunset. It was cloudy though. We still enjoyed ourselves.
Margarita, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Location
Mark, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Comfortable Clean and Convenient
Very nice front desk staff. Older building but location was excellent. Walking distance to everything. Right on the point with water on two sides. Quiet and they allow dogs. There are cats around, as in every Florida coastal fishing town, so be aware if you are bringing a dog. Comfortable room and we slept well.
Sandra, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Kenneth, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Had a nice view but not worth the trouble
I arrived at 4 oclock (check in was at 3) was told my room was no ready and come back in 30 minutes. At 6 I came back and waited in the office for over 10 minutes for someone to come. As i waited, I listened to people in the back office argue over video games. Finally the desk clerk came and checked me in...leaving twice to yell at the people in the back office. Then she couldnt find my key. She let me into my room with her keys and left them in my room wuth the desk phone as she went looking for my room key and clean towels. (I don't think its safe to leave all the master keys with some random person) After 90 minutes I took the keys and the phone back and she still hadn't found my room key or towels. She searched and found a key. The room was nice although it was not what i reserved...I reserved 3 beds and a kitchenette. This was one bed and no kitchenette. It did have a beautiful view. By the way at 10 am on the day I checked out we still did not have clean towels even after asking multiple times.
Becky, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Melissa, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

This is a two bit motel with a million dollar view. Mgrs nice, offered to carry our bag up steep steps.. Curtains broken, needs paint. Pool is dirty. No grab bar or mat in shower. Lots of hot water, though! Exterior is junky. Bed comfortable. Too expensive for the condition.
ruth, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

If you love Cedar Key, you'll want to stay here
You will by no means have a luxury experience at this hotel. You will not be wowed by its trendy decor and boutique amenities. You will, however, have a fun and relaxing experiencing in a hotel that is reflective of the vibe and environment in which it exists. And, it comes with onsite dogs and cats - a true bonus! We loved Sassy! My husband and I grew up in the area, but we now live in Atlanta. The hotel options in Chiefland are horrible, so when we visited family this time we decided to stay in Cedar Key. Having grown up in the area, we are very familiar with Cedar Key and absolutely love the slow, rustic vibe. No where is more laid back than Cedar Key. Yes, the property is old and its age shows. It is a lot of work and very expensive to maintain property of this age in that kind of environment, where it is completely exposed to the water and the elements. And, it's not like there are a ton of resources around. Cedar Key is a tiny island with a tiny population. The closest Home Depot is about 1.5 hours away. It's in a very rural, isolated area with few services, merchants, etc. available. And that's what we love about it, but it must be challenging to maintain and manage this property. Our room definitely showed its age, but it was comfortable and clean, met our needs, and we had such a great time. We wanted to stay an extra night, but we had to get back. We plan on going back and staying longer next time. This will definitely be our hotel of choice on future visits.
Leah, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Staff was very friendly, views were great, nice pool and great location. I’m a local and will definitely be back for another little staycation.
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

The sheets were not clean The bathroom was not clean Pool was green Room was not ready till 6pm Floors in Main room and bathroom were coming up.
William, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay when visiting Cedar Key.
Felix, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

No beach
Beach Front Motel was very fitting for the locale but it has seen better days. A little paint inside and out would do wonders. Great location right at the water, and the bed was very comfortable. Not luxurious but good enough for an overnight stay.
Cheryl, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Low-priced, comfortable location
The motel was spartan but comfortable. Everything worked. The AC was a champ on hot Florida days. It works as a base camp for exploring the treasures of Cedar Key.
David, 2-night trip with friends
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