Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Mallory Square - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Key West Intl. Airport (EYW) - 8 min drive
Restaurants
El Siboney Restaurant - 8 min walk
Southernmost Beach Café - 3 min walk
Southernmost Point Bar In the USA - 5 min walk
Rum Bar at the Speakeasy Inn - 5 min walk
Banana Cafe - 4 min walk
About this property
Southwinds Motel
Southwinds Motel offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Duval Street and Florida Keys Beaches. After splashing around at the 2 outdoor pools, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, Southernmost Point and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.
Languages
English, Russian, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
58 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18
Children
Children (13 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
Other information
Designated smoking areas
No alcohol served onsite
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Pool gate
What to do
Beach nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Beach sun loungers
Beach towels
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Romance packages
Facilities
9 buildings/towers
Picnic area
2 outdoor pools
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LED TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Window screens
Sleep well
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Free crib/infant bed
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free local calls
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Highchair
Paper towels
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Access via exterior corridors
Cleaning supplies
Special features
Dining
Tipsy Rooster - This bar serves light fare only.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 28.13 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee inclusions:
Beach access
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Concierge service
In-room coffee
Internet access (may be limited)
Laundry facilities
Partner property beach club access
Phone calls (may be limited)
Pool access
Self parking
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
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, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Southwinds Motel Key West
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Southwind Hotel Key West
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Frequently asked questions
Does Southwinds Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Southwinds 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 Southwinds Motel?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Southwinds Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Southwinds Motel?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Southwinds Motel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Southwinds Motel and nearby?
Have fun with activities like boat tours, kayaking, and scuba diving, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a picnic area.
What's the area around Southwinds Motel like?
Southwinds Motel is located near Florida Keys Beaches in Key West Historic District, a short 3-minute walk from Duval Street and 4 minutes' walk from Southernmost Point. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
Southwinds Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
11 Dec 2024
Great place
Cute place. Quiet. Great location. 2 pools.
Molly
Molly, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
5 Dec 2024
Not fancy but good
This hotel is in such a great location. You can walk to everything in the historic part of town or rent a bike and go everywhere!
It was a small room but clean and very comfortable bed. There is a beach nearby and also a nice pool.
Breakfast was better than I expected and the coffee was really good.
We have been here before and will probably be back.
Tim
Tim, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
27 Nov 2024
Quaint but needs repairs
The motel grounds are very well kept and are quiet and clean. The front office is cute and clean. The room we were given in the back of the lot was large but was in need of some simple repairs. For the cost of the room the quality of the room was not inline. Good location and easy access. They just need to make simple repairs that make a big difference. Our phone did not work, the tv did not work but they did come mess with it and it finally worked. We plugged in a hairdryer and it blew a breaker - they did come fix that as well. The service was good, the room was so so.
Michele
Michele, 2-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good
23 Nov 2024
Steve
Steve, 3-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good
22 Nov 2024
Theresa
Theresa, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
14 Nov 2024
We loved it!
We really enjoyed our stay at Southwinds Motel! We loved the location of it. The staff was so friendly. We would definitely stay there again!! My sister and I surprised our dad for his birthday with a little quick trip to KW!
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
12 Nov 2024
Tara
Tara, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
5 Nov 2024
Great rate for Key West. Bar on property. We actually had the room attached to the bar. We sleep with a sound machine & didn't hear a thing. Pool had lots of leaves in the filter.
Room was basic, but you don't need much more in Key West. Bed very comfortable.
Stacy
Stacy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Nov 2024
Darren
Darren, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
28 Oct 2024
Nice affordable Key West getaway.
A nice place to stay with a nice outdoor bar and ice cream and snack bar. The room was comfortable for two people however the bathroom is very small.
Loretta
Loretta, 11-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Oct 2024
Jayne
Jayne, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Oct 2024
Cynthia
Cynthia, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Oct 2024
Aimee
Aimee, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Oct 2024
A gem in the Keys!
The moment I stepped into the Southwinds Motel, it felt like it was going to be a great place to be in Key West.
I was greeted by a nice gentleman called Carlos, he was so helpful and gave me some great tips!
The room was not on the big side, but was clean & all we needed. On site free laundry, ice cream van & so close to all the places we wanted to see.
To top things off the evening's we had at the Tipsey roster were relaxed with great music & a great choice served by the delightful Alice.
Highly recommend & will be back ourselves in the near future 😎
Kevin
Kevin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Oct 2024
Enjoyed our stay
The motel is older but well maintained. Clean room and changed bedding and towels every 3 days. Staff were pleasant and very helpful. Liked staying in old town close to the beach. Free bus that circles Duval St just steps from hotel.
WENDELL
WENDELL, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 Oct 2024
Cynthia
Cynthia, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
4 Oct 2024
Key West week
Nice place walking distance to restaurants, bars, historical places and ocean. The pool was nice. Easy parking.
Deana
Deana, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 Sep 2024
michael
michael, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
29 Sep 2024
Marilyn
Marilyn, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
28 Sep 2024
Paul
Paul, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair
22 Sep 2024
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Sep 2024
Great stay - small room
This was a great little motel, just one street over from Duval Street ( which is the Main Street in Key West). It was a small room, but just perfect for us just to sleep in. We spent most of our time exploring Key West. Found out from one of the tours that this was the first motel in Key West. But they have kept it up well.
Debra
Debra, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
19 Sep 2024
Loved the location of the Motel, and the breakfasts were good, but felt our furniture could have been repaired. i.e. the drawers were falling out of the dresser a d the nightstand was not in good repair, nor the table.
Ellen
Ellen, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Sep 2024
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Sep 2024
It was a little hard to park sometimes but we managed.