Southwinds Motel is a tropical haven near South Beach, where you can kick back in the outdoor entertainment area or take a dip in one of two pools. Enjoy continental breakfast, bike rentals, and beach towels at your fingertips – plus helpful staff that have earned rave reviews from previous guests.
Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Mallory Square - 4 min drive - 2.0 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, South Beach and Southernmost Point are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.
Languages
English, Russian, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
58 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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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
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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
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Children
Children (13 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
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Parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
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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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector 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, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Also known as
Southwinds Motel 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 Old Town Key West, a short 3-minute walk from Duval Street and 3 minutes' walk from South Beach. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
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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
Popular mentions
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Location
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Bathroom
Beach
Parking
Live music
What guests liked
The property features clean and well-maintained pools, including a heated option, suitable for families and relaxation. (54 reviews)
Breakfast was a highlight with a good selection and convenient grab-and-go options. (37 reviews)
The property offers convenient beach access with complimentary chairs and towels. (29 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10
We stay here when ever we’re in the keys
cynthia
6-night trip
10/10
Great motel! Loved the location and the staff. Would stay here again.
Debra
3-night trip
8/10
The Southwinds Motel was a wonderful place to stay. I would highly recommend staying there for a nice couples retreat away. The service was wonderful and location perfect!
Steven
4-night trip
8/10
Great motel!
Michelle
1-night trip
8/10
Continental breakfast and great location. Rooms were dated but clean
Kathryn
1-night trip
8/10
Wonderful motel, well maintained. Staff was friendly.
Ramona
3-night trip
10/10
Liked everything, great motel.
Patrick
1-night trip
10/10
Clean and wonderful location
Kelly
6-night trip
10/10
Loved the location of this property. Just blocks away from Duval St and the beach.
Pennie
3-night trip
8/10
Great place!!!!!
Nikki
2-night trip
10/10
We love staying here!!! The staff is always amazing and the rooms are nice and clean. Parking outside your room is a bonus. Convenient walk to beaches, bars and dining.
Bruce
1-night trip
10/10
We had a very pleasant stay would recommend to my friends
Glenna
10/10
Loved this place! Great location
Greg
2-night trip
8/10
Nice property, pricing is moderate, close to Duval, walkable from Mallory Square to the Southern Most Point. Will stay again!
Michael
2-night trip
10/10
No frills vacation. Was what we wanted for a 4 night get away.
Daniel
4-night trip
10/10
Great property
Kimberly
4-night trip
8/10
We loved how convenient it is to all amenities.
Nadia
4-night trip
8/10
Check in was easy. Staff very friendly. Bed comfortable. Only negative is the small bathroom.
Lora
2-night trip
10/10
Had a great stay. Very helpful staff, free washer and dryer, comfortable bed.
Polly
1-night trip
10/10
We absolutely love this place! We had four couples with us and we all loved it. Very quaint, tropical, and convenient. A bar on one side and ice cream parlor on the other. Room was your basic motel but cute and clean. Will definitely be staying here again.
JEFF
1-night trip
10/10
Quant property in the heart of ‘Southermost’ away from the high traffic touristy areas. I loved that it had a bar, nightly live music, dessert truck & 2 pools on site with multiple beaches, food options & Trolley stop 11 within a few blocks.
Kimberly
3-night trip
10/10
Great property super convenient
Tyler
5-night trip
10/10
Walk to beach and southern most point. The motel breakfast propided as perfect and plentiful. I will be going back.
LAURYN
2-night trip
6/10
The breakfast was a treat. The pool was nice. Property is very walkable to attractions. Complimentary laundry did not work.
Dawn
1-night trip
10/10
Wonderful property. Very reasonable price. Definitely would stay here again.