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. (55 reviews)
Breakfast was a treat with a good selection and convenient grab-and-go options. (38 reviews)
The property offers convenient beach access with complimentary chairs and towels. (29 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 26, 2025
It was a great place to stay right in the mix of everything to do!! Staff was great love smaller mom and pop places to stay
lisa
lisa, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 28, 2025
The Motel has been well maintained and the staff are very helpful. Location is great.
Varun
Varun, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 28, 2025
The property was great and everyone was friendly and they had music, food right across the street and around the coner.
Frank
Frank, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 28, 2025
property is close to many of the restaurants that i frequent. Being a solo traveler I feel safe at this property
Patricia
Patricia, 5-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 27, 2025
Everything was perfect!
Autumn
Autumn, 4-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 23, 2025
Look forward to returning
ANNE LOUISE
ANNE LOUISE, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
May 30, 2025
Good place to stay
Mayelin
Mayelin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 19, 2025
Seven years between visits, and I still love it!
Bret A
Bret A, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 21, 2025
Clean, great location, and stay.One of the most affordable options in Key West.
Andreanna
Andreanna, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 21, 2025
I would come again
Cesar
Cesar, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 3, 2025
Was close to Duval st to walk. Bar on property was nice and once in the room really couldn't hear the outaide noise which was nice
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 24, 2025
The location was perfect! Everything is right there, it's safe and the staff was wonderful!
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 11, 2025
Thanks for a great stay.
Heidi
Heidi, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 10, 2025
We liked this cute motel! The ice machine wasn’t working and that’s the only thing I can be negative about. It was great!
Adrienne
Adrienne, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 16, 2025
Very friendly staff willing to help! I will definitely be back!
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 11, 2025
Older property, but clean and very well kept. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 9, 2025
Alway stay at southwinds!!! Absolutely perfect!!
Shaun
Shaun, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 8, 2025
property was good for the cost
Pamela
Pamela, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 25, 2025
Location, location, location! Staff was friendly and attentive. Room was small but perfect as we werent really hanging in the room all day. Close to all Duval has to offer. We'll see you again Southwinds : )
Ronald
Ronald, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 1, 2025
This was a great place to stay especially for the price! Clean and comfortable. A bit of a walk to get to Mallory Square and the end of Duval, but we enjoyed the exercise. Plenty of places close by and the property has a bar. Ice machines weren’t really working so that was the only bummer. Staff was super friendly and helpful!
Anna
Anna, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jul 24, 2025
Our room was nice. AC and wifi worked well. The area around the motel is nice. Simple, but free breakfast every morning. Only issue was our room never got cleaned during our 5 day stay and staff shut us down when we asked about it.
Ava
Ava, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 1, 2025
Always stay at Southwinds. Like the location
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Apr 15, 2025
Great location
Nice staff and breakfast
james
james, 5-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 30, 2025
Great location. Good value, small rooms because they have updated a motel from a past era. Friendly helpful staff. Laundry room was a plus.
James
James, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 14, 2025
The staff was great. It was convenient in the middle of everything. It had two pools. It was an older place, but had charm.