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1.5 out of 5
Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel
718 South Street, Key West, FL

Reviews

7.6

Good

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Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 86 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 90 out of 1001 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Arisney

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and confortable . The personel excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Nice staff and very clean I just wasn’t comfortable staying in a hostel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 19 May 2024
Dear Nicole,Thank you for staying with us.So sorry to hear that not everything worked out for you as planned.Hopefully to see you again. Maybe in a private room this time. Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

8/10 Good

Steve

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A charming remodeled older motel. Nice location near the Southern Most Point. The manager, Peter, was excellent. We very much enjoyed our 2 night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 7 May 2024
Dear Steve,thank you for staying with us. Hopefully we'll see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 2 May 2024
Dear Wayne,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review of the stay.Hopefully to see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

8/10 Good

Simeon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 2 May 2024
Dear Simeon,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review of the stay.Hopefully to see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

4/10 Poor

Paulie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thin walls can hear the people talking up all night and the AC unit is loud keeps you up also at night. beds were comfortable, shower was good but tiny.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 27 Apr 2024
Dear Paulie,thank you for staying with us. Seashell Motel staff

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a hostel in Key West. My roommates weren’t rude or perverted. So best hostel experience I’ve had. Obviously amazing location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 27 Apr 2024
Dear Michael,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review of the stay.Hopefully to see you again.Seashell Motel staff

8/10 Good

Benoit

Liked: Cleanliness
Of course, everything is relative but I still cannot believe that the cost of living in Key West is so high.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 23 Apr 2024
Dear Benoit,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback. Best Regards,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly front desk staff, easy access to Duval St.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 22 Apr 2024
Dear Ashley,thank you for staying with us.Thank you so much for your feedback. We hope to see you again.Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap and really close to the beach/Duval St. Convenient and perfect for just staying the night while exploring during the day
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 20 Apr 2024
Dear Alberto,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review of our property and service.We hope to see you again in the future.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the cheapest place to stay, you really can't beat this.... The 2 guys that I met that work there are awesome very friendly. I was happy to stay there and will do it again if I come back alone.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 18 Apr 2024
Dear Zachary,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your amazing review of the stay. We hope to see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Pleingpart

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 7 May 2024
Dear Pleingpart,thank you for staying with us. Hopefully we'll see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Travelled with partner
Nice clean room with the old school feel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 17 Apr 2024
Dear Jim,thank you for staying with us.We hope to see you again.Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Myung wha

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind staff Best loction Good price
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 9 Apr 2024
Dear Myung,thank you for staying with us.We appreciate your review of the stay. Hopefully to see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

8/10 Good

Debarsie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property was nice - hostel was clean. Hostel washrooms were slightly dirty, door was low maintenance at spots
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 17 Apr 2024
Dear Debarsie,thank you for staying with us.We hope to see you again.Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Robert, West Hartford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in the hostel section of the property (they also have regular motel rooms). The hostel rooms were clean and well-maintained. They were a little short of storage space near the beds (a shelf by the bunk would have been nice). The hostel staff cleaned the rooms and toilet/shower daily and replaced the used towels daily. There were a couple less-than-considerate people sharing the room, but that's the chance you take in a hostel. The common areas (an outdoor covered patio and a kitchen) were pretty nice, and they were clean and well-maintained. The staff was friendly and helpful. Net: If you want to stay in a hostel, this is a good one -- you could do far worse.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 2 Apr 2024
Dear Robert,thank you for staying with us and sharing your experience in our Hostel. We hope to see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

6/10 Okay

walid

Liked: Cleanliness
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 2 Apr 2024
Dear Walid,thank you for staying with us. We hope to see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

8/10 Good

Leonard

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. The room furniture was lacking sofa and accent chair in the living room.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 30 Mar 2024
Dear Leonard,thank you for staying with us,We appreciate your review of the stay.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

8/10 Good

Tara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I was happy i could book this room 24 hours before i arrived. Staff was kind and accommodating. The room is basic, but very clean. The property is old and in a residental area. It has no amenities and requires a three block walk to get anything. Key West is a small island, so nothing is to far to walk. If a traveler is looking for a clean place to sleep and shower, I would recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 30 Mar 2024
Dear Tara,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review about your stay.We hope to see you again.Seashell Motel staff

2/10 Terrible

Bhavya Sri

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad ambience and smelling beds, congested rooms. Not at all breathable rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 29 Mar 2024
Dear guest,thank you for staying with us. Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Amenities
Good location, the patio so beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 29 Mar 2024
Dear Olga,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback and great review.We hope to see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Cierra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was hesitant about sharing a room but honestly it was so quiet, dark, the pillow was amazing, best sleep I’ve had in a while
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 29 Mar 2024
Dear Cierra,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review.We hope to see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

8/10 Good

Lynda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The use of the barbecue and the common dining aria is interesting.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 28 Mar 2024
Dear Lynda,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review of your stay.We hope to see you again,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Yu

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Very convenient!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 28 Mar 2024
Dear Yu,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review of your stay.We hope to see you again,Seashell Motel staff

8/10 Good

Tim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We came in on motorcycles but their parking lot is gravel. They took the time to find us a paved close safe parking area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 28 Mar 2024
Dear Tim,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review of your stay.We hope to see you again,Seashell Motel staff

6/10 Okay

Kent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The staff was very friendly and helpful. At over $500/night, the room was very basic. There were three beds in the bedroom....perfect, because it was me and my two sons. MY bed, however, had the most God awful mattress I'd ever attempted to sleep on. We stayed two nights...the first night I barely slept at all, and the second night I did not get one second of sleep. I mentioned this upon checkout, and the response was along the lines of "we've never had a complaint before". I find that difficult to believe! Anyway....the locate was just a short walk from Duvall Street, very convenient. Would I stay there again?....probably not.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 24 Mar 2024
Dear Kent,thank you for staying with us.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 21 Mar 2024
Dear Dan,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review of the stay.Hopefully to see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe quiet and clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 12 Mar 2024
Dear Joseph,thank you for staying with us and great review of the stay. We appreciate. Hopefully we will see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 12 Mar 2024
Dear Michael,thank you for staying with us and great review of the stay. We appreciate. Hopefully we will see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's nice.better than what I thought & compared the prices.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 12 Mar 2024
Dear Kenneth,thank you for staying with us and great review of the stay. We appreciate. Hopefully we will see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

2/10 Terrible

Yushi

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrible
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 24 Feb 2024
Dear Yushi,thank you for staying with us. We are sorry to hear that you had some issues during your stay.Our staff is available 24/7 to assist our guest.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Walking distance to Duval street. plenty of parking in a clean neighborhood. Bike rentals on property if you don’t have a car. My 22 yr old daughter and I stayed in the Women’s only dorm. our room had two bunk beds , half bath and full bath. Each bunk had privacy curtains, mini fan, mini lamp, and outlet. Lockers available in courtyard but must bring your own lock. Laundry machines on site, kitchen area and refrigerate. Laid back, no frills but clean and comfortable. Would stay there again. Easy check-in and check out. no issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 24 Feb 2024
Dear Shannon,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review of the stay. We hope to see you again.Best Regards,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Mr T

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Basic room. Not the Ritz, but simple and quaint and in line with expectations. Towels could be nicer based on per night cost this is not a big ask.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 24 Feb 2024
Dear Mr T,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review of the stay. We hope to see you again.Best Regards,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect stay
Excellent stay. We stayed in a motel room instead of the hostel. The room was very clean with a great bathroom, refrigerator, microwave and coffee pot. There was a small parking area, and ample free on street parking. The motel rooms each have their own entrance. There is no lobby, you check in at a window. Check in was very easy and smooth. There is a beautiful courtyard with a kitchen and seating for guests to share. The location was quiet and convenient. Excellent stay. We'll be back next time we stay in Ket West.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 23 Feb 2024
Dear Stephanie,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review and comments. Hopefully to see you again. Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

6/10 Okay

kinhung

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 23 Feb 2024
Dear Kinhung,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review and comments.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

8/10 Good

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Location
The location was excellent. Easy walking distance to Duval street. Clean and perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 23 Feb 2024
Dear Audrey,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review and comments.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location I will be back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 20 Feb 2024
Dear Oscar,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your good review of our property and service.Hopefully to see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Pasa

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 21 Mar 2024
Dear Pasa,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review of the stay.Hopefully to see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 20 Feb 2024
Dear Michael,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your good review of our property and service.Hopefully to see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

2/10 Terrible

Analia

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 21 Mar 2024
Dear Analia,we are sorry to hear that something didn't work out for you as expected.Our staff is available at the Front Desk - open 25/7 if there are any issues.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

2/10 Terrible

Kenneth, Phoenix

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was full of 🐜 bugs and not cleaned up even after telling the staff about it. Over priced for what you get
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 14 Feb 2024
Dear Kenneth,thank you for staying with us. Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Eric, Wilmington

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Well located to walk or bike around Key West
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 10 Feb 2024
Dear Eric,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your good review.Hopefully to see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

6/10 Okay

Marta

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Property needs to be renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 9 Feb 2024
Dear Marta,thank you for staying with us.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Yaroslav

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an incredible stay at the Seashell Hostel. The manager was very helpful. Helped us find the best restaurants, beaches and attractions in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 8 Feb 2024
Dear Yaroslav,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your great review.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Yahor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 8 Feb 2024
Dear Yahor,thank you for staying with us.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

6/10 Okay

Magdalena

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 5 Feb 2024
Dear Magdalena,Thank you for staying with us. Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Bo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 5 Feb 2024
Dear Bo,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review of our property and service.Hopefully to see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close enough to walk to dinning and shopping. Felt very safe walking around at night. Friendly staff. Rooms are a little older but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 5 Feb 2024
Dear Karen,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review of our property and service.Hopefully to see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

2/10 Terrible

Juan

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 5 Feb 2024
Dear Juan,Thank you for staying with us.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Seashell Motel staff on 5 Feb 2024
Dear Zachary,thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review of our property and service.Hopefully to see you again.Best regards,Seashell Motel staff