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Sun Island Motel

2.5 star property
Travelers cool off in the outdoor pool or gather around barbecue grills at this beachside spot, where express check-in and helpful staff make arrivals seamless.

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Sun Island Motel is a short walk from John's Pass Village & Boardwalk. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a barbecue area for casual dinners. Visitors appreciate the efficient check-in process and attentive staff.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

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Family Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Basic Studio

Basic Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Large Single Futon

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About the area

Located in St. Pete Beach, Sun Island Motel is near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Salvador Dali Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Tampa Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at St. Pete's Historic Coliseum, or consider a night out at Jannus Live.
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Map
8301 Blind Pass Rd, St. Pete Beach, FL, 33706

What's nearby

  • Corey Ave - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sunset Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • St. Petersburg Municipal Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Upham Beach Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buoys Waterfront Bar and Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chill Restaurant & Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪RipTides - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Grove Surf + Coffee - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪La Croisette - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Sun Island Motel

Motel near St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
Close to John's Pass Village & Boardwalk, Sun Island Motel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and barbecues
  • Smoke-free property and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, microwaves and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 75 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Property is also known as

Sun Island Motel Motel
Sun Island Motel St. Pete Beach
Sun Island Motel Motel St. Pete Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does Sun Island Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Is Sun Island Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 35 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Sun Island Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sun Island Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Sun Island Motel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 25 (subject to availability).

Where is Sun Island Motel located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Corey Ave and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches. St. Petersburg Municipal Beach and Upham Beach Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Sun Island Motel Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

7.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 359 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 359 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 359 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 359 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 359 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

LeeAnne

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this hotel! Easy check in and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful, will definitely stay here again. Great location, staff, etc... 5 Star
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good budget option, nice pool, good location,
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chasta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay. Nice location. Close to many bars and the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice pool, clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great price and just adorable. Easy to check-in and convenient. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was always clean and I love the staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, within 5 minutes of St. Pete Beach! The automated check in process was also very convenient, and the room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Adorable place!!!

We loved this place. Simple with a great pool and super comfy bed. We will be back!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

The location was convenient, check in was easy, the room was clean and comfortable. It was 4th of July weekend but it was quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great for my staff that came in town for a day.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had everything we needed. Very clean for an older motel. Pool was awesome.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Simple Place to Stay

Everything was great! Definitely not a fancy place, but clean, comfortable and quiet. Would definitely stay again and recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just book it.

Had a great stay! Small place but liked the privacy feel. Also close to all the beaches. Will go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very comfortable, clean and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was cute and room was clean. Only issue I had was that the a/c was cool but not cold like how I like it. Staff was very nice. Location and price was great. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was so lovely and well taken care of! It was extremely clean inside and out, including the pool. The staff was so nice and helpful and the bed was extra yummy, can’t say enough about this little Motel, IMPRESSED!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised with the room it was just what I needed for a quick nights stay when coming in on a late flight.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Esmeralda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In LOVEEEE, definitely coming backkkk againnnn, love the pool, so clean and nice, the room I rented it was for me and my boyfriend it was a little bit small but comfortable, Marybeth supervisor a really nice lady❤️❤️❤️. Love everything, this place is close to everything, the beach, restaurants, love it, love it.❤️❤️❤️❤️. Want to say thanks Marybeth this is Esmeralda❤️.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Nice room! Appreciated the early check in. Close to everything and nice pool!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely appointed and clean. Really enjoyed it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

David

While there is nothing outstanding about the property, it is safe and convenient for those loking for an economic stay in the St. Pete Beach area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Affordable

It was exactly what we needed for a quick one night stay. No frills, but a clean, comfortable, affordable place to stay for the evening that was also close to other hotels, restaurants, and the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night but the rooms were clean and comfortable. Check in was easy with a simple email and a door code. This is right near the gulf intercostal. It is a quiet little property and we would stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024