Guests at The McKey enjoy a refreshing smoke-free environment throughout the property. The retreat provides WiFi for those who need to stay connected, while thoughtful touches like outdoor furniture create spaces to unwind. An elevator ensures easy access to all areas.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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Valdosta is home to The McKey. Wild Adventures and Jumpn Jacks 4 Kidz are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Valdosta Mall and American Body Works. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bazemoor-Hyder Stadium or Bazmore-Hyder Stadium. Visit our Valdosta travel guide
101 E Central Ave, Valdosta, GA, 31601
What's nearby
Theatre Guild Valdosta
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Bazemoor-Hyder Stadium
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Lowndes County Historical Society Museum
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Annette Howell Turner Center
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Valdosta State University
17 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Valdosta, GA (VLD-Valdosta Regional)
7 min drive
Restaurants
Zacadoo's Grille
3 min drive
Dairy Queen
10 min walk
McDonald's
18 min walk
Church's Texas Chicken
6 min walk
Macadoo's Grill
3 min drive
About this property
The McKey
Property highlights
The McKey provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
A lift, smoke-free property and a water dispenser
Outdoor furniture
Room features
All guest rooms at The McKey feature perks, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
Heating and ceiling fans
Hypo-allergenic bedding and memory foam beds
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and deep-soaking baths
In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Parking and transport
No on-site parking available
Conveniences
Shared microwave
Water dispenser
Outdoors
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.
Area rugs in room
Front entrance ramp
Handrails in stairways (87 centimetre high)
Hardwood flooring in room
Lift (104 centimetre wide door)
Tile flooring in room
Visual alarms in hallways
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Deep soaking bathtub
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided
Entertainment
50-inch smart TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Heating (climate-controlled)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
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
Guests are recommended to download the property's The McKey mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
Frequently asked questions
Is The McKey pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The McKey?
The McKey doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at The McKey?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The McKey?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The McKey located?
Situated in Valdosta, this hotel is steps away from Theatre Guild Valdosta and Bazemoor-Hyder Stadium. Lowndes County Historical Society Museum and Annette Howell Turner Center are also within 10 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The McKey Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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The room was spotless! Decorated beautifully. The very large windows are so nice. We stayed in the Law and Order room which was a corner room and it was perfect. The hosts are amazing and attentive.
Great room, friendly cafe downstairs. Parking was a bit of an issue but eventually found something out front. Nice amentias and quiet room. Good view of the capital across the street.
The romantic suite is a beautifully designed, well maintained vintage room. We met the hotel manager, who was exuberant and helpful. The view from the room over the quaint downtown was picturesque. Location was good for walking downtown.
Best Place to stay in Valdosta - drive a few minutes off the interstate and get a much better experience than the chains. Clean, Spacious, Safe, Easy Check-in/Check-out, easy parking, great coffee shop on the first floor and nice restaurants within a few blocks in the quaint and historic downtown - STAY HERE!!
This is my second time staying at the McKey in Valdosta. This hotel is so much better than the chain hotels available here. We walked to a restaurant and to a brewery from the hotel, and the room is big enough that we were able to play board games. Thank you for a lovely stay!
You come here to experience the town! Restored/repurposed bulding turned into a lovely hotel in the "main strett" district of town allow you to walk to restaurants and enjoy the happenings in town. Very spacious, confortable and clean rooms. Rooms are not numbered but named, add a desrving touch of B&B to the stay. Worth the detour off the interstate to slow down and relax!
Beautiful place with a charming historic feel. You get a key code emailed to you for entry so it’s very private and simple to check in.
It is a wonderful place overall with a coffee shop downstairs that is also wonderful! Güd Coffee!
The only downside was the noise of being in the heart of downtown. You could hear everything on the street and vehicles going by all night. I’m a light sleeper so maybe others wouldn’t mind as much. They do have ear plugs complimentary!! :) definitely a place you should check out!
The area suggested to park had people that approached me 3 times asking for money. The directions given didn't explain where the room was. Being downtown, police sirens and trains kept me up most of the night. The positive is being downtown and walking to restaurants and the room was immaculate.
The room was very clean and modern. The bed was big and comfortable. It took a bit to get used to not having a front desk person and that is the only review that got 3 stars because there was no interaction with any staff. I highly recommend this hotel and would stay there again.
I loved the vibe of The McKey. The hotel is on two floors of a restored, historical building. Everything felt modern and fresh, without losing any histoical charm. We had everything we need for our two night stay, with perhaps the exception of a kitchen towel. Not a big deal. All in all, a unique and very pleasant stay.
I have been staying in Valdosta for years visiting my daughters at VSU. I wish I had found this place sooner. We appreciated the coffee bar, the spacious room, the cleanliness. Loved having a coffee shop right downstairs. My daughter's ZTA event was in the same building, and this space is lovely. Parking was easy and safe. Would absolutely stay here again!
John
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
LeVada
30 Mar 2025
Liked: Amenities
We loved our stay here! Small and quaint but gave great aesthetics. Walking distance from night life activities. No staff but everything was available in the hallway if you forgot anything.
The BED!!!!! was so comfortable! Book the S and L suite It won’t disappoint
I have family that stays in this area. I appreciate that they restored this downtown hotel and highly modernized it. I only rated staff a three because there wasn’t really any. My check in consisted of entering a code to get in to the hotel and my room
We loved the Mckey. Such a beautiful renovated hotel that combines history and modern style. They give you a code to access the hotel and your room however the owner who was very nice and polite received us and showed us to our rooms and brought extra towels.
We are definitely coming back to this hotel. Valdosta is a quaint town for a nice weekend get away. The only reason why I didn’t give a five star on the comfort category is because there is a train that passes by the town during the night honking its horn. I wish the town would do something so that it reduces the amount of times it honks. If you are a light sleeper you will hear it. If you sleep deep you should be fine. Either way the hotel had on the hallway bags with ear plugs for free for the guests.
We definitely recommend this hotel.