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Seashell Motel

1.5 star property
Tropical gardens create a peaceful retreat at this Key West spot, where guests can grab a rental bike and explore the island's southern attractions

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Located at Key West's southern tip, Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel is near Duval Street and offers garden relaxation. Multilingual staff help visitors explore South Beach and Southernmost Point. Convenient bike rentals and a helpful team are praised by guests.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AED 1,168
AED 1,314 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Private | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Private

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Apartment | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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Basic Double Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Quadruple Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Old Town Key West, a neighborhood in Key West, Seashell Motel is near the airport and near the beach. Southernmost Point and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park and Florida Keys Beaches. Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory and MLK Community Pool & Community Center are also worth visiting. With snorkeling and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Key West travel guide
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Map
718 South Street, Key West, FL, 33340

What's nearby

  • Duval Street featuring signage
    Duval Street
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • South Beach featuring a sandy beach and general coastal views as well as a small group of people
    South Beach
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory featuring zoo animals, animals and flowers
    Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Higgs Beach featuring a sandy beach as well as an individual femail
    Clarence S. Higgs Memorial Beach Park
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Southernmost Point showing signage
    Southernmost Point
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Key West Intl. Airport (EYW)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Seaside Cafe at the Mansion
    6 min walk
  • Southernmost Beach Café
    6 min walk
  • Morrison's Market
    5 min walk
  • Banana Cafe
    8 min walk
  • Salute! On The Beach
    8 min walk

About this property

Seashell Motel

Hostel near Florida Keys Beaches
Close to South Beach and Southernmost Point, Seashell Motel provides amenities like a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, multilingual staff, and luggage storage
  • A 24-hour front desk, ATM/banking services, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Seashell Motel have thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and room service. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in.
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property 48 hours in advance to arrange late check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (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, 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property requires a key deposit in cash upon arrival.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Motel Hostel
Seashell Key West
Seashell Motel & Hostel
Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel
Seashell Motel Key West Hostel
Seashell Motel Hostel
Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel Key West
Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Seashell Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Seashell Motel?

As of 7 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seashell Motel on 1 April 2026 start from AED 1,168, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Seashell Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Seashell Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Seashell Motel located?

Located in Old Town Key West, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Florida Keys Beaches, Duval Street, and South Beach. Southernmost Point and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select 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

Seashell Motel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 442 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 85 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Walid

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Really good hotel, wonderful location, great staff and a family owned business. Perfect Key West getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Room was small but clean. Nice large updated bathroom. Staff was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great except lack of hot water. Really great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was all remodeled and clean. Check in very fast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Krissy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are renovation so be aware of that but everything else is as listed. Very clean extremely polite. I highly recommend for people looking for a place to rest their head at night
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unable to look out windows and there was no window pane, the noise level was bad and you could hear the next room conversation and traffic outside. There are lot of renovations going on at motel but location to Duval St was nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big room. Great air conditioner... Great bed, sink, bathroom, and shower. And great location. Some of the lamp outlets/ USB ports didn't work. Whatever, not really an issue. Parking lot filled up quick but there was ample parking on the street (Sunday/Monday) Friendly guy at check-in. Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Friendly staff, clean room, comfortable bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very small but very clean and well maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
WE really liked the place the room was great and very close to where we wanted to go.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, looked good and was spacious. The door howevr was glass and had some kind of bamboo cover that did not cover anything and people could see straight inside if we had the lights on. The main entrance is under construction so we had to walk through gravel to get in which was okaybut someone who needs a flat ground would struggle. Check in experience was easy and staff was pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people was very nice. You could walk to anywhere you want to go. Clean i Enjoyed my stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

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

Nice place to stay.

Nice sized rooms. Big showers & very clean. Close to beach & boardwalk. In process of remodeling the place. Staff is friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient location to Duval and beach. Pool is under construction. Staff is very friendly and room was nicely updated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This cute little motel was a perfect spot for a couple nights in Key West. It was walkable to the trolley line and even with some construction work on the new pool it was quiet. The room was darling and clean and front staff was helpful in helping us find things to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

henry

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was great with my girlfriend and I. We slept well and were within walking distance of cool parts of town. Thanks again from Henry!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Margot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean but small, recently nicely updated. Windows were still the old jalousie type and did not close properly, entry door had big gaps all around, big enough for critters to get thru. Entire property was a construction site. Workers showed up at 8.00 am. Hotel location is good. Clarence Higgs beach is not far. Once the construction is finished we would consider booking here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great people and clean room, note that there was ongoing construction for the pool and some rooms while we were there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dinakaran

Staff is good and the rooms are clean
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, walkable, convinient. The staff was very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location and cozy room. There is everything you need and nothing extra. Friendly staff, and a nice price. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Exactly what we needed, barebones but a perfect location. The rooms are clean, the water is hot! Beds extremely comfy. Make friends with your neighbors! It can enhance your trip! We all even booked another stay together. Walk around, there’s so much to do!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Best kept secret on Key West

This was my second time staying here over the last 2 years. The staff, location and accommodations are excellent. This is probably the most affordable lodging you will find on the island. The rooms have been recently upgraded and they were very clean and comfortable. I love the location and you can walk everywhere. No need to drive anywhere when you get here. Strongly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is such a cute property with very friendly staff. The location is excellent to get to the downtown and beaches quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Amenities
Good location, the patio so beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024