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Seashell Motel

1.5 star property
City-center hostel within walking distance of South Beach

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8.0 out of 10
Very good
On the southern tip of Key West, Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel offers a relaxing retreat near Duval Street. Guests can unwind in the garden or explore nearby South Beach and Southernmost Point with help from multilingual staff and bike rentals. Previous guests rave about the helpful team.
$142 nightly
The total price is $160
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Total with taxes and fees

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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8.6 out of 10
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a shelf with potted plants.

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room

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Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Quadruple Room

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Very good
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
718 South Street, Key West, FL, 33340

What's nearby

  • Florida Keys Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Duval Street - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • South Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Clarence S. Higgs Memorial Beach Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Southernmost Point - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Southernmost Beach Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cuban Coffee Queen (Duval) - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Salute! On The Beach - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Seaside Cafe at the Mansion - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rum Bar at the Speakeasy Inn - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Seashell Motel

  • When you stay at Seashell Motel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Florida Keys Beaches and Duval Street. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby snorkeling. Also, Southernmost Point and South Beach are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Free offsite parking nearby
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
    • No alcohol allowed onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch Smart TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from April 4 2026 to June 30 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit 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. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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.

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

Does Seashell Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Seashell 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.

Are pets allowed at Seashell Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Seashell Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Seashell Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Seashell Motel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and snorkeling. Seashell Motel also has a picnic area.

What's the area around Seashell Motel like?

Seashell Motel is in Old Town Key West, a short 8-minute drive from Key West Intl. Airport (EYW) and 4 minutes' walk from Florida Keys Beaches. Travelers give top marks for the hostel's prime location.

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Reviews

Seashell Motel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.2

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property is within a short walk to the beach, making it an ideal location for beachgoers. (18 reviews)
  • The air conditioning worked effectively and kept rooms cool. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Great location! Walking distance to many attractions.
Thelma, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location and amazing staff. Charity was so helpful and kind. Will def come back to get that Key West experience.
Carl, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Parking was good and safe
Susan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazingly nice woman from Ohio checked us in and really set a wonderful tone. The room was updated and perfectly comfortable. Bathroom was updated and fantastic esoecially the shower. Nice beds and pillows as well. Would absolutely stay here again. Don't judge it by its cover since the outside is under renovation. Walkable to all of the things you want to do. Also free parking. 5 stars.
Amanda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were clean and updated. Staff were very friendly and accommodating providing recommendations on what to see. Parking was safe and secure. Location convenient and walkable. Would definitely stay again.
Teneshia, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good location
Sheng, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were very nice, updated and clean!!
Rhonda, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was nice and clean. Very pleasant staff and great parking. The only thing missing was the whole pool area. It was completely under construction but overall a nice place
Patty, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and nice bathroom. Easy walk to lots of restaurants and Duval. Would stay again!
Emma, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Parking is a challenge in the area but the room was in perfect condition. Polite friendly staff.
Daniel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room amazingly clean and renovated. Property it’s under renovation but it is total worth staying there. Beautiful room and amazing staff
Jose, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really good hotel, wonderful location, great staff and a family owned business. Perfect Key West getaway.
Walid, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean, beds were very comfortable, air conditioner worked Great, ample hot water for nice walk in shower in the queen double bedroom.. Would stay again..Staff was nice and helpful about Key West for this first timer..
Dawn, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This place is under construction, but the room was very clean, the bed and sheets were comfortable. I would stay here again.
Stephen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Don’t let the outside deter you from staying! Room super clean and recently renovated. Awesome location and safe neighborhood!
Deb, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Everything was great except lack of hot water. Really great location.
David, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was very clean and updated. Short walk to Duval Street. We had a main floor suite and could hear the 2nd floor people walking around. Was better 2nd night.
Douglas, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

There is no pool its under construction. Outside looks a little run down but our room looked updated and clean. free parking but not many other amenities. Not to far of a walk from the southern most point but if your looking for most of the main party bars on duval its in the opposite end, far walk. Not a bad property for the price.
Paul, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location Room was clean and staff was helpful. It would have been nice to know the "hotel under renovation actually said Pool on site not available" It was close enough to walk to ocean which made it nice
BRENDA, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was small but clean. Nice large updated bathroom. Staff was nice.
Connie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

What a little gem this was. We decided to head to Key West for a day trip with our kids and needed a place to land for the night. This place was perfect. Close to everything, Hader was amazing at check in, kind and thoughtful. The room was Beautiful! They are renovating, so theres some evidence of that on property, but we stayed in a newly renovated room and were very happy. Thank you. Parking was also easy and free. We would definitely recommend and will be back.
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Great location Clean bed and bath Outside was not impressive - dirty and under construction. All in all, great for sleeping but not for hanging out
Scott, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was all remodeled and clean. Check in very fast.
Shannon, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Check in was great and friendly. Walking distance to the beach. Air conditioning froze out my husband. Hotel was under construction but still very clean and kept. Would definitely stay again.
Kerri, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Mattress need to be updated, new shades and could hear a lot of outside noise. Other than that it was okay! Very kind people who work the hotel!
Michael, 1-night trip