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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
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Private

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

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

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Basic Apartment | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Basic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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 Florida Keys Beaches and Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park. 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

  • Beach and Pier at Sunset, Florida, USA
    Florida Keys Beaches
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Duval Street
    Duval Street
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • South Beach
    South Beach
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory
    Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Southernmost Point
    Southernmost Point
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

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
  • Salute! On The Beach
    8 min walk
  • Cuban Coffee Queen (Duval)
    9 min walk
  • Rum Bar at the Speakeasy Inn
    10 min walk

About this property

Seashell Motel

Hostel near Florida Keys Beaches
Close to South Beach and Southernmost Point, Seashell Motel has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a vending machine, and multilingual staff
  • Concierge services, barbecue grills, and luggage storage
  • 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
  • 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.

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.

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 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

7.2

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 451 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking great, a/c great, good location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes it was very clean.parking was accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and nice bathroom. Easy walk to lots of restaurants and Duval. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great location in key west top of Duval st motel is no frills but clean and comfortable bed one thing bad was no ice machine at the motel also they were in the process of putting in a small pool
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room amazingly clean and renovated. Property it’s under renovation but it is total worth staying there. Beautiful room and amazing staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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..
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This place is under construction, but the room was very clean, the bed and sheets were comfortable. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Don’t let the outside deter you from staying! Room super clean and recently renovated. Awesome location and safe neighborhood!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

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

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Everything was new and nice! Big shower! Very nice people at the check-in. Parking right outside my room. Not far from Duval Street, 20-25 minute walk to Mallory square 10 minute walk to the beach. I enjoyed my stay. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was beautifully done, clean and welcoming. The shower was fabulous! We were in a private spot in the back so it was something of a trek to the car. It was nice to have a quiet outside table & chairs. Once the renovations are done, it should be a really great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

MaryBeth

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Way too expensive for room. Very small and view was pool being built. Construction noise all day. No amenities.$450 a night was ridiculous. Would not recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The location is great and room was updated and clean. Hotel is VERY much under construction, so there will be saw noise throughout the day.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and big. There were a living room and kitchen. It was very nice and clean. The staff is also great. I accidently forgot my earnings, they called and inform me and had it at the front desk for me when I went to pick it up. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

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