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Sun Life Beach Hotel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, near Englewood Beach

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Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave | Terrace/patio
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Flat-screen TV
Point of interest
Reception
Sun Life Beach Hotel combines beachy atmosphere with contemporary comfort. Guests can relax in the garden, cool off in the outdoor pool, or use the barbecue facilities for casual meals. The hotel provides free self parking and WiFi for convenience during the stay.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Double Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Double Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Traditional Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
1225 S. McCall Rd., Englewood, FL, 34223

What's nearby

  • Lemon Bay - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Englewood Beach - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Caspersen Beach - 26 min drive - 16.3 miles
  • Boca Grande Beach - 26 min drive - 18.4 miles
  • Venice Beach - 27 min drive - 15.9 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Howies Pizza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sand Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪APlus at Sunoco - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Sun Life Beach Hotel

Motel near Englewood Beach
Located close to Englewood Recreation Center and Stump Pass Beach State Park, Sun Life Beach Hotel provides a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free premises, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Separate sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Reception

Lemon Bay Motel

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, 38 reviews
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Property 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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Property is also known as

Sun Life Beach Hotel Englewood
Sun Life Beach Hotel
Sun Life Beach Englewood
Sun Life Beach
Sun Life Beach Hotel Motel
Sun Life Beach Hotel Englewood
Sun Life Beach Hotel Motel Englewood

Frequently asked questions

Does Sun Life Beach Hotel have a pool?

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

Is Sun Life Beach Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Sun Life Beach Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sun Life Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Sun Life Beach Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Sun Life Beach Hotel located?

Located in Englewood Central, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Englewood Recreation Center, Englewood Beach, and Stump Pass Beach State Park. Blind Pass Beach and Boca Grande Beach are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Reviews

Sun Life Beach Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

10

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 282 out of 348 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 348 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 348 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 348 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 348 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Great place to stay. Very accommodating and friendly. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Facility is old but clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ana was wonderful! We loved it there. Will be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little spot! Very clean and quiet and Ana was so helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susannah

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very wonderful staff. Nicely appointed kitchenette. We will be staying there again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the owners were very nice and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean hotel. Friendly helpful owners. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I personally enjoy the old motel/hotel experience. More character than a chain hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and owner was very attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old Florida motel charm. Very close to the beaches and bars
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

JoEllen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was quaint with a great location. The amazing customer service will keep us coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service from Ana was exceptional. I would highly recommend this place, mostly due to Ana. She went above and beyond abd made our stay lovely!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward B.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ana at the front desk was super nice. Very helpful and informative .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would highly recommend staying here, the owners are awesome, and my room was spotless! We had a wonderful time, and we will stay here again. Everything about this vacation and stay was perfect! The owners go out of their way to make sure you are happy it was a wonderful experience!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent clean comfortable hotel! We loved the Owners so friendly on site and so helpful!! The fact they work and live there made it so much nicer to see!! It’s a hidden gem!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Spotless and nicely decorated! Nice heated pool! Ana was very nice and thought of everything we needed. Suggested places to visit and good places to eat! Would love to visit again!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful host! We were loaned beach umbrella and chairs the prior guests left behind, which made a huge difference going to the beach and avoiding sunburn. Short drive to the excellent Englewood public beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent. Blew expectations out of the water. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Highly Recommend

Very comfortable, many conveniences. Ana went out her way to make sure we had everything we needed for the stay and during the storm.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin

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

Wonderful Get-away

The owner was very pleasant and accommodating. Easy check in. Pool was right outside our room. Room was more like a studio apt w small couch and dinette table. Comfortable bed. Full size fridge. 1.5 miles from beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very busy road
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Liked: Staff & service
Very old motel but owners try to take care of the rooms. Nice folks. Price was right. Water in Englewood not too tasty though.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome! The owner was so accommodating and available. So helpful. Offered lots of recommendations. It reminded me of a motel from the past. Superior service, clean, quaint I would go back again and again, and would definitely recommend it to all my friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

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