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Southwind Motel

1321 Simonton Street, Key West, FL 33040
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Southwind Motel
Ranked #84 of 99 Key West B&B and Inns
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Shawnee, Oklahoma
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 20, 2012

This is an older hotel that is extremely clean and comfortable. The first year we went to Key West we stayed at the CASA but soon realized for the price you are just not in your room enough to justify such an expense. The next year we found Southwinds. It's a older hotel but EXTREMELY clean and comfortable. We like... More

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Key Largo, Florida
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6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed November 6, 2012

The Southwind Motel is an older property but well maintained and extremely clean. Located on Simonton one block off Duval, on the ocean end of Duval in Old Town. Room had two double beds, a mini fridge and recently remodeled bathroom.

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Wesley Chapel, Florida
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed August 10, 2012

We spent 3 nights at the Southwind. It started off very sour as there was a sign on the door with a "be right back". After a while of waiting we called the after-hours line posted on the front wall. The lady was NOT happy that we did that b/c it costs them. Well we asked the all-important question-why don't... More

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Oaklyn, New Jersey
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed August 7, 2012

I stayed here twice this summer. The rooms are simple, definitely no frills. Definitely not a place for those who like to be in their room the whole time. However, for those who like to go out and do things all day and just come back to a clean air conditioned room, this is perfect. Beds are a little rough... More

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Palm Harbor, Florida, United States
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 25, 2012

When my husband and I decide on a spur of the moment weekend trip to Key West we have found that the Southwind Motel fits the bill. It is economical, and within walking distance to all of the Old Town attractions. Each time we have stayed there the rooms have always been clean and tidy, and the staff is always... More

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Fort Myers, Florida
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4 hotel reviews
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed June 12, 2012

Great location, very close to the southern most point, and about a 20 minute walk to the bars on Duval. Small rooms, VERY uncomfortable beds and pillows. Didn't get very good sleep. The rooms were an awkward layout, it seems like it was a larger room at some point and they put a wall up to make it into 2... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 31, 2012 via mobile

My girlfriend and I found Southwinds the last time we came down in late January and decided to try for Memorial Day. Even for the holiday weekend, it was reasonably priced compared to the other hotels and motels on the island and the location to Duval Street is hard to beat. It is a bit of a walk to the... More

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Kettering, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012

We were worried about finding a cheap motel in key west particularly as its a memorial day but came across this little gem at 89 dollars per night. Sure, it's old and basic, but it's at the heart of key west near too duval street and Bob the receptionist was lovely and helpfully. Pool was great and was very warm.... More

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Highlands
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

We pre-booked Southwinds because of the difficulty in finding rooms in Key West at the last minute, even out of high season; and we were influenced by price in this expensive town. So we were not surprised to find that the motel presented a well-used appearance: bits of our room verged on the dilapidated. However, everything was clean and working:... More

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East Lansing, Michigan
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed February 17, 2012

Do not stay here...we paid inflated holiday prices only be be attacked by bed bugs and experience the most horrible night of our lives! Our room looked clean and simple and the motel nicely located, little did we know what lurked behind- it literally ruined our trip! Worse yet, the front desk manager (who looked and acted like a drug... More

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Also Known As:
Southwind Hotel Key West
Southwind Hotel
Address: 1321 Simonton Street, Key West, FL 33040
Region: United States > Florida > Florida Keys > Key West
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Ranked #84 of 99 B&Bs / Inns in Key West
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