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Island Sun Inn: Traveler Reviews

625 So. Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34285
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Island Sun Inn
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Englewood, Florida, United States
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Inexpensive and convenient with heated pool”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 24, 2013

We blocked off 11 rooms at a special discount rate, but I think they said the minimum for the discount was only 8 rooms. We had family come in town for my wedding (See Kelly Austin's review). This hotel is being renovated, so more of the refreshed rooms will be available soon. The rooms and bathrooms are on the small side, but they're pretty decent and the courtyard had us sold. The rooms make a big rectangle around it and there is a nice sized heated pool. One door to the room opens to the parking lot. The other is a French door to the courtyard. The hotel is also attached to Blu Bistro, which has indoor and outdoor seating and friendly staff. It was great to have everyone at the same location and that staff were very friendly. Thank you, Island Sun Inn!

Room Tip: Try to get one of the newly renovated rooms, if you can, and book in advance.
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  • Stayed February 2013, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Plant City, Florida
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Very helpful”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2013

My daughter's wedding was in Venice, and we had a lot of family coming from out of town. The motel allowed me to block off 11 rooms, at a special rate. The kids were able to enjoy the heated pool, and it was very convenient to have us all together in the same place. It is an older property, the rooms are outdated, but the courtyard is wonderful. I'd give it a higher review if coffee was more easily available. The office didn't open until 9:00AM, and the restaurant didn't open until 7:30. For those of us who were up by 6:00, this was an inconvenience. Having the refrigerator and microwave was nice, but a small coffeepot would have been even better. Bring your own!

Room Tip: This is a one story motel. There are some rooms that have been remodeled. Ask if one is available...
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  • Stayed February 2013, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Venice, Florida
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
“'Tired' interior ; but wonderful pool & roomy interior...”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 23, 2012

asst mgrs are wonderful; cleaning is B+ rating. Pool wonderful & washer/dryer onsite much
appreciated. Price in December surprisingly affordable. Attached bistro nice & always busy w/ local patrons. LorieRT and N1TP reviews very accurate & well written.

Room Tip: choose Island Sun Inn over its sister inn because of the staff.
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Naples, Florida
Top Contributor
65 reviews 65 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
“Real Value, Friendly Staff & Great Location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 13, 2012

Older 1-story motel but over-all a REAL bargain. Much lower room rates than most other Venice area motels, particularly those adjacent to the beaches.

Great location; only 7/10th mile South of (Historic) Venice Avenue. 1.9 miles from from Beach. Short walk to Venice Regional Medical Hospital.

Exceptionally quiet after dusk.

Our room was very clean. The staff exceedingly friendly and helpful. Rooms have back door access to very large (lushly landscaped) courtyard and large - crystal clear - pool.

The wonderful "Blu Island Bistro" restaurant is on the premises = wonderful breakfasts. We ate breakfast there 5 mornings. Probably wonderful also for lunch and dinner, but we decided to try other Venice restaurants that were "new" to us.

All rooms have small refrigerator and microwave. Cable TV has over 100 channels. Guest laundry on the premises. One bedroom suites with full kitchen are available.

(941) 488-4417.

Booking online is available at: www.IslandBreezeInn.com

  • Stayed August 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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August 23, 2012
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate the kind words about the changes we have made to the property thus far. We have nearly completed our...
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Ellenton, Florida, United States
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Old building, but courtyard Charming”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012

When we pulled up, I asked my husband if he wanted to cancel our reservation. The outside is run down and scary looking! Inside smelled good and was charming. No hair dryer, but the pool area was clean and the pool itself was cleaner than some big name hotel chains we've stayed at. It's a cute place inside but for the $70, I'd rather stay at a different hotel.

Room Tip: The rooms closer to the office and pool feel "safer" then the ones in the back.
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  • Stayed May 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
Island Sun Hotel
Island Sun Hotel Venice
The Veranda Hotel
Veranda Hotel Venice
Island Sun Inn Venice, Florida
Address: 625 So. Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34285
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Region: United States > Florida > Venice
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Beach Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Swimming Pool
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#3 On the Beach Hotels in Venice
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