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HOTEL STYLE
Family
Charming
Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Pool
Beach
BBQ facilities
Non-smoking hotel
Self-serve laundry
Outdoor pool
Outdoor furniture
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Room features
Air conditioning
Private beach
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Kitchenware
Complimentary toiletries
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
Location
4141 Gulf of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key, FL 34228-2605
Stayed 2 nights here in unit 42, and it was the highlight of my trip to Florida. I don't see how anyone can give this place a negative review. It was the perfect beachside apartment style room with everything I needed to enjoy a relaxing stay. The patio out back was perfect, and it led right to the gorgeous white sand beach! They even offer free chairs for the beach. Just be courteous and bring them back where you got them (most hotels charge extra for beach chairs). The staff was really friendly and even called me back quickly when I lost one of the hotel keys. She was also nice enough not to charge me for the missing key even though I was fully prepared to pay for a replacement. Thanks so much for an amazing stay, and I will definitely be back again!
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Max and Lisa Bettis, General Manager at Sea Club 1
Responded May 12, 2023
Thank You so much for taking the time to place a review for Sea Club 1. We greatly appreciate your kind words and hope you come back soon.
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Sea Club 1 is very convenient, located on the Gulf of Mexico, LBK is quiet , beach is pristine…close to St Armands & Anna Maria Island. Office staff is quick to reply if there’s an issue. The pool is large and clean. Unit 40 is updated and the bed is comfortable, unit 42 wasn’t very updated nor comfortable, the slider door is very dirty & old. This is a beautiful spot , hope owners & management update the units and facilities.
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Date of stay: July 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded Jul 18, 2021
Thank you so much for taking the time to review Sea Club 1. Helpful feedback such as this helps us to keep on top of things and address all concerns best we can. Please come see us again.
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So, I have to say I was worried when I found a negative review and my SIL suggested this place. My worries were unfounded. This place is sweet, quaint, and worth a return. Not the Hilton, but very “old Florida”. Our unit had beach decor, terra cotta floors, paneled walls painted white, a small kitchenette, and a small bathroom with old 50’s pink and green tile. I wouldn’t change it. You walk out to the swimming pool, a grill, and the beach within steps. The main office has books and movies you can check out. I don’t think housekeeping comes unless you ask. If what I described sounds great, you’ll love this place as much as I do.
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip:Only one parking spot per unit.
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Response from Max and Lisa Bettis, General Manager at Sea Club 1
Responded May 12, 2022
Thank You for taking the time to review Sea Club I. We greatly appreciate the feedback. We hope you hurry back to stay with us again soon.
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Not for anyone younger than 70 and outdated! We arrived at 12:30 am due to a late flight, pulled into the motel - my husband steps out of the car to an elderly lady screaming at him "you cant park there ...you hear me" what unit are you staying in and then her husband comes out screaming at us. All are retired folks that have been staying there for years and they let you know that you are not welcomed. We couldn't enjoy the pool because they have assigned seats and give you dirty looks (I was asked by a lady why we chose to stay there...smh). They line the beach at sunset together - man says looking at my husband obviously the newbies don't respect their elders and think they can sit anywhere. They don't provide toilet paper, beach towels or clean your room - you need to take out your own trash and bring your dirty towels to the office for new ones. Office staff is friendly but not aware of how the frequents treat people. It was our Anniversary and we made the best of it. Will never stay again!!!
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Date of stay: March 2020
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Room Tip:Not for anyone under 70 years of age
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What I wish I knew: Unit 46 - Vintage/Nostalgic means old. This unit needs a major update. The mattress is very hard, peeling wallpaper border, very dirty and worn carpet. Kitchen utensils mismatched and old (4 spoons). The efficiency units are closets to the highway and the road noise is loud. Bathroom is tiny. The property itself is very well kept. The pool area and parking lots are free of trash. I did not visit the laundry room. Check in was easy. It is convenient to Publix and St. Armands Circle. We would not stay here again. (married couple 60+ world travelers)
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Date of stay: April 2024
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Max and Lisa Bettis, General Manager at Sea Club 1
Responded May 2, 2024
Thank You for your review of Sea Club I. We will share your feedback with the owner. So glad you enjoyed the property and experienced easy check in. We have 24 individually owned units and a on site management team. How wonderful that you are word travelers. I am sure you have seen many lovely properties.
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From the moment Lisa called us about checking in process, it couldn’t have been smoother. She is kind and professional and gave excellent instructions. We absolutely love studio #48. These apartment like accommodations have absolutely everything you would need for your stay, including all kitchen necessities. The balcony doors are a great added touch. The views are amazing. The sunsets are some of the best we’ve ever seen. The gas barbecue grills and umbrellas with picnic tables are great for cooking onsite, especially during a pandemic. The beach is private and literally 25 steps away. This is a gem of a place and I actually don’t want the word to get out because I plan on returning many times. Bring your bathing suit, food, adult libations, flip flops and enjoy.
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Date of stay: October 2020Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from , General Manager at Sea Club 1
Responded Jul 18, 2021
Thank You so much for your review. We are so glad you enjoyed our little piece of heaven. We look forward to having you back again soon.
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We stayed 2 weeks in #30 and had a lovely time. The cottage faces the gulf and its like having your own private beach house with unobstructed views. The place was very quiet and restful. A special callout and thank you to Lisa for retrieving my grill pan and mailing it back to me - very much appreciated!
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Date of stay: July 2021
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Response from , General Manager at Sea Club 1
Responded Jul 18, 2021
Thank you so much for taking the time to review Sea Club I. We greatly appreciate your time and Feedback. Happy to help with the grill pan :) - Hurry back to see us again soon!!!!
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My wife and I sadly left today ! What a great property to stay at. Firstly I will just state the few negative things to be balanced. The front units parallel to gulf of Mexico drive get a little road noise. Not a terrible amount thankfully. The units that are stacked you can sometimes hear the people above. Again not a huge concern. Just be aware of the potential. Now for the great things ! This place has access to a stretch of beautiful beach, just steps from your room. There is an outside heated pool ! While it was a little chilly for our liking. A few people were enjoying the pool during our stay . There is a few gas grills on site to use if you desire. My favorite part of the property is classic feel. It's not a mega resort . Did I mention the awesome beach? I would definitely recommend staying here.
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Max and Lisa Bettis, General Manager at Sea Club 1
Responded Dec 11, 2023
Thank You so very much for such an awesome review of Sea Club I. We appreciate the time you took to offer such thoughtful and helpful information. Hope you come stay with us again. Warm Regards
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We found this hidden jewel when we were planning a last minute trip. Great location, CLEAN, great proximity to pools, beach, grills- and bonus- beach chairs included! We’ve already booked our next trip. Lisa and Max were very helpful, answered all of our questions and made us feel very welcome and comfortable!!!
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Date of stay: March 2021Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from , General Manager at Sea Club 1
Responded Jul 18, 2021
Thank You so much for taking the time to review Sea Club 1. We greatly appreciate the feed back. So glad you found us. Come back again soon!!!
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My wife and I were looking forward to an opportunity of having an efficiency apartment type setting where we could relax and enjoy ourselves. This 1950 hotel comes with all the cockroaches you want and then some. We arrived late and checked in. We woke when the roaches were crawling on us!
This place should be raised and replaced. Can't beilieve the health department allows this to be open.
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Date of stay: February 2021
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Room Tip:The entire place is infested with cockroaches. Don't stay here unless you are ok sleeping and...
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Response from , General Manager at Sea Club 1
Responded Mar 7, 2021
Hello Michael, Thank You for your review. Thank You for your call and text messages and Thank You for calling the Health Department. As the manager here, I was also concerned and disappointed in the fact that you found bug in your unit. I immediately called our exterminator who came the next day. He provided a large amount of educational information on the nature of having a property on the beach. Apparently your suggestion of raising and replacing our property would do absolutely no good. As for the Health Department, a very kind and thorough gentleman came a took a comprehensive evaluation of our property. Please know that we are in complete compliance, all of our records are current and I am happy to report that we had NO violations. Again , Thank You for your concern.
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Hello and Thank You for considering Sea Club 1. We do NOT supply beach towels. Please be sure to bring your own or you can purchase one here for 12.00 per towel.
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I did a lot of biking up and down Longboat Key. Sarasota has a nice museum, and I highly recommend Maria Selby Botanical Gardens, with banyan trees, lots of beautiful areas with different plants, orchids, etc. Sarasota itself has lots of great restaurants. St. Armands Circle, just over the bridge from Longboat Key, has restaurants and shops.
We still have some 2 bedroom/one bedroom and studios available. Check our website - put in dates and availability will come up. Or phone 941-383-2431 for further information.
There are more places to choose from in the Longboat Key area.
PRICE RANGE
$268 - $309 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
United StatesFloridaLongboat Key
NUMBER OF ROOMS
6
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