Sand Castle Motel
Daytona Beach Shores
29.14782900,
-80.96729100
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3619 S Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach Shores
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Summary of reviewsThe Sand Castle Motel offers a charming and picturesque seaside escape, with its prime location being a standout feature among guests. The motel is ideally situated on the oceanfront, granting easy access to the sandy shores and close proximity to attractions like Ponce Inlet and New Smyrna Beach. Guests appreciate the tranquil ambiance, away from bustling tourist spots, enhanced by the convenience of nearby amenities such as Publix and a gas station. The well-maintained pool, though temporarily inaccessible due to storm damage, is noted for its ocean views and cleanliness.
Accommodations at the motel blend nostalgia with comfort, featuring spacious rooms with balconies and ocean views. Many rooms come equipped with kitchens and modernized bathrooms, offering convenience despite some dated appeal and occasional maintenance issues. The staff are frequently commended for their exceptional friendliness and helpfulness, with individuals like Caroline and Tiffany receiving special recognition for their attentive service, which greatly enhances the guest experience.
Beach access remains a major draw, providing seamless entry to the beautiful coastline. The serene setting contributes to a restful experience, ideal for those wishing to indulge in fishing or enjoy the nearby pier. Parking is generally convenient, though the limited space can pose challenges during high occupancy periods. While bed comfort is mixed, with some finding mattresses uncomfortable and noisy, many guests nonetheless appreciate the cleanliness and comfort offered by the accommodations.
Overall, the Sand Castle Motel provides a memorable beachside retreat, with its prime location, charming atmosphere, and attentive staff making it a favored choice despite some minor drawbacks in terms of cleanliness and maintenance.
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Accommodations at the motel blend nostalgia with comfort, featuring spacious rooms with balconies and ocean views. Many rooms come equipped with kitchens and modernized bathrooms, offering convenience despite some dated appeal and occasional maintenance issues. The staff are frequently commended for their exceptional friendliness and helpfulness, with individuals like Caroline and Tiffany receiving special recognition for their attentive service, which greatly enhances the guest experience.
Beach access remains a major draw, providing seamless entry to the beautiful coastline. The serene setting contributes to a restful experience, ideal for those wishing to indulge in fishing or enjoy the nearby pier. Parking is generally convenient, though the limited space can pose challenges during high occupancy periods. While bed comfort is mixed, with some finding mattresses uncomfortable and noisy, many guests nonetheless appreciate the cleanliness and comfort offered by the accommodations.
Overall, the Sand Castle Motel provides a memorable beachside retreat, with its prime location, charming atmosphere, and attentive staff making it a favored choice despite some minor drawbacks in terms of cleanliness and maintenance.
Beachfront Motel
This motel offers a basic beachfront accommodation. It provides direct beach access and affordable rates. It's a budget-friendly option for travelers looking to be close to the beach.
Motel with Free Wi-Fi
This motel offers free Wi-Fi access for added convenience. It is located oceanfront.
Cheap Motel
This motel offers budget-friendly accommodations in Daytona Beach Shores. It provides a simple and affordable option for travelers looking for a place to stay near the beach.
Motel with Outdoor Pool
This beachfront motel features a large oceanfront heated pool and a spacious sun deck overlooking the beach.
Motel near The Beach
Motel with Swimming Pool
Outdoor Pool
Motel with Parking
Guest Reviews
Sand Castle Motel is an ideal choice for travelers looking for a picturesque seaside getaway, with its prime location being a recurring highlight among guest reviews. Perched directly on the oceanfront, the motel provides unparalleled beach access, allowing guests to step out of their rooms and onto the sandy shores with ease. Its proximity to attractions such as Ponce Inlet and New Smyrna Beach adds further convenience for those looking to explore the area. The motel manages to maintain a tranquil ambiance, away from the bustling tourist spots, ensuring a peaceful stay for its guests. Additionally, it is well-situated near essential amenities like Publix and a gas station, adding to the convenience. With a clean and inviting pool, helpful and accommodating staff, and a comforting atmosphere, guests frequently express satisfaction with the overall experience, making it an attractive option for a seaside holiday.
The Sand Castle Motel presents a blend of charm and nostalgia, offering rooms with balconies and ocean views that captivate guests with their scenic beauty. Many rooms are clean and spacious, featuring kitchens that cater to guests' needs, even if they might lack some utensils. The spacious layouts are well appreciated, with several rooms being updated and remodeled, boasting modernized bathrooms and showers.
Beds generally provide comfort, although some reviews suggest mixed experiences with the mattresses, highlighting the king beds as particularly comfortable. Guests enjoy the effects of recent renovations in some areas, appreciating the clean and nicely modernized bathrooms alongside fully functional appliances, including full-sized refrigerators and stoves in certain rooms.
Despite its aged appearance, the motel remains comfortable and clean, with staff receiving commendations for their kindness and hospitality. With improvements in progress, the property holds promise as a potential gem on the coastline. Guests can unwind on the patio, equipped with lounge chairs and tables, adding a touch of convenience to the beachside experience. Yet, amidst the praises, there are mentions of rooms being dated or in need of more thorough cleanliness and updating efforts.
The beds at Sand Castle Motel evoke mixed experiences among guests, with a recurring emphasis on comfort amidst some criticism. Many visitors noted that the beds were comfortable, with some highlighting the inclusion of just-right pillows that enhanced their stay. King-sized beds received praise for their comfort, and the overall cleanliness of the beds was appreciated by several guests. However, there were notable concerns, with some guests finding the beds to be quite uncomfortable due to caved-in mattresses and outdated springs. Complaints were also made about the noise of the beds on old metal box stands, disrupting sleep when moving around. There's a consensus that the mattresses need updating, as a few guests described them as hard or worn out. Despite these mixed reviews, the comfort and cleanliness aspects were appreciated by those who found the beds agreeable.
The Sand Castle Motel seems to offer a mixed experience when it comes to cleanliness and maintenance, according to guest reviews. Many visitors praise the property for its retro feel paired with all the modern amenities expected at a newer hotel. Its prime location with direct access to the beach is a highlight and provides a pleasant stay with comfortable beds and well-maintained grounds.
However, cleanliness is a recurring issue reported by several guests, with specific mentions of dirty floors, stained towels, and uncleaned kitchen areas. While some guests found their rooms to be clean upon arrival, others experienced maintenance issues, such as broken fixtures and inadequate hot water pressure. The communal areas of the motel show signs of wear and tear, suggesting it might be in need of some refurbishment.
The interiors of the rooms have been noted as quite clean, and units are well-equipped with kitchen utensils, which adds convenience for guests wanting to cook. Despite these positives, the presence of pests, like roaches, has been cited, which detracts from the overall cleanliness experience.
Overall, while the location and amenities of Sand Castle Motel receive positive remarks, the inconsistent cleanliness standards and maintenance issues indicate that some areas could benefit from improvement to enhance guest satisfaction.
At the Sand Castle Motel, guests consistently praise the staff for their exceptional friendliness and accommodating nature. Guests frequently mention the staff as being pleasant, nice, and helpful, with individuals like Caroline and Tiffany receiving special recognition for their attentiveness and support. The front desk personnel, including a particularly awesome receptionist and an extremely helpful owner, contribute to a seamless check-in and check-out experience. The management team, Shamus and Bonnie, are commended for their hospitality. Overall, the staff at the Sand Castle Motel stand out for their approachability and dedication, enhancing guests' experiences with their warm interactions and readiness to meet any request.
Sand Castle Motel offers a picturesque pool area with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean, providing guests with a unique swimming experience. The pool is notably well-kept, clean, and features a heated deep end that delighted young swimmers. Despite its inviting atmosphere, the pool and beach access have unfortunately been rendered unusable due to damage from Hurricane Ian. This has been clearly communicated by the establishment, even though some guests have noted that booking websites need to update their information to reflect this. The friendly staff adds to the positive experience, maintaining a clean environment and contributing to the overall enjoyment of the facilities available. Although the pool and direct beach access are currently non-functional, the appeal of the location and the dedication to service continue to shine at Sand Castle Motel.
Nestled directly along the Atlantic Ocean, the Sand Castle Motel offers guests an enviable beachfront location, making it incredibly convenient to access the nearby sandy shores. This hotel doesn't just provide accommodation; it ensures a seamless beach experience with ocean views that guests can enjoy right from the property. The hotel's prime setting allows visitors to walk out onto the beach swiftly, adding an extra layer of relaxation to their stay.
Despite some minor obstacles due to nearby storm damage, beach access remains available, with alternative paths ensuring no interruption to enjoying the coastline. The serene surroundings and absence of nightly disturbances contribute to a peaceful and restful experience, complemented by a comforting atmosphere and pristine amenities.
The location proves ideal for those eager to indulge in fishing or simply enjoy the pier located behind the hotel. With an easy walk to the sands and the beauty of the ocean just a glance away, guests find themselves in a truly picturesque coastal retreat.
When visiting the Sand Castle Motel, guests appreciate the convenience of having parking included with their stay, and many are pleased with the presence of secure parking options. The ability to park right in front of the room door offers added convenience for guests. However, the parking arrangements can be a point of concern, especially during high occupancy periods. The small parking lot can become tight and scarcity of spaces is sometimes an issue, with parking limited to just one car per unit. At peak times, or if arriving late, guests may find themselves needing to park off-site or in less conventional spots, like the shuffleboard area or even on sidewalks. Despite these challenges, the availability of free parking is valued by many.
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Rooms
Beds generally provide comfort, although some reviews suggest mixed experiences with the mattresses, highlighting the king beds as particularly comfortable. Guests enjoy the effects of recent renovations in some areas, appreciating the clean and nicely modernized bathrooms alongside fully functional appliances, including full-sized refrigerators and stoves in certain rooms.
Despite its aged appearance, the motel remains comfortable and clean, with staff receiving commendations for their kindness and hospitality. With improvements in progress, the property holds promise as a potential gem on the coastline. Guests can unwind on the patio, equipped with lounge chairs and tables, adding a touch of convenience to the beachside experience. Yet, amidst the praises, there are mentions of rooms being dated or in need of more thorough cleanliness and updating efforts.
Beds
Cleanliness
However, cleanliness is a recurring issue reported by several guests, with specific mentions of dirty floors, stained towels, and uncleaned kitchen areas. While some guests found their rooms to be clean upon arrival, others experienced maintenance issues, such as broken fixtures and inadequate hot water pressure. The communal areas of the motel show signs of wear and tear, suggesting it might be in need of some refurbishment.
The interiors of the rooms have been noted as quite clean, and units are well-equipped with kitchen utensils, which adds convenience for guests wanting to cook. Despite these positives, the presence of pests, like roaches, has been cited, which detracts from the overall cleanliness experience.
Overall, while the location and amenities of Sand Castle Motel receive positive remarks, the inconsistent cleanliness standards and maintenance issues indicate that some areas could benefit from improvement to enhance guest satisfaction.
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Beach
Despite some minor obstacles due to nearby storm damage, beach access remains available, with alternative paths ensuring no interruption to enjoying the coastline. The serene surroundings and absence of nightly disturbances contribute to a peaceful and restful experience, complemented by a comforting atmosphere and pristine amenities.
The location proves ideal for those eager to indulge in fishing or simply enjoy the pier located behind the hotel. With an easy walk to the sands and the beauty of the ocean just a glance away, guests find themselves in a truly picturesque coastal retreat.
Parking
Yes, Sand Castle Motel has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Sand Castle Motel.
No, Sand Castle Motel doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Sand Castle Motel.
No, Sand Castle Motel doesn't have a gym.
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