The Smart Stay Inn

2.5 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this St. Augustine motel

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Smart Stay Inn

Exterior detail
Interior entrance
Outdoor spa tub
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

View in a map
2365 FL-16, St. Augustine, FL, 32084
  • St. Augustine Premium Outlets
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Flagler College
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • St. George Street
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(194 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(114 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 244 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

You may also like

About the neighborhood

St. Augustine

Near the airport.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of St. Augustine Premium Outlets and 2 miles (3 km) of Adventure Landing with a stay here. Royal St. Augustine Golf and Country Club and Old Florida Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • St. Augustine Premium Outlets - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • World Golf Village - 8 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Flagler College - 12 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • St. George Street - 12 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 14 min drive - 8.9 miles

Getting around

  • Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Smart Stay Inn

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this St. Augustine motel
The Smart Stay Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is served daily. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly The Smart Stay Inn. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this St. Augustine motel.

  • 102 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Smart Stay Inn offers 102 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This St. Augustine motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (33 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10 PM.

Property is also known as

The Smart Stay Inn Motel
St. Augustine Star
The Smart Stay Inn St. Augustine
The Smart Stay Inn Motel St. Augustine

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Smart Stay Inn to the airport?

The Smart Stay Inn is 8.7 mi (12-min drive) away from the St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Smart Stay Inn?

As of Sep 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Smart Stay Inn on Sep 14, 2025 start from $69.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Smart Stay Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Smart Stay Inn.

How close is The Smart Stay Inn to the beach?

This motel is 11.5 mi (17-min drive) from St. Augustine Beach and 9.3 mi (14-min drive) from Vilano Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Smart Stay Inn offer free breakfast?

The Smart Stay Inn offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Smart Stay Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Smart Stay Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Smart Stay Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Smart Stay Inn have a pool?

The Smart Stay Inn features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 10 PM.

Does The Smart Stay Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Smart Stay Inn to downtown St. Augustine?

The Smart Stay Inn is 6 mi away from St. Augustine.

The Smart Stay Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 970 out of 1777 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 488 out of 1777 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 165 out of 1777 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1777 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 87 out of 1777 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the nicest hotels I’ve ever stayed at
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Annandale

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

elizabeth

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Smell on entering room awful, smelled of smoke! and marajauna! Sheets didn’t fit bed , children running around late into the evening! In general a very unpleasant 2 day stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisette

Traveled with family

It’s ok

The first morning we went for breakfast the warmers had been off and the food was ice and the front desk lady made light of it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice stay enjoyed the hot tub and pool
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was just over night but everything was good they put us on the inside Court yard so we didn't hear 95 near by it was great! Also had a hot breakfast which was nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always friendly staff. Decent breakfast included eggs, waffles.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place with pool and hot tub semi quiet
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Erick

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty room, I left it one day before my departure date and did not ask for the money for the extra day. And they charged me the deposit and they do not even know how to explain why.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very easy to book with and excellent prices.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Just a good place to lay your head older but didnt smell.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donella

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Employees polite clean rooms price was right
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendliest staff ever! Room was clean and spacious! I would rate 10 stars if possible!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is a little older but renovated and clean. Check in was quick and easy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean stay for the price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was comfortable and decent breakfast options.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Last minute booking so you kind of get what you pay for but so glad I stumbled across this property, staff was friendly and helpful. Will stay again if ever in that area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family and small children
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Clean and affordable

Our room is clean and they offer breakfast which is great. Also, enjoyed the pool.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashlee

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Ok hotel, could have been cleaner
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a great stay at Smart Stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025