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The Smart Stay Inn

Property class: 2.5
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this St. Augustine motel

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A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by lounge chairs and a pool.
A restaurant interior with tables and chairs, a large wall with multilingual welcome signs, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.
A kitchen counter with a refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, and various food items.
A building with a sign reading "Lobby" and a "Smart Stay Inn" mat at the entrance.
A hotel room with two beds, a painting on the wall, a lamp, and a wooden floor.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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2365 FL-16, St. Augustine, FL, 32084
  • Place, St. Augustine Premium Outlets
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Adventure Landing
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Augustine Aquarium
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a painting on the wall, a lamp, and a wooden floor.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(260 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, a painting on the wall, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(167 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

A hotel room with two beds, a painting on the wall, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • 244 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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. Also, St. Augustine Aquarium is within 2 miles (3 km) and Royal St. Augustine Golf and Country Club is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • St. Augustine Premium Outlets - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Adventure Landing - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • St. Augustine Aquarium - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • St. George Street - 11 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • St. Augustine Beach - 19 min drive - 14.0 miles

Getting around

  • Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 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.

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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 on-site 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Smart Stay Inn on Sep 6, 2026 start from $94, including 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. 1227 out of 2184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 576 out of 2184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 205 out of 2184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 2184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 92 out of 2184 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean rooms!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abrion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff were helpful and friendly, breakfast was just meh, hot tub was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was in good condition, staff very nice and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little place out of town. Close by to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gregg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, great shower and bathroom setup.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and good pool
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

We've stayed many times and love to Come. Great affordable place to stay on our travels.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice and the staff was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For what I paid was a wonderful stay. Beds comfortable rooms clean. Very nice hot tub. Will stay again when in area
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, sure nice staff. Pretty good breakfast for a motel breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Location is perfect. Hotel is clean and quiet. They have a full hot breakfast every morning. Staff members are all awesome. I highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great, the service and the cleaning
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel rooms are very clean and quiet. Lobby area is pleasant. Every member of the staff is friendly and welcoming. Hot breakfast, freshly made, daily.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub was great. Breakfast was hot and fresh with real eggs. Room was clean and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was ok, hot tub was great
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean. Hotel is quiet. Beds are comfortable. Staff is excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. Convenient to restaurants, service stations and highways.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maria Fatima

Yes food was good and fresh ! Place was very clean and hot tub great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice, also clean. Staff were kind and helpful. Pool, hot tub were maintained well, and the playground was a nice feature for kids. The price was incredible for the amenities!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a nice stay and the staff is so welcoming!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

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