The Smart Stay Inn

2.5 star property

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Outdoor spa tub
Gym
Lobby sitting area
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

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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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(243 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(149 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Smart Stay Inn

Along with an outdoor pool, this motel has a 24-hour fitness centre and a hot tub. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk and express check-out are on-site.
The Smart Stay Inn offers 102 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

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

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they enjoy the free breakfast at The Smart Stay Inn. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of St. Augustine Premium Outlets. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and an outdoor pool are available.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a vending machine
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the pool and the helpful staff
  • Just a 1-minute drive from St. Augustine Premium Outlets and 10 minutes from St. George Street
  • Pets welcome for a fee
The Smart Stay Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness centre. 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.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and at the weekend from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool umbrellas

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 (84 centimetre high)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

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
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 lb 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 cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

The Smart Stay Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1175 out of 2104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 560 out of 2104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 197 out of 2104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 86 out of 2104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 2104 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the property was great. It feels safe and is affordable.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great bed and bedding.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Luisana

Excelentes y muy amables , muy limpio
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean; the breakfast was very good. The staff was courteous.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eileen M

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

DELPHINE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
THE ROOM WAS CLEAN BUT IT WAS SOMTHING THAT WAS MISS THE NAPKIN WAS NOT FILL OTHER THEN THAT IT WAS GREAT
THE KIDS HAD FUN IN THE HOT TUB ALSO POOL
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

guylaine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Le personnel impeccable, la propreté aussi, mais la chambre avait besoin d’amour. La peinture devrait être refaite.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable. Enjoyed included coffee and breakfast .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Ayleen

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Jaime

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

John

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Room was clean and comfortable. Looked like more extended stay customers. Missed breakfast by 15min. thought 9:30 ended at 9:00 No info. in room.. Asked for 2 yogurts to go. And was told NO! Service has ended. Not very courteous. We will never use Smart Stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

dolledon

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean bedrooms, good breakfast and the staff are super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Katherine

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff and good breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Carrollton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Price was excellent. Great location for access to shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless, Karlene at front desk was super helpful, good choices at breakfast, close to I-95. No negatives from my point of view.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

cynthia

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Milagros

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and well maintained. The only issue we had was that i asked not to have housekeeping come in the room, and they came in anywsy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of better rooms we have had. The two ladies working when checked in were absolutely phenomenal. The breakfast was very good as well
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Christy in reception was very friendly and helpful. The beds were comfortable and the room clean. Hot breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The rooms were a bit small and outdated, but the hotel had a lot to offer for the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026