The Smart Stay Inn

2.5 star property

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Front of property
Exterior detail
Interior entrance
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

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2365 FL-16, St. Augustine, FL, 32084
  • St. Augustine Premium Outlets
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • St. George Street
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • World Golf Village
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About this property

The Smart Stay Inn

Motel in St. Augustine with free breakfast and 24-hour fitness centre
Along with an outdoor pool, this motel has a 24-hour fitness centre and Access to 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 Access to 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 value of their stay and the helpful staff
  • 10 minutes by car from St. George Street and 10 minutes from Flagler College
  • Pets welcome for a fee
The Smart Stay Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool, Access to 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Family friendly

  • Free 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • 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 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.

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. 931 out of 1711 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 470 out of 1711 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 161 out of 1711 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1711 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 83 out of 1711 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

2/10 Terrible

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Business traveller
It is a typical along the highway motel. Better than many.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

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

Great weekend stay

I was very pleased with checking in as it was quick and we were able to be in our room earlier than allowed. This allowed us to freshen up after a long ride. The room was clean and the bed comfortable. The one lamp shade needs to be replaced but that's minor. They have a playground for small children and pool looked clean. There's also a dog park which i thought was great for folks traveling with dogs. The breakfast was hot and good. There were scrambled eggs, fried eggs, sausage links, waffles to make, bread, cereal, yogurt, oatmeal, milk, juice. Nice selection. We booked tickets to the downtown trolley which provided shuttle service which was great. The shower didn't have a lot of pressure but it was fine. Overall we had a great stay and I highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

ELENA, Duncan

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean, pet friendly. It’s on I-95 best for stopover to sleep and just around 15 mins. to St. Augustine Downtown & Beaches. The only thing I didn’t like was, the room above me on the 2nd floor was noisy, good thing I was very tired of a long drive and I was still able to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Frig in room wasn't cold. Noticed a stain on bed sheet on the side.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christie Bond

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property needs updated
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc, Fuquay Varina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful, check in was quick. Rooms are clean and well appointed. Very comfortable for the price. Only draw back was the noise from the freeway but that wasn’t too bad. Will definitely stay again when I’m in town. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Whitney

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Pretty decent!!

Booked a stay for Valentine's weekend to visit Historical Downtown for a motorcycle trip. Arrived later in evening and attendant was very friendly. Its right off the highway so theres a bit of noise, but thats to be expected. The room was around the back side and more private. Upon entry, it was reasonable. Nothing fancy. Sheets clean, towels clean. Bathroom floor had shoe prints on it in front of shower, likely from cleaning and was overlooked. Overall, devent stay. Bed was comfortable, lots of pillows. AC was great for our preferred cold sleeps. O ly about 15 min to downtown. Walked to gas station and tropical smoothie and coffee shop. Worth the money!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly & rooms very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

AARON

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value. Ford Garage restaurant nearby was worth the trip.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

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

See you next year

Our 4th or 5th stay here on our way to Daytona. Always a great spot. No complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Laurel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Rafael

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A very old hotel which would be ok if it was clean. My bedroom was very dirt, the floor was dirty and sticky.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found it convenient having the Starbucks and Tropical Smoothie so close! Everyone was nice and the breakfast was good too!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We were driving back home from Canada and wanted something quick, clean and a decent rate. The place was pretty clean but you can tell it’s an older hotel with basic “handyman” fixes around the place. There is a highway across the hotel so if you’re on the side it can be noisy. Great that it’s SO dog friendly. The courtyard with the pool, children’s play set and dog park make it awesome for families travelling. Laundry facilities were clean. Breakfast was good. Gym was so small but we used the weights and mats for a quick morning workout before hitting the road.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

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

Good Stay when you’re on your way

Interstate is so close it’s a little loud but besides an ac that made the occasional noise it was great. Now the road construction in front of the hotel is awful and they had the southbound ramp closed during my stay which made for a 15 min detour
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024