Villa 1565

Hotels
Independent
7.8 (7087 reviews)
137 San Marco Ave, St. Augustine, Florida, 32084 , St. Augustine , US

Facilities

Free breakfast
Proposal/romance packages available
Express check-out
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Garden
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Designated smoking area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Accommodating staff
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Outdated rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
5.75
Multiple reviews indicate poor cleanliness, including dirty windows and infestations.
Service
10
Staff were noted as accommodating and helpful despite issues.
Location
10
Many reviews highlight the convenient location near the historic center.
Room Quality
7.72
Comments suggest rooms are outdated and lacking in basic comforts.
Amenities
6.76
Limited and basic amenities with mentions of poor breakfast options.
Value for Money
6.71
Noted as overpriced for the quality of services and accommodations provided.
Food and Beverage
6.74
Breakfast received negative feedback for being very basic.
Overall Experience
8.7
General dissatisfaction with cleanliness and room quality, despite good location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 18:53

Property Description

Relaxation and Convenience
Enjoy the outdoor pool, garden view, and complimentary wireless internet access. Add to the convenience with concierge services, picnic area, and area shuttle for nearby attractions.

Comfort and Style
Stay in one of the 77 guestrooms with premium bedding, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries. Make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves for added comfort during your stay.

Events and Meetings
Host your event in the 947 square feet of space available at the hotel, including conference space and a meeting room. Benefit from amenities such as express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.

Book your stay at Villa 1565 for a centrally located retreat in St. Augustine!

Important information:

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: JAX

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 7087 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.75
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 7.72
Amenities: 6.76
Value for Money: 6.71
Food and Beverage: 6.74
Overall Experience: 8.7
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Gloria Pomponi solo_traveller de
5
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Star couple us
9
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Jason solo_traveller us
8
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Marybeth L solo_traveller us
9
Loved it. Want to come back
Pros:

Loved the location, staff, cleanliness and look, the Spanish style and trees, close to the Ponce de Leon fountain of youth park and shrine of Our Lady of La Leche. Good coffee shops and handmade item shop and restaurants, walkable to Fort and Old Town, even at night

Cons:

Nothing, made potatoes for breakfast

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth couple us
8
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

The pool and the location

Cons:

Tight parking

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Mohamed solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Stephen solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

The room was overall great.

Cons:

The chair had alot of spots on it. The water pressure was low.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Evelin Röllig solo_traveller de
5
Für 1 Nacht aushaltbar.
Cons:

Atmosphäre im Raum sehr muffig. Es roch nach Schimmel. Klimaanlage sehr laut.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Mark couple us
2
Disappointed wedding anniversary trip
Pros:

Location and free parkimg

Cons:

Loud guests next door all night. Dirty room and deceiving photos online. Courtyard full of vagrants.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
M
Michael couple us
9
Great location and very good breakfast
Pros:

Good breakfast

Cons:

Location and breakfast

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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sabrina extended_group us
10
It was clean and in a beautiful location
Pros:

Beautiful

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Shane couple us
9
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Erica family_with_children us
1
Pros:

The breakfast was the only thing that was ok

Cons:

Rooms were disgusting, pool was nasty & very hot. Not one part of the place looks anything like the pictures. Will never be back

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Michael couple us
3
Glad we barely used the room and spent most of our time exploring.
Pros:

Wasn't much of an option.

Cons:

Room was not swept as we found clumps of hair all throughout the room. Refrigerator was barely cold. Shower head needs replaced and had to ask for fresh towels.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Alexia family_with_children fr
10
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Magdalena family_with_children us
7
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Claudia Carrieri solo_traveller us
7
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Vicki solo_traveller us
10
Tennessee couple vt rt
Pros:

Close to attractions loved the beds the cold air conditioner it worked great the big oak tree was beautiful a lot of good restaurants near by also your room was very clean

Cons:

Didn't have enough time to go to more attractions but we had fun anyway

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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MARIA MERCEDES extended_group us
8
Para una noche está bien!
Pros:

La ubicación

Cons:

Pensé que se parecía más a las fotos de la página de reservación

2026-07-19 via Nuitee