Sea Jay Motel and Marina

Hotels
8.8 (1214 reviews)
11240 1 St Street E. , Treasure Island , US
+1 (727) 367-9600
[email protected]

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
BBQ facilities
Fishing
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Very clean rooms (multiple mentions)
Excellent pool and well-kept grounds
Great location — close to John's Pass / short walk to the beach
Friendly, attentive staff and helpful GM
Good value / inexpensive
Retro charm and comfortable rooms
Excellent on-site coffee
Quiet and relaxing atmosphere
Cons:
Cockroach/pest issue reported in a kitchenette (led to shortened stay)
Noisy air conditioning in some rooms
Pool hours considered too early by some guests
Smoking area near cars/road
Small bathroom for larger guests
Bed frame sliding on floor; faucets dated in some rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.6
Generally reported as very clean across many reviews, but a severe cockroach incident in one kitchenette led to an early departure and lowered the overall cleanliness perception.
Service
9.6
Staff repeatedly praised: 'staff are amazing', front desk described as professional and courteous, and GM David highlighted for attentive, helpful service.
Location
9.2
Multiple mentions of being close to John's Pass, a short walk to the beach, centrally located yet quiet — consistently strong location sentiment.
Room Quality
8
Rooms described as clean, comfortable with powerful showers and cold AC, but some issues noted: tiny bathroom for larger guests, noisy AC in at least one room, sliding bed frame, and dated faucets.
Amenities
8.6
Pool repeatedly praised as excellent and well-kept; good on-site coffee noted. Some kitchenette-related pest problems reported for certain rooms, tempering the score.
Value for Money
9.2
Described as basic and inexpensive with great value by several reviewers; many felt the price-quality balance was very favorable.
Food and Beverage
8.8
Limited mentions beyond excellent coffee; no major F&B complaints or offerings detailed, so rated at the overall target with note of good coffee.
Overall Experience
9.4
Majority of reviewers describe relaxing, perfect stays and intent to return; a single severe pest incident lowered some experiences but overall sentiment is very positive.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-10-15 03:47

Property Description

Retro-style rooms with modern amenities on the bay side of Treasure Island, with a private marina, outdoor pool and shuffleboard, and the Gulf of Mexico just steps away. Sea Jay Motel and Marina offers a refreshing outdoor swimming pool and exciting water sports facilities, perfect for guests looking to make a splash and soak up the sun during their stay. Relax in well-equipped rooms featuring a coffee machine, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning.

Important information:

Please be advised, if you are staying during the dates of August 5 - August 7, 2024, our pool will be closed for maintenance. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed. Cots are not available.

  • Age restriction

    Guests must be at least 21 years old to check in.

  • Parking

    Free parking is available on site.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available and is free of charge.

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1214 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.6
Service: 9.6
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 9.2
Food and Beverage: 8.8
Overall Experience: 9.4
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Thomas • couple • de
8
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Dennis • couple • us
10
Had a wonderful time at Treasure Island. The motel was clean, comfortable and convenient
Pros:

Great location. Waffle House on the next block, beach directly across the beach. Restaurants and shopping areas within walking distances stance. Swimming pool was nicest ever. General manager David was friendly professional and helpful.

Cons:

Can’t think of anything negative about this motel

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Dan • couple • us
10
Pros:

Basic, inexpensive and VERY CLEAN. Loved it!

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Very clean rooms, well kept grounds and pool, centrally located but off the main road, great value, very quiet.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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david • solo_traveller • us
8
A nice Sea stay
Pros:

Loved the room, clean nice cold AC and huge fridge

Cons:

Bathroom tiny for bigger people

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Cory • couple • us
10
I will be back.
Pros:

Very quaint and centrally located in proximity to beach. Very relaxing.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Jamiee • couple • us
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Jenna • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Love how close it is to John’s pass! Also the little park down the street is a plus for the kids!

Cons:

You have to smoke by the cars & the road.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Eliznyc77 • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Katie • extended_group • gb
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • solo_traveller • gb
9
Second stay at this great little beach motel
Pros:

Stayed here before back in Feb. Lovely spot over looking the intercoastal waterway and not far to the beach. Great pool. Clean rooms with a retro vibe. Good facilities, including excellent coffee. Powerful shower. Felt very welcomed and right at home.

Cons:

Nothing at all

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Joseph • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Aiste • couple • us
10
Just perfect
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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SISAL • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Brian • solo_traveller • us
10
Escapé
Pros:

Everything was amazing 😍. David the GM is a great guy, very helpful and pays fine attention to every single detail.

Cons:

Nothing to complain about

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Love the location and people there are great.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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trudy • couple • us
10
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
9
Very nice place!
Pros:

Very retro , beautiful grounds

Cons:

The bed frame would slide on the floor . I pushed it back several times. It kept moving. But the bed was comfortable . Bathroom faucets needed updating.

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Ham Rosario • couple • us
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Switzer • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee