On the waterfront, Sea Jay Motel & Marina offers a sun-kissed retreat with an outdoor pool and marina. Enjoy rowing or canoeing, fishing, or hiking and biking in the area. With free WiFi and bike rentals available, this motel near John's Pass Village & Boardwalk is perfect for adventurous travelers who appreciate helpful staff.
St. Petersburg Municipal Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
Hubbards Marina - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Sunset Beach - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
Upham Beach - 11 min drive - 5.9 km
Getting around
St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 24 min drive
Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 35 min drive
St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 36 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 43 min drive
Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 52 min drive
Restaurants
Sloppy Joe's On The Beach - 11 min walk
Ricky T's - 9 min walk
The Floridian Cuban Sandwiches - 11 min walk
Circle K - 12 min walk
Foxy's Cafe - 9 min walk
About this property
Sea Jay Motel & Marina
Sea Jay Motel & Marina features a marina and puts you just a 5-minute drive from John's Pass Village & Boardwalk. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, along with onsite hiking/biking trails and rowing/canoeing. Fellow travelers love the pool and helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
19 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (9:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Children's games
Pool gate
Fence around the pool
What to do
Hiking/biking trails
Canoeing
Motor boating
Fishing
Beach nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Services
Free bicycle rentals
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Picnic area
An outdoor pool
Marina
Dock
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Walkway to water
Room amenities
Be entertained
55-inch Smart TV
Premium digital channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Travel crib
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Microwave
Free bottled water
Dining table
Paper towels
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Cleaning supplies
Fees & policies
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Sea Jay Motel
Sea Jay Motel & Marina Motel
Sea Jay Motel & Marina Treasure Island
Sea Jay Motel & Marina Motel Treasure Island
Frequently asked questions
Does Sea Jay Motel & Marina offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sea Jay Motel & Marina does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Sea Jay Motel & Marina?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Sea Jay Motel & Marina?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Sea Jay Motel & Marina?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sea Jay Motel & Marina?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Sea Jay Motel & Marina?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Gulfport Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Sea Jay Motel & Marina and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like rowing, fishing, and cycling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the motel's other amenities, which include a picnic area.
What's the area around Sea Jay Motel & Marina like?
Sea Jay Motel & Marina is in Isle of Palms, a short 6-minute walk from St. Petersburg Municipal Beach. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
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Reviews
Sea Jay Motel & Marina Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Amenities
9.6
Staff & service
9.0
Eco-friendliness
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
The pool was a highlight, being kid-friendly, heated, and sparkling clean, with amenities like pool toys and beach chairs available for guests. (70 reviews)
The beach is within walking distance, making it a perfect location for a beach vacation. (59 reviews)
Parking was convenient, easily accessible, and included with the stay. (7 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2025
Clean rooms, attentive staff, what's not to like!
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2025
Clean, friendly, if you like Treasure Island
John
John, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 27, 2025
Staff was very helpful!
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2025
Staff was very flexible with a late arrival. Room was as described- two comfortable beds, kitchen with everything we needed, and clean. All staff were very friendly and welcoming. Pool was awesome. And walking to many places. Would for sure stay again!
marjorie
marjorie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2025
Great place to stay
The staff was great very helpful. Great location
Paggie
Paggie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2025
Lovely place
Nice place to stay. Clean, friendly staff, nice pool, very clean and warm. AC a little noisy.
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7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2025
Will visit again
We enjoyed the roo, kitchen, and easy walking friendly location.
We had a very comfortable stay. The rooms are large and very clean. The mid century modern decor really gave that old Florida feel.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Amazing trip and wonderful hospitality of staff
Brenda
Brenda, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2025
We had a wonderful vacation, good location to beach, trolley bus and excellent restaurant called Middle grounds - room was clean and cool, very comfortable everything we needed - will definitely be back next year !
Mark
Mark, 10-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 18, 2025
Old style hotel kept up very nice
Deborah
Deborah, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2025
Doesn’t look like much, but great rooms, fully equipped. Great pool, and walk to the beach. We found our new spot on Treasure Island
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2025
Great location to everything we needed. Bed was not as comfortable but the service from the staff was top notch! They treat you like locals!
Emily
Emily, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Clean, comfortable and very nice staff.
Ted
Ted, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
Excellent motel. True Florida vibe
DERRICK
DERRICK, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2025
Amazing
Amazing!!
The service was friendly. The room was clean and have everything that we need. Very closed to beach, restaurants and grocery!
100% recommended
Vanessa
Vanessa, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2025
This is a very good catch - the location is close to the sea and everything is clean and nice!
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2025
Beautiful stay at Sea Jay!
Jamie
Jamie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
Classic 1950s style hotel. Was very clean and staff was excellent. Would stay again.
Caleb
Caleb, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
Great spot
Beautiful pool & grounds
Kim michele
Kim michele, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 30, 2025
Had a great visit. Loved our time there but the curtains don’t block out any sun so wide awake at 7 am every morning
KJ
KJ, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 30, 2025
I love the vintage aesthetic. The outside area is so cute and the whole place has such chill beach vibes. Perfect for a beach vacation
Autumn
Autumn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
Enjoyed my stay there room was clean. Property was very nice.