SEASIDE AMELIA INN - AMELIA ISLAND, Fernandina Beach

The hotel sits directly on the beach, sharing beach access with the adjacent Terraces property. Historic downtown Fernandina Beach is 3 km away, a 5-minute drive with shopping and dining. Amelia Island State Park is a 10-minute drive, and the Amelia Trail is a 5-minute walk. Palmetto Walk Shopping Village is 3 km away. The nearest major airport is Jacksonville International Airport. No hotel shuttle is available, so a car or taxi is needed for trips further than the immediate beach area. The city's historic district is a 40-minute walk along the beach.

Room types include standard queen rooms, suites with living areas and sofa beds, and ocean-view studios and suites. Bed configurations range from one king bed in select rooms to queen beds with full-size pull-out sofas in suites. Room sizes are compact, especially for more than two guests or when a sofa bed is in use. Some rooms feature balconies-ocean-view rooms with balconies cost approximately $20 more per night. North-side balcony rooms are noted as being better furnished. All rooms include a 27-inch flat-screen TV, cable channels, microwave, refrigerator, and coffee maker. Some suites include two televisions. Partial ocean-view rooms often overlook the parking lot. Rooms facing the side parking lot can be very windy and noisy. Noise from adjacent rooms, hallways, and rooftop mechanical systems may affect sleep quality.

Breakfast is included in the room rate and features a rotating menu with options like scrambled eggs, bacon or sausage, grits, toast, fresh fruit, cereal, juice, and a waffle station. Gluten-free options and fresh fruit are available. The hotel does not have a restaurant or bar, but there is a snack bar on site and a minimarket. The adjacent Sandbar Restaurant and other beachfront dining are within easy walking distance. Breakfast service is provided by dedicated staff who are attentive during serving hours.

The outdoor swimming pool is small-described as roughly 1.2 m deep-surrounded by sun loungers and umbrellas. The pool area is located in a courtyard and does not have direct ocean views. A rooftop sundeck offers a panoramic view of the ocean and is a good spot for watching sunrises and sunsets. Beach access is shared with the adjacent property. On-site activities include beach walking, shell and fossil hunting. Bicycle rental and fishing are available for an additional charge. Golf courses are within 3 km. The hotel does not have a spa.

Wi-Fi is free in all areas. Covered parking is available on site for $15 per day, with no reservation needed. The parking garage has a 7'1" clearance and narrow spaces, and overflow parking is available. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk, private check-in/out, and daily housekeeping upon request. A business centre and shared lounge/TV area are available. Elevators serve all floors. Handicap-accessible rooms are available on the second and third floors facing the pool. The property features a minimarket, outdoor showers, and a designated smoking area. Pets are allowed only in ground-floor suites with a $100 non-refundable fee; no cats. Accepted payment methods: American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard.