SOUTHERN WIND INN, St. Augustine

The location is the property's strongest asset - you can walk to nearly all of St. Augustine's main attractions, including Flagler College, the Treasury on the Plaza (less than 10 minutes), and the waterfront. Numerous restaurants are within 0.5 km, such as Collage Restaurant, Ann O'Malley's, and The Floridian. The beach is a 10-15 minute drive from the historic area. Parking is provided for one vehicle per room either behind the Inn or across the street, though larger vehicles may find the lot tight. The property also offers a parking pass for a lot across the street.

Accommodations include the Honeymoon Room (with a 2-person spa bath and private entrance), the Crystal Room (Asian carpets, seating for a third person), the Fern Room (bay window, pedestal bathtub), the Rosita Room (hardwood floor, standard bath and shower), and the Veranda Room (private veranda, DVD player). All rooms have parquet floors, bathrobes, free toiletries, and heating. However, condition varies greatly - many reports indicate worn furnishings, mold in bathrooms, cracked tubs, broken fixtures, and a lack of cleanliness. Some rooms are small with limited storage and no windows. Beds range from comfortable to very hard. Inspect the room upon arrival to confirm it meets expectations.

The property does not operate a restaurant. Breakfast, if offered, may be a simple continental selection (coffee, pastries, fruit) or sometimes a hot breakfast, but recent stays have reported no breakfast at all. The dining area with a Keurig coffee machine may be locked outside of short advertised hours. Fortunately, the location places you steps from dozens of eateries, including Collage Restaurant, Taberna del Caballo, Ann O'Malley's, and The Floridian, all within a 5-minute walk.

Wellness facilities are limited to a sun terrace and outdoor seating. The beach is a 10-15 minute drive away. Boating is available in the surroundings. The property's historic district location provides easy access to walking tours, museums, and nightly entertainment along St. George Street. No on-site leisure activities are offered.

Wi-Fi is free but reported as spotty and unreliable. Parking for one vehicle per room is included and located behind the Inn or across the street; trailers or larger vehicles cannot be accommodated overnight. Daily housekeeping is listed but often not done. Express check-in/out and private check-in/out are provided, though no staff is on-site after 5 PM. Safety features include CCTV, key access, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers. Payment is taken via American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard with a $50 deposit at booking (refundable up to 7 days). Extra charges have been reported - confirm final billing. No pets, no airport shuttle, no laundry service.