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Gulf Beach Resort Motel

930 Ben Franklin Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236
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Gulf Beach Resort Motel
Ranked #17 of 46 hotels in Sarasota
4.0 of 5 stars 29 Reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012
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We live out east in Sarasota and a couple of times a year we run away from home, get a nice little condo at Gulf Beach Motel and pretend we are on vacation. People come from all over the world to enjoy our beaches so why shouldn't we? This is one of the few beachfront condos you can rent by-the-day,... More

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GulfBeachMotel, Manager at Gulf Beach Resort Motel, responded to this review
26 April 2012

Thank you so much for your kind words about Gulf Beach Resort Motel. We always enjoy it when our local residents can take the time to come out and enjoy our beautiful beaches. I hope you will continue to visit with us and we look forward to continuing to be your home away from home....if only for a few days... More

grand rapids, mi
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012
4
people found this review helpful

The Gulf Beach Resort Motel is a throwback to the old days of Florida vacations, the times when the interstate highway system was just coming into being. Knowing that, you would expect this place to be showing some age and it does. However, by and large, the place had held up well and is obviously a well cared-for property. Understand... More

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GulfBeachMotel, Manager at Gulf Beach Resort Motel, responded to this review
26 April 2012

Thank you so much for your very informative description of your stay at Gulf Beach Resort Motel. We do consider ourselves to be unique and make every effort to make everyone's stay as comfortable as possible. We appreciate any input you might have to improve our service and accommodations. I am happy that you enjoyed your stay and hope that... More

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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012 via mobile

We spent the week here and was happy with everything. You will not find a better place for the price on the beach. We have stayed at others along Lido Beach, nice places as well, with a price. The staff is great!! The rooms are very nice but don't expect the Ritz. We will stay here again!

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GulfBeachMotel, Manager at Gulf Beach Resort Motel, responded to this review
26 April 2012

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Gulf Beach Resort Motel. It is important to us that you enjoyed your stay and we try to extend every courtesy possible to each and every guest. We look forward to having you return to visit with us again! More

Traverse City MI
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012

Not only small, but dated (and not in a quaint way). The mattress felt like it was stuffed with wadded up towels. The "kitchen" was so grungy we didn't want to touch anything..... Didn't use the shower for the same reason. The units are smoke free, but the grounds are not, so when the woman next door (ie, two feet... More

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GulfBeachMotel, Manager at Gulf Beach Resort Motel, responded to this review
26 April 2012

I am sorry that our rooms did not meet your expectations and standards. More

Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

This is a charming, quaint and old-fashioned motel in a great location. It is small and right on the ocean with great views. There is a very nice heated pool overlooking the ocean. The staff and service crew were excellent and very friendly. The rooms were small and just so-so, but it is very much worth it because of the... More

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GulfBeachMotel, Manager at Gulf Beach Resort Motel, responded to this review
29 March 2012

Thank you for taking the time to share your comments and experience at Gulf Beach Resort. Many guests return to Gulf Beach year after year because we are a smaller more intimate facility. Our size tends to lend itself to a more friendly and laid back atmosphere. I'm happy to hear you enjoyed our pool and beach and were able... More

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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2012 via mobile

Stayed for 4 nights, the room was dated but comfortable. Clean bedding, linens, kitchen and bathroom. However the tile floor throughout the room needed a good scrubbing. The best part was the location. Footsteps from your door is an amazing white sand clear water private beach! Nice pool & friendly and attentive staff. We will be back!

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GulfBeachMotel, Manager at Gulf Beach Resort Motel, responded to this review
29 March 2012

Thank you for taking the time to share your comments about Gulf Beach Resort. I am glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and plan to return to visit with us. I appreciate your input about the tile floor and we will tend to improving its condition. Some of the tile that we used several years ago unfortunately was... More

Breezy Point, Minnesota, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2012

Our family of 3 stayed in Studio Apt. 208 for a full week. This unit is absolutely beautiful! It has all the amenities you need including a kitchen, which we made good use of our entire vacation. Very much enjoyed the screened porch as well especially at night while our daugter slept. This place is so very quaint and has... More

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GulfBeachMotel, General Manager at Gulf Beach Resort Motel, responded to this review
20 March 2012

Thank you so much for your kind comments about Gulf Beach Resort Motel. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay and our beautiful beach. Most of our units have private screened porches which make it perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or our beautiful quiet evenings. We look forward to having you return to stay with us again! More

Ankeny, Iowa
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2012
2
people found this review helpful

We stayed here for two weeks in unit 206B. It had two beds (queen and twin), flat screen TV, DVD player and 25 movies to choose from, refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker. It was very cutely decorated. We enjoyed the screened porch for visiting and eating. The motel is right on Lido Beach and walking the beach and watching the... More

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GulfBeachMotel, General Manager at Gulf Beach Resort Motel, responded to this review
6 March 2012

Thank you so much for sharing your kind comments about Gulf Beach Resort. Most of our units do have the private screened porches that so many of our guests enjoy. Our private beach is just steps from any unit in our buildings and is a favorite gathering place for guests to enjoy our beautiful sunsets. We hope you'll return to... More

Edinburgh
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2012 via mobile

This is a wee gem of a find! A traditional all American motel with different styled rooms so check out the website for a description. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. Ok it's not five star, but it doesn't make out to be. If you want a great location with a clean tidy place to sleep then this is... More

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GulfBeachMotel, General Manager at Gulf Beach Resort Motel, responded to this review
6 March 2012

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience at Gulf Beach Resort. Our own private beach is definitely one of the best places to experience a breathtaking Sarasota sunset. I am so glad you enjoyed your stay with us and we look forward to having you stay with us again! More

Naperville, Illinois
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012

This is my sixth time here. Rooms are comfortable, with kitchens. SEperate owners so each is different. 50 ft to the Gulf. The place is well maintaained. The staff is excellent, everyone is there to help and make your stay nicer!!!

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GulfBeachMotel, Manager at Gulf Beach Resort Motel, responded to this review
2 February 2012

Thank you so much for your kind comments about Gulf Beach. We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and continue to return to vacation with us. We strive to make each guest's time with us as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. We look forward seeing you on your next visit! More

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930 Ben Franklin Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236
Price range (per night):* S$106 - 221

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