On the beach, white sand

Reviews of Sea Club I Beach Resort

3 out of 5
Sea Club I Beach Resort
4141 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, FL

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 276 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 276 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 276 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 276 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 276 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

WAYNE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Other than parking issues due to renovations on parking lot, we had a perfect visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 27 Apr 2024
Thank You for staying with us and your understanding during our paver project. We appreciate you and hope you come back soon.

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 15 Feb 2024
Thank You for taking the time to rate Sea Club I. We appreciate you and hope you return soon.

4/10 Poor

Larry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Skip and move on to next property
The lady at the desk was lovely. The facility is old and it shows it. Paint is peeling off the cabinets, the porcelain on the sink is starting to rust and deteriorate, the door was broken and couldn't lock properly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 10 Dec 2023
Thank You for taking the time to place a review. We will repair that door lock immediately and notify that unit owner of the sink and cabinets.

10/10 Excellent

John, Lakeland

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The scale and personality of the place reminds me of the simpler, less developed Longboat Key of my 1960's childhood. The unit and the grounds are pleasant, comfortable, and well-maintained. Beautiful, open view of the gulf, which feels like it is right outside your door.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 30 Nov 2023
Thank You for taking the time to place a review for Sea Club I. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and the property. Please come stay with us again soon.

8/10 Good

Samantha

Great quick beach getaway
The cozy cottage is perfect for a quick beach getaway…ask for the units that are not part of the main ‘motel’ building…our unit met our needs but if you’re under the stairs you’ll hear neighbors arriving and departing. Everything you need is in the unit…it’s very homey and old time Florida appeal…
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 13 Nov 2023
We so greatly appreciate your time and the review for Sea Club I. Thank You for choosing us and we hope you return again soon!!

10/10 Excellent

Scott Orville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great laid back resort. A hidden gem. Will be back for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 9 Nov 2023
Thank You so much for your review of Sea Club I. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you return soon!!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Wonderful beach getaway place
Wonderful and absolutely everything we wanted and needed out of a beach getaway. Adorable beach bungalow was just breathtaking. Super clean. Super friendly. Super quaint. Super all the feels. We will definitely go back for more of Sea Club I.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 3 Nov 2023
YAY!!! We are so happy you loved Sea Club I. Thank you for such a sweet and thoughtful review. Please hurry back.

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 1 Nov 2023
Thank You for taking the time to place a review for Sea Club I. We appreciate your feedback and hope you can return again soon!!!

10/10 Excellent

wioleta

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 23 Oct 2023
Thank You very much for taking the time to rate and review Sea Club I. We appreciate the feedback and hope you can return soon.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 19 Oct 2023
Thank you for taking the time to rate Sea Club I. We appreciate your feedback and hope you can return soon!!

8/10 Good

karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy lovely beach houses on the Gulf. We really enjoyed the location as we were able to put our paddle boards in the Bay on the other side of the Key.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 14 Oct 2023
Thank You for taking the time to place a review for Sea Club I. I am happy you enjoyed your stay. Please come back anytime!

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 13 Oct 2023
Thank You so much for rating Sea Club I Beach Resort.We appreciate your feedback!!

10/10 Excellent

Pamela J

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is exactly what we were looking for. Right on the beach and quiet. Old Florida so not a highrise but updated and perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 12 Oct 2023
Thank You taking the time to review Sea Club I. We appreciate your feedback and hope you can visit us again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 4 Oct 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to place a review for Sea Club I. We appreciate your consideration and happy you chose to us. Hurry Back!!

8/10 Good

Lori

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
It was a great location next to the beach. The property was very old, but comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 15 Sept 2023
Thank You for taking the time to place a review for Sea Club I.

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 16 Sept 2023
Thank You so much for taking the time to rate Sea Club I. We greatly appreciate your thoughtfulness.

6/10 Okay

Garland

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 11 Sept 2023
Thank You for taking the time to place this rating for Sea Club I.

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 31 Aug 2023
Thank You so very much for taking the time to review Sea Club I. We appreciate the feedback.

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I did resort work for my career. I have inspected thousands of hotel rooms. The cleanliness was impeccable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 7 Aug 2023
Thank You so very much for taking the time to review Sea Club 1. We appreciate your feedback. Coming from an experienced associate in the field we are especially pleased. Looking forward to your return stay.

10/10 Excellent

Elissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 7 Aug 2023
Thank You for your review of Sea Club 1. We appreciate the feedback.

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a magical beach getaway! Beach trips often offer a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. the the soothing sound of waves, warm sun, and the refreshing ocean breeze added to the enchanting experience. The property is in a perfect location just steps from the beach, the room was super clean and had everything we needed. Lisa is the sweetest, she gave us all the information we needed and check in and out was a breeze. Zero stress… I didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 23 Jul 2023
YAY!!! We are so glad you had a great time here at Sea Club 1. Greatly appreciate the extra effort you put into the review. Please come stay with us again soon. Thank You!!

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn, Carlisle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the day of checkin we received a courtesy call from the property and because we would be arriving late it was decided they would unlock the unit and leave the keys inside with the office contact information and we were to stop in the office the next day to take care of registering. Such a simple gesture but meant a lot, it was nice just going to the unit. it is a smaller complex which is great, beach wasn't crowd, lots of room, not piled together. Publix just a few miles a way to get breakfast and lunch items. Not a lot of eating choices super close, needed to drive about 15 minutes to Armound Beach or Bradenton. Unit was not fancy but had everything we needed. I would recommend this property if you are looking to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 10 Jul 2023
Thank You for such a thoughtful and kind review of Sea Club1. We appreciate the feedback. Please come relax with us again soon.

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 30 Jul 2023
Thank You for taking the time to place this rating for Sea Club 1.

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beach, wonderful staff!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 7 Jul 2023
Thank You so much for taking the time to place this review for Sea Club 1. We appreciate the feedback.Please hurry back to stay with us again soon

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 22 Jun 2023
Thank You for your review of Sea Club 1. We appreciate the feedback.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Family Vacation
Manger Lisa was delightful and really went above and beyond. We will definitely be returning again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 19 Jun 2023
Thank You so much for taking the time to place this review. We greatly appreciate the feedback.

10/10 Excellent

Blaise

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 6 Jul 2023
Thank You so much for taking the time to review Sea Club 1 Beach Resort. We appreciate the feedback and hope you return soon!!

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was just right for what we needed. It was clean and had everything that we needed. We had a view overlooking the pool with a partial view of the ocean. The beach was a short walk and the property offered its guests beach loungers.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 12 Jun 2023
Thank You so much for taking the time to place this review for Sea Club 1. We appreciate the feedback and look forward to seeing you again soon!!

10/10 Excellent

Annaley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Office staff is extremely friendly and very helpful. Room was clean and cozy. I have went here for years and will continue to.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 8 Jun 2023
Thank You Thank You so very much for taking the time to place this review. We appreciate the feedback.

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Time on the beach.
Quite relaxing and friendly people. Enjoyed the stay. Thanks Jack. P.S. I’ll be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 27 May 2023
Thank You so much for taking the time to place a review for Sea Club 1. We appreciate the feedback and hope you hurry back :)

8/10 Good

Joe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Old Florida, but Nice
Our stay at the hotel was very relaxing, convenient to places, on the beach, and had chairs for the beach. The people were very nice and helpful. We stayed in a second floor studio. The view was absolutely beautiful. Looking at the pool and beach. The only thing they could improve on is updating the place. It could use some nice things. Wires were hanging Down in the view from the balcony. I would still recommend it to anyone, just know it's old Florida. 👍
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 26 May 2023
Thank you for taking the time to place such a thoughtful review. Please know that we are in the process of updating. You will love the changes and hope you come see us again to see the wonderful improvements happening here at Sea Club 1

8/10 Good

Donald

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 8 Jun 2023
Thank You for rating Sea Club 1. We appreciate the thoughtfulness.

10/10 Excellent

maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 9 May 2023
Thank You for your review of Sea Club 1. We appreciate the feedback.

8/10 Good

Darrell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Small resort with nice staff and quiet beach area. Each unit is individually owned. Our unit was clean ( which is most important) with the exception of one area. The bathroom was very small. Booked here for low pricing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 30 Apr 2023
Thank You taking the time to place this review. We appreciate the feedback and hope you return soon

10/10 Excellent

Bryn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property manager is super friendly and welcoming. Rooms were clean. Great view & beach access!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 29 Apr 2023
Thank You so much for taking the time to place a review for Sea Club 1. We appreciate your kindness and hope you come back soon!!!

10/10 Excellent

Viktoriia

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great quiet place! fantastic management! oeverall great experience plus ocean was just fabulos!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 27 Apr 2023
Thank You so much for taking the time to place this review for Sea Club 1. We appreciate your thoughtfulness and hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed the amenities and friendliness of the staff. They are very attentive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 27 Apr 2023
Thank You so much for taking the time to place a review for Sea Club 1. We appreciate you and your time. Come visit us again soon!!

10/10 Excellent

Linda L., CRAWFORDSVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was very enjoyable stay, quiet, beach walking
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 24 Apr 2023
Thank You so much for taking the time to place this review Linda. It was a pleasure to have you. Please come stay with us again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed 2 nights. The accommodations were very clean and comfortable. Great beach access. The lady in the office was very friendly and helpful. I wouls stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 17 Apr 2023
Thank You so much for taking the time to place a review for Sea Club 1. We appreciate you!! Please come back again soon.

8/10 Good

Troy

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach was on site and and very peaceful.
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 8 Jan 2023
Thank You for taking the time to place a review for Sea Club 1. We appreciate the feedback

8/10 Good

shawn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property needs an overall all update..bed and sofa are not comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 13 Dec 2022
Thank You for taking the time to place this review. The property is being updated. We appreciate the feedback and will check out the bed and sofa in the unit as well.

10/10 Excellent

Mark

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Wonderful peaceful experience
Very quaint property extremely well maintained and very comfortable rooms. Great beach access and chairs and umbrellas were provided. I give them my most favorable recommendation
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 3 Dec 2022
Thank You so much for taking the time to review Sea Club 1. We appreciate your time and hope you come back soon.

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great experience
Very enjoyable. Great location. The facility reminds you and takes youback to old time Florida.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 21 Nov 2022
Thank You for taking the time to place this review for Sea Club 1. We appreciate you!!! Please hurry back.

10/10 Excellent

Thompson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Beach weekend getaway
The front desk was very nice and helpful. I love the privacy of the beach area and swimming pool. Room 50 was very nice and had everything necessary for a beach stay.
Beach within within  a short distance from pool
Chairs for sunset views
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 18 Nov 2022
Thank You for taking the time to place a review for Sea Club 1. We appreciate your feedback

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay on the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 15 Nov 2022
Thank You for taking the time to review Sea Club1. Hurry Back Please!

2/10 Terrible

Roseanne

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This place should be condemned. It is so old, dated and dirty! I don’t think the sofa or chairs have ever been cleaned in the 20 years it seems they have been there.. the bathroom had all stained ceiling tiles and the tub had crushed tiles and a rusty dirty disgusting drain that did not drain well… the pool is not heated and they give you a book if rules and regulations when you check in… so not customer friendly. You have to drag your own beach chair to and from beach at this “resort” I WOULD NOT recommend anyone stay here!!!!
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 10 Nov 2022
Hello Roseanne - I see you did not care for your unit. I will be sure to share your review with the unit owner. Our pool is heated. Heater was turned on late Oct and has been on since. We do not supply a BOOK of rules, but rather a two page blue brochure with WI-FI code on front and emergency contact numbers on back. We do request that you return your chairs to where you took them from. This is a town ordinance during turtle season and most guests understand and have no issue. Thank You for your feedback.

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Quick vacation
Hotel staff were friendly, other guests were very pleasant. The location was ideal, and beach was right out the front door almost. Beaches are beautiful, and would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 3 Nov 2022
Thank You for taking the time to review Sea Club 1. We appreciate your feedback.Please come stay with us again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place brings an old school beach feel, it sits in the middle of two new modern resort style facilities but it feels like a old school beach get away and the people there were very personable. Can’t wait to go back next year!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from Max and Lisa Bettis (Managers) on 17 Oct 2022
What a nice review. We appreciated the feedback and are so happy you enjoyed Sea Club 1. See you next year.