Stay at Hillcrest Motel, Clearwater, offering free Wi-Fi, parking, pet-friendly rooms with kitchenettes. Near Clearwater Marine Aquarium and beaches.
Guests highlight the motel’s welcoming atmosphere and attentive management, while noting its straightforward, no-frills accommodations and useful in-room kitchenettes.
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This no-frills motel provides straightforward lodging with practical amenities, including a kitchenette in every room, making it suitable for travelers seeking self-sufficient accommodations. The property offers free Wi-Fi and parking, is air-conditioned, and welcomes pets, although it does not feature on-site dining, a fitness center, or a pool.
Located on a quiet street in Clearwater, Florida, Hillcrest Motel sits near a waterfront area rich with art galleries, restaurants, and outdoor festivals held at Coachman Park. Guests have easy access to popular nearby attractions such as the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Caladesi Island’s natural trails and beaches, and Honeymoon Island State Park, known for its shell-filled shores and outdoor activities.
Guest reviews often highlight the friendly and attentive management as a positive aspect, with the owner and staff described as caring and approachable. The motel maintains a clean and homey atmosphere, appealing to visitors who value a welcoming and community-oriented environment. However, the average rating reflects some mixed feedback, suggesting that expectations for a budget motel should be realistic.
Conveniently accessible via several nearby airports, including St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport just under 20 minutes away by car, the motel offers practical proximity for travelers. Several other lodging options are within short distances, providing alternatives for those exploring accommodations around Clearwater.
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This place is awesome. Nice friendly staff and they are caring too. If you have a problem they care about there tenants.
Mrs. Mitchell and her manager for the Hillcrest, Nathan are some of the most down to earth and hospitable people I have encountered in my travels. I will gladly rent a room again... and recommend the Hillcrest Motel to those looking to do some affordable vacationing in the Clearwater area.
She’s an amazing lady and she take care of people. Location is great. Service is fantastic. And she’s a great landlord.
This hotel is very clean ! The woman who runs the hotel is extremely nice and helpful. Usually they don't have any vacancy lol The pricing is not horrible either. Would definitely recommend
I give this place a five star and more if I could the owner of this motel is caring and will work with people I see these bad reviews and kind of chuckle because the only way you are made to leave is if you are doing something wrong the hotel is a family oriented place they welcome anyone they grill out with there tenets and speak to there tenets on a daily basis so if you was asked to ;eave or made to leave why not put the truth down or the whole story I encourage anyone to go rent a room and see what I am talking about just leave the traffic and the drugs because it will not be tolerated enjoy your stay at the hillcrest and plz tell the owner I said hi
Hillcrest Motel feels like home. I've been here a long time because the place is awesome, and Virginia is the best landlord ever. Whether you stay a day or a year, you won't want to leave this amazing and welcoming place.
Excellent place, as the owner is there all day and available 24hrs for emergencies. She is very personable and attends to every problem. The handyman is a fine man and very skilled. The atmosphere is very personable, friendly and are found frequently on the front deck. It's situated on a dead end street and there are two bus stations within twenty yards, one going to Countryside Mall and the other Park St terminal, where you can get just about anywhere in Pinellas county. There is a large market, convenience stores, restaurants and hair and nail salons. You won't be lonely here, as there is always someone there to share a ear.
I've been staying here for some time and the owner and the manager are just great . Very clean and quaint.
Owners really came through for me when i was in a tough spot.
Have stayed at Hillcrest. Staff is fantastic. Ms Virginia is the best. Property clean and looked after. No riff raff anymore.
Waterfront area with art galleries & varied restaurants, plus outdoor festivals at Coachman Park.
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