Fountain

Reviews of Sir David Guesthouse - Adults Only

2 out of 5
Sir David Guesthouse - Adults Only
12035 Gulf Blvd, Treasure Island, FL

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 203 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 203 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 203 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 203 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 203 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Virus survivors!
Our third stay here and once again excellent. This year they added a pool and when the beach got closed it was great to have! Hope that whole area survives this virus...its a great area to stay in!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Response from David on 2020/3/21
I can never be unhappy with this. Thanks. I’m glad we met your needs. Means the world as we give our souls to this place.

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a sweet place with wonderful proprietors. It is a little oasis and we had a lovely time.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020
Response from David on 2020/3/21
You make up for the guests that miserable. I don’t think that’s on me. So I just take it as you can’t please the, all and I’m happy I this case we did. Come back again.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Liked service and cleanliness. Room was small and shower not very convenient or adjustible. good location to amenities but would have rather been on the ocean across the street. Pool was tiny. Hot tub was good.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Fast friendly service upon check in. It was nice having the owners on site. Better than I expected. Very attentive to any requests you may have. Rooms are very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Response from David on 2020/3/5
Short and sweet and all true so thank you 😀

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Oasis at the beach!
Great location on Treasure Island. This place is a very unique property for the Gulf Coast. Has a Key West sophisticated "Guesthouse" feel too it. Nice tropical eclectic decor. The court yard is great with plenty of seating area's and water features (fountains) so that you don't hear the traffic noise from Gulf Blvd. There is a small salt water pool-very clean. Hot tub also very clean. A nice seating area around the fire-pit. It is located right, across from the beach. It is like an Oasis. The two owners Eric and David are very nice guys and I thought the service was great. I was surprised at how hands on they are and how available. I can not stress enough how the property is clean and quiet. They provide a nice "continental" breakfast bar every morning. I stayed in one of the suites with a sofa bed that was comfortable. The small kitchen was adequately stocked--with pots, dishes and utensils etc.I only used the fridge microwave and coffee maker. Too many restaurants to cook in Florida. Two Roku TVs one in the seating/kitchen area and one in the bedroom. The bed was comfortable and quiet. Plenty of hot water in the very clean bathroom and the shower had great water pressure. They provide beach chairs and beach towels and umbrella. If you have not been to Treasure Island and want to stay somewhere different--not a huge condo or chain hotel, this is a a wonderful place. Even if you live in Tampa and are looking for a nice beach getaway--check it out.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020
Response from David on 2020/3/5
Your the best. A guy that I’d consider classy. You know we can never please everyone but I think we do a darn good job of trying. I never thought when I got into this business that I’d have my business reviewed based off my lifestyle. That’s right people will make up things bout the business to somehow try and hurt us. Well here’s what I say to people reading the reviews. Pay close the majority. As my favorite judge on tv says. Judge Judy. If it doesn’t make sense then it’s probably not true. Come back anytime and I say this as much as I can but book on the hotels website. Lowest rates. I should say this. I’m in no way saying we are perfect or the biggest fanciest place but what we are is a place that cares, spotless clean and our beds are amazing. We also have a nice continental Breakfast , all the needed beach essentials free of charge. No hidden fees and a whole lotta love. Thanks so much again . Stay classy!

8/10 Good

Suzy H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Piece of heaven!
Very calm and friendly atmosphere. Everything you need in one little piece of heaven! Very clean and comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
Response from David on 2020/3/21
Many many thanks. Heaven is a ten lol . Maybe next time. Thanks so much.

8/10 Good

Cheryl, Ft. Lauderdale

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was quaint, charming and great location. Owners are extremely attentive to their guests. A great spot for a short or long getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Response from David on 2020/3/5
Thanks so much. We strive for 5 out of 5 so come back and hopefully we get that 5 the next time. Thanks for the review😊

8/10 Good

Jay, Bellingham, Washington

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well my only complaint was that they didn’t have my room ready, at the time that I supposed be checking in, I did try not to get upset 😡 but I was Because my last night was horrible they have a loud music till almost 3 am...I think 🤔 It was the surround sound system that they have there..not cool...
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Response from David on 2020/3/5
I’d like to first apologize for the music. Eric had a migraine Nd fell asleep. So sorry for that. Although I did go into the room and had the volume where we keep it and I could barely hear it but we all have our levels. Now as far as not getting you in on time I’m confused by. 1pm is not our check in time. It’s 3 pm. So sorry we couldn’t get you in as early as you expected. You guys seemed to enjoy the property so I hope you give us another chance next time you visit. Thanks for the review. 😊

10/10 Excellent

Doris, Belleville, Ontario

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, clean, owners on site, extras like beach towels and beach umbrella in room, beach chairs available to take to beach, hot tub very clean and hot, pool lovely.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020
Response from David on 2020/2/22
Thanks so much we truly appreciate you noticing the details. Please come again .

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is located in a good area close to shopping and restaurants. It is very very clean and the staff was really nice. The only problem is that the property is on well water which smelled pretty bad.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from David on 2020/2/22
Hi I’m not sure why you think we run on a well. We have it for the sprinklers. Sorry to hear that you had any issue. Please come again. Thanks

2/10 Terrible

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Buyer beware
Not exactly as advertised. Tiny room, terrible water quality. No ice, no breakfast and the bathroom was just an open shower. Standing water on the floor due to poor drainage, water would track everywhere and posed a serious hazard for slipping. Left after one evening- proprietor took glee in charging me for the entire 4 nights. STAY AWAY
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Response from David on 2020/2/22
Hi I’m glad you decided to go to leaving a review because I’d like to respond. We just remodeled the room you checked into . We had a pooling on the one side of the shower which literally was fixed with two hours of your departure. It was a easy fix but obviously didn’t run the shower long enough to take notice. We don’t have poor drainage at all. There was no glee involved. You gave me barely a chance to even respond. I was going to move you to a suite. That’s 500 sq feet for your issue. You didn’t even look . You assumed wrong. We give more than any hotel on this island and for your deeply discounted room of 104$ during season even that room was a steal. We gave a fully functioning ice machine . You didn’t ask or take the time to look. Had you acted even the slightest like you were willing to try I wasn’t going to just hand you’d refund back. I would have given had you tried to even look at the other room. Every person since you left has been elated with that room at 200$ a night . It’s beautiful. Nicely decorated and spotless . Sometimes I’d like to be able to review the customer . We give more for the money than any hotel on this beach and probably why we are number one . Listen had you given so would I but at that rate and the fact that you just left without a minute to spare you didn’t even given me but I think ten words. I had been up the night before making certain that room was special and it is. If you look in almost all of my ads I mention smaller rooms . Tiny is a stretch . It has a queen bed and a nice 50 inch tv and also a mini sofa for added comfort . Again at 104$ a night. We have no issues here. Our property is in top notch condition which is few and far between in this beach. Did I mention spotless . So here’s what I’d like. Call me and let’s talk refund but let’s not go in my main source of income to try and damage my reputation because we are lying to get people in. Give me a break for real. That’s nonsense and you know it. I think you would have been extremely happy had you just taken a deep breath and listened . We take extreme pride in this property and it shows. Sure we don’t have huge rooms. Never claimed it. But for the value on the benefits along with a impeccable environment it’s a bargain. Not to mention that the rooms are adequate for a beach stay. No rooms on this beach are huge. That I promise . It’s impossible to have them as it’s not cost effected for all of us. All I ask from my customers is to be given the chance to fix a woe. This is not going to ruin me by a long shot but I refuse to just say sorry and please come back. I’m honest . So yes buyer beware. Beware of the faulty line you were just fed by a guy whom refuses to be helped. We have ice. We have sparkling clean water . We gave a impeccable past . We are 110% worth every dime. We give you spotless clean sanitized rooms. We give you a nice breakfast in the am. All the ice you need and service with a smile. Oh and our beds are amazing. So look at the 9

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy, convenient
Great location. Friendly, accommodating hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Response from David on 2020/2/22
Thanks so much. Come back so I can get all ten stars next time :) ty

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place! Very inviting. Loved all the outside seating areas. Very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from David on 2020/2/22
Thanks for noticing . We sanitize they entire property with alcohol. We try to be that place that feels like home and without the relatives feel . I truly appreciate your kind words.

10/10 Excellent

carrie, Chickamauga Georgia

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great little find. My husband and I were just coming through and this place was perfect for us. Check in was easy enough. Across the street from a beach access and own parking. Most things within walking distance from place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from David on 2020/2/22
Thank you for your kindness . I truly appreciate. :)

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful relaxing oasis !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Response from David on 2020/2/22
Nailed it . Shirt and to the point. It’s my place and sometimes I pinch myself . Ok cry to lol it’s hard to believe that all the hard work has given such a spot. My live for your kindness supersedes me. Ty so much :)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was amazing. The keurig was directly connected to filtered water:)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Response from David on 2020/2/22
Thanks so much. Our water is actually refined 5 times . The city water is rough sometimes so we have added 5 mega filters as well as the individual spots. Thanks so much 😊

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it all. If you are looking for laid back this is the place for you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Response from David on 2020/2/22
You nailed it. We give the needs and wants if 99% of the beach traveler . Thanks for your kindness.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Response from David on 2020/1/16
thanks

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful stay, The place is small but very cute. David and Eric are both wonderful and ready to help you make your stay great. It is very close to everything you can walk everywhere. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Response from David on 2020/1/16
thanks so much. Your welcome back anytime. You are the type of folks I dream about. Kudos to you.

10/10 Excellent

Peggy, Tampa, Fl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is very quaint, very peaceful and relaxing. We had a well organized room, breakfast was outside, very nice, walking to John's Pass only 10 minutes, entertainment, just a short walk, everything you could want, beach, across the street, very reasonablely priced, really appreciate the staff, very accommodating, very nice. Just had want we needed for a get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Response from David on 2019/12/17
thanks so much for the kind words. We appreciate the feedback and please come back to see us. Thanks again

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from David on 2019/11/13
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Sadie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay.
I stayed here with my boyfriend and two other friends, we all loved it. Our room was spotless, the continental breakfast was excellent, the beach is across the road. Eric and David provide anything you would need, they are terrific hosts. The only downside for us was that the blinds let in a lot of light, but that may just be us, as we like at have a very dark room when we sleep. We wore eye masks, problem sorted!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from David :) on 2019/11/13
Hi thanks for the review. If you could be so kind as to email me the room you stayed in so I can take a better look at the lighting. A few get bright and I’ve been fixing that so it would be helpful. Thanks so much for the kind review.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from David on 2019/11/13
Wish we knew what would cause such a low score .

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Close proximity to beach, and they were great about accommodating our need to park a trailer and car. Room cleannnnnnn!!!!Guys great! Decorated nicely. Plants great. Seem to care about place overall. Thanks for making it nice for some really tired travel monkies.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from David on 2019/11/13
Thank you very much. We try our very best to maintain the property so each guest gets the same feeling. Appreciate you noticing the details.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a really cute place. The continental breakfast is not really much at all and a bit stale but the adult only quite nature of this property makes up for something so minor. The owner David is super nice and they have every thing you would need. We will certainly go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from David on 2020/2/22
Hi I’m sorry your breakfast experience was such. Never really had that happen so not sure how to respond other then to say I regret you had the issue. We try to please. You may have been here during a time that we had a couple of guests and that’s a challenge . We keep dates etc in the foods so please if you return know that’s not what to expect. Thank you for your kindness . See you again

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decor was fascinating. Comfortable. Near beach and ice cream; what else do you need?
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from David on 2020/2/22
The best of both worlds . Beach and ice cream . Love it:)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I stayed at Beach House Cabanas August 2019 for our 10th anniversary! It. Was. Fabulous!!!! It was the perfect cozy, relaxing, and romantic retreat. The courtyard with so intimate and inviting. The room was the cleanest that we have ever stayed in. The bed was amazingly comfortable. The welcoming attitude of the hosts made us feel like out of town family. When go back to the Treasure Island area (without our kids) we will definitely stay at this fabulous little gem.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kelly&camilo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found ourselves wanting to celebrate my birthday and the one thing I wanted to do was to vacation on Treasure Island. We searched and did as most all do looking through Google, Yelp, and Expedia and we found this property no hidden fees and better reasonably priced. Our search involved a lot of places that would tack on more fees after booking the room. We also found quite a few were largely over populated hotels. This place was quaint and was very thoughtfully decorated. Breakfast was included, rooms were clean, and the owners (Eric and David) were personal and gave us the feeling of staying at a families house as a guest. The rooms are individually decorated and the salt water pool and hot tub was a great relaxing touch to our great vacation. We definitely recommend this place and would refer anyone, and recommend to do themselves a favor and stay at the Beach House Cabana.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Worth a trip
Cute little motel. Owners very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stinky and Unstable, stay somewhere else.
This was a horrible experience. We paid for a full kitchen and there was no stove, just a fridge and microwave. The bathroom door was a closet door that had been moved onto the bathroom. It was see-through and very uncomfortable, especially since we paid for 4 people and intended to have our daughter and her husband join us the 2nd night. We let it slide,tried to make the best of it. There were no curtains on the bedroom window, so bright all night and early wake up, but no sleep due to street noise and barking dogs. Got up and I tried to make coffee (pot was dirty) while my husband showered. Last straw: the water was horrid and smelled of rotten eggs. The smell made us gag and filled the entire room. We had to leave and my husband asked if there was a chance for a refund for the 2nd night. The owner became irate, stormed into the bedroom where I was and began violently STAPLING a piece of someone's old dress to the inside of the bathroom door. He was very rude, lying about how these are "Florida Jalousie doors" and are perfectly common in hotels and I would know that if I traveled like he did. First of all, I'm not a tourist. I live here and bathrooms have doors. 2nd, we have traveled extensively, so we know what hotels have to offer. He yelled at me and accused me of attacking him personally because the room was unsatisfactory. When my husband told him to calm down, he threatened to call the police. Later, he offered to move us to a diff room. Too little too late. Psycho!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for three nights in July and the experience was wonderful. Eric, one of the owners, really went out of his way to make sure we had everything we needed. The rooms were spacious, clean and had small kitchenettes. The saltwater pool on the property was lovely to relax in, as was the jacuzzi. Beach chairs and umbrellas were provided for the beach which was not too far away. Many restaurants were available within less than a mile. There are far newer/more generic properties on the beach but BHC has a South Florida charm that Eric and David have done well to preserve and that is what sets them apart. We will definitely return for future visits. Two thumbs up!! Five out of five stars!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from David on 2019/8/3
thanks so much ill share this with him. :)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and friendly Bed and Breakfast.
Great location, closed to beach, restaurants, and entertainment. Room was clean and comfortable. Friendly service. It's a small property so breakfast is limited, but nice ambiance. Good parking. It has a really nice above ground pool with nice deck, but we did not used it. Feels secure with all the cameras around and the electronic locks to access after hours. I will use them again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from David on 2019/8/3
thanks so much we truly try to give the best we can. everyday of our lives is dedicated to give travelers a spot that's clean, affordable and relaxing. I thank you a million times. :) come again

6/10 Okay

Debra

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
First I was surprised to see kids at the advertised adult only B & B. Second, and this is the worst part of our stay...shockingly, continental breakfast was not served the 2nd day, the office was all locked up with no one around. My mother is diabetic so we had to haul a$$ to get out of there for her to have something for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from David on 2019/8/3
thanks for reviewing but I'm confused by the kid thing because we just recent made this switch and I've only had like 2 sets of kids that were older and well behaved and barely ever here. so I'm perplexed on that. I think you were here during the night that I was rushed to the emergency room as I had a severe muscle spasm all over my body. poor Eric was so exhausted that he over slept. I thought I apologized in person. sorry we've never had It happen. I think he still got it out by 9am. I would have gladly paid what you bought, I thought I remember you praising things so I hate you felt different. come back if this way. ill do my best to make your stay better.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved how personable the owner's were. Easy to contact after office hours if needed. Parked right next to my room. Close to the beach. Felt very safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from David on 2019/8/3
thank you so much:)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice motel, very comfortable bed and pillows. I'll definitely go there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place friendly management!
This is a small property which was in a great location directly across from treaure island beach access with a very beautiful white sand beach, easy parking, quiet well kept and clean. I'll be back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
🏖A real treasure on Treasure Island ⭐️
Lovely small inn. Very comfortable and quiet. Owners are the kindest guys and they take immaculate care of their property. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie, Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eric and David were splendid hosts. The property was clean, inviting, welcoming, and so conveniently located directly across the street from the beach. My room was perfect; impeccably decorated to evoke a laid-back, beachy feeling while still being sophisticated. The pool and the hot tub were amazing perks. I felt welcomed and attended to during the entire stay. I would return in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie, Ocean View DE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was like a private oasis. Loved the private courtyard. The owners attention to detail made this the best experience Would definitely stay here again when visiting Florida
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is not a cookie cutter type location ,very unique . Across the street from the beach. Owners are nice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from David on 2019/5/26
Sometimes your not a five. I’ll accept that gracefully lol we try to do our best. I guess you felt it wasn’t quite a five and you know after years of doing this I realize. Your never gonna please them all fully. But I know this. Your beds are perfect clean, your room is sanitized beyond any other hotel and we do our best to feed you something to start the day. Thanks again.