The location is excellent, but the rooms were adequate, at best. The unit was dark, supplies were sparse and the bath towels so worn that you were lucky to get dry after a shower. Frying pans were very worn out, there is no dishwasher and cleaning supplies were inadequate. Since there were no rugs, it was very noisy when chairs were dragged in another unit.

If you are looking for a front desk or management, this is not the place for you. If you're looking for a cozy room within walking distance to the beach and downtown Lido Key, you've found a great spot. I stayed in a small room by myself. I was a little skeptical when arriving but you can't beat the location or the price. The bedroom was a little cramped, with the table and microwave in the closet. The bathroom did have signs of mildew and guests should probably shower with flip flops on. It was acceptable for a 1-3 night stay, but I wouldn't reccommend staying much longer. If staying longer than 3 days, even if you're alone, it might be a good idea to book a bigger sized room.

My wife and I stayed for three (3) nights at 4B room with the suite. The Kitchen's stove oven is not working for the bake before we already bought the grocery. The Kitchen's pans are dirty. Complained to call Dan (owner) about not working the WiFi (internet). He said he will come, right now but never. Next day, He said the WiFi was fixed & working but did not work. No WiFi via the internet for three nights. We will not come that motel, again!!!!! WiFi's wep password is "ISLANDER".....

First of all, I cannot imagine what people want from a beach rental if they gave this place a poor review. Its a beach rental, not a hotel with a front desk. Contact the owners with an e-mail or phone call before you go. We just stayed there this past weekend for 3 nights and were extremely satisfied. We had the 1 bedroom suite, and it was like staying in a condo/ 1 bedroom apartment. It was extremely clean and well furnished and decorated. It had everything we needed except shampoo, but we didn't look for any in the supply area. The welcome letter and binder in the room spelled everything out, where to find things/supplies, what to do if we had questions, how to use the wireless internet, what to do at check out, etc.
We were there for a wedding where almost everyone else stayed at the Holiday Inn about 2 blocks away. Our walk was short to the hotel and to the beach and to St. Armands circle. Much shorter than we thought. The Lido Islander is surrounded by mansions and we felt very safe walking around. Its definately not one of the crazy touristy beach areas like Holmes beach to the north. Much more subdued and classy.
An in-law stayed at a nearby beach rental and ours was cheaper and much much nicer. I even liked ours better than the Holiday Inn because we had a full kitchen and living room and the Holiday Inn's lobby smelled musty and ours was half the price.
I plan on staying here again next time we come to the area. You cannot beat the location, accomodations and price combination.
My only complaint is the firmness of the bed. I tend to like softer mattresses and it was EXTREMELY firm. But I still slept well.