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Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn - 1 Acre Private Beach

3.5 star property

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Private beach, white sand, beach cabanas, sun-loungers
Point of interest
Free daily buffet breakfast
Games room
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa

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3465 Coastal Hwy, St. Augustine, FL, 32084
  • Place, Vilano Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, St. George Street
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Honeymoon Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Honeymoon Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Honeymoon Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Pool View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Honeymoon Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Honeymoon Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Honeymoon Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Garden View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Pool View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Pool View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Grand Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Grand Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Grand Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Garden View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Room, Patio, Garden View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Executive Room, Patio, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Pool View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Pool View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Elite Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Elite Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Club Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio, Ocean View

Club Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio, Ocean View

Club Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Presidential Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Presidential Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

St. Augustine

With a stay at Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn - 1 Acre Private Beach in St. Augustine (Vilano Beach), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of St. George Street and Flagler College. .This beach hotel is 9 mi (14.4 km) from St. Augustine Beach and 4.6 mi (7.3 km) from Castillo de San Marcos National Monument.

What's nearby

  • Vilano Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • St. George Street - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Flagler College - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 9 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Reef - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Beaches On Vilano - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cap's on the Water - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pesca - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Brisky’s Bbq - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn - 1 Acre Private Beach

Beach hotel with a full-service spa and a private beach
Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn - 1 Acre Private Beach offers 29 accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with hydromassage showerheads, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

A private beach and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body scrubs, detox wraps, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 29 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy body treatments and facials. After a day at the private beach, you can enjoy other recreational amenities, which include an outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a living plant wall. Guests can get around on the shuttle (surcharge), which operates within 20 miles.
Take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include limo/town car service, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Limited parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 5:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 20 miles
  • Limo/town car service
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics
  • Tea service

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Art gallery
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle tours
  • Bodyboard
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf carts
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Beach toys
  • Children's games
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Pool toys
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1994
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Electric bike charging
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.99 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 39.99 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 39.99 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75.99 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 39.99 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 39.99 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
24-hour pool access
Reservations are required for golf tee times and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Beach Sands Inn
Ocean Sands Beach
Ocean Sands Beach Inn
Ocean Sands Beach Inn St. Augustine
Ocean Sands Beach St. Augustine
Ocean Sands Inn
Ocean Sands Beach Inn
Ocean Sands 1 Acre Private
Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn 1 Acre Private Beach
Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn - 1 Acre Private Beach Hotel

Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn - 1 Acre Private Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 412 out of 642 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 125 out of 642 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 642 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 642 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 642 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kiblena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Cathrine

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed Aug 2025. Positives: Walking distance to nice, private beach and friendly staff (Nick,Beverley,Celeste, Yari and Julian). Critiques: Overpriced for what they offer. Mediocre Breakfast, infused water that tasted funny - container needs cleaning. Beach loungers and umbrellas provided for an additional cost. $8 bottle of water in room lol. Thin walls, I could hear neighbor's tv. Additional fees tagged on after check in. In hindsight, if not for the positive reviews I would have booked somewhere nicer for the same price or less. Guests are offered parking discount in return for positive review, so not all reviews are objective. Will not recommend. Read through positive and negative reviews for balanced picture and manage your expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Flavia

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Tip: Bring a copy of printed your receipt (from Expedia) with you, they will charge a different amount than what's stated in your expedia.com invoice. They will refuse to respect that original price you agreed to pay on expedia.com. This hotel listing is extremely inaccurate. For reference listing states: "Pilates, fitness and yoga classes" There were no such classes. "Waterfront, on private beach" It's not waterfront, it's across the street from the beach. The beach is not private, anyone walking by can go. "In a nature preserve" There is no nature preserve. It's surrounded by beautiful land that it hasn't been built on, not a nature preserve. "Spa open daily, steam room" Doesn't exist. "At least 80% of food locally-sourced" "At least 80% organic food" It was regular, Costco bought food, not 1 item was organic, nothing stated it was locally-source. "Banquet Hall" Doesn't exist. "Comprehensive recycling policy" Doesn't exist. They do not recycle. All trash went into s regular trash can. "Reusable cups" They only had single use cups, plastic ware, single use plates. "No plastic bottles" Every single guest was given plastic bottles, employees passed them out at the reception desk. "Living plant wall" There are plastic plants everywhere, all over the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabela

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
To say this place is incredible would be an understatement. I have never been to such a well thought-out and intentionally prepared hotel. From the lobby to the room they provide things you didn't even know you wanted! Such a lovely place I will come back just to stay here for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was a attentive, the rooms were comfortable. The grounds provide options to sit, grill or play games. Dog friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, Ogden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, lots of options! Friendly staff. Two minute walk to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was quite impressed with the whole experience from the easy reservation process to the hotel keeping in contact with me before check in and check out and after a few hours exiting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Eileen

Liked: Staff & service
Enjoyed our stay! Thank you all 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great and view was stunning... decor was unique
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I actually really did enjoy our stay. Able to walk right across the road to a beach that isn’t overly crowded with tourists or people. We also found a shark tooth on this beach which was awesome!! The hotel smelled great and the free cookies& popcorn is a plus. Pool was never crowded either which was nice! — Samantha Starr
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very very nice and helpful. the property was very clean and cute, I loved the private beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Johnnie, Lakeland

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Nice Beach across the road, Very nice staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Had a wonderful stay. Stayed in oceanfront room with our dogs. Room was clean but the carpet really needs to be replaced with tile floor. Would be much cleaner and pet friendly. I also feel like an elevator would make it much more accessible for everyone. My elderly mom had trouble with the stairs. Breakfast was good and the staff are very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tracy

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I'm just goin to say I won't go back nor will I ever recommend and will do everything I can to get others not to go there as well.y 6yr old son dropped his strawberry cake there where few crumbs cream minimal and was charged $278.75 for urine and vomit charge. I am beyond disgusted and furious to put it gently. Money hungry robbers I'm horrified.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jordan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall great place to stay, beds were comfy and had a great view. I did not like to have to run across the busy traffic to get to the beach. The staff was fantastic and super nice. We had issues with the room keys not working on the 3rd night, they were very prompt in making new cards for us. Breakfast was good and loved the snacks in the lobby. My boys loved all of the games the hotel had to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Baltimore

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean Sands Beach Inn is a wonderfully laid back location. Only 15 minutes from St. Augustine attractions, the Inn has a private beach perfect for families - calm, shallow, warm water and a long gently sloping beach. The staff and amenities were fantastic. Beverly at reception made sure everyone was taken care of - popcorn and cookies in the evening and a shuttle to St. Augustine within minutes. If you needed anything, they were willing to get it. Breakfast in the morning was a simple buffet with everything that one might need. A gem of a find.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, beach acess, breakfeast, snacks and drinks, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shiaka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

judy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is not a boutique hotel experience - even though they charge a hefty resort fee. It is an old motel on A1A with loud traffic with an ocean view. We paid for 2 nights and stayed just the one.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, small, but unique motel. Great service, whatever you want.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025