Gary G.
Yelp
Just a fantastic place. It's basically a few old motels, reworked in excellent fashion, all in the same little area. We've never, ever had a problem here, at least not one that wasn't handled immediately. Parking can get a little tight, but it's not impossible. Rooms are nice, relaxing. (I described it as a vacation valium... total chill out) Beach is practically RIGHT there. Two pools. I've stayed in almost every section of the property over many years. When I first stayed here, it was a fluke... an $84/Night internet special we happened upon while returning north from a Key West stay! We were hooked, and have come back every year (usually January) since. They even did us a "babymoon" (with chilled sparkling grape juice in the fridge!) when we were expecting our son, and his first beach visit was the next year. He has a blast here, and loves to go to "Flowda".
Sadly (but great for Tropical Shores), the popularity has caused the prices to rise to where it's tough for us to afford it any more. (we now have another child, so you know how that affects the bottom line) It makes me sad, cause it'll be like losing a friend, not being able to swing staying here anymore.
If you can budget a stay here, DO IT. It's a fantastic place, and the staff have never been less than great and welcoming. Dawn is just as nice as she seems in these review responses. You will not regret staying here, and you WILL want to return as soon as possible. You're not going to find a nicer, more relaxing place on Siesta Key. Honest. (sigh) We'll miss the place until we can afford it again.