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1700 S Federal Hwy West Palm Beach County, Lake Worth, FL 33460-5840
Sunny Palms Inn
48 reviews
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This is a mixed review. We got two rooms-one for a relative and one for my wife and me to be with the dog. They are dog friendly. The rate was good and it was close enough to West Palm airport that we needed. Check in was hurried but the owner did make me look at the two rooms. On a first hurried glance they seemed OK but after we moved in some issues came up. We needed towels. That took a while but were there when we returned from dinner. The TV in one room never worked and promises to get a replacement did not happen. We found the shades in one room didn't really close very well so we draped a sheet we travel with over the rod. We did enjoy the pool seating area in the mornings for breakfast. There are places to get food near by and the owner recommended a nice restaurant that we ate at one night. The beds were OK but had only a sheet and no blanket. Though this is Florida I'd appreciate a little more covering. WiFi was by password which was not shared at check-in so make sure you get that early on. Unfortunately, we arrived on New Year's Eve. Our dog is terrified of fireworks and this was the worst part of our stay because the residents of an apartment complex across the street put on such a noisy fireworks show that went on until well after midnight that we got no rest until about 3 AM. Never again on New Year's Eve... There was nothing to do but endure. The next night was just fine. I walked the dog many times around a nice neighborhood nearby. The neighborhood is mixed but seemed safe enough. There were issues with mildew/mold in the showers and on the bathroom ceiling that people should be aware of. The AC unit is a little tricky to control if you are short. This is an older place that is a work in progress. Whoever is doing painting or caulking in the bathroom needs to take some lessons. When I reserved through their managing company it was made clear that the first night would be paid whether we stayed or not. I don't plan to visit this area again in the near future so I can't say I'd stay there again but if you do want a place like this I would advise making sure that when you check-in that you make sure that the room is to your standards.
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Date of stay: January 2022
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Room Tip:Â On inspection make sure there are enough towels, that the window shades close completely, and...
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The receptionist and other guests were very friendly and the rooms are basic but nice. Everything is clean and tidy. The pool is warm and clean and coffee is available by the pool, which was very nice. When we stayed it was very noisy during the night, traffic seems to go past all night the room next door was watching tv until 3 am - at 330 someone was blaring their car horn in the car park and the residents don’t seem to go to bed until the very early hours of the morning.I'm not sure if this is normal but it’s just what we experienced. The price was very reasonable and you felt safe.
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Date of stay: October 2024
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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The owner is mean and degradating. He thinks everyone smokes you there rooms gives you dirty sheets and towel. Won't let 2 people share a room. Tells you who you can and can't have in your room. Dictates his opinion on people and gossips about other guests
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Response from Benjamin Franc, Owner at Sunny Palms Inn
Responded Sep 23, 2023
This is completely not true. Rules are you cant smoke in room if you do your deposit will be taken. No one has ever said anything about you sharing a room or gossip about guests. But if you do smoke in a room we do know because we check all rooms for that on every check out to ensure cleanliness at our properties. Thank you.
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I recently enjoyed a delightful stay at Sunny Palms Inn, and it's easily earned its spot as a top choice. The inviting atmosphere and friendly staff created a welcoming experience from the start.
What sets Sunny Palms apart is its refreshing pool, a true oasis in the heart of the motel. After a day of exploring nearby attractions, taking a dip in the pool provided the perfect relaxation. The well-maintained pool area, complete with comfortable loungers, added a touch of luxury to my stay.
The rooms at Sunny Palms Inn were clean and comfortable, offering a cozy retreat after a day in the sun. The motel's strategic location made it convenient to access local sights, making it an ideal choice for travelers seeking both comfort and proximity.
The staff's hospitality was outstanding, always ready with a smile and eager to ensure a pleasant stay. The overall experience at Sunny Palms Inn, coupled with the inviting pool, makes it a solid 5-star recommendation for those seeking sun-kissed bliss and relaxation. Looking forward to returning on my next visit!
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Not recommended no manager on site and other issues. Had to call twice to get someone to come to provide a key. They had to come from another site. Also AC not working. Window in bathroom was open in room when got there and not being able to be secured and being on a ground floor was a security safety issue, needs lots of TLC. Repairs needed to be done inside. Room linen was not clean and had cigarette burns on top comforter. Lots of damage in the room. Changed hotel due to not feeling safe and conditions of room. I did let the manager know I would be leaving the next morning and expected a credit to my credit card for the remaining time. This was done promptly. But first her first he wanted me to send him copies of the pictures I took of the room.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Room Tip:Â See comments for further information and pictures. Not recommended for staying.
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Response from benjamin franc, Owner at Sunny Palms Inn
Responded Apr 1, 2024
We looked at the photos. And checked everything in room. And found only real issue there was was the cigarette burn on the comforter which cleaners looked over and we had a discussion with them and was also a very easy fix. And the touch up paint. again easy fix. All other issues where not issues they are regular wear. Also when you take zoomed in photos with a camera on the floor in the coner of a closet of some caulking missing it does not help. this is a 2 star motel and not the ritz carlton. Its not going to be absolutely perfect in every coner of the room. But our rooms are very clean overall. And we offer way better rooms then any motel in this aria. and the ac did work properly it gets very cold in room and winow was able to lock and was already locled when we got there.
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A genuine diamond in the rough. Had a great experience at check in. Rooms were ice cold, stocked with a flatscreen TV, High speed WIFI, and VERY clean. Extremely comfortable bed as well. Pool was an awesome amenity as well. The manager on duty was tremendously helpful, and always available. Property was under renovations, so you know that the owners are dedicated and making improvements. I will be back in a few weeks. Thank you.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Trip type: Travelled on business
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The only good thing about this place is the very nice owner, Bernadette. I know they are new owners and that they are renovating, but staying here not a good idea. The positives: easy to find, lots of parking, pretty nice looking pool area (but we did not use it) . Negatives: Old room, (not like the pictures on the web site; feels deceitful), beds were worn/stain on bed cover, super thin sheets with NO mattress protectors (as an owner you NEED these!), sticky tile floors, no chair or luggage rack in the room, no lampshades, poor attempts to fix counter/areas in the bathroom, stained tile shower floor, so you can never know if it's clean or not, no cups, no tissues and very rough towels; some tinted light blue from poor laundering....so NOT worth 109.00 bucks. The area is somewhat sketchy as well. We were on the road for 3 weeks, and stayed in small mom n pop places and chains. IF you want customers during your "renovations" be upfront about what you're getting and charge a lot less.
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Date of stay: March 2020
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Response from benjamin franc, Owner at Sunny Palms Inn
Responded May 30, 2023
We are sorry this happend. There are new owners as of june 2022 and the motel has had new renovations in all the rooms. we hope that you will reconcider or place in the future
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They kept $50 of the $100 deposit claiming it was because I had a dog with me. They never informed me of any fees for having a dog or asked to see any service animal paperwork. It's clearly a scam they pull to get extra money from unwitting customers.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Benjamin Franc, Owner at Sunny Palms Inn
Responded Sep 6, 2023
Sunny palms inn is NOT a pet friendly hotel. When traveling with animals always make sure to ask the hotel if they are pet friendly. Its not the hotels job to ask you if you are bringing pets to a not pet friendly hotel. Thank you.
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Booked a room here through booking.com, somehow my reservation got canceled, and instead of calling me to clear the situation up where I could’ve just simply paid the property directly. The manager decided himself to remove my personal property out of the room while I was not on property, then called me @3:42pm, to tell me that I was checked out. As a woman I feel violated on so many levels, and he is not apologetic about it. When told about touching my stuff, his response was “she got her stuff back right”. Now I’m here and there’s no rooms available for me.
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from benjamin franc, Owner at Sunny Palms Inn
Responded May 30, 2023
We are sorry this happend. There are new owners as of june 2022 and the motel has had new renovations in all the rooms. we hope that you will reconcider or place in the future
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I travel often and needed to work in west palm beach for a few days. Lake Worth was a more reasonable option this time of year. Prices are high in West Palm because of the snowbirds. Sunny Palms has good reviews and I felt I would give a mom and pop hotel a chance. The staff was very kind. Bernadette and Dee made my stay more enjoyable. It nice sitting by the pool and getting a visit from the manager just to say hello and make you feel comfortable. The room was enough for me. Its not a full efficiency, but the microwave and fridge were good. There is a local gas station and liquor store that sells ice and other thibgs you might need. The beach was aboht a 5 minute drive and Bernadette recommended a nice restaurant called Bennies that is right on the water. I have to travel often to palm beach county and I will for sure stay at this Inn again. Thanks for making me feel at home.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled solo
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PRICE RANGE
C$173 - C$281 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Shangri-la Motel
LOCATION
United StatesFloridaLake Worth
NUMBER OF ROOMS
23
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