Kon Tiki Inn
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About this property
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 11 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Location
With a stay at Kon Tiki Inn in Venice (Venice Island), you'll be a 3-minute drive from Venice Beach and 6 minutes from Caspersen Beach. This aparthotel is 5 mi (8 km) from Nokomis Beach and 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Manasota Beach.
What's nearby
Venice Beach(1.5 Miles)
Venice Community Center(1.6 Miles)
Venice Art Center(1.6 Miles)
Venice Performing Arts Center(1.6 Miles)
Venice Museum & Archives(1.7 Miles)
Venice Fishing Pier(1.8 Miles)
Centennial Park(2 Miles)
Venice Theater(2 Miles)
Brohard Paw Park(2 Miles)
Venetian Waterway Park(2.1 Miles)
Heritage Park(2.1 Miles)
Venice Train Depot(2.2 Miles)
Jacaranda West Country Club(2.4 Miles)
Caspersen Beach(2.5 Miles)
British Open Pub(3 Miles)
Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ)(24.6 Miles)
Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)(37.9 Miles)
Free wi-fi
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Barbecue Grill (s)
Parking (Self) (free)
Front Desk (limited hours)
Location
1487 S Tamiami Trail, Venice Island, Venice, Florida, United States of America
Venice Beach (1.5 Miles)
Venice Community Center (1.6 Miles)
Venice Art Center (1.6 Miles)
Venice Performing Arts Center (1.6 Miles)
Venice Museum & Archives (1.7 Miles)
Venice Fishing Pier (1.8 Miles)
Room options
1
Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Pets Allowed
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 4
Wi-Fi (Free)KitchenetteMicrowave
2
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pets Not Allowed
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Wi-Fi (Free)KitchenetteMicrowave
1
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pets Allowed
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Wi-Fi (Free)KitchenetteMicrowave
2
Room, 1 King Bed, Pets Not Allowed
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Wi-Fi (Free)KitchenetteMicrowave
1
Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Pets Not Allowed
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 4
Wi-Fi (Free)KitchenetteMicrowave
Guest reviews of Kon Tiki Inn
10
Exceptional
Based on 317 verified reviews
What guests think
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Across many reviews, Kon Tiki Inn stands out for exceptionally friendly owner operators, very clean, individually themed rooms with kitchenettes, and a relaxed canal-side setting with a well-liked pool, grills, and easy access to beaches, trails, and downtown.
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Across many reviews, Kon Tiki Inn stands out for exceptionally friendly owner operators, very clean, individually themed rooms with kitchenettes, and a relaxed canal-side setting with a well-liked pool, grills, and easy access to beaches, trails, and downtown.
Guests consistently praise Debbie and Shawn for warm, hands-on hospitality, thoughtful touches, and quick help with questions and local tips. Many note spacious, comfortable rooms with playful tropical decor, convenient bike rentals, and pet-friendly policies. The setting by a small airport, drawbridge, and roadway can bring noticeable noise for some, and a few mention occasional pool downtime or minor in-room omissions such as missing hair dryers or irons. Expect a welcoming, independent stay with convenience and character, plus potential ambient noise.
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Facilities
Guests highlight a tidy canal-side pool area with patio seating, BBQ grills/tiki bar, and extras like bike rentals, mini putt, and ample parking. A few noted occasional pool closures.
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Anna Marie
9 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing pool, like a dream.
Amazing pool, like a dream.
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kathleen
17 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
great find. close to venice village. excellent location , its right on the bike path that goes along intracoastal waterway, down to the beach. if u go over the bridge it connects to the 40 mile Legacy Trail all the way to sarasota. would stay here again. they rent bikes at great prices, and even have e-bikes. units have kitchens.
great find. close to venice village. excellent location , its right on the bike path that goes along intracoastal waterway, down to the beach. if u go over the bridge it connects to the 40 mile Legacy Trail all the way to sarasota. would stay here again. they rent bikes at great prices, and even have e-bikes. units have kitchens.
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keith
23 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The Place is great and clean! The owners Shaun and Debbie were very helpful with all our questions. The restaurant next door The Salty Dog is a plus as we got great service and food. The only downfall is the pool broke down and was out of order (not the owners fault things happen) but if you’re hoping to swim I’d call to see if it’s fixed yet. They had all the supplies to fit so hopefully it’s up and running before or next stay. The towels were so soft and the beds not terrible either. We stayed in #11. It’s close to everything and the downtown Venice area is very nice. Thanks again!!
The Place is great and clean! The owners Shaun and Debbie were very helpful with all our questions. The restaurant next door The Salty Dog is a plus as we got great service and food. The only downfall is the pool broke down and was out of order (not the owners fault things happen) but if you’re hoping to swim I’d call to see if it’s fixed yet. They had all the supplies to fit so hopefully it’s up and running before or next stay. The towels were so soft and the beds not terrible either. We stayed in #11. It’s close to everything and the downtown Venice area is very nice. Thanks again!!
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Donna
26 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a family run motel that is convenient to everything. The room was immaculate and the decor was very nice. Comfortable bed nice shower all the boxes checked. The pool is an absolute delight, and there’s even a grill in a tiki bar out by the pool area if you would like to take advantage of that. Debbie could not have been more accommodating. I will definitely be back and cannot recommend this highly enough..
This is a family run motel that is convenient to everything. The room was immaculate and the decor was very nice. Comfortable bed nice shower all the boxes checked. The pool is an absolute delight, and there’s even a grill in a tiki bar out by the pool area if you would like to take advantage of that. Debbie could not have been more accommodating. I will definitely be back and cannot recommend this highly enough..
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Kristina
14 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice and tropical decor! Renovated and has very nice pool with umbrellas and Grills. 👍
Very nice and tropical decor! Renovated and has very nice pool with umbrellas and Grills. 👍
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Stephen
6 Mar 2024
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Stayed 9 nights
Great place. They have done a good job of refurbishing it, very comfortable, good facilities, with pool and patio with tables and chairs, easy to find, plenty of parking. Restaurant next door Salty Dawgs is good too. Great hosts, friendly and helpful. Really enjoyed our stay.
Great place. They have done a good job of refurbishing it, very comfortable, good facilities, with pool and patio with tables and chairs, easy to find, plenty of parking. Restaurant next door Salty Dawgs is good too. Great hosts, friendly and helpful. Really enjoyed our stay.
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Melissa
2 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The property is well kept. Super clean, and the Tiki vibe makes you feel like you’re staying in Hawaii. The bike trial is basically in the same parking lot. They have a mini putt area, nice pool overlooking the canal with an entertaining deck for BBQs and hangout. I recommend and we will be back!
The property is well kept. Super clean, and the Tiki vibe makes you feel like you’re staying in Hawaii. The bike trial is basically in the same parking lot. They have a mini putt area, nice pool overlooking the canal with an entertaining deck for BBQs and hangout. I recommend and we will be back!
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Lora
15 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Pool was out of order:(
Pool was out of order:(
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George
13 Jul 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
Perfect location, less than 5 minutes from Sharky's, the pier and dog beach. Short drive to Walmart and lots of nearby places to eat. At the canal so boat watching from the tiki bar was great. Pool is 8 foot deep and crystal clear. Rooms were clean, very well stocked with cooking stuff, large fridge, and cooktop. Owners are more like friendly neighbors than inn owners. By FAR one of the best small inn or hotel I've ever stayed at. Also really dog friendly, and a 2 mile walking trail to the beach is at the property along the canal.
Perfect location, less than 5 minutes from Sharky's, the pier and dog beach. Short drive to Walmart and lots of nearby places to eat. At the canal so boat watching from the tiki bar was great. Pool is 8 foot deep and crystal clear. Rooms were clean, very well stocked with cooking stuff, large fridge, and cooktop. Owners are more like friendly neighbors than inn owners. By FAR one of the best small inn or hotel I've ever stayed at. Also really dog friendly, and a 2 mile walking trail to the beach is at the property along the canal.
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LAUREN
21 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great family owed place. Loved the small family feel. They were amazing with our kids and gave them treats and made the experience wonderful. Rooms nesly renovated and were very clean. Everything needed was there. Pool was clean and warm. Pool chairs looked new. Great location. Walked next door for dinner one night. 5 minute drive to Caspersen beach. Cant wait to return again
Great family owed place. Loved the small family feel. They were amazing with our kids and gave them treats and made the experience wonderful. Rooms nesly renovated and were very clean. Everything needed was there. Pool was clean and warm. Pool chairs looked new. Great location. Walked next door for dinner one night. 5 minute drive to Caspersen beach. Cant wait to return again
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Cleanliness
Reviews repeatedly describe the property and rooms as spotless and well maintained. A small number note minor lapses or limited housekeeping during longer stays.
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Robert
30 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice place to stay that was very clean and newly renovated.
Nice place to stay that was very clean and newly renovated.
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Robert
18 Jan 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
Our stay was great the property was very clean and kept up .pool was sparkling clean and manager was very helpful.
Our stay was great the property was very clean and kept up .pool was sparkling clean and manager was very helpful.
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ANTHONY
28 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room in general was nice and clean however the floor needed to be throughly cleaned.
Room in general was nice and clean however the floor needed to be throughly cleaned.
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Michael
6 Mar 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
The caretakers were nice but the room was stark with poor lighting ( a couch but no light to read by). There was no kleenex and the toilet paper was the cheapest possible (came apart). The facility is in the parking lot of a boat dealer - impossible to find at night! (they close at 9!). No one checked on or cleaned the rooms during the week
The caretakers were nice but the room was stark with poor lighting ( a couch but no light to read by). There was no kleenex and the toilet paper was the cheapest possible (came apart). The facility is in the parking lot of a boat dealer - impossible to find at night! (they close at 9!). No one checked on or cleaned the rooms during the week
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Kevin A
22 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Kon Tiki Inn is a real gem!!! Spotless, big room, comfortable bed and helpful management. I will stay here again.
Kon Tiki Inn is a real gem!!! Spotless, big room, comfortable bed and helpful management. I will stay here again.
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Cassandra
30 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The property is soooo well taken care of. The rooms are spotlessly clean. The owners are amazing. We’ve stayed twice and will definitely be back.
The property is soooo well taken care of. The rooms are spotlessly clean. The owners are amazing. We’ve stayed twice and will definitely be back.
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Michael
24 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was very clean, the staff was very helpful and friendly, we plan to stay there everytime we are vacationing in that part of Florida
It was very clean, the staff was very helpful and friendly, we plan to stay there everytime we are vacationing in that part of Florida
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Ashley
20 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
SUPER clean hotel and comfortable beds. Everyone was friendly and guest focused. This will be our must stay hotel whenever we visit Venice.
SUPER clean hotel and comfortable beds. Everyone was friendly and guest focused. This will be our must stay hotel whenever we visit Venice.
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Kathleen
27 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
There was nothing to dislike about Kon Tiki. Property is well kept, very clean, updated and maintaince.
There was nothing to dislike about Kon Tiki. Property is well kept, very clean, updated and maintaince.
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beth
21 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean safe friendly
Clean safe friendly
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Rooms
Rooms are spacious, comfortable, and playfully themed, with many offering full kitchens or kitchenettes. Some mention noise from the nearby airport, drawbridge, and road, plus occasional small issues like firm beds or limited lighting.
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Cynthia
17 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Very clean. Wonderful, helpful couple running the place. Beds comfortable. Enjoyed the kitchen area as I love to cook, except the sink is so small. Nice closet area. My labrador enjoyed her walks in the area very much. One of our favorite restaurants right next door. Very close to the Brohard Paw Beach. My only complaint is nothing the hotel can do anything about... the road traffic noise drove me nuts. My partner said it didn't bother him at all.
Very clean. Wonderful, helpful couple running the place. Beds comfortable. Enjoyed the kitchen area as I love to cook, except the sink is so small. Nice closet area. My labrador enjoyed her walks in the area very much. One of our favorite restaurants right next door. Very close to the Brohard Paw Beach. My only complaint is nothing the hotel can do anything about... the road traffic noise drove me nuts. My partner said it didn't bother him at all.
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Glenn
13 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was the second time staying there, it is a great place to stay with excellent service and room was one of the best place I have ever stayed. Manager Sean and Debbie, are so accommodating, they will do anything for you. The room is huge, coffee, small refrigerator and microwave, so clean and very comfortable. King bed with a seashell design. Pool small but great!!! Whole place is cute and so cozy. Sean will provide seashell locating equipment, you can rent electric bikes. Will stay again!!!!
This was the second time staying there, it is a great place to stay with excellent service and room was one of the best place I have ever stayed. Manager Sean and Debbie, are so accommodating, they will do anything for you. The room is huge, coffee, small refrigerator and microwave, so clean and very comfortable. King bed with a seashell design. Pool small but great!!! Whole place is cute and so cozy. Sean will provide seashell locating equipment, you can rent electric bikes. Will stay again!!!!
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Edward J
24 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Clean. Cute apartment with a kitchenette.
Clean. Cute apartment with a kitchenette.
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Nicholas
20 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This place was great! The room had a fun ocean vibe and was pet friendly. The extra cost for our dog was only $10 a night! A lot cheaper than most hotels and kennels. The staff was friendly and helpful with all of our questions. Location was great for the beach (5 minute drive) and night life. Loved that there was a full kitchen in the room. We will definitely stay here again! I would recommend some sort of sleep sound since it is close to the airport and right next to the draw bridge. Stay here!!! Good value and a cool updated 1970s vibe.
This place was great! The room had a fun ocean vibe and was pet friendly. The extra cost for our dog was only $10 a night! A lot cheaper than most hotels and kennels. The staff was friendly and helpful with all of our questions. Location was great for the beach (5 minute drive) and night life. Loved that there was a full kitchen in the room. We will definitely stay here again! I would recommend some sort of sleep sound since it is close to the airport and right next to the draw bridge. Stay here!!! Good value and a cool updated 1970s vibe.
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karen
15 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Check in people friendly & helpful. Loved room. Beautiful pool. Very noisy outside. Drawbridge traffic noisy. Small airport very close. Planes & traffic noise made sleeping difficult.
Check in people friendly & helpful. Loved room. Beautiful pool. Very noisy outside. Drawbridge traffic noisy. Small airport very close. Planes & traffic noise made sleeping difficult.
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William
14 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The place was as clean and neat as can be. Also, kind of a unique place. There is an airport directly across the street and the takeoff flight path for the plans goes right over the top of this place. It's right next to the highway and only a few feet away from the bridge which has a steel grade on top of it. When cars go over it it's pretty loud. If you don't mind a little noise, this is a great place.
The place was as clean and neat as can be. Also, kind of a unique place. There is an airport directly across the street and the takeoff flight path for the plans goes right over the top of this place. It's right next to the highway and only a few feet away from the bridge which has a steel grade on top of it. When cars go over it it's pretty loud. If you don't mind a little noise, this is a great place.
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Kim
1 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful and spacious room with an Island vibe. We loved our one-night stay.
Beautiful and spacious room with an Island vibe. We loved our one-night stay.
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Daniel
22 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We really enjoyed our stay! It was clean and decorated nicely. The room was big and had a stove top, full fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. Would be a great place to stay for an extended stay.
We really enjoyed our stay! It was clean and decorated nicely. The room was big and had a stove top, full fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. Would be a great place to stay for an extended stay.
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Nellie
3 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
My daughter and I stayed here for 2 nights. The husband and wife that run the place are amazing. They are friendly amd make you feel qelcomed right away. They also have beach stuff you can use if you dis not have any which is a nice touch as well. Our room was clean and had everything we needed including plates, pots and pans because there is a 2 burner stove in the room. The kon Tiki Inn sits out of the way and you would never know it is there but it sure is a cute treasure to know about.
My daughter and I stayed here for 2 nights. The husband and wife that run the place are amazing. They are friendly amd make you feel qelcomed right away. They also have beach stuff you can use if you dis not have any which is a nice touch as well. Our room was clean and had everything we needed including plates, pots and pans because there is a 2 burner stove in the room. The kon Tiki Inn sits out of the way and you would never know it is there but it sure is a cute treasure to know about.
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Jaimie
6 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Kon Tiki Inn is a gem! I had not stayed here before and gave it a try as there are not many choices closer to the beaches. Debbie was super welcoming and made sure we had everything we need. Rooms are nicely renovated, equipped with all you need and comfortable. I’ll be back for sure!
Kon Tiki Inn is a gem! I had not stayed here before and gave it a try as there are not many choices closer to the beaches. Debbie was super welcoming and made sure we had everything we need. Rooms are nicely renovated, equipped with all you need and comfortable. I’ll be back for sure!
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Service
Service is a standout: Debbie and Shawn earn frequent praise for warm, personal hospitality, quick help, and thoughtful extras. Check-in is smooth and staff are consistently friendly and responsive.
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Todd
1 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
You just couldn't ask for a better place. Awesome property and awesome hosts.
You just couldn't ask for a better place. Awesome property and awesome hosts.
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Hayley
22 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Thank you Shawn & Debbie for a great stay! We love the hotel, the decor, super clean, amazing experience. Great location on the canal, within walking distance to the bike trail, very near the beach, very near downtown, and a great restaurant just a few steps away. They put a lot of love and effort into their business and it shows through their wonderful hospitality. We plan to return in the future! Thanks again!
Thank you Shawn & Debbie for a great stay! We love the hotel, the decor, super clean, amazing experience. Great location on the canal, within walking distance to the bike trail, very near the beach, very near downtown, and a great restaurant just a few steps away. They put a lot of love and effort into their business and it shows through their wonderful hospitality. We plan to return in the future! Thanks again!
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Nellie
29 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is my second time staying here and will always come back. The room is always clean and comfortable. The husband and wife that run it are so nice and friendly along with knowledgable of the area.
This is my second time staying here and will always come back. The room is always clean and comfortable. The husband and wife that run it are so nice and friendly along with knowledgable of the area.
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Ross
8 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The lady at the front desk was Super Nice and accommodating. Everything is clean and nice
The lady at the front desk was Super Nice and accommodating. Everything is clean and nice
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Jaimie
6 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Kon Tiki Inn is a gem! I had not stayed here before and gave it a try as there are not many choices closer to the beaches. Debbie was super welcoming and made sure we had everything we need. Rooms are nicely renovated, equipped with all you need and comfortable. I’ll be back for sure!
Kon Tiki Inn is a gem! I had not stayed here before and gave it a try as there are not many choices closer to the beaches. Debbie was super welcoming and made sure we had everything we need. Rooms are nicely renovated, equipped with all you need and comfortable. I’ll be back for sure!
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Anne
25 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The moment I checked in, I was offered a mai tai! (It was amazing, might I add). Owners are very kind! The room was newly renovated and you could tell they didn’t cut corners, it was done right! Comfortable, pretty and exceptionally clean! I’ve been coming to Venice off and on since I was a small child to hunt for shark teeth and I made a solo trip this year for my birthday- it really was everything I needed and it was just down the road from Sharky’s! I’m surprised this place isn’t always booked up. My new favorite place to stay when I make the trip. Stay here and you won’t regret it!
The moment I checked in, I was offered a mai tai! (It was amazing, might I add). Owners are very kind! The room was newly renovated and you could tell they didn’t cut corners, it was done right! Comfortable, pretty and exceptionally clean! I’ve been coming to Venice off and on since I was a small child to hunt for shark teeth and I made a solo trip this year for my birthday- it really was everything I needed and it was just down the road from Sharky’s! I’m surprised this place isn’t always booked up. My new favorite place to stay when I make the trip. Stay here and you won’t regret it!
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Julie
24 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Owners thought of lots of little details like scissors in cutlery drawer, filled ice cube trays in freezer, and beach umbrellas, sifters (for finding shark teeth at nearby beaches), beach chairs, etc all free to borrow for the day!
Owners thought of lots of little details like scissors in cutlery drawer, filled ice cube trays in freezer, and beach umbrellas, sifters (for finding shark teeth at nearby beaches), beach chairs, etc all free to borrow for the day!
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Michael
24 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was very clean, the staff was very helpful and friendly, we plan to stay there everytime we are vacationing in that part of Florida
It was very clean, the staff was very helpful and friendly, we plan to stay there everytime we are vacationing in that part of Florida
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Robert
16 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great staff
Great staff
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Kendra
13 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We wont stay anywhere else when we're that way. The rooms are comfy and adorable and the owners of this place are unmatched. Unbelievably friendly and chill. Just want you want when you're staying away from home. We hungout wiith Shawn (the owner) a good bit of the time we were there and shared some good laughs. We'll b back for sure!!!
We wont stay anywhere else when we're that way. The rooms are comfy and adorable and the owners of this place are unmatched. Unbelievably friendly and chill. Just want you want when you're staying away from home. We hungout wiith Shawn (the owner) a good bit of the time we were there and shared some good laughs. We'll b back for sure!!!
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Location
Convenient canal-side base near the Legacy Trail, beaches, downtown Venice, and a restaurant next door. The small airport and drawbridge nearby can add noticeable ambient noise.
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Hayley
22 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Thank you Shawn & Debbie for a great stay! We love the hotel, the decor, super clean, amazing experience. Great location on the canal, within walking distance to the bike trail, very near the beach, very near downtown, and a great restaurant just a few steps away. They put a lot of love and effort into their business and it shows through their wonderful hospitality. We plan to return in the future! Thanks again!
Thank you Shawn & Debbie for a great stay! We love the hotel, the decor, super clean, amazing experience. Great location on the canal, within walking distance to the bike trail, very near the beach, very near downtown, and a great restaurant just a few steps away. They put a lot of love and effort into their business and it shows through their wonderful hospitality. We plan to return in the future! Thanks again!
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Danielle
9 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We had a great experience! The owners were so sweet. The room was clean and had every amenity we could have needed. The inn was in a perfect location, super close to the beaches, downtown area and stores/restaurants. Will definitely stay here again!!
We had a great experience! The owners were so sweet. The room was clean and had every amenity we could have needed. The inn was in a perfect location, super close to the beaches, downtown area and stores/restaurants. Will definitely stay here again!!
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kathleen
17 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
great find. close to venice village. excellent location , its right on the bike path that goes along intracoastal waterway, down to the beach. if u go over the bridge it connects to the 40 mile Legacy Trail all the way to sarasota. would stay here again. they rent bikes at great prices, and even have e-bikes. units have kitchens.
great find. close to venice village. excellent location , its right on the bike path that goes along intracoastal waterway, down to the beach. if u go over the bridge it connects to the 40 mile Legacy Trail all the way to sarasota. would stay here again. they rent bikes at great prices, and even have e-bikes. units have kitchens.
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David
25 Nov 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location near bike path, easy travels to the beach, will definitely come back.
Great location near bike path, easy travels to the beach, will definitely come back.
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William
14 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The place was as clean and neat as can be. Also, kind of a unique place. There is an airport directly across the street and the takeoff flight path for the plans goes right over the top of this place. It's right next to the highway and only a few feet away from the bridge which has a steel grade on top of it. When cars go over it it's pretty loud. If you don't mind a little noise, this is a great place.
The place was as clean and neat as can be. Also, kind of a unique place. There is an airport directly across the street and the takeoff flight path for the plans goes right over the top of this place. It's right next to the highway and only a few feet away from the bridge which has a steel grade on top of it. When cars go over it it's pretty loud. If you don't mind a little noise, this is a great place.
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Jack
6 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The property is very well maintained and clean. Old Florida mom and pop kind of place that’s in a great location. The room had all of the amenities that are needed. Debbie and Shawn were great and they take pride in their work and it shows.
The property is very well maintained and clean. Old Florida mom and pop kind of place that’s in a great location. The room had all of the amenities that are needed. Debbie and Shawn were great and they take pride in their work and it shows.
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Raymond
30 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Property was very well kept. Room was clean and comfortable. Minutes from the beaches and dining.
Property was very well kept. Room was clean and comfortable. Minutes from the beaches and dining.
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George
13 Jul 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
Perfect location, less than 5 minutes from Sharky's, the pier and dog beach. Short drive to Walmart and lots of nearby places to eat. At the canal so boat watching from the tiki bar was great. Pool is 8 foot deep and crystal clear. Rooms were clean, very well stocked with cooking stuff, large fridge, and cooktop. Owners are more like friendly neighbors than inn owners. By FAR one of the best small inn or hotel I've ever stayed at. Also really dog friendly, and a 2 mile walking trail to the beach is at the property along the canal.
Perfect location, less than 5 minutes from Sharky's, the pier and dog beach. Short drive to Walmart and lots of nearby places to eat. At the canal so boat watching from the tiki bar was great. Pool is 8 foot deep and crystal clear. Rooms were clean, very well stocked with cooking stuff, large fridge, and cooktop. Owners are more like friendly neighbors than inn owners. By FAR one of the best small inn or hotel I've ever stayed at. Also really dog friendly, and a 2 mile walking trail to the beach is at the property along the canal.
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Bob
29 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was extremely welcoming, friendly and went above and beyond. You can tell when you stay here how much effort and personal touches have gone into the rooms and look of the property. It is convenient to the trails and close to Venice Beach and pier.
The staff was extremely welcoming, friendly and went above and beyond. You can tell when you stay here how much effort and personal touches have gone into the rooms and look of the property. It is convenient to the trails and close to Venice Beach and pier.
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Eileen
4 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The management staff are super friendly and helpful, and the place was spotlessly clean. They are in the midst of renovating the property but overall a great place to stay with pets. The one drawback is the odd location, kind of behind the marina (which isn't a problem) but under the drawbridge so cars going over create a fairly constant noise. Quiets down at night however. Not sure it's the ideal "beach vacation" location, but for short or even longer terms stays for those looking for a place in Vencie a great find!
The management staff are super friendly and helpful, and the place was spotlessly clean. They are in the midst of renovating the property but overall a great place to stay with pets. The one drawback is the odd location, kind of behind the marina (which isn't a problem) but under the drawbridge so cars going over create a fairly constant noise. Quiets down at night however. Not sure it's the ideal "beach vacation" location, but for short or even longer terms stays for those looking for a place in Vencie a great find!
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Dining
No on-site restaurant or breakfast is noted; guests often use the grills and in-room kitchens, and some appreciate the Old Salty Dog next door and casual happy-hour touches. Overall, food relies on cooking or nearby venues.
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Debra
17 Feb 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The Kon Tiki Inn was a true hidden gem! Small and unique, it is very comfortable and the manager, Debbie, was so thoughtful and helpful. My room was large and well appointed. The kitchenette was greatly appreciated. The closet are was ample and the bathroom was updated. The king size bed was so comfortable! Pool area was awesome and there was plenty of areas to walk my dog.
The Kon Tiki Inn was a true hidden gem! Small and unique, it is very comfortable and the manager, Debbie, was so thoughtful and helpful. My room was large and well appointed. The kitchenette was greatly appreciated. The closet are was ample and the bathroom was updated. The king size bed was so comfortable! Pool area was awesome and there was plenty of areas to walk my dog.
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keith
23 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The Place is great and clean! The owners Shaun and Debbie were very helpful with all our questions. The restaurant next door The Salty Dog is a plus as we got great service and food. The only downfall is the pool broke down and was out of order (not the owners fault things happen) but if you’re hoping to swim I’d call to see if it’s fixed yet. They had all the supplies to fit so hopefully it’s up and running before or next stay. The towels were so soft and the beds not terrible either. We stayed in #11. It’s close to everything and the downtown Venice area is very nice. Thanks again!!
The Place is great and clean! The owners Shaun and Debbie were very helpful with all our questions. The restaurant next door The Salty Dog is a plus as we got great service and food. The only downfall is the pool broke down and was out of order (not the owners fault things happen) but if you’re hoping to swim I’d call to see if it’s fixed yet. They had all the supplies to fit so hopefully it’s up and running before or next stay. The towels were so soft and the beds not terrible either. We stayed in #11. It’s close to everything and the downtown Venice area is very nice. Thanks again!!
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Donna
26 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a family run motel that is convenient to everything. The room was immaculate and the decor was very nice. Comfortable bed nice shower all the boxes checked. The pool is an absolute delight, and there’s even a grill in a tiki bar out by the pool area if you would like to take advantage of that. Debbie could not have been more accommodating. I will definitely be back and cannot recommend this highly enough..
This is a family run motel that is convenient to everything. The room was immaculate and the decor was very nice. Comfortable bed nice shower all the boxes checked. The pool is an absolute delight, and there’s even a grill in a tiki bar out by the pool area if you would like to take advantage of that. Debbie could not have been more accommodating. I will definitely be back and cannot recommend this highly enough..
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CYNDI
27 Mar 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a very small quaint property. If your looking for something besides the big hotels this place was great. It was recently remodeled. The managers of the property were great! They had open bar and a free bbq on Friday night. I would stay again.
This was a very small quaint property. If your looking for something besides the big hotels this place was great. It was recently remodeled. The managers of the property were great! They had open bar and a free bbq on Friday night. I would stay again.
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Stephen
6 Mar 2024
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Stayed 9 nights
Great place. They have done a good job of refurbishing it, very comfortable, good facilities, with pool and patio with tables and chairs, easy to find, plenty of parking. Restaurant next door Salty Dawgs is good too. Great hosts, friendly and helpful. Really enjoyed our stay.
Great place. They have done a good job of refurbishing it, very comfortable, good facilities, with pool and patio with tables and chairs, easy to find, plenty of parking. Restaurant next door Salty Dawgs is good too. Great hosts, friendly and helpful. Really enjoyed our stay.
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Daniel
22 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We really enjoyed our stay! It was clean and decorated nicely. The room was big and had a stove top, full fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. Would be a great place to stay for an extended stay.
We really enjoyed our stay! It was clean and decorated nicely. The room was big and had a stove top, full fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. Would be a great place to stay for an extended stay.
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George
13 Jul 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
Perfect location, less than 5 minutes from Sharky's, the pier and dog beach. Short drive to Walmart and lots of nearby places to eat. At the canal so boat watching from the tiki bar was great. Pool is 8 foot deep and crystal clear. Rooms were clean, very well stocked with cooking stuff, large fridge, and cooktop. Owners are more like friendly neighbors than inn owners. By FAR one of the best small inn or hotel I've ever stayed at. Also really dog friendly, and a 2 mile walking trail to the beach is at the property along the canal.
Perfect location, less than 5 minutes from Sharky's, the pier and dog beach. Short drive to Walmart and lots of nearby places to eat. At the canal so boat watching from the tiki bar was great. Pool is 8 foot deep and crystal clear. Rooms were clean, very well stocked with cooking stuff, large fridge, and cooktop. Owners are more like friendly neighbors than inn owners. By FAR one of the best small inn or hotel I've ever stayed at. Also really dog friendly, and a 2 mile walking trail to the beach is at the property along the canal.
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Alicia
10 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I would 100% stay again! It's a hidden gem the owners are very nice and accommodating. The place is newly remodeled and very clean!!! It's also 5 minutes ti several great beaches,shopping, restaurants. They have kitchenettes with a Small stove and pots and pans for cooking small meals. Has a nice sized pool for the property also!
I would 100% stay again! It's a hidden gem the owners are very nice and accommodating. The place is newly remodeled and very clean!!! It's also 5 minutes ti several great beaches,shopping, restaurants. They have kitchenettes with a Small stove and pots and pans for cooking small meals. Has a nice sized pool for the property also!
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Robert T.
26 Mar 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
A inexpensive to stay. Local restaurant nearby. Great walking path along the property. A small pool with a place to grill food!!
A inexpensive to stay. Local restaurant nearby. Great walking path along the property. A small pool with a place to grill food!!
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Jennifer
16 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This place was amazing. All newly remodeled and pool was amazing. They even have a little bar where you can make your own drink. The owners are so sweet and they even show you to your room. We will definitely be staying again
This place was amazing. All newly remodeled and pool was amazing. They even have a little bar where you can make your own drink. The owners are so sweet and they even show you to your room. We will definitely be staying again
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Glenn
14 Sept 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
This is the 4th time staying here, and always GREAT. Clean, very large room, mattress is so comfortable. They have an apartment size refrigerator, stove top, small sink, microwave, coffee maker dishes and pots and pans. We always bring out our food and cook. They provide coffee any time you need it. Pool area is so cute. The hosts Shawn and Debbie are terrific. They will do anything for you. Also the rooms are decorated with beach and shell themes. Loved this place
This is the 4th time staying here, and always GREAT. Clean, very large room, mattress is so comfortable. They have an apartment size refrigerator, stove top, small sink, microwave, coffee maker dishes and pots and pans. We always bring out our food and cook. They provide coffee any time you need it. Pool area is so cute. The hosts Shawn and Debbie are terrific. They will do anything for you. Also the rooms are decorated with beach and shell themes. Loved this place
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Melissa
1 Sept 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Our stay here Aug 2026 was great. We found our room clean and the host was nice! No issues. Would stay again.
Our stay here Aug 2026 was great. We found our room clean and the host was nice! No issues. Would stay again.
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Wade
13 Aug 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Macular trip it was an amazing experience in state we bicycle on our vacation and there was easy access to the legacy Trail and the rooms were clean the environment and the atmosphere was amazing. We will definitely return.
Macular trip it was an amazing experience in state we bicycle on our vacation and there was easy access to the legacy Trail and the rooms were clean the environment and the atmosphere was amazing. We will definitely return.
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Stacey
4 Aug 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Super friendly, very clean and soooo cute!
Super friendly, very clean and soooo cute!
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Tracy
2 Aug 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean, owners are very friendly and accommodating.
Very clean, owners are very friendly and accommodating.
Property policies
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Check-in
Check-out
From 15:00 to 17:00
Before 11:00
Security deposit
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FAQs about Kon Tiki Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, and it is uncovered.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are allowed with a fee of USD 10 per pet, per day, and a maximum of USD 25 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property is not wheelchair accessible, and there are no specific accessibility features mentioned.
What is the location of the property in relation to nearby attractions?
The property is located on Venice Island, just a 3-minute drive from Venice Beach and 6 minutes from Caspersen Beach. It is approximately 9.5 miles from Turtle Beach and 5 miles from Nokomis Beach.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
The property features an outdoor swimming pool. Operational hours and seasonal availability are not specified.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are welcome at the property, and there is no minimum age requirement for children to stay for free.
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The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
- 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
- Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
- Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
- Safety features at this property include a security system
- Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day (maximum USD 25 per stay)
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Free wi-fi
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Barbecue Grill (s)
Parking (Self) (free)
Front Desk (limited hours)
Services
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Front Desk (limited hours)
Laundry Facilities
Internet
Free wi-fi
General
Barbecue Grill (s)
Walkway to Water
Not Wheelchair Accessible
Parking
Parking (Self) (free)
Parking (Uncovered)