Sunshine motel

3554-3560, 3560 US-17, Winter Haven, FL 33881, Auburndale, United States

Guest rating: 2.6 / 5

Overview

Sunshine motel is a budget-oriented motel in the Auburndale/Winter Haven area of Central Florida, located at 3554–3560 US-17, Winter Haven, FL 33881. Its public rating is 2.6 out of 5 based on 63 reviews, suggesting a mixed guest experience. Star class and amenities are not documented in the available listing data.

Location

The motel sits along US-17 with quick access toward Winter Haven attractions and the LEGOLAND area. Downtown Winter Haven is about 4.2 km away, and a waterski show point of interest is about 3.4 km away. Major theme-park draws are close by: LEGOLAND® Florida Resort (~8.8 km), LEGOLAND® Florida Water Park (~8.2 km), and PEPPA PIG Theme Park Florida (~9.2 km).

Nearby attractions

Within roughly 8–9 km are multiple LEGOLAND-related rides and areas, including LEGO® NINJAGO® World (~8.5 km), The Great LEGO® Race (~8.6 km), THE LEGO® MOVIE™ Masters of Flight (~8.9 km), DUPLO® Valley (~8.8 km), Mia’s Riding Adventure (~8.7 km), and Pirate River Quest (~8.4 km). Cypress Gardens is also nearby (~8.2 km). For nature and aviation interests a bit farther out, Circle B Bar Reserve is ~14.9 km away and Fantasy of Flight is ~14.3 km away.

Best for

This motel is best suited to travelers prioritizing a low-cost base near Winter Haven and the LEGOLAND® Florida area, with major attractions generally within about 8–9 km. It may also appeal to short-stay guests who mainly need a place to sleep while spending days at nearby parks and downtown Winter Haven.

Travel tips

Plan on driving or using rideshare, as the property is on US-17 and the listing does not document any shuttle service. If your itinerary focuses on LEGOLAND® Florida Resort and related attractions, you can expect roughly a 15–20 minute drive depending on traffic. Downtown Winter Haven is closer (about 4.2 km) for additional dining and errands.

What guests say

Reviews commonly frame Sunshine motel as a low-cost option in the area, with some guests explicitly choosing it for price. Cleanliness is described as acceptable relative to the budget level and surrounding area. Negative feedback includes disputes around deposits, with at least one guest reporting difficulty getting a deposit returned. Overall sentiment reflects mixed expectations: value-seeking stays alongside concerns about policies and the guest experience.

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