Southwinds Inn by The Gold Nests
Guest rating: 4.1 / 5
Overview
Southwinds Inn by The Gold Nests is a small beach apartment building in Florida with 10 individually decorated, individually furnished accommodations. It’s designed for self-catering stays, with full in-unit kitchens and living space rather than a traditional hotel layout. Public ratings are 4.1/5 based on 148 reviews.
Apartments & In‑unit features
Each unit includes air conditioning and heating, plus a separate sitting area and a separate dining area. Kitchens are equipped with a refrigerator, oven/stove, and microwave, and units also include a coffee/tea maker and an iron/ironing board. Flat-screen TVs with cable are provided, and housekeeping is available on request.
On-site amenities
Guests have access to complimentary Wi‑Fi and free parking is listed among the amenities. Outdoor features include barbecue grills and a picnic area. The property is pet-friendly, and family-focused essentials like a crib are available.
Location & getting around
For public transit, A1A & Jackson St bus stop is about 116 m away. Hollywood train station is around 5.1 km away, while Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport is about 7.7 km away; Miami International Airport is about 29.4 km away. Dining nearby includes Taco Beach Shack (about 621 m), GG's Waterfront (about 828 m), The Mermaid Queen (about 203 m), and Le Tub (about 1.1 km).
Best for
This property suits travelers who want an apartment-style, self-catering beach stay, thanks to the in-unit kitchens (refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave) and separate sitting/dining areas. It can also work well for small groups and longer stays with conveniences like Wi‑Fi, laundry (washer), and on-request housekeeping. Pet owners may appreciate that it is pet-friendly.
Travel tips
If you plan to rely on transit, the A1A & Jackson St bus stop is very close (about 116 m), and Hollywood station is roughly 5.1 km away. While free parking is listed, at least one guest reported parking complications during nearby road construction; consider checking current street and access conditions before arrival. Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport is the closest major airport at about 7.7 km away.
What guests say
Guests commonly highlight the apartment-style setup as comfortable for groups, with enough space for multiple people to stay together. The property’s self-catering layout (kitchen and living areas) aligns with a practical, longer-stay feel. A negative theme mentioned is disruption from nearby road construction, including early-morning noise. One guest also reported frustration about parking logistics during construction and dissatisfaction with how a complaint about the situation was handled.
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