Stay at Kentucky Motel, Bradenton, FL. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking, and easy access to top attractions like The Ringling Museum and Bishop Museum of Science.
Visitors appreciate the motel's cleanliness, quiet atmosphere, and strict but caring owners who maintain safety and order. While basic in amenities, it offers good value for those prioritizing price and peace.
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Kentucky Motel is a modest, budget-friendly lodging option located on South Tamiami Trail in Bradenton, Florida. This two-star motel offers basic accommodations with essential amenities such as free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and complimentary parking. Guests can expect a straightforward experience without on-site dining, breakfast service, a pool, or fitness facilities. The property is accessible and non-smoking but does not permit pets.
The motel’s setting is practical for visitors focused on sightseeing and local recreation, as noted by its proximity to nearby attractions like The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens. Tampa International Airport, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, and St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport are all within reasonable driving distance, making it a convenient stop for travelers arriving by air.
Guest feedback highlights a mix of experiences. Cleanliness and affordability receive positive remarks, with several reviews praising the quiet atmosphere and the attentive, strict management aimed at maintaining safety and order. Some criticisms address dated room features and maintenance issues, but overall, the motel is regarded as a dependable option for travelers seeking simple accommodations without extra frills.
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM, with check-out by 10:00 AM. The relaxed and no-nonsense approach fits guests looking for basic comfort and a safe environment rather than luxury or extensive services. Kentucky Motel suits budget-conscious visitors and those needing a convenient base near Bradenton’s cultural sites.
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This is the nicest motel I have ever stayed at in my experience. Rooms are very clean and prices are extremely reasonable. I did not see any bugs and the staff was very friendly depending upon the person. I can see that the owner can be strict but it is better like that in a way otherwise the property would be garbage like the rest of the motels surrounding them. No they do not allow visitors anymore but that's only because people have ruined it for everyone and taken advantage of of it when it was allowed and the visitors would be rambunctious and leave A mess. Other motels surrounding this area I wouldn't even give a half a star if it was possible.
This is an affordable place to stay, the pillows were super thin the mattress was medium firm room was clean only walls were covered with yellow film of nicotine from years of cigarettes. The shower leaked from the knobs which I believe to be the issue with poor pressure. Toilet worked as should sink had been updated . Had a medium refrigerator to accommodate plenty of drinks/food, 4 burner stove top full sink microwave and a window shaker ac unit that kept room comfortable. The staff were friendly and accommodating. My stay was great it's very quiet and for the location I was happily surprised not to see any homeles or suspicious type that was surprising the owners stay on top of things. My stay was enjoyable and I would stay here again in future. Rm #17
Have been a longtime guest at KM. It is clean, quiet, and a good value. The owners are kind, considerate people. It's likely that many of the bad reviews were from people who were denied a room for understandable reasons (could not pay, very loud, disturbing other guests).
Of all the motels on 14th Street this is the 5 star of them all!!! People say the owners are strict that is for good reasons. No visitors for good reasons, it keeps it safe. We stayed at this motel over 2 weeks with 3 different rooms. Only room 25 had roaches not a lot of roaches just a few. Room 15 and 30 no roaches. It's a safe place. Of all the places on 41 aka 14th this is the best place to stay. If u need anything they will assist u. I would highly recommend them. It's a peaceful quiet place to stay. owners care about the property. The price is great. And the place is clean and quiet and safe. Ignore the bad reviews. If u need to stay on 14th this is the very best place u can stay. Highest recommendations. The owners care about their motel. They do their best to keep it clean and safe. Id definitely rent from them again. Thank you for being amazing u... Definitely the best motel in Bradenton on 14th Street.
Peaceful, relaxing and quiet. Nats are in the room and bathroom smells like urine, but all in all. Nice area, affordable and available.
Overall my stay at the Kentucky motel was awesome!!! The staff was very nice especially the woman at the front desk. Her son was very accommodating also when it came to helping me with my booking. I initially was gonna stay 1 night but extended my stay because I had such a relaxing time. The rates are some of the best in town too. And I’m top of it all, I avoided a hurricane while being comfortable. Tv and chill all day long plus some much needed rest and we never lost power. Definitely coming back and I highly recommend staying here.
This motel I read the reviews posted. Absolutely not true nor fair to the lady who runs this hotel. It is so affordable and she keeps it very clean. I'm OCD and I would be crazy if this place was anything but CLEAN. She doesn't tolerate unruliness from her guests which we appreciate cause we are elderly and here to work. Those reviews are from people she didn't tolerate and she got lied upon and given bad reviews. I can almost guarantee that. She has an excellent cleaning lady that is superb. Excellent place to stay and excellent price.
I stay here every Sunday. It's not fancy. But there is a bed, bathroom, and tv. And you can smoke in the room. There is a KWIK STOP less than a block away. Also, the owners don't tolerate foot traffic, drugs, or disruptive behavior. I consider it a safe, reliable place to lay my head for a night.
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