The Agustin Inn is a boutique inn at 29 Cuna Street in the historic district, and its pitch is simple: a romantic, adults-only base so central that St. George Street is about a minute away on foot, the Castillo de San Marcos and Flagler College about three minutes, and the Cathedral Basilica about five. The inn describes itself as combining historic character with modern comforts across three levels, with individually decorated rooms that carry antique touches. Most suites have a private in-room hot tub, which is the feature that sets it apart from the larger hotels nearby, and some rooms have balconies, some with city views. Bathrobes and premium toiletries, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and ceiling fans round out the rooms, and a common area keeps a coffee and tea station available around the clock. Outside, seating under live oaks gives guests a shaded place to unwind after a day on the streets. Guest scores are excellent, around 9.2 out of 10 from about a thousand reviews, with location and staff earning the highest marks. It is a good match for couples and for anyone who values quiet and privacy in a very busy part of town.
How the stay works
The inn is adults only, with a minimum check-in age of 19, and children under 18 are not permitted, so it is not a family option. Pets are not allowed. The front desk keeps daytime hours and guests use an access code, so it feels more like a private guesthouse than a staffed hotel, and arrival instructions matter.
Alcohol is not served on the property, but the streets around the inn are full of restaurants and bars, with the Columbia Restaurant and other options within a couple of minutes’ walk. Payment is by card, and a daily housekeeping fee applies unless you choose to tidy up yourself, so read the policies when you book.
Practical points
Parking is available on site in an uncovered lot for a nightly fee, which is useful given the scarcity of downtown spaces. Information about an elevator is inconsistent, with one description mentioning one and the accessibility notes saying there is none, so contact the inn if you need step-free access.
Rooms are described as standard kings or queens, with a superior room that has a balcony, so ask for a balcony if you want a view. Because the inn sits so close to St. George Street, a little evening noise from the surrounding blocks is possible, though many guests find the courtyard calm.
Who it suits
Couples on anniversaries or honeymoons, adult travelers who want a quiet central base, and Nights of Lights visitors who want to walk out into the lights and return to a private retreat. Choose it if the in-room hot tub appeals and you want old-town access without a big-hotel atmosphere.
If you need an on-site restaurant, a pool, children’s facilities or round-the-clock staffing, the Casa Monica or the Hilton will serve better, and the St George Inn offers a more conventional hotel structure. For romance in the middle of the oldest city, the Agustin Inn is among the best-positioned small inns.
Why stay here
- ✓Adults-only boutique inn
- ✓Private in-room hot tubs in most suites
- ✓Courtyard seating under live oaks
- ✓24-hour coffee and tea station
- ✓Antique-styled rooms
- ✓Balcony rooms available
- ✓On-site parking
- ✓One minute to St. George Street
Good questions
Is the Agustin Inn adults only?+
Yes. The minimum check-in age is 19 and guests under 18 are not permitted.
How close is it to the sights?+
About one minute from St. George Street and three minutes on foot from the Castillo de San Marcos and Flagler College.
Does it have parking and an elevator?+
There is paid on-site parking. Information about an elevator is inconsistent, so contact the inn if you need step-free access.
