Casa Monica Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection

This is an interesting hotel. We are here now, so here are my thoughts. It is not worth the price. I spend about $1.5 Million annually in hotels for my company and personal Travel. Consequently, I rate hotels based on what they are seeking to achieve. This one is missing the mark a bit. First, the service: outstanding. Good service. From McKenzie at the front desk to the bellmen and valets. The service is great. The Location is amazing. The hotel is visually beautiful. It is pretty from the moment you walk in. Here is where it falls: the suite we purchased is really just a room. Although pretty, it is not a suite. It is small with a small shower and relatively small living space. I spend a lot of time in real suites and this is not a suite. I almost think they must have made a mistake. But at an average of $450 per day, this is a bit of a rip off - especially on the second floor, where I have a view of St. Augustine's few low end stores. Just a disappointment. If you want a bigger room (but crumby service) go to the Hilton.

We had one amazing day at this richly appointed historic hotel. We were greeted by Luis at the front desk and he took beautiful care of us with a gorgeous room upgrade and some expert advise to get around town. Everything in this European Style Resort exudes class, and the decor and furnishings beckon you to take part in their comfort. We loved imbibing at the bar and had a delectable dinner at Costa Brava, And all of this luxury was brought to us by using our Marriott points! Bravo to all of the staff as well!

I have stayed at multiple Autograph collection properties and I would say this one is quite average. I tried to call ahead and ask about upgrades but at the time they said they didn't have any even for Ambassador status members. The rooms were slightly outdated and the parking was quite expensive. The location is very nice and central and had a good experience with the staff. Breakfast is not free even for Platinum members also (It was my buddies wedding day and they still wouldn't offer a free breakfast for him). My next trip will try to look for other Marriott properties with a better value.

My wife and I stayed at Casa Monica last Saturday night. The front desk staff was friendly and let us check in a little early on Saturday afternoon. Our second floor room was clean and had a nice view of the park, to the north. Our stay would have been great if not for nearby guests returning to their rooms regularly, between midnight and 4 am, talking loudly and letting their doors slam shut. They all seemed to know each other, so I am guessing that they may have been there for a wedding? The room doors do not do a very good job of blocking noise. We could understand everything that was being said. We only managed to get about 4 hrs of sleep, but had a great weekend, otherwise. Inconsiderate people seem to be everywhere these days, so it was not the hotel's fault. Just be aware that for some reason, sound really travels in these rooms on the second floor.

Wonderful rooms, very spacious. Note: be certain to request a room near the elevator as some of the rooms require quite a walk from the elevator. Staff is very helpful and courteous. Good location to spend time in St Aug’s.