Guest Comments and Accolades

accolades

"Best on the Waterfront" by Arrington's Inn Traveler
Winner: "City of St. Augustine Beach Landscaping Beautification Award"

Community Involvement

La Fiesta owners, Rich & Lauren are active members of the following local organizations:

St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce
St. Augustine Attractions Association
Visit Florida
St. Johns County Visitors & Convention Bureau
St. Augustine Beach Civic Association
Flagler College Presidents Council
Northeast Florida Community Hospice
Council on Aging

Public Service

In November 2012 Rich was re-elected to the St.Augustine Beach City Commission. On January, 2013 Rich was re-elected Vice Mayor of St. Augustine Beach. He previously served as Mayor in 2011, Vice Mayor in 2007 and Mayor in 2008 and Commissioner in 2009 & 2010. Rich also serves on the St. Johns County Visitors and Convention Bureau. He previously was n 8 year member of the Tourist Development Council.

Lauren has a rich history in property management and sales. She has volunteered with our local Hospice for many years and serves on the advisory board of Opportunity International. Lauren has done numerous mission trips throughout the world.

Guest Comments

2013

We got to meet owners Rich & Lauren and they were so nice and accommodating. They have a real passion for making everything very nice. Loved it!" Mike & Karen, Pool king
"We love the service, room atmosphere and everything you have provided. Thank you for making our first stay such a pleasure. Everything perfect." Susan H., garden view king
"Heated pool at 84 degrees in February was fantastic-we love it here." Brian K. & family, Suite
"We love the renovations-nice job! The new furniture and flat screen TV's in the rooms are lovely. You do a very nice job here." Mike & Kim, Apartment
"We have returned here several times and we appreciate the amount of love & care you put into this beautiful property." Dan & Stephanie, Ocean View room
"This place is awesome!", Annette F., Pool area room
"Our room was very, very nice, bed was very comfortable and we enjoyed the sofa and having a refrigerator." Bard & Ken, Pool area room
"Great place to stay-we will recommend to friends." Wendy & Lance W., Pool area room

2012

"We come every winter because of the excellence at your establishment! New entry doors & locks are very nice" John, 2 level ocean view suite
"Wonderful-wish we had found La Fiesta a long time ago!! We love the new tile & granite floors and flat screen TV's. Thanks." Patricia C., pool area room
"We have totally enjoyed our stay and your hospitality. We hope to return soon." Aimee B. Pool area room
"We keep coming back and are always happy at La Fiesta. Love the landscaped beach access." Carol & Jack, ocean view room
"We have thoroughly enjoyed the good feel, good service and friendly staff." Mike T. Pool area room
"Excellent stay and breakfast. Scones were excellent, warm and you could tell they were freshly baked-very nice." Karen M., Pool area room
"Delivered breakfast was a great touch! Adds class to an already great place!" Luciano, pool area room
"We have thoroughly enjoyed the good feel, good service and friendly staff at La Fiesta." Mike T., Pool area room
"We love this place!" Burkhart's, pool area room
"We will be back! Great amenities and your rates are great for an oceanfront property with a large heated pool and free delivered breakfast." Carl & Jane, pool area room
"We had a wonderful time, everything was terrific! David A., 2-level townhouse Jacuzzi Suite
"Especially enjoyed the real fruit for breakfast. Much better than other hotels-very nice!" Greta H., 2-level townhouse Jacuzzi suite
"Kim was excellent front desk person. We didn't expect to stay overnight and she provided all the needed toiletries. This was really service! You have a wonderful staff." Mary & Jerry L. oceanview room
"We enjoyed our stay. Thank you." Lisa P. Pool are room
"We asked ourselves, why haven't we stayed here before. It was great!" Browns, pool area room
"Very Great time. We will be returning for a future visit!" Ron & Jessica, Oceanview Jacuzzi king
"Best Hotel ever, we loved La Fiesta!" Jeremy D., Pool area room
"Your staff is awesome! Very attentive to every request. Thank you so much." Blake & Toni, pool area room
"We had a great time. Thank you for your kind hospitality. We loved the room and the great ocean views." Alan & Maude, ocean view townhouse suite
"You exceeded our high expectations!" Conner & Mindy, pool area room
"We always enjoy it here! Cheryl is great, Kim is great and the owners are great too. We will be back! Fans since 1980. " Albert & Janie, ocean view room
"It is a pleasure being here again. We appreciate your hospitality very much." Mike & Andrea, Ocean view townhouse suite.
"It was great to stay at an Inn with a fantastic beach beach like La Fiesta. Loved our rooms and southern hospitality" Barb, & Ken, Apartment Suite

USA Today Travel recommends La Fiesta
From USA Today:
"For St. Augustine visitors looking for a place with a scenic view of the Atlantic Ocean, La Fiesta Ocean Inn and Suites offers just the spot. The townhouse suites can accommodate up to five guests, and couples will especially enjoy the Jacuzzi bathtub and fireplace. The hotels puts you just 10 minutes from the historic district and 30 seconds away from the cool ocean waters of the Atlantic. When the ocean turns too cold, hop into the massive heated pool. La Fiesta Ocean Inn and Suites 810 A1A Beach Blvd. St. Augustine Beach, FL 32080 904-471-2220" (December 2010)