When was Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview last inspected?

Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

What are the most common violations at Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview?

The most frequently cited violations at Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview are: Outer openings protected, Chemical properly stored, Clean multi-use utensils.

How many health inspections has Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview had?

Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview find?

Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview was most recently inspected on March 26, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview ever been shut down?

No, Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

Has Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview had any fire safety violations?

Yes, Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

Has Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview faced any disciplinary actions?

Yes, Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $620.00 in fines.

How much has Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview been fined?

Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview has been fined a total of $620.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

Has Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview operated under other names?

Yes, this location previously operated as: Stay Suites of America Crestview (2015-2017).

Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview

Last inspected: March 26, 2026

3709 S Ferdon Blvd, Crestview, FL 32536

Okaloosa County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Shiv Sai 2023 LLC
DBPR License: SEA5603412
Previously: Stay Suites of America Crestview (2015–2017)

Overview

Hometown Inn and Suites operates a 22-seat permanent food service facility in Crestview. The facility has been inspected 20 times since 2015, averaging 2.4 violations per inspection—well below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has incurred 2 disciplinary actions totaling $620.00 in fines. Fire safety violations were documented in 2015 and 2017 for missing current boiler insurance inspector reports and certificates. The most recent 5 inspections, spanning from October 2019 through March 2026, recorded zero violations, with the latest inspection on March 26, 2026 resulting in no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

20Inspections

48Violations

0Closures

2Fire

$620in Fines

Last inspected DBPR: March 26, 2026

Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview: Comparison to Okaloosa County Averages

This Facility 2.4 violations / inspection 2.4 violations per inspection

Okaloosa County Avg 2.41 violations / inspection 2.41 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Okaloosa County Avg 0.1 closures / facility 0.1 county average

Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $620.00

Disciplinary action history for Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview
Action Date	Case Number	Fine	Violation Date	Enforcement Office
Oct 21, 2019	6--2019050067	$300.00	Sep 25, 2019	Miami (Doral)
Aug 21, 2019	6--2019039484	$320.00	May 30, 2019	Fort Lauderdale

Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

2017 — 1 fire violation

May 5, 2017 — Routine - Food · 48-01-5 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. **Repeat Violation**

Legal Basis: Reporting: (9) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspector¿s boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure/high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.

2015 — 1 fire violation

Nov 10, 2015 — Food-Licensing Inspection · 48-01-5 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Was certified with previous owner, discussed with GM about acquiring a new certificate.

Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)

2026 — 1 inspection0 violations

Mar 26, 2026 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2025 — 1 inspection0 violations

Mar 12, 2025 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2024 — 1 inspection0 violations

Mar 22, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2023 — 1 inspection0 violations

Jan 19, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2021 — 1 inspection0 violations

Oct 15, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2020 — 1 inspection0 violations

Aug 26, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2019 — 7 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority

Nov 18, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 25, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 25, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 21, 2019 — Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 20, 2019 — Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

Jul 29, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 30, 2019 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

2018 — 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority

Dec 5, 2018 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Feb 8, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 30, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

2017 — 4 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority

Dec 7, 2017 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 4, 2017 — Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 17, 2017 — Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 5, 2017 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage

Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview last inspected?: Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview?: The most frequently cited violations at Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview are: Outer openings protected, Chemical properly stored, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview had?: Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview find?: Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview was most recently inspected on March 26, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview ever been shut down?: No, Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview had any fire safety violations?: Yes, Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview faced any disciplinary actions?: Yes, Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $620.00 in fines.
How much has Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview been fined?: Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview has been fined a total of $620.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Hometown Inn and Suites in Crestview operated under other names?: Yes, this location previously operated as: Stay Suites of America Crestview (2015-2017).