When travelling to the idyllic Key West, hotel findings can often be quite difficult; there is just simply too much to choose from. Making the ultimate decision of where to spend a few relaxing days can often boil down to one simple question: why choose hotels when travelling to the laid-back, relaxed island of Key West?

In the light of its sunny aqua water and well-worn streets, the island of Key West offers many unique benefits to their visitors. The accommodation providers are no exception, with seemingly endless options that dovetail into the spirit of the tropical city. From luxurious resorts and rustic cabins to unique bungalow havens, Key West has an array of establishments that can completely transform your stay.

The listed amenities make hotel stays particularly inviting. Many feature restaurants that serve world-renowned delicacies and fully stocked bars. Furthermore, some establishments boast private spas, pools, and even docks that are fun for the entire family to explore. If a traveler prefers more of a rugged experience, there are a plethora of private cabins that transport its visitors back to a simpler time.

The hospitality team is another reason why hotels are such a popular attraction. Knowing the locals and their customs can make all the difference in the world when visiting Key West. Most importantly, the knowledgeable staff can help design an immersive stay, offering activities, meals, or tours that will make the journey even more memorable.

In many ways, choosing a hotel in Key West feels like putting a cherry on top of a tropical sundae. With the bountiful options, it’s easy to find a place to stay that will not only fulfill your needs but also align with the one-of-a-kind West Key experience.

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  • Blue Marlin Motel
  • Southwinds Motel
  • Hilton Garden Inn Key West / The Keys Collection
  • Courtyard By Marriott Key West Waterfront Hotel
  • The Conch House Heritage Inn
  • The Garden House Hotel

Blue Marlin Motel

1320 Simonton Street

Blue Marlin Motel Key West, located 700 metres from The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and 25 minutes on foot from the bustling plaza "Mallory Square", features a swimming pool for guests to take a dip in. This 2-star hotel also provides Wi Fi available in public areas.

The accommodation is placed in Duval with tons of local favorites including La Trattoria, Blue Heaven Restaurant, Nine One Five Bistro and Wine Bar, Grand Café, Bagatelle, and Mangoes, only a short drive from Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory. From the Blue Marlin Motel it will take 25 minutes to walk to Front Street. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Dog Beach, which is about a 5-minute stroll away. The best historical sights to visit here include the historic fort "West Martello Tower", situated within 9 minutes' stroll of Blue Marlin Motel. This property is sited only metres from Lower Keys Shuttle bus stop.

Southwinds Motel

1321 Simonton Street

Featuring hire of bicycles as well as Wi Fi throughout the property, Southwinds Motel is set in Key West, nearly 11 minutes' walk from South Beach. Boasting a location a walk from Higgs Beach, the motel offers 58 rooms together with a lounge bar onsite.

The centre of Key West can be reached within 20 minutes' walk of this unpretentious 2-star property, and such cultural venues as The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum are merely 850 metres away. From the Southwinds Motel it will take nearly 20 minutes to walk to Audubon House and Tropical Gardens. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Dog Beach, which is just 300 metres away. Southwinds Motel allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Nancy Forrester's Secret Garden a 5-minute ride away. This property is located 0.5 km from Key West International airport and nearly 5 minutes' walk from Lower Keys Shuttle bus stop.

Hilton Garden Inn Key West / The Keys Collection

3850 North Roosevelt Boulevard

The upscale Hilton Garden Inn Key West / The Keys Collection is located about a 5-minute ride from Collections Key West Art Gallery and offers 24 hour front desk assistance, concierge service and ironing. Featuring 141 rooms with views of the pool, the 4-star inn is set a 15-minute drive from Key West Aquarium.

This Key West property is placed in the entertainment district of Key West, within 15 minutes' drive of The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. Cultural sights in the area are the fully accredited Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Museum (6 km) and Fort East Martello Museum (2 km). The newly built hotel also provides access to shopping attractions like the waterfront Mallory Square, which are 6 km away. Hilton Garden Inn Key West / The Keys Collection is located in the very heart of Key West, 5 minutes' drive from Key West International airport.

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Courtyard By Marriott Key West Waterfront Hotel

3031-41 North Roosevelt Boulevard

The 3-star Courtyard By Marriott Key West Waterfront Hotel offers 74 rooms, and it's merely a 5-minute walk from Dive Key West. The hotel, located 2.5 km from Higgs Beach Dog Park, boasts a heated swimming pool along with a Jacuzzi and an outdoor swimming pool.

The lovely accommodation lies 3.6 km from The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and 2.8 km from Key West Firehouse Museum. Cultural sights in the area are Southernmost Point of the Continental US Monument (3.7 km) and the 19 - acre Key West Cemetery (2.9 km). The nearby notable religious buildings include the Minor Saint Mary Star of the Sea Basilica, 3 km from this Key West hotel. Courtyard By Marriott Key West Waterfront Hotel is located 0.5 km from Key West International airport and in close proximity of North Roosevelt Home Depot bus stop.

The Conch House Heritage Inn

625 Truman Ave

The 3-star Conch House Heritage Inn Key West, located 6 minutes on foot from The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and around a 10-minute ride from Smathers Beach, features a swimming pool for guests to take a dip in. Highlights at this Key West inn include WiFi throughout the property.

The property is set only a short stroll away from the Minor Saint Mary Star of the Sea Basilica, in the very heart of the historic Downtown Key West district. At the Conch House Heritage Inn Key West you'll be 800 metres from Dog Beach. The bustling plaza "Mallory Square" is about a 5-minute drive from the accommodation. There is Fleming & Grinnell bus stop not too far from The Conch House Heritage Inn.

The Garden House Hotel

329 Elizabeth St

The Garden House Hotel is situated in a historical district, 10 minutes' drive from Key West International airport. The inn offers Wi Fi throughout the property, a private parking garage nearby and a swimming pool.

The accommodation is located in the heart of Key West, around a 16-minute stroll from the downtown commercial zoned Duval Street and 16 minutes' walk from The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. Mile Marker 0 Store is a super close walk to the Garden House Key West, while The Oldest House Historical Place Museum is merely 350 metres away. Along with other cultural attractions the fully accredited Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Museum is nestled 950 metres from the property. The 2-star Garden House Hotel stands within a 5-minute walk of Key West First Legal Rum Distillery, near Caroline & Grinnell bus stop.

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