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Of all the Keys, Key West is the most well known.
Its also the farthest south and home to the southernmost point in the United States.
Key West is home to the weird and wonderful.
Sunset Key Cottages
But where to stay while youre there?
Read on to find our top picks.
The resort fee is one of the heftiest weve seen.
The Perry Hotel & Marina Key West
This hotel earned a spot on our Worlds Best Awards list in 2021, 2022, and 2023.
While the setting can be quite romantic, Sunset Key Cottages is a family-friendly and dog-friendly property.
The marina location is about five miles from the main drag of Duval Street.
Santa Maria Suites Resort
The Perry Hotel & Marina Key West made our Worlds Best Awards list in 2021.
Flatscreen TVs, coffeemakers, unstocked mini-fridges, and private balconies come standard.
Traveling with your pup?
Gardens Hotel
The dog-friendly pet policy has no weight restrictions, and there are two dog parks nearby.
The apartment-hotel style of this property may not be for everyone.
Santa Maria Suites is an all-suite boutique property with large two-bedroom suites clocking in at over 900 square feet.
Ocean Key Resort & Spa
Tropical garden grounds give guests a relaxing place to get away and decompress after a day out sightseeing.
We love the attention to detail this small hotel brings to the table.
Gardens Hotel
The hotel has several eco-friendly practices and awards, and theres no resort fee.
Oceans Edge Resort & Marina Key West
The colonial-style decor can feel dated and theres no on-site restaurant.
You cant name your hotel after your gardens and not deliver.
Plus, they go the extra mile with eco-friendly practices from recycling to heating water with solar panels.
The Capitana Key West
But do those hotels have a self-serve wine gallery featuring over 30 wines from around the world?
There is no direct beach access.
However, these memorable waterfront views dont have a beach, only seawall.
Simonton Court
Instead, guests soak up the sun at the pool.
There arent a lot of on-property amenities.
Some travelers may prefer to be closer (think: walking distance) to Key Wests main drag.
Hyatt
Oceans Edge Key West Resort & Spa is a dockside resort on Stock Island.
The full-service 165-slip marina makes it easy for you to tie-up and check in.
Its no wonder this celebrated Key West resort made our Worlds Best Awards list in 2022.
Southernmost Beach Resort
H20 Suites
Its an all-suite boutique property with a rooftop pool and nearby beach access.
The minimum age is 25.
Theres also a small gym on property.
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This is an adults-only hotel with a minimum age of 25.
The Capitana Key West
Its one of the few hotels in Key West with direct beach access.
Although this boutique hotel is family-friendly, its a popular spot for couples.
Simonton Court Historic Inn & Cottages
Simonton Court
There are some thoughtful freebies and no resort fee.
This is a garden-set historic property with very limited accessibility.
Simonton Court Historic Inn & Cottages offers up a taste of Key West in the islands Old Florida style.
If youre looking for a cute and quaint bed and breakfast, this is your frontrunner.
Hyatt Centric Key West Resort & Spa
Hyatt
Every room has a balcony.
Its on the water, but on a seawall without a beach area.
The unpredictable Wi-Fi and early-rising resident roosters arent for everyone.
Its a great family-friendly option for travelers looking for a quieter Key West experience without having to sacrifice walkability.
There are two clothing-optional upper sundecks on the property which may not appeal to everyone.
Alexanders Guest House is a 17-room guesthouse and one of Key Wests proudly gay-owned and -operated hotels.
Another feature worth mentioning about this adults-only hotel?
Theres an upper-level sun deck and its clothing-optional.
Keep in mind that even if there are no hurricanes, youll likely still experience short but heavy downpours.
For anything farther off of Duval, rideshare services are affordable and readily available.
The only time youll need to travel by car is getting to and from the airport.
What I dont love is how expensive these flights can be.
But time is money, so for some, its worth the extra price and shorter travel times.
They declared their secession from the United States and the formation of the Conch Republic.
Its a quirky, creative, and queer-heavy party and everyone is invited.
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