We have created a list with the best central luxury hotels in Florida Keys, USA. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Mia Dahl & Kent Berg. Updated December 2023.
Creative. Cool. Comfortable beds. Located in Key West, Florida, this adult-only hotel offers two outdoor pools. Duval Street is a 1-minute walk away, and Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory is 3 minutes’ drive from the hotel. A private balcony or patio with property views is provided in all rooms at The Gardens Hotel Key West. A flat-screen cable TV, ironing facilities, and a refrigerator are also featured in each room. Free Wi-Fi is available for guests. Guests can also take advantage of on-site bicycle hires, massage services, and concierge services. Live jazz music is performed in the gardens every Sunday evening as well for guests to enjoy. The Key West Shipwreck Museum, Key West Aquarium, and Conch Tour Train are all located less than 2 km away. The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum is 500 m away from The Gardens Hotel.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most CREATIVE boutique hotels in Florida Keys. It also has SUPER COMFORTABLE BEDS.
Elegant. Nice style. Rooftop pool. This adult-only Key West H2O Suites is 200 metres from Duval Street and features a year-round outdoor rooftop pool with a sun terrace. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. A flat-screen TV, as well as an iPod docking station are featured. All rooms have a sitting are and view of the tropical courtyard. Certain rooms include a private pool. The rooms come with a private bathroom. Extras include bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. The property provides a free welcome drink upon arrival and a complimentary happy hour for everyone. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. The resort also offers bike hire. Southernmost Point is 400 metres from H2O Suites, while Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum is 500 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Key West International Airport, 4 km from the property.Show full description
Elegant. Friendly staff. Playa Largo Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection is set on 14.5 private bayfront acres in Key Largo, Florida. The resort features a year-round outdoor pool, private cabanas, a hot tub, fire pits, and water sport facilities. Each room boasts an interactive iPad and smart TV with cinema-effects for streaming movies and music. A dining table and seating area are included in each accommodation. The resort's La Marea restaurant has a variety of fresh vegetables and herbs grown in the property's seaside garden. The waterfront restaurant, Sol by the Sea, offers fresh seafood and a rum bar. The full-service Ocean Spa has skin and nail treatments, a salon, and fitness counseling and classes. Guests can even schedule an en suite massage. Views of the Florida Bay, a private marina, and a boat launch ramp are featured at the Playa Largo Resort. Paddle boards, kayaks, snorkeling, diving, boating, and ocean excursions are available on site. The resort is 4.3 km from Dolphins Plus Oceanside, where guests can swim with dolphins, and John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park is 11 minutes' drive away.Show full description
Situated in Marathon, within 7 km of Conch-Air Florida Keys Scenic Flights and 10 km of Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters, Isla Bella Beach Resort features a private beach area. Located around 6 km from Seven Mile Bridge, the resort is also 10 km away from Captain Hook s Marina Dive Center. A Deep Blue Dive Center is 11 km away. At the resort, rooms have a terrace. Rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV, and certain units at Isla Bella Beach Resort have a balcony. The rooms feature a private bathroom with a bath. The property has a full breakfast menu to choose from. Our in-house restaurant serves a variety of Hawaiian Regional Cuisines. The wellness area at the accommodation is comprised of a hot tub and a fitness centre. Guests at Isla Bella Beach Resort will be able to enjoy activities in and around Marathon, like cycling and fishing. The resort also provides a business centre and guests can use the on-site ATM machine, check the newspapers or use the fax machine and photocopier at Isla Bella Beach Resort. Round-the-clock assistance is available at the reception. Dolphin Research Center is 19 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Florida Keys/Marathon International Airport, 8.1 km from Isla Bella Beach Resort.Show full description
Very clean. Popular among business travellers. This all-suite hotel in Key West is only 1 block from the Atlantic Ocean and Duval Street. Each suite is equipped with a full kitchen and 48-inch flat-screen cable TVs. Two outdoor heated pools are surrounded by gardens at Santa Maria Suites Resort. A full-service concierge and free on-site parking are available. On-site dining is available at Ambrosia, which serves Japanese cuisine. Smoothies and fresh fruit are served poolside and guests can also enjoy a complimentary daily happy hour featuring wine and hummus. Free WiFi is available in each suite at the Santa Maria Resort along with nightly turndown service. Washers and dryers are included. The Clinton Market Square shopping area is a 5-minute drive from the resort. The Ernest Hemingway House is an 11-minute walk away and Fort Zachery Taylor Historic State Park is 1.3 miles away.Show full description
Highly elegant. Great value. Friendly staff. Situated in Key Largo, this adult-only (21+ years old), all inclusive resort features luxurious bungalows, a private beach, daily yoga, four restaurants, two outdoor pools and jacuzzis, a full service spa, and an on-site fitness centre. Guests will experience unlimited breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as premium beverages, during their stay from our multiple restaurants and bars. Non-motorized watersports, such as paddle boarding and kayaking, can also be enjoyed at Bungalows Key Largo - All Inclusive. Our spacious bungalows offer private verandas with large soaking tubs, outdoor showers, and outdoor seating. Additional room amenities include a 60-inch Smart TV, Keurig® coffee-making facilities, microwave, and small refrigerator. John Pennekamp State Park is 6 km from Bungalows Key Largo - All Inclusive. The nearest airport is Miami International Airport, 80 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most ELEGANT resorts in Florida Keys. It also has great affordability.
This Hyatt Windward Pointe is situated in Key West, 5.7 km from the Southernmost Point, and boasts a year-round outdoor pool and hot tub. A fully equipped kitchen is provided in every apartment. Additional en suite amenities include a private bathroom, balcony and ironing facilities. A separate living room is also included. Enjoy the on-site barbecue facilities at Hyatt Vacation Club at Windward Pointe. Bicycle hires are available, and fishing, scuba diving and parasailing are available nearby. Southernmost Point is 5 km from Hyatt Windward Pointe, while Duval Street is 5 km away. The nearest airport is Key West International Airport, 1 km from the property.Show full description
Very stylish. Creative. Very clean.Opened December 2020. Facing the beachfront, The Capitana Key West offers 4-star accommodation in Key West and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a hot tub. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.1 km from Smathers Beach. The rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a fridge, a microwave, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Rooms include a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while certain rooms have a patio and others also boast sea views. At the hotel all rooms include bed linen and towels. Staff at The Capitana Key West are available to provide advice at the 24-hour front desk. Rest Beach is 2.2 km from the accommodation, while Higgs Beach is 2.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Key West International Airport, 1 km from The Capitana Key West.Show full description
This might be one of the most STYLISH boutique hotels in Florida Keys. It also has exceptional cleanliness.
Hyatt Beach House Resort is located in Key West 6.4 km from Duval Street. An outdoor pool and hot tub are featured. Suites come fully equipped with a kitchen, separate dining room, and private screened-in balcony. Flat-screen TVs are standard in every room. You can engage in various activities, such as snorkelling, windsurfing and fishing. The resort also offers bike hire and a small bar on site called Jimmy's Ocean Blue, which serves lite fare. Key West International Airport is 3 km away. East Martello Museum and Gallery is 7 minutes' drive away.Show full description
Creative. Stylish. Friendly staff. Located at the Stock Island Marina, The Perry Hotel & Marina Key West is just one bridge from Key West and features luxury accommodations, waterfront pool, two dockside sea-to-table restaurants and a boutique. Guest accommodations include an oversized private balcony, artisanal bath products and a flat-screen TV. Enjoy on-site amenities including two waterfront pools, direct marina access to water activities, complimentary shuttle service to Old Town, on-site parking and WiFi. The property's three dockside restaurants, Matt's Stock Island Kitchen & Bar and Salty Oyster Dockside Bar & Grill and Sloppy Joe's Dockside, feature happy hour, Sunday Brunch and award-winning cuisine. Lively Duval Street is 8 km drive from The Perry Hotel & Marina Key West. Key West International Airport is 4.8 km drive away.Show full description
Very central. Trendy. Rooftop bar. Centrally located in the old town area of Key West, Florida, this waterfront hotel features an outdoor heated pool and hot tub. Key West Aquarium is adjacent to the hotel. A cable TV comes standard in each room at the Opal Key Resort & Marina. A work desk, hairdryer and ironing facilities are also included. A business centre and fitness centre are available on site at Key West’s Opal Key Resort & Marina. Guest can also enjoy access on-site shops and water-sports facilities. Bistro 245 features American fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Castaways Pool Bar offers light poolside dining options. Historic Duval Street is just 6 minutes’ walk from this hotel. Guests will be opposite Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Society & Museum.Show full description
Positioned on 27 acres of lush gardens and 1000 feet of private waterfront, Cheeca Lodge & Spa is a luxury resort in Islamorada, Florida. It features a 9-hole par 3 golf course, on-site spa, and 525-foot fishing pier. Downtown Key Largo is a 20-minute drive from Cheeca Lodge & Spa. Each guestroom includes dark hardwood furniture and a balcony with views of the resort. Guests can watch movies on the 42-inch flat-screen TV with DVD player or browse the internet with free WiFi. An in-room safe and coffee maker are also provided. Adult and family-style swimming pools can be enjoyed at the resort. Additionally, a fully equipped fitness centre, 6 tennis courts, and a full-service watersports facility are open to guests. Three restaurants and a tiki bar are located on-site at Cheeca Lodge & Spa. Atlantic’s Edge offers tropically-inspired cuisine amid a classic décor while Nikai Sushi Bar & Restaurant serves nigiri, sashimi, and more. Long Key State Park is 13.7 miles from the resort.Show full description
Elegant. Cool. Great views. Boasting panoramic water views, Oceans Edge Key West, Preferred Hotels & Resorts Collection offers 6 swimming pools and a waterfront bar and restaurant. Complimentary WiFi is provided for all guests. Duval Street is 19 minutes' drive from Oceans Edge Key West, Preferred Hotels & Resorts Collection. Guest accommodation feature views of the water and include a balcony or patio. The private bathroom comes stocked with free toiletries and a hairdryer. A flat screen TV is provided in all rooms. Suites feature additional living space. Select rooms feature an additional bathroom. The hotel includes a paddle shop, onsite water sports, and a 165-slip marina. Yellowfin Bar and Grills specializes in American-Caribbean creations. Southernmost Point is 8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Key West International Airport, 3 km from the property.Show full description
Great restaurant. A tranquil and relaxing retreat directly on the beach in the Florida Keys, this property offers spacious accommodations equipped with microwaves and refrigerators and easy access to attractions and activities. Relax and enjoy beautiful views from fully furnished private porches or lanais. Spend the afternoon lounging by the Islander's 2 on-site swimming pools. Enjoy on-site dining at Beachside Bar and Grill. Easily discover a variety of activities only minutes from the Islander Resort, including snorkeling and scuba diving. Enjoy deep-sea fishing, sailing or browsing the local shops, also only a short distance away.Show full description
Creative. Great location. Great views. Ocean Key will be renovating our guestrooms and suites from August 1st to October 31st, 2023. Guestrooms and suites will still be available in our Mallory Square facing building. Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, this luxury Key West resort and spa features an outdoor pool with gulf views. Our oceanfront pool, Hot Tin Roof and the Sunset Pier will remain open. Spa Terre will remain open when possible. We want to be sure that all of our guests are aware of the renovations. It is important that we are transparent regarding these projects. We are sorry for any inconvenience. We have listened closely to our guest comments and have kept them in mind throughout the design process. We are excited to unveil the enhancements in the Fall. Free WiFi is provided at Ocean Key Resort and Spa. On-site SpaTerre offers massage therapies, nail treatments, facials, and other spa services. The resort houses an on-site fitness centre and fishing boats, jet skis, and glass-bottom boat tours are available. From spa baths and private balconies offering partial and full ocean views, rooms and suites at Ocean Key Resort come well equipped. A coffee machine and a private bathroom are also featured. Enjoy dinner and dancing over the water at Sunset Pier or experience seafood paired with crafted cocktails at waterfront Hot Tin Roof. LIQUID Pool – Bar - Lounge serves cocktails and snacks. Mallory Square plaza is 1 minutes’ walk as are the restaurants, bars, and entertainment of Duval Street.Show full description
Great restaurant. Comfortable beds. Popular among business travellers. Located in Key Colony Beach, Florida, this hotel offers an outdoor pool and a private beach area. Free Wi-Fi access is available. A microwave and refrigerator come standard in each room at Glunz Ocean Beach Hotel. A flat-screen TV is included. At Glunz Ocean Beach Hotel guests will find a fitness centre. Other facilities offered include luggage storage and launderette. Fishing is possible on site. Havana Jack's Oceanside Restaurant and Bar is on site and offers Florida Keys-style cuisine including fresh seafood with indoor and outdoor dining options. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner. Dolphin Research Center is 9 minutes’ drive from this hotel. Guests will be 4 miles from Curry Hammock State Park.Show full description
Super central. Superb breakfast. Comfortable beds. Popular among business travellers. Set on Marathon's waterfront, Faro Blanco Resort & Yacht Club is easily identifiable by its historic lighthouse. The property has a full-service marina, 125 accommodations, and a restaurant. Amenities on the property include 2 outdoor pools, game lawn, sunset cruise nightly, dive trips, and daily activities and lawn games. Sites and activities close to the resort include The Turtle Hospital, Aquarium Encounters, Pigeon Key, Crane Point Museum and Nature Center, Sombrero Beach, Bahia Honda State Park.Show full description
This might be one of the most CENTRAL resorts in Florida Keys. It also has a central location.
Hip. Great location. Great value. Located just 57 metres from Key West's famous Duval Street, this hotel offers an outdoor infinity pool with a waterfall. Free WiFi access is given to guests. A 42-inch flat-screen TV comes standard in every The Saint Hotel Key West, Autograph Collection guestroom. En suite ironing facilities and a private bathroom, complete with a bathrobe and shower, are also provided. At The Saint Hotel Key West, Autograph Collection, Autograph Collection, daily maid service and concierge services are available for guests' convenience. Guests can use the bicycle services to explore Key West and enjoy free on-site parking. On-site Burgundy Bar offers a breadth of drinks and cocktails for guests while Tempt Restaurant serves American dishes. The inn is 480 metres from Key West Aquarium and 480 metres from Mallory Square. Key West International Airport is 9 minutes' drive.Show full description
This is likely one of the coolest small hotels in Florida Keys.
Very clean. Great location.Opened October 2020. Located in Islamorada, 1.7 km from Upper Matecumbe Key, The Islands of Islamorada provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers a range of water sports facilities, a concierge service and free WiFi. Guests can use the hot tub, or enjoy sea views. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. Each room is equipped with a kettle, while some rooms are equipped with a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a stovetop. At The Islands of Islamorada rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a children's playground. Guests at The Islands of Islamorada will be able to enjoy activities in and around Islamorada, like snorkelling. Windley Key is 3.7 km from the hotel, while Pigeon Key is 20 km away. The nearest airport is Miami International Airport, 119 km from The Islands of Islamorada.Show full description
Tranquility Bay Resort offers beachfront accommodation in Marathon, FL. Three pools are located on site, including an adult-only pool and a heated pool for children. Every charming guestroom includes a flat-screen TV, small refrigerator, and coffee-making facilities. Beach homes feature an en suite kitchen, 42-inch flat-screen TV, and private laundry facilities. Relax with in-room spa services or workout in the on-site fitness room. Water sports, such as kayaking and paddle boarding, are available. Open for dinner, Butterfly Café serves fresh seafood and offers indoor and outdoor dining. T.J.’s Tiki Bar features salads, paninis, and a selection of appetizers and cocktails. Crane Point Museums & Nature Center is 3 minutes’ drive. Explore the swamps, beaches, and hiking trails of Curry Hammock State Park, 13 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
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