

That includes The Gates Key West, an upscale boutique hotel with affordable rates and a star attraction in Rum Row, a buzzy poolside bar and lounge decorated in a funky beach-shack style with a huge selection of rum cocktails. While the historic Old Town is Key West's most charming district, New Town, at the island's entry point, has its own distinct vibe and far more affordable hotel options. Many lower-category rooms overlook the parking lot.
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Pros: The rum-based "Mary Pickford" welcome cocktail sets a fun, breezy tone from the start, and the lively Rum Row lounge is a great alternative to the jam-packed bars along Old Town's Duval Street.Ĭons: Gates Hotel is far from Old Town attractions (though there is a free daily guest shuttle), and there is no full restaurant on-site. On-site amenities: Poolside bar and lounge, pool, cigar lounge, food truck, shuttle More on our methodology for selecting hotels.All hotels have COVID-19 protocols and procedures in place, which we've noted below, to promote the health and safety of guests.īrowse all the best Key West hotels below, or jump directly to a specific area:.Hotels range in price during low season from $219 to $789 per night to suit a range of budgets, but those rates vary wildly during peak season.Several also have spas, pretty views, and other amenities to relax the Key West way. Every hotel has a pool, along with restaurants and bars highlighting local seafood, rum drinks, and live music.Parking on Key West is limited, so all Key West hotels are well located near Old Town, New Town, Mallory Square, the Historic Seaport, museums, attractions, and outdoor offerings to explore by foot or bike.I also researched ratings and reviews from trusted traveler sites like Trip Advisor and to make sure others' experiences backed up my own.As a South Florida-based food-and-travel writer for international publications and guidebooks since 1992, I've stayed at many of these hotels personally and vouch for their experience and value.The best hotels in Key West were selected based on the following criteria: Because Key West is not known for its beaches, being without a pool can make a stay rather sticky in the summer and it's a must for any hotel you book. The following represent the best on the island, including highly-rated properties with central locations and great amenities such as pools. These looks are replicated in the many hotels that dot Key West, ranging from quirky and eccentric to elegant and sophisticated. Located in the temperate Florida Straits, it boasts lush tropical foliage, paradisaical weather, and warm waters for diving, fishing, paddle boarding and more.Įvery time I visit this magical place I come away deeply impressed by the commitment locals have made to preserving the historic Victorian pastel-painted homes. Sometimes weird, often wacky, but always wonderful, Key West is the southernmost island in the United States.
