Key West resorts range from beachfront properties with private sand to historic hotels steps off Duval Street. The Marker Waterfront Resort, for instance, sits just one block from the action, offering all-suite accommodations with full kitchens and two heated pools surrounded by gardens. Meanwhile, The Reach Key West, Curio Collection by Hilton, provides a 137-meter private beach and a spa, with the Ernest Hemingway House only a 10-minute walk away.
Rates vary by season and property type. Expect to pay from $200 to over $500 per night for resort rooms, with beachfront and spa resorts commanding higher prices. For the best value, consider Parrot Key Hotel & Villas, which features four swimming pools and a mobile pool bar, or the DoubleTree by Hilton Grand Key Resort, which offers free shuttle service to Old Town and the airport. Book in advance, especially during peak season (December-April), and check for package deals that include parking or resort credits.