The 8 Best Hotels in Key West for Couples

If sun, sea, and powder white sand is your perfect setting for a romantic break then Key West is the ideal destination for you. Beyond the beaches, there are gorgeous traditional houses, activities a-plenty, and a laidback vibe. For the complete romance package, booking a hotel that offers something a little extra for couples is a good choice. With this in mind, our hotel experts have compiled a collection of the best hotels in Key West for couples. Whether you want all-out luxury (think your own private island) or something a little more discreet — there is something to suit most tastes. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your romantic escape?

For a private island

• Sunset Key Cottages is a luxurious hotel set on a private island, just minutes from the city, but feeling a million miles away! Cottages range from two to four bedrooms and the design throughout has a country club feel. Complete with a spa, exceptional service, gorgeous white sand beach, and a host of on-site activities — settings don't get much more romantic than this!

For a historic stay

• Marquesa Hotel is a historic property with whimsical peaked roofs, gingerbread trim, and wooden porches. Romantic rooms boast marble baths, hand-carved beds, and heirloom furnishings. The elegant restaurant, Cafe Marquesa, serves imaginative Neo-American cuisine. A charming hideaway for couples.
• Southernmost House is a stunning Victorian-era house boasting spectacular sea views and an enviable location on the sophisticated end of Duval street. Romantic rooms are bright and spacious with hardwood floors and four-posters. An atmospheric stay for romance.

For luxury

• Winslow's Bungalows is the largest Kimpton hotel on Key West. Chic rooms have bohemian interiors with elegant touches such as summer cane beds and private patios. With three outdoor pools, an atmospheric bar, and verdant gardens — this is a luxurious choice for a romantic getaway.

For a resort

• Ocean's Edge Hotel & Marina is a stylish resort located by the sea. Suites are perfectly primed for romance while the spa offers couples' massages. With six swimming pools and watersports activities available, this is ideal for active couples who want everything on-site.
• Pier House Resort & Spa is a luxury hotel and spa located right on the oceanfront. Spacious rooms are simply styled with floor-to-ceiling windows, antique-style furniture, and crisp white linen. Boasting Key West's only full-service spa and a romantic seaside restaurant — this is a great choice for a couples' escape.

For a boutique

• The Gardens Hotel is a stylish boutique hotel set in verdant grounds. The beautifully appointed guestrooms have elegant, dark wood furniture, and unique artwork. Unwind with a cocktail by the outdoor pool or catch a live jazz session in the hotel gardens. A great hideaway for a romantic couples' break.

For a B&B

• The Mermaid and The Alligator is an elegant and intimate B&B. Rooms are spacious and stylish with tropical decor, four-poster beds, angled bay windows, and luxury linens. With quiet terraces, a large pool, bicycles to take to the beach, and romantic extras available — this is a quaint base for couples.

Still not sure where to book?

• Explore our entire list of the best hotels in Key West.
• Browse through our collection of the best hotels in Key West on the beach or the best B&Bs in Key West
• Expand your search to include the best hotels in the Florida Keys.
• Check out all the best places to stay in Florida.
• Alternatively, contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.

  • Marquesa Hotel Key West 27 rooms from CA$276

    
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    Sights nearby  -  Five blocks from the Gulf of Mexico and within walking distance of the main tourist sights and museums

    Lively area  -  Downtown Key West just a block from the main thoroughfare, Duval Street

    Restrictions on children  -  No children under 14 allowed

    Restaurant  -  Cafe Marquesa

    

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    Historic property in bustling Key West, with whimsical peaked roofs, gingerbread trim and wooden porches. Rooms have marble baths, hand-carved beds and heirloom furnishings. The elegant restaurant "Cafe Marquesa" serves imaginative Neo-American cuisine with an Asian twist and excellent seafood. See More

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  • The Mermaid and The Alligator Key West 9 rooms from CA$353

    
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    Romantic Break  -  Plan a special weekend away with a bottle of Veuve Cliquot Champagne and chocolate-dipped strawberries on arrival

    Local exploring  -  The shops, galleries, and restaurants of Duval Street are just three streets away

    Beach Life  -  With bicycles to rent, spend an entire day exploring the beaches of Key West

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    An elegant and intimate B&B in Key West. Rooms are spacious and stylish with tropical decor, four-poster beds, angled bay windows and luxury linens. Enjoy a homemade breakfast on the lush and tropical terrace. On hot days, relax by the pool or grab a bicycle and explore the beaches of Key West. See More

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  • Southernmost House Key West 18 rooms from CA$379

    
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    Romantic Break  -  An old Victorian house that sings of romance; rooms have four-posters and the property has an exclusive 'hide-away' feel

    City Style  -  Set on the quiet end of Duval Street surrounded by art galleries and high-end eateries

    Adult Only  -  Must be aged over 18 years

    Swimming Pool  -  Outdoor pool

    

    A stunning Victorian-era house boasting spectacular sea views and an enviable location on the sophisticated end of Duval street. Romantic rooms are bright and spacious with hardwood floors and four-posters. There's a large pool, breakfast is served, and Key West's main sites are just a stroll away. See More

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  • Ocean Key Resort & Spa Key West 100 rooms from CA$459

    
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    Romantic Break  -  Spacious suites and a spoiling spa offering couples' treatments - this is an ideal choice for a romantic break

    City Style  -  Vibrant Floridian style located in Key West's sought after Duval Street

    Close to nightlife  -  Just steps from Duval Street's renowned nightlife

    Swimming Pool  -  Outdoor pool

    

    A chic resort set in Key West's most famed nightlife spot (Duval Street). Vibrant suites have a whole lot of character with tropical-inspired colouring, luxury bathrooms and the best have terraces with sea views. There is a fully-fledged spa and three restaurants, one set on a pier. A grown-up stay. See More

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  • The Gardens Hotel Key West 20 rooms from CA$725

    
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    Romantic Break  -  The relaxed atmosphere at this adults-only hotel is perfect for a couples' retreat; book a massage for a romantic evening in

    Local exploring  -  With a prime location close to the best bars and restaurants of Key West, there is plenty to explore local to this hotel

    Hideaway  -  Set in a secret garden in the heart of downtown Key West, this hotel makes a great hideaway holiday destination

    Restrictions on children  -  Adults-only hotel

    

    This stylish hotel is set in verdant grounds in Key West, Florida. The beautifully appointed guestrooms have elegant, dark wood furniture and unique artwork. Unwind with a cocktail by the outdoor pool or catch a live jazz session in the hotel gardens. A great hideaway for a romantic couples' break. See More

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  • Sunset Key Cottages Key West 40 rooms from CA$1038

    
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    Families  -  Private cottages, some with their own pools, give the feel of a private family holiday with the convenience of hotel amenities

    Beach Life  -  Beautiful white sand beaches wrap the tiny island that this resort sits upon

    Romantic Break  -  Exclusive and private, the perfect choice for a romantic break

    Fishing  -  Charter a deep sea-fishing excursion for the day

    

    A luxurious Key West stay. Set on a private island just minutes from the city but feeling a million miles away! Cottages range from two to four bedrooms and the design throughout has a real country club feel. Complete with a spa, exceptional service, a restaurant and a host of on-site activities. See More

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  • Pier House Resort & Spa Key West 142 rooms from CA$499

    
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    Spa breaks  -  The Spa at Pier House is Key West's only full-service spa offering a wide range of facials, wraps and massages

    Active Holiday  -  Key West is renowned for its watersports from parasailing to jetskiing as well as diving in the coral reefs

    Restaurant  -  One Duval offers ocean views and specialises in seafood

    Whirlpool Bathtub  -  Book the Presidential Suite for a whirlpool tub

    

    A luxury hotel and spa located right on the ocean in Key West. Spacious rooms are simply styled with floor-to-ceiling windows, antique-style furniture, and crisp white linen. Boasting Key West's only full-service spa and a romantic seaside restaurant - this is a great choice for a couples' escape. See More

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  • Winslow's Bungalows Key West 85 rooms from CA$395

    
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    Local exploring  -  Key West offers frequent festivals to tropical open-air bars, the sliver of an island balances revelry and relaxation

    Groups  -  The largest of the Kimpton group on Key West with three pools and spacious rooms and suites

    Swimming Pool  -  Three outdoor pools

    Sailing  -  Can be booked nearby.

    

    The largest of the 5 Kimpton hotels on Key West. Chic spacious rooms with artful, bohemian interiors and elegant touches such as summer cane beds and private patios with lush furnishings. The idyllic space has three private pools, an outdoor bar and vibrant gardens. Suitable for groups or couples. See More

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Written by Katie Harris

posted Monday, 15th August 2022