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Top-rated hotels in Key West
The 15 highest-rated 4-star hotels in Key West, ordered by guest score and the number of stays behind it. Every one carries a score from verified stays, from The Gardens Hotel's 4.9 down to 4.3, so this shortlist is for travellers who want proof of quality before they choose.
Staying in Key West
Key West sits in Florida, and every stay on this site's list there is classed four or five star by the supplier, with guest scores drawn from verified stays. This shortlist narrows that field to 15 properties, and the scores are tightly bunched: 4.9 at the top, 4.3 at the bottom, so the differences are small and specific. The addresses explain most of the choice. Several hotels face the waterfront along Front Street and Duval Street — Ocean Key Resort, Sunset Key Guest Cottages, Opal Key Resort & Marina, the Galleon Resort and Marina, Pier House and the Hyatt Centric. Couples and short-break visitors tend to want Old Town walkability; families and longer stays gain from the self-contained resorts; business travellers have the most-reviewed options on Front Street.
The shortlist
Ranked by guest rating, then number of reviews.
The Gardens Hotel
526 Angela Street
Why stay hereA 4-star address on Angela Street with an exceptional guest rating of 4.9 from 650 reviews, The Gardens Hotel sits among the most consistently praised stays in Key West. Couples and travellers who value a quiet, adults-oriented atmosphere will find plenty to like here, while its position on Angela Street keeps you within the older part of the island. Guests booking a 4-star property with this volume of strong feedback tend to be looking for somewhere polished and calm.
See The Gardens HotelSanta Maria Suites
1401 Simonton St
Why stay hereSanta Maria Suites is a 4-star property on Simonton St with a guest rating of 4.7 across 563 reviews. Families and groups often prefer this kind of suite-based setup, and the consistently high scores suggest guests leave satisfied. It is a good pick for those who want the space and flexibility of suites rather than a single standard room, and who value a property with a well-established record of positive reviews in Key West.
See Santa Maria SuitesThe Guesthouses at Southernmost Beach Resort
1317 Duval St Key West Florida 33040
Why stay herePart of The Guesthouses at Southernmost Beach Resort on Duval St Key West Florida 33040, this 4-star option holds a guest rating of 4.7 from 269 reviews. The guesthouse format tends to suit travellers who want a smaller-scale stay within a larger resort setting. Its Duval St address places it in the heart of Key West's main thoroughfare, making it a natural choice for visitors who would rather walk out of the door and straight into the island's busiest stretch.
See The Guesthouses at Southernmost Beach ResortOcean Key Resort A Noble House Resort
Zero Duval St.
Why stay hereOcean Key Resort A Noble House Resort occupies Zero Duval St. and is a 4-star hotel with a guest rating of 4.6 drawn from 2282 reviews. The very large number of reviews points to a well-established, high-traffic property, and couples and leisure travellers make up much of its audience. An address at the very start of Duval St. appeals to guests who want to be at the centre of Key West's waterfront and its best-known street at the same time.
See Ocean Key Resort A Noble House ResortGalleon Resort and Marina
617 Front St Key West Fl 33040 Usa
Why stay hereGalleon Resort and Marina is a 4-star property at 617 Front St Key West Fl 33040 Usa, rated 4.6 by guests across 1105 reviews. The name announces its defining feature, and travellers drawn to boats and waterfront settings are the natural audience here. Front St puts guests close to the harbour side of Key West, and the substantial review count indicates a property that has hosted a wide range of visitors, from couples to families, on repeat stays.
See Galleon Resort and MarinaBishop Hotel Key West
822 Fleming St
Why stay hereBishop Hotel Key West is a 4-star hotel at 822 Fleming St with an outstanding guest rating of 4.9, though it is supported by just 72 reviews so far. That small number means the property is a newer or more intimate entry compared with Key West's long-established resorts. It suits travellers who prefer a smaller, less crowded address inland from the waterfront and who are comfortable choosing a hotel on the strength of early, very positive guest feedback.
See Bishop Hotel Key WestThe Capitana Key West
2401 North Roosevelt Boulevard
Why stay hereThe Capitana Key West is a 4-star hotel at 2401 North Roosevelt Boulevard with a guest rating of 4.6 from 905 reviews. Its setting along North Roosevelt Boulevard places it away from the dense old-town streets, which appeals to guests who want easier access by car and a quieter base. The solid review volume suggests a dependable choice for couples and families alike who are happy to be a little removed from the busiest parts of the island.
See The Capitana Key WestSunset Key Guest Cottages A Westin Reso
245 Front Street Key West Florida 33040
Why stay hereSunset Key Guest Cottages A Westin Reso offers a 4-star cottage format, reached from its 245 Front Street Key West Florida 33040 address, and holds a guest rating of 4.6 from 877 reviews. The cottage arrangement suits couples and families who want individual units rather than corridors of rooms. Guests who value a resort brand alongside a more private, low-rise style of accommodation are the obvious audience, and the review count shows a steady stream of satisfied visitors.
See Sunset Key Guest Cottages A Westin ResoOpal Key Resort & Marina Key West
245 Front Street
Why stay hereOpal Key Resort & Marina Key West is a 4-star hotel at 245 Front Street with a guest rating of 4.5 from 4394 reviews, by far the largest review base on this list. That volume indicates a large, busy property used to handling plenty of guests. Its Front Street location and marina setting make it a practical pick for travellers who want to be near the waterfront and the old town, and who are comfortable in a bigger, higher-energy resort.
See Opal Key Resort & Marina Key WestThe Perry Hotel & Marina Key West
7001 Shrimp Road
Why stay hereThe Perry Hotel & Marina Key West is a 4-star property at 7001 Shrimp Road, rated 4.5 across 1474 reviews. The marina is central to its identity, and the address sits well away from the dense centre, which suits guests arriving by boat or by car who prefer space over proximity. Travellers who want a resort with a strong nautical feel and a setting apart from Duval Street's crowds are the natural fit.
See The Perry Hotel & Marina Key WestPier House Resort & Spa
1 Duval St
Why stay herePier House Resort & Spa is a 4-star hotel at 1 Duval St with a guest rating of 4.4 from 1796 reviews. The name makes the spa a headline reason to book, and guests looking to build relaxation into their stay are well served. Sitting at the head of Duval St, it places you at the old town's edge near the water, a combination that appeals to couples and to travellers who want both a spa and quick access to Key West's central streets.
See Pier House Resort & SpaHyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa
601 Front St
Why stay hereHyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa is a 4-star hotel at 601 Front St with a guest rating of 4.4 from 1771 reviews. The spa and the Front St waterfront position are the main draws for guests who want a full-service resort near the old town. Brand-loyal travellers and couples looking for a dependable, well-reviewed base within walking reach of Key West's central streets are the audience this property suits best.
See Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and SpaWinslow's Bungalows Key West Historic Inns
725 Truman Avenue
Why stay hereWinslow's Bungalows Key West Historic Inns is a 4-star stay at 725 Truman Avenue, rated 4.4 by guests over 1056 reviews. The bungalow style and historic-inn character appeal to travellers who want something more individual than a standard hotel block. Its Truman Avenue address keeps guests in the older residential grid of Key West, a good fit for couples and repeat visitors who value a quieter setting with easy access to the island's central streets.
See Winslow's Bungalows Key West Historic InnsOceans Edge Key West Resort Hotel & Marina
5950 Peninsular Avenue
Why stay hereOceans Edge Key West Resort Hotel & Marina is a 4-star property at 5950 Peninsular Avenue with a guest rating of 4.3 from 3323 reviews. The marina setting and the outlying address define the experience here, making it a strong option for guests who arrive by boat or want to be away from the bustle of the centre. The large review count reflects a busy resort, and travellers who prioritise space and a waterfront position over central proximity are its core audience.
See Oceans Edge Key West Resort Hotel & MarinaBeachside Resort & Residences
3841 N Roosevelt Blvd Key West Florida 33040
Why stay hereBeachside Resort & Residences is a 4-star hotel at 3841 N Roosevelt Blvd Key West Florida 33040 with a guest rating of 4.3 from 2955 reviews. The name points to its beachside character, and the residences element suits families and longer stays that benefit from more self-contained accommodation. Guests who want a resort-style base with beach access along North Roosevelt Boulevard, rather than a room in the historic centre, are the travellers this property fits.
See Beachside Resort & Residences
How to choose
For the highest scores
The Gardens Hotel holds 4.9 from 650 reviews and Bishop Hotel Key West also scores 4.9, from 72. Santa Maria Suites and The Guesthouses at Southernmost Beach Resort both reach 4.7, with 563 and 269 reviews behind them. These four lead the shortlist on verified guest score.
The Gardens Hotel · Bishop Hotel Key West · Santa Maria Suites · The Guesthouses at Southernmost Beach Resort
For the most reviews
Opal Key Resort & Marina has 4394 reviews at 4.5, Oceans Edge 3323 at 4.3, Beachside Resort & Residences 2955 at 4.3, and Ocean Key Resort 2282 at 4.6. Travellers who want a large body of guest feedback to read through should start with these.
Opal Key Resort & Marina Key West · Oceans Edge Key West Resort Hotel & Marina · Beachside Resort & Residences · Ocean Key Resort A Noble House Resort
For Old Town addresses
Gardens on Angela Street, Bishop on Fleming Street, Santa Maria on Simonton St and The Guesthouses on Duval St all sit in the Old Town grid, as do Winslow's Bungalows on Truman Avenue and Pier House at 1 Duval St. Couples and short-break visitors who want to be among the streets rather than on the highway should look here.
The Gardens Hotel · Bishop Hotel Key West · Santa Maria Suites · The Guesthouses at Southernmost Beach Resort · Winslow's Bungalows Key West Historic Inns · Pier House Resort & Spa
For waterfront and marina settings
Ocean Key at Zero Duval St., Sunset Key Guest Cottages, Opal Key Resort & Marina and Pier House all address Front Street, the Galleon Resort and Marina is on Front St at 617, and the Hyatt Centric is at 601 Front St. A cluster of high-scoring stays on one waterfront street.
Ocean Key Resort A Noble House Resort · Sunset Key Guest Cottages A Westin Reso · Opal Key Resort & Marina Key West · Galleon Resort and Marina · Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa
Questions, answered
How many hotels are on this shortlist and how are they ordered?
15 hotels, each classed 4-star by the supplier and each carrying a guest score from verified stays. They are ordered by that score, weighted by how many reviews stand behind it, from The Gardens Hotel at 4.9 to Beachside Resort & Residences at 4.3.
Which hotel here has the most guest reviews?
Opal Key Resort & Marina at 245 Front Street, with 4394 reviews and a score of 4.5. Oceans Edge Key West Resort Hotel & Marina follows with 3323 reviews at 4.3, then Beachside Resort & Residences with 2955 at 4.3.
Which hotels score highest with guests?
The Gardens Hotel and Bishop Hotel Key West both score 4.9, from 650 and 72 reviews. Santa Maria Suites and The Guesthouses at Southernmost Beach Resort follow at 4.7, from 563 and 269 reviews.
Are any of these hotels outside the centre?
Yes. The Capitana Key West is at 2401 North Roosevelt Boulevard, Beachside Resort & Residences at 3841 N Roosevelt Blvd and Oceans Edge at 5950 Peninsular Avenue, while The Perry Hotel & Marina Key West is furthest out at 7001 Shrimp Road. Scores range from 4.6 to 4.3.
Which hotels are closest to the waterfront?
Ocean Key Resort at Zero Duval St., Sunset Key Guest Cottages and Opal Key Resort & Marina at 245 Front Street, the Galleon Resort and Marina at 617 Front St, the Hyatt Centric at 601 Front St and Pier House at 1 Duval St all hold waterfront-street addresses. Their scores run from 4.6 to 4.4.
Do all these hotels have the same star class?
Yes. Every hotel on this shortlist is classed 4-star by the booking supplier; none is five-star. Guest scores are the measure that separates them, and those come from verified stays rather than from the supplier's classification.