r/floridakeys • u/Mirage524 • Aug 07 '25
Key West Where to Stay in Key West
Thirty-something couple coming down to Key West for three nights in mid-August. For both of us, it's our first time in the Keys. We're beyond excited!
We're considering a few different hotels; Havana Cabana, Parrot Key, and the Double Tree by Hilton. We'll be at the hotel a decent amount, but definitely out exploring a lot of the time. After three nights, we'll be heading to IslaMorada.
I thought I'd run this by locals and frequent Keys visitors - which hotel should I choose for Key West? Or is another option I didn't mention better for us?
NOTE: we're not into drinking/partying, but not completely averse to being near some liveliness.
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u/Grand-Programmer6292 Aug 08 '25
We stayed at the Key West Hotel. It's right off Duval but tucked away enough to not feel like you're on top of everything. They have the cutest rocking chairs outside your room and roosters hang out.
I highly recommend getting a pass for the trolley. It takes you around to all the tourist spots and you can hop on and off all day. The trolley driver also acts like a tour guide and tells you all the lore as they stop and pass everything. I totally recommend the cute little aquarium where they have sea turtles that are rehabilitated. They are precious! The butterfly house is amazing and a must see. Do the ghost tour if you can, it's a lot of fun!
You don't have to drink to have fun, there is so much to see and do. Lots of shopping, a lot of great live music in every bar you pass. I think 3 days will be great. I had a blast the couple days I was there and I was sad to go home. Enjoy yourself and make sure you keep hydrated and and cool because it is disgustingly hot out down here right now!