Ocean Key Resort

Key West, Florida Keys

Virgin rating

The hotel

Key West's historic Old Town has an enchanting ambience with its pretty, tree-lined streets and ornate architecture. The Ocean Key Resort is one of the only hotels to be located right on Mallory Square, overlooking the ocean and giving you front-row seats to the spectacular sunsets. Myriad street entertainers make the square come alive and you can wander between jugglers, 'statues' and performers — or simply retire to the hotel's fantastic Sunset Pier bar and grill, which serves delicious chargrilled seafood and refreshing cocktails with which to toast the setting sun.

Amenities

  • Honeymoon
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Valet parking

Where is it

Key West, Old Town. Where the Atlantic meets the Gulf of Mexico, at the sunset end of Duval Street.

Hotel information

100 rooms and suites on 5 floors in 2 buildings with 5 lifts. All with private balconies with stunning views of the Gulf of Mexico or Key West’s historic Duval Street, air-conditioning, TV, safe, iron and board, large sleek stone showers and spa tubs in the bathroom and hairdryer. Superior Rooms sleep maximum 2 adults.
Junior Suites with 1 king-size bed, plus queen-size sleeper sofa, spa tub and a private balcony with views of Key West’s historic Duval Street, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. 

One-bedroom Suites sleep maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Valet parking $48 per day (payable locally, subject to change; no self-parking available). Old Town Trolley operates close by.

The Sunset Pier bar and grill (casual Caribbean fare and tropical drinks, open for lunch and dinner), Hot Tin Roof (waterfront fine dining, blending Cuban, Caribbean and South Floridian cuisine, open for breakfast and dinner). LIQUID pool bar and lounge (open for lunch, snacks and drinks). Tiki bar.

Swimming pool perched above the Gulf, Sunset Pier, SpaTerre* — Indonesian-inspired spa with 5 treatment rooms, including massage and facials. Fitness centre. Mallory Square sunset ceremony by the back door every night.

Gift shop.

This hotel has a resort fee of $60 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change).

Resort fee includes use of the following amenities - Local telephone calls - Free WiFi - LIQUID pool towels - LIQUID chilled towels - Concierge service - Daily newspapers - In-room coffee - Use of fitness centre - Beach towels - Morning coffee and fruit infused water in lobby.  Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

Good general access for guests who are able to walk short distances and can manage up to six steps. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

*Denotes local charge. 

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating A++++++, don’t hesitate

Oct 30, 2024 B8402NPmichaels Boca Raton, Florida, United States

Simply the best place in Key West - hands down. Staff is A+++. Accommodations A+++, Location A+++++ … worth every penny. Booking direct has its advantages. I have stayed in many places in Key West over the years - I now call Ocean Key Resort a second home.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fantastic experience top to bottom

Oct 22, 2024 Tony D

Everything about Ocean Key was fantastic from the start of our stay to the finish. Upon arrival the front desk staff was welcoming and helpful, and the welcome cocktails were delicious. We were booked in a partial ocean view junior suite, but received an upgrade into an oceanfront suite that took an already great anniversary trip and made it over… Read more
Everything about Ocean Key was fantastic from the start of our stay to the finish. Upon arrival the front desk staff was welcoming and helpful, and the welcome cocktails were delicious. We were booked in a partial ocean view junior suite, but received an upgrade into an oceanfront suite that took an already great anniversary trip and made it over the top excellent. Pool bar staff was attentive, cheerful and provided great service. The pool location ocean front is as good as it gets in Key West. The only issue during our stay was the out of service elevators near our room, but this was just a mild inconvenience not a hindrance to the great time had. We will definitely be back. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Stunning room and view!

Oct 18, 2024 Deanoboy84 Lincoln, United Kingdom

We chose to stay here at the recommendation of our travel agent and we were not disappointed! We were greeted by the valet parking attendant (Marcel) who instantly sorted the car out, helped us check in, and showed us to our room! (He is a real credit to the resort!) In arrival, we were given a free drink at reception (a lovely orange rum style… Read more
We chose to stay here at the recommendation of our travel agent and we were not disappointed! We were greeted by the valet parking attendant (Marcel) who instantly sorted the car out, helped us check in, and showed us to our room! (He is a real credit to the resort!) In arrival, we were given a free drink at reception (a lovely orange rum style drink) we had an Island Queen double room. We were blown away with the space and decor! It wasn't expected but so very welcomed! We had a beautiful view of the palms and ocean from our balcony. The room has a very well stocked mini bar and a fridge you can use for your convenience. The bathroom shower is massive! The bed was firm and very comfy!! The pool staff were friendly and attentive to our needs, always looking after us after a hot day exploring West Key. We worked our way through the cocktail menu! Yes, like many hotels in the US, you have resort fees and the usual gratuities to factor in, but this resort is well worth the cost in my opinion! I can't wait to rebook to stay here again next year!!!! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Just so-so in every way

Oct 17, 2024 Paul L

This used to be a pretty good place to stay. We've been coming here same week every year for over 20 years. Over the last few stays there has been a marked decline in maintenance. Nasty, dirty floors. Broken, poorly maintained furniture, fixtures, broken (for months) elevator, hot tub problems,etc. They'll fix stuff sometimes if you request… Read more
This used to be a pretty good place to stay. We've been coming here same week every year for over 20 years. Over the last few stays there has been a marked decline in maintenance. Nasty, dirty floors. Broken, poorly maintained furniture, fixtures, broken (for months) elevator, hot tub problems,etc. They'll fix stuff sometimes if you request service. Front desk service, while congenial, is not very enthusiastic. Like YOU'RE bothering THEM. The last time I gave the resort a written comment page, addressed to the resort mgr., specifically asking for a reply I got crickets. You might want to take a pass on this joint. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great location!!!

Oct 13, 2024 RAK1974

The location is great if you want to be within walking distance of restaurants, shopping and other activities along Duval Street. The service at the hotel was exceptional and the entire staff was friendly. We stayed in a junior suite and the room was very clean and a great size. The room was furnished with two flat screen tv’s, a separate area… Read more
The location is great if you want to be within walking distance of restaurants, shopping and other activities along Duval Street. The service at the hotel was exceptional and the entire staff was friendly. We stayed in a junior suite and the room was very clean and a great size. The room was furnished with two flat screen tv’s, a separate area with a couch and a balcony. The pool area was really nice, overlooking the ocean and Mallory Square. The gym was very small and had some dumbbells, cardio equipment and a cable machine. The only complaint was the layout of the resort, that seemed confusing and weird. We rented a golf cart to explore the town, which is well worth it. You really can’t go wrong to stay at this resort if you are looking to be in the middle of the action that Key West offers. Read less