The best available Resorts to stay near Key Largo

April 20, 2023 Brandee Mangan

Just a few minutes' drive but a world away from the mainland, Key Largo has been the setting of movies, the home to abundant wildlife and a favorite destination for scuba diving. Lush flora and lively fauna abound in the Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park, John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and Everglades National Park. Underwater, the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary teems with life while the American Crocodile thrives at Crocodile Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
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1. Holiday Inn Key Largo, an IHG Hotel

99701 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037 1 (833) 592-0865
Excellent
22%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
22%
Poor
8%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 1942 reviews

Holiday Inn Key Largo, an IHG Hotel

Key Largo Hotel Steps From Marina Adventures Ideally situated next to Key Largo Resorts Marina, our Key Largo hotel places you in the perfect position to experience the endless Florida Keys fun. Whether on vacation or a team retreat, soak up the tropics at our Holiday Inn® Key Largo hotel, one of the top Florida Keys hotels. Key Largo has everything you need to make your vacation unforgettable. Spend your days oceanside beneath the Florida sun. Take a snorkeling and scuba diving adventure or a romantic sunset cruise, all just minutes away from one of the top Key Largo Resorts. Spend the day at the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park or get even closer to marine life by swimming with the dolphins at Dolphin Plus. There are so many things to do in Key Largo. A 55-minute drive south from the bustle of Miami, our Key Largo resort's event facilities offer a quiet, relaxed atmosphere, ideal for corporate gatherings.

NOT FOR US!

Reviewed By karensH8193OW

Online pictures were waaaay better than in person. Doors to rooms from exterior. Had to go up creepy area of steps to get to our floor. Pool was way smaller than in pictures. Walked by people's rooms with the door open and the family were all laying in the 2 beds! We didn't care to see them. The room was clean. I'll give them that. We immediately booked a different hotel in Key Largo and left this one the next morning. The price was NOT cheap for this hotel either. Was to stay the following month with ladies but felt it was not for us...the whole stair thing and doors on outside felt unsafe. The questions in this survey for this hotel have nothing to do with whether you should stay here...did it have an iron? Did it have luggage storage? did staff speak french? Really?

2. Baker's Cay Resort Key Largo, Curio Collection by Hilton

97000 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037-2210 1 (844) 442-8746
Excellent
68%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
5%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1045 reviews

Baker's Cay Resort Key Largo, Curio Collection by Hilton

Daily Resort Charge will be added to the room rate and includes: Internet access; self-parking; bicycles; beach chairs & umbrellas; paddle boards & kayaks; fishing rods with bait; two water vessels, refillable throughout stay; recreational activities & equipment; pool & beach activities/delights. Experience the natural beauty and carefree charm of Baker's Cay Resort Key Largo, Curio Collection by Hilton. Nestled on 13 acres of lush grounds along the Florida Bay, our resort blends tropical fun and relaxation for a rejuvenating beach getaway. Guest rooms are designed to comfort and inspire, featuring complimentary WiFi, a 50-inch TV, premium HD cable, a mini-fridge, and a private balcony with breathtaking views of the resort grounds or Florida Bay. Baker's Cay suites offer a living area with sofa bed, a master bedroom with king bed, a second bedroom with trundle bed, a kitchenette and wrap-around balcony.

Feels like your own private island!

Reviewed By Road17657961850

5 star service! Had a fab time. Diamond Member upgrade for our anniversary was STELLAR! Nothing bad to say about Bakers Cay. NOTHING. This place is fantastic. A small upscale boutique resort that is amazing. The beach areas are brilliant as is the feeling of resting in the mangrove trees on the water. Service was great. Restaurants were great too. Would not hesitate to return. A shout out to the ENTIRE TEAM for one of best vacations we've ever had.

3. Playa Largo Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection

97450 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037-2209
Excellent
65%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1895 reviews

Playa Largo Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection

Located in Key Largo, FL, Playa Largo Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection offers 178 luxury rooms, suites, bungalows and a beach house. The hotel amenities include a spa, a pool, on-site dining and indoor/outdoor event space.

Resort and Staff were AMAZING!!!!

Reviewed By D8817DZerics

We stayed at Playa Largo for a night prior to our family vacation elsewhere in the Keys. However, we wish we would have booked all our days here. The resort was beautiful, the food fantastic, but the best part was the staff....Elena Lopez Amaya in particular. From the moment we checked in she attended to all of my family's needs. She made the stay even that much better.

4. Seafarer Resort and Beach

97684 Overseas Hwy MM 97.6 Bayside, Key Largo, FL 33037-2214
Excellent
57%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 920 reviews

Seafarer Resort and Beach

Waterfront cottages located in the heart of Key Largo. Enjoy spectacular sunsets, relax in a hammock, bbq, kayak, scuba, snorkel, all in the charming setting of the Old Florida Keys. Family owned and operated.

Location is the main bonus of this resort

Reviewed By JezGateshead

The location is everything for this resort great beach front and a quirky breakfast each morning. The owner was super friendly and would help with anything to make your stay. However bear in mind if you have problems with insects they are everywhere and they bit!!!! All we wanted was a simple room with one bed but would have expected a bit more room and furniture. All I can say it was an experience

5. Reefhouse Resort & Marina

103800 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037
Excellent
34%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
7%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 2653 reviews

Reefhouse Resort & Marina

Experience a relaxing waterfront retreat at Reefhouse Resort & Marina. Located on 17 lush acres in Key Largo, Florida, our resort offers an on-site marina and dive shop. Enjoy water sports like diving, boating, fishing and parasailing. Settle into our modern hotel rooms and suites - many with balconies and stunning bay views - featuring deluxe amenities and complimentary Wi-Fi. Indulge in a massage at By The Bay Spa. Swim in our heated outdoor pool. Unwind with cocktails, live music and panoramic bay views at Breezer's Tiki Bar. Workout in our 24/7 fitness center. Treat yourself to our outdoor activities, or bask in the Key Largo sun. Visit Gus' Grille, our hotel restaurant, for delicious Continental cuisine. Elsewhere in the resort, explore over 50,000 square feet of elegant indoor and private outdoor venues for your next conference or social occasion. Venture out to the Florida Keys, or swim with dolphins at nearby Dolphins Plus. We look forward to welcoming you to our Key Largo resort.

Nice property but rules are not followed

Reviewed By Maria Marcela P

My husband and I stayed at this property for 3 nights from May 27-30 , for the first time.  We love Key Largo so we stayed there several times in different hotels. The Reefhouse is clean, we liked our room (#204), and the common areas, we compared the Reefhouse to Baker's Cay and Playa Largo resorts , and the service, prices at the bar and the food is better at the Reefhouse ... ... BUT...  on Saturday & Sunday a lot of "guests" from outside the property invaded the hotel, especially the pool and the beach. They were noisy, with lots of food from outside and loud music. We found out they were not staying at the hotel because they said it loudly and kept calling more friends and family to come over to the hotel. The parking was full, the chairs at the pool and beach more than impossible, the bar terrible but the worst was the noise!  I understand it was a holiday, but If all the guests are given a bracelet at the check in it should be enforced that everyone uses it We'll give this property a second chance, maybe Memorial weekend is a very special date..

6. Coconut Palm Inn

198 Harborview Dr, Key Largo, FL 33070-2664 1 (844) 431-7827
Excellent
81%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1894 reviews

Coconut Palm Inn

2020 Travelers' Choice Award winner! This recognition, previously known as the Certificate of Excellence, has been awarded to this secluded property 8 years in a row. One of only a handful of US recipients of Travel and Leisure annual “40 Secret Hideaways” in the world and #1 rated resort in Key Largo by Tripadvisor Travelers. The Coconut Palm Inn is not your typical Inn, we strive to create a “Family Beach house” vibe for our guests. Our Inn is nestled on a quiet lagoon overlooking the Florida Bay with 19 lavishly appointed guest rooms and suites dotted along the 450 feet of private and secluded beachfront. Our accommodations have been newly renovated and offer casual barefoot elegance, each with their own outdoor space, offering enchanting unobstructed views of our award-winning gardens or of the beach and Florida Bay. Take a dip in our recently renovated outdoor heated pool or relax under our signature coconut palms swaying in the gentle tropical breezes. The Coconut Palm Inns beachfront location offers the perfect setting for the ultimate Keys getaway where you can kick off your shoes and leave your cares behind. If you are looking to explore the Florida Keys from the water, dock your boat at one of our marina's expansive docks. Guests are welcome to arrive by boat and we can be easily accessed from the bayside intercoastal waterway or from the ocean.

Bayside Gem

Reviewed By bella10262

I have wanted to stay in Coconut Palm Inn since we had to cancel due to Hurricane Irma! When we arrived in Miami in 2017 & had to phone & cancel the person I spoke to was so lovely & refunded our money in full, it was on my list to one day stay & this year was it! We were not disappointed we stayed for two amazing nights in room 3. The room was spotless, good aircon, lovely neat bathroom with a good shower. The room was compact with everything we needed (except a bottle opener but reception gave us one). Tim & Tracy were fabulous nothing was too much bother. Wine is brought round at 7pm (a lovely touch) & the fire pit is lite at 8pm with S’mores for everyone. We loved this & it’s nice to meet other guests. The gardens are well kept & beautiful lots of seating to relax in. There is a restaurant within walking distance Tim told us about & you can have food delivered. There are several good restaurants a short drive away, in the end we had a nice lunch out & stayed in to enjoy the S’mores. Breakfast is delivered in a basket (muffins & apples). Would absolutely love to stay again although if I could choose I’d like room 4 or 5. Thanks Tim & Tracy for a lovely stay.

97802 Overseas Hwy Mm 98, Key Largo, FL 33037-2229
Excellent
87%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 608 reviews

Kona Kai Resort, Gallery & Botanic Garden

Owned and operated by the same family since 1991 and a "Fodor’s Choice" selection since 2009, Kona Kai is a magical hideaway, teeming with the natural beauty of old Key Largo and hand polished into one of the most exclusive resorts in the Florida Keys. With all new accommodations in 2013, Kona Kai is reserved for adults. Offering highly praised personalized concierge service, Kona Kai is regularly recommended by leading travel publications and websites. Since the 2011 addition of "The Botanic Gardens at Kona Kai," registered guests enjoy our gardens day and night! Kona Kai is a classic Keys experience; the perfect alternative if you're seeking to avoid the crowds and formality of a big resort.

A Gem In Key Largo

Reviewed By 375kristyl

My husband and I visited Kona Kai while Key hopping for our 25th wedding anniversary in May. This is the cutest little resort ever and the staff is the friendliest we've encountered. They are so kind and gave us lots of suggestions for restaurants and made our reservations for us. The resort is quiet and tranquil. The garden is beautiful and beach is private. The pool is small, but nice and there are shady areas to relax in. Grab a book and read in the hammock on the beach. Rooms are like small apartments with a living area and full kitchen. This worked great for us as he's a morning person and I'm a night owl. Highly recommend doing a jet sky tour while you're there. The island is beautiful and by water is a great way to take it all in. If you are looking for a quaint little resort with super friendly staff, Kona Kai is the place for you.

8. Ocean Pointe Suites at Key Largo

500 Burton Drive, Tavernier, Key Largo, FL 33070-3100
Excellent
31%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
11%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 2802 reviews

Ocean Pointe Suites at Key Largo

Finding an ideal family-friendly hotel in Tavernier does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Ocean Pointe Suites at Key Largo, a nice option for travelers like you. Rooms at Ocean Pointe Key Largo offer a flat screen TV, a kitchenette, and a refrigerator providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with wifi. A 24 hour front desk is one of the conveniences offered at this hotel. A pool and a poolside bar will also help to make your stay even more special. If you are driving to Ocean Pointe Key Largo, free parking is available. Tavernier has plenty of pubs. So when you’re here, be sure to check out popular spots like Dillon's Pub and Grill and Habanos On The Creek, which are serving up some great dishes. There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular parks such as Harry Harris Park and Old Settler's Park. Ocean Pointe Suites at Key Largo puts the best of Tavernier at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

RUN! WHAT A DIVE

Reviewed By joselynh278

I cannot fully express the depth of disgust & dissatisfaction with this “hotel.” Booked through booking.com, neither booking.com, nor the hotel advocated for us. Walked into the room and was punched in the face with the smell of mold & mildew. There were unfinished construction projects, a wall repair was started but left undone. Furniture & decor sorely worn out & outdated. What a disaster. “Front Desk” was a makeshift counter in a restaurant. Staff was rude and belligerent when confronted about the state of the room. The hotel refused to refund the night stay, we could not get out of there fast enough. Booking.com would not help us either. What a disaster, basically lit $418 on fire. RUN, do not walk from this place.

9. Dove Creek Resort & Marina

147 Seaside Ave Mile Marker 94.5 Oceanside, Key Largo, FL 33037-3892 1 (305) 902-4030
Excellent
57%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
3%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1062 reviews

Dove Creek Resort & Marina

MB Resort is an intimate island style boutique hotel. Warm, friendly and uncomplicated. Inspired by the lore of Hemingway's Caribbean hideaways. MB Resort is the perfect choice for your next island retreat. Located on the Atlantic Ocean, in Key Largo, Dove Creek lodge sits adjacent to John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park. In the center of the best fishing, diving and family fun you will ever experience. Come, step through our doors and see what we're all about.

False advertising…. Big time !!

Reviewed By whtfalcon325

The pictures they have posted of this place make it look so nice and inviting. It’s a complete DUMP!!! Motel 6 is WAY better and cheaper than this place. First off, the staff is absolutely terrible and rude. I worry about the security of my credit card and ID. They took a PHOTO COPY OF BOTH!!! Who does that?!? Second, the room was way out dated (312) and frankly dirty. The nightstands were nasty old particle wood that was coming apart. The bed was very squeaky……… could not move with our waking up my wife!!!! …. Or do anything else without other people hearing in the next building !!! The bathroom had dried who knows what on the wall and the faucet was nasty on the sink. We were told that pool was closed due to ONE TILE on the steps was missing!!! But we were still charged a “resort” fee….. for what?!?! This place is TERRIBLE ‼️‼️‼️

10. Bayside Inn Key Largo

99490 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037-2460
Excellent
47%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
7%
Terrible
17%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 72 reviews

Bayside Inn Key Largo

The newly renovated Bayside Inn Key largo is located on a beautiful stretch of the Florida Bay in the heart of Key Largo. We offer some of the Keys most stunning sunsets from our private beach overlooking the beautiful Florida Bay. Bayside Inn Key Largo Florida is near the dolphin swim, fishing charters, boating, kayaking and other activities.

A great experience

Reviewed By ThomasK229

We were here for 5 nights in May. It's a great location w an amazing sunset each evening on their pier(s). Kayaks, bikes, paddleboards for use whenever you want. Only "quirk" was the lack of a closet. Two huge dressers, but nowhere to hang clothes.

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