Key West, Florida, is the southern most island in the Florida keys and the southern most point in the continental United States. According to Gay Key West, the island is extremely lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) friendly. There several hotels and other accommodations available that cater specifically to LGBT clientele. Key West also hosts parties, special events, and tours that attract a large number of LGBT persons such as the Gay and Lesbian Historic Trolley Tour, Tropical Heat, WomenFest, PrideFest, and Fantasy Fest Headball Dress.
Big Ruby's, just a short walk from Duval Street in Key West, is a hotel exclusively for gay men. The hotel caters to the lifestyle of gay men with an exotic garden, private pool, sun deck and lounge fit with a big screen television and fitness center. Each morning guests receive a complimentary chef-prepared breakfast including tropical fruits and juices. Many water activities are available including scuba diving, snorkeling, and boating. The hotel rents bicycles you can use to explore Key West.
Big Ruby's Key West
409 Appelrouth Lane
Key West, FL 33040
305-296-2323
bigrubys.com
Alexander's Guesthouse is a gay and lesbian resort in Key West. The resort offers both guest rooms and a guest house that include amenities such as a pool and spa, Jacuzzi, multiple sun and lounging decks, and complimentary breakfast each morning. Alexander's offers a happy hour where guests can have a drink and socialize. Guest services include planning excursions, making dining choices and reservations, and assisting guests with their every need.
Alexander's Key West
1118 Fleming Street
Key West, Fl 33040
800-654-9919
alexanderskeywest.com
Pearl's Rainbow, established in 2000, is a Key West resort exclusively for women, lesbian or lesbian-friendly. The resort offers 38 suites or rooms to fit anyone's financial needs, two swimming pools and two hot tubs, multiple sun decks, wireless Internet, full breakfast and guest services. In conjugation with the resort, The Strand Restaurant and Pearl's Pool Bar, both at Pearl's Rainbow, attract local and traveling women nightly, and frequently host special parties and events.
Pearl's Rainbow
525 United St.
Key West, Fl 33040
800-749-6696
pearlsrainbow.com
