The city of Key West encompasses not only the island of Key West but also parts of Stock Island, Sunset Key and Fleming Key. The area is well-known for its warm weather and tropical scenery, and many come to the city or island each year to boat, fish, hike, swim, listen to music and socialize in Key West’s many nightclubs. Accommodations in Key West can be pricey, but there are several motels where travelers can find inexpensive places to stay during their vacations.
Best Western Hibiscus Motel has a Three-Diamond rating from AAA. The motel has many of the amenities of a higher-priced hotel but at lower rates. All rooms have their own refrigerators and microwaves, along with free Internet access and satellite TV. Guests receive a continental breakfast and have access to the motel swimming pool and hot tub. Business travelers can also use photocopy services. The entire hotel is smoke-free. Prices depend on availability, but as of September 2010, rooms with two queen beds start at $99 per night. Members of AARP, AAA and all seniors over the age of 55 receive 10 percent discounts.
Best Western Hibiscus Motel
1313 Simonton St.
Key West, FL 33040
305-294-3763
bestwesternflorida.com
Seashell Motel and Key West Hostel offers motel rooms and male, female and mixed rooms. Dorm rooms come with bunk beds and private bathroom facilities. Bedding at the hostel is supplied by the motel, but guests should bring their own towels and toiletries. The hostel has free wireless Internet, a full kitchen and a gas grill, as well as lockers and a coin laundry. Seashell Motel has 10 motel rooms, each with free wireless Internet, cable TV, two double beds, a private bathroom and small refrigerator. One family-style room with three single beds and one double is also available. Motel guests can use the laundry facilities, lockers, kitchen and courtyard grill as well. As of 2010, rates for motel rooms start at $75 per night based on double occupancy, and dorm room beds start at $44 per night.
Seashell Motel and Key West Hostel
718 South St.
Key West, FL 33040
305-296-5719
kwssm.com
Blue Marlin Motel is located in Old Town Key West, one block from the shops and restaurants on Duval Street. The Blue Marlin is also located only one block from the Atlantic Ocean. There are 54 motel rooms, each with oak furnishing, refrigerators and cable TV. Some rooms also have their own private small kitchens. All rooms overlook the heated swimming pool in the motel courtyard. Guests receive a free daily continental breakfast. In 2010, rates for a room with two queen beds start at $88.20 per night, while the price for a room with two double beds was $78.20. Members of AAA get special discounts.
Blue Marlin Motel
1320 Simonton St.
Key West, FL 33040
800-523-1698
bluemarlinmotel.com
