Duval Street in Key West, Florida, runs north and south across the town from the Gulf of Mexico to the Atlantic Ocean. Famous for its restaurants and bars, the area is often packed with tourists who exit cruise ships at nearby Hilton Harbor. The street has several attractive boutique hotels on the street or within a short walk.
The Duval House is located in the center of Key West along Duval Street. The hotel has seven Caribbean-inspired buildings that overlook gardens and a private courtyard. Deluxe rooms open to a private balcony and a flat-screen TV, refrigerators and microwaves. Specialty rooms have private patios and full-service kitchens. Cabana rooms are small put perfect for the solo traveler. The standard room includes a private balcony, flat-screen TV and mini-fridge. Rates are seasonal with special packages available.
Duval House
815 Duval St.
Key West, FL 33040
305-294-1666
theduvalhouse.com
Travelers to the area looking for a chain hotel will find the Crowne the most recognizable name on Duval Street. The building is a registered national historic landmark that once housed guests like Ernest Hemingway and Tennessee Williams. Within walking distance of the beaches, parks and Mallory Square, the Crowne has a pool, room service, a fitness center, free Wi-Fi and a concierge. Some rooms have balconies, and all have a complimentary newspaper and coffee service. Suites are available with either single king or two double beds. The hotel has separate smoking and nonsmoking floors.
Crowne Plaza
430 Duval St.
Key West, FL 33040
866-786-9205
laconchakeywest.com
Once one of the areas largest private estates, the Gardens Hotel is now home to 17 luxury guest suites. The hotel has received numerous accolades including selection by Travel and Leisure magazine in 2009 as one of America's top seaside inns. Rooms are uniquely decorated with mahogany furniture and feature artwork by local artists. The hotel has a heated pool, several fountains and ponds, a Jacuzzi spa and a complimentary breakfast daily. Rooms include a mini-fridge and coffee service, as well as free Wi-Fi and free phone calls
The Gardens Hotel
526 Angela St.
Key West, FL 33040
305-294-2661
gardenshotel.com
The Pegasus prides itself on being the only Art Deco hotel in downtown Key West. Located within walking distance of all the local sites, the hotel is on the corner of Southard Street and Duval. An all-suite hotel, rooms are available with double, queen or king beds and include refrigerators, microwaves and a coffee service. The Pegasus has an outdoor pool, spa and sundeck overlooking Duval Street. A complimentary breakfast is served daily.
Pegasus International Hotel
501 Southard St.
Key West, FL 33040
304-294-9323
pegasuskeywest.com
