Where to Stay

Where to stay in Key West

Old Town for charm, Duval for nightlife, Casa Marina for resort life, Stock Island for value. Pick the right base for your trip.

Historic guesthouses on quiet, palm-lined lanes. Walk to everything. Best for first-time visitors.

Right on the action. Loud at night, easy by day. Good for short trips and party-minded travelers.

Marina views, fewer crowds, walk to dinner. Fits couples who want quieter mornings.

Old-school resort hotels with private beach access. Better for longer, slower stays.

Just over the bridge. Newer hotels with marina vibes and more space for less money.

Quick comparison

First-timer's neighborhood cheat sheet

Old Town

First-time visitors

Walk to Duval, sunset, and the seaport in 10 minutes.

Duval Street

Nightlife & short stays

Convenient but expect noise into the small hours.

Historic Seaport

Couples

Marina mornings, easy access to charters and boats.

Casa Marina

Beach & resort feel

Quieter stretch with full-service hotels and pools.

Stock Island

Value & longer stays

More space, marina views, 10 minutes to Old Town.

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