Beach resorts in Key West, Florida, emphasize seclusion, lushly manicured grounds or private beach access--and all are convenient to the shopping and dining of nearby Duval Street. Public golf opportunities are limited, but guests on the Key will appreciate the Key West Golf Club. The southernmost course in the country, this 18-hole venue sits on 200 acres of dense palm and mangrove trees and features a golf school with computerized swing analysis and a restaurant.
Coconut Beach Resort
The Coconut Beach Resort is a venue of shabby chic decor where guests can choose from studio units--or one- and two-bedroom suites that have kitchens. Rooms feature 360-degree views, a private balcony or high ceilings. And you can lounge on the pool deck, take a dip in the Jacuzzi or a stroll on a private sandy beach. There's a seaside spa. For seafood, Louie's Backyard restaurant is just next door. Coconut Beach is a Florida Green Lodging designated venue, which means it engages in water conservation, recycling and energy reduction practices. A minimum three-night stay is required for holidays.
Coconut Beach Resort
1500 Alberta St.
Key West, FL 33040
(800) 335-0055
coconutbeachresort.com
Parrot Key Resort
The Parrot Key Resort sits on five acres of landscaped gardens and boasts four "secluded" swimming pools, white-sand sunning terraces and a fitness center. All rooms have a private patio, porch or balcony, fine linens and hand-crafted furniture. Barefoot guests can dine poolside on local fare and enjoy cocktails at its Cafe Blue restaurant and tiki bar. Wi-Fi is as free as the sunset views.
Parrot Key Resort
2801 North Roosevelt Blvd.
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 809-2200
parrotkeyresort.com
Casa Marina Resort & Beach Club
At the Casa Marina Resort & Beach Club guests can enjoy the island's largest private sandy beach, a private pier, hammocks and two seaside pools. You can take in cocktails and nightly live music at its Rambler Lounge and feast at the Strip House steak house or on seafood al fresco at the Sun-Sun Beach Bar and Grill. Other amenities include a full-service massage studio, over 22,000 square feet of meeting space and wireless Internet in every room and suite.
Casa Marina Resort & Beach Club
1500 Reynolds St.
Key West, FL 33040
(888) 303-5717
casamarinaresort.com
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