3 Top-Rated Hotels in Key West With Private Beach (And 2 Mansions) 2023!
Are you ready to uncover the gems of Key West, nestled on the last little key in the Florida Keys four hours away from Miami? Imagine a vacation in serenity and quaintness down here, staying in one of the best hotels in Key West with a private beach!!
Get ready to experience the ultimate getaway as this guide already has narrowed it down for you, finding the FOUR best places to stay in Key West with white sands included.
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Awesome Hotels In Key West With Private Beach
Whether you’re seeking unparalleled comfort in luxurious resorts or a serene escape in adult-only retreats, in one of these hotels, you can focus on relaxation and adventures.
So, let’s dive into these extraordinary hotels in Key West with a private beach, where every detail is handpicked to make your dream vacation a reality!
1. The Reach Hotel Key West
With a stunning private beach sitting almost at the southernmost point of the whole of the US, you find The Reach Key West Curio Collection by Hilton.
Simply an exquisite hotel with incredible sea views included, and situated in a great location in the old town in serene and elegant surroundings!
Every room here has a private balcony, en-suite, bathrobes, and all the amenities you can desire.
The Reach Key West is also within walking distance of the famous Duval Street, the Ernest Hemingway Museum is a short ten-minute walk from the hotel, and the Key West Golf Club is five miles out by car.
On the hotel grounds, you have a beautiful outdoor pool, and there is a full-service spa in the Spa al Mare right next door that is available to the guests of The Reach.
On-site activities, including scuba diving, snorkeling, deep-sea fishing, and kayaking.
2. Pier House Hotel & Spa
Just a stone’s throw from Mallory Square in Key West sits Pier House Resort & Spa, a haven placed in the heart of the city.
The Reash also has a private beach, and in-house, you will have award-winning bars and restaurants, so if incredible food is important to you, this place is calling!
In-house, there is also a spa that will take you to other dimensions!
The restaurants have a seasonally inspired menu, and you can rest assured that the ingredients are based on freshly caught seafood and local produce.
All rooms here have custom furniture perfectly suited to their individual ambiance, and you can enjoy being surrounded by locally created art while you are living in a classic Florida architectural gem filled with light from the ocean.
All you need to do is wake up and have your breakfast and coffee right by the sea!
The Pier House Hotel and Spa is considered one of the best hotels in Key West and also one of the hotels with the best location; all the villagy Key West charm is only a few minutes outside your door.
3. Casa Marina Key West By Hilton
In May 2023, the Casa Marina Key West by Hilton closed down for a few months to undergo major renovations, and the latest reviews before the close surely indicated that a renovation was in order!
I still mention this hotel in this overview, as it has a magnificent private beach that presumably will still be there when the hotel reopens in October 2023!
Naturally, I will need to travel there to do a thorough review after the new grand opening, and as October is not very far away at all (time flies!), that will be a soon-upcoming adventure.
If you have faith, you can still book your stay at the Casa Marina Key West by Hilton now; vacancy starts on the 13th of October for online booking!
4. Nautical Splendor Mansion
This mansion is obviously not a hotel, but a mansion, and it does not have a beach either! So, what is it doing on this list?
Well, instead of a sandy beach, the Nautical Splendor Mansion has a private dock!
That is just as good for jumping into the sea unless nothing does it for you apart from white paradisiacal sands, but I don’t think you will be disappointed.
Also, if you plan on bringing your 13 best friends or extended family to Key West, this mansion sleeps 14, has a pool, excellent amenities, super location, and is in all ways stunning (apart from the missing sand).
5. The Mansion On The Sea
The Mansion On The Sea in Key West is a three-star hotel with hundreds of five-star reviews; an incredibly charming villa with a superb location in the old city of Key West!
The house and property are gorgeous; the rooms are exquisite, and the outdoor pool is incredible, with sun loungers below the palmed garden sitting right on the waterfront (rocks, no sand).
Several rooms have balconies with sea views, and here you have absolutely no minimalistic modern vibe!
The interior has a classic, venerable ambiance throughout; there are canopy beds, high ceilings, tall windows, and heavy curtains embracing you in the rooms.
Although there is no sandy beach directly at the hotel, it is waterfront, with a wonderful sun lounge area right by the pebbled shore where the sea comes in that you can stick your toes into!
Top 5 Beaches In Key West
If you decide not to stay at a Key West hotel with a private beach, don’t worry – this is the Florida Keys, after all, and a beach is not far away!
Here are the top five beaches you can visit while you are in Key West, even if you choose to stay in one of the charming townhouse accommodations in the “city” (you know, it really is more of a village).
- Higgs Beach
- Dog Beach (yup, dogs allowed!)
- Fort Zachary Taylor State Park Beach
- Rest Beach
- Smathers Beach
Things To Do In Key West
What you really should prioritize while visiting Key West is the sea, the sea, and the sea!
Here on the southernmost point of the entire US (remember to go there for the evidence photo, close to the Hemingway Museum), the really big attraction is the water!
Or, more specifically, the life in the water, amazing boat trips, sailing, jet skiing, windsurfing, snorkeling, scuba diving, anything that has to do with the incredible waters around the Florida Keys.
If you want to spend a day or two doing other things, here are a few suggestions.
- The Hemingway Home and Museum
- Shopping (or window shopping) in Duval Street
- Watch the sunrise from Mallory Square
- Take your photo at the southernmost point
- Harry S. Truman Little White House Museum
- Key West Lighthouse
- Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory
- Key West Aquarium
- Key West Rum Distillery
- The Oldest House Museum
Wrap-Up Hotels In Key West With Private Beach
For any and every beach lover out there, I hope this little overview has narrowed down your options and research time considerably!
I had my first visit to Key West only a few months ago, and I think my research was not good enough because I was not prepared for the incredibly idyllic charm and ambiance this villagy town has everywhere!
From the beautiful marina and Mallory Square to the traditional architecture and super well houses covered in flowers and greenery, this last island in the Florida Keys is simply a total gem.
So, if you have not visited before either, you have so much to look forward to!
It is also just a few hour’s drive away from buzzing Miami, where there are a plethora of fun things to do, too!
Miami has amazing boat tours, tasty food tours, and even helicopter tours if you want to see Miami Beach from above!
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