We are going to be staying in Key West, Florida in July. Does anyone know of any good hotels in the area? We were also thinking of maybe renting a house on the beach. Does anyone know how I would go about doing that? Any tips or advice for the area? Thanks!!
We decided to stay in Key Largo because we have heard that Key West wasn't the most family-friendly place. Thanks!!!!
J.,
I am a stay at home grandmother and a travel agent. I live in Flower Mound.I have some good suggestions for your Key West vacation. Email me your price range and I will be happy to help you. Key West can be kind of pricey and so I don't want to suggest anything too expensive.My phone number is ###-###-####
Thank You
N. Cox
There are numerous hotels and B&B's on Key West. Not sure of any houses for rent especially on the beach. The main beach is Smather's Beach. Be prepared for the beach with some sort of shoe to wear in the water as the first few feet of ocean is very rocky (the island is a coral reef) so you won't hit sand until you get out past the reef. I wouldn't bring my young ones to the beach on Key West...the reef is too sharp and if they fall in the water they could get cut up. I would stick to the hotel pool with children for sure...especially in July when it is sure to be hot and humid. Are you bringing your child with you or not? If not try to stay on Duvall St. if you want the nightlife. If you're looking for something quiet don't stay on Duvall. The sunset at Mallory Square is not to be missed. THey have a carnival like atmosphere with different street performers (cats jumping through flaming hoops for example). We stayed at a very nice hotel away from Duvall on the east side of the island not to far after the split of A1 to A1A if I remember correctly. Good luck and have fun.
We used to stay at the Bread & Breakfasts on Duvall street. They are a lot less expensive then some of the hotels. Not sure how conducive that area is for the family though. If your heart is not set on being there, you can try Islamorada as well. It's very beautiful too and a bit more family-oriented. If you do stay in Key West, you definitely have to hit Mallory Square at Sunset.
Enjoy and bring lots of sunscreen,
C.
HI J.,
I went there with my husband and another couple for a vacation get-a-way without our kiddos! We stayed in the Marriot (I believe), and it was awesome. We went to Expedia.com and found the hotel. Also, we are going to rent a beach house this year, and we found it on www.vrbo.com (it's vacation rentals by owner). You can find all sorts of houses, condos. Have fun, and good luck!
I don't know of any in Kew West, but you can look on vrbo.com to find rentals for just about any where. We did that for the past 2 years and have been happy.
Hi J.,
We stayed at the Ocean Key Resort and Spa. Beautiful hotel right on the ocean and a great viewing place for sunsets. It's located between Key West Harbor and Mallory Square in the Florida Keys, where historic Duval Street begins the old town experience. Lot's of activity and plaza performers you can see right from your balcony. The website for more info is www.oceankey.com. Good Luck and have an awesome trip.
D. Boudreau
Charter Consultant
Taste of Home Entertaining
www.dboudreau.tohe.com
Try www.vrbo.com - it's vacation rentals by owner
