Seashell Motel & Key West HostelvsAlexander???s Guest House
Both properties are rated very highly by expert reviewers. Overall, Alexander's Gay and Lesbian Guesthouse ranks slightly better than Key West Youth Hostel & Seashell Motel. Alexander's Gay and Lesbian Guesthouse scores 81 with recommendations from 4 publications such as Concierge, Rough Guide and Frommer's.
Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel
718 South Street, Key West, FL 33040
From $76/night
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Free Parking
- Multilingual
- Air Conditioning
- Baggage storage
Lonely Planet
"This isn’t our favorite hostel, but it’s about the only youth-oriented budget choice on the island." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A mere three-minute walk to the beach and to Old Key West, this hostel is usually full of young backpackers."
Rough Guide
"The cheapest digs in town are these grubby dorms, run by a friendly owner who provides bikes for rent."
Time Out
"Cheap dorm rooms down near the Southernmost Point, a five-minute walk from central Old Town." Full review
Frommer's
"This well-run hostel is a 3-minute walk to the beach and Old Town. Very busy with European backpackers, it's a great place to meet people." Full review
Alexander???s Guest House
1118 Fleming St., Key West, FL 33040
From $395/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Pool
Concierge
"This gay-oriented 17-room B&B is the most stylish on the island and is perfect for those allergic to antiques."
Rough Guide
Star
"The antithesis of most antique-filled B&Bs, this sleek, gay-only spot has white modernist furniture in its large lobby."
Frommer's
"Key West has long ranked among the world’s top destinations for gay and lesbian vacationers." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Alexander's Guesthouse is an intimate, 17-room bed and breakfast designed especially for the LGBT community and supporters." Full review
Time Out
"This is probably the classiest queer guesthouse in town. The gardens are resplendent with banana trees and hibiscus, and the decor approaches boutique standard. There's a nudist sun deck." Full review
Frommer's
"It’s snazzier than ever in looks (bright, clean, and contemporary) and service (friendly and attentive from attractive staffers). There’s a pool and hot tub out back" Full review