Santa Maria Suites HotelvsCrowne Plaza Key West-La Concha, an IHG Hotel
Both hotels are praised by professionals. On balance, Crowne Plaza Key West La Concha scores slightly higher than Santa Maria Suites Hotel. Crowne Plaza Key West La Concha comes in at 85 with recommendations from 6 publications such as Star Service, Oyster and The Telegraph.
Santa Maria Suites Hotel
1401 Simonton Street, Key West, FL 33040
From $389/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Pool
Star Service
"With few facilities and a renovation not far behind it, Santa Maria is looking as pretty and inviting as ever." Full review
Rough Guide
"Thirty-five grandiose, pampered suites with state-of-the-art kitchens... in-room laundry, nightly turn-down service, and stylish rooms turned out in linen, rattan and marble."
Fodor's
"It's odd to call this a hidden gem when it sits on a prominent corner just one block off Duval, but you'd never know the luxury that awaits behind its concrete facade." Full review
Jetsetter
"Located in Key West, Santa Maria Suites is minutes from South Beach and Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory. This 4-star aparthotel is close to Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and..." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The Santa Maria looks like it took a wrong turn on South Beach, Miami, and ended up in Key West." Full review
Crowne Plaza Key West-La Concha, an IHG Hotel
430 Duval Street, Key West, FL 33040
From $183/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The Crowne Plaza is a National Historic Landmark dating to 1926, but today this mid-range chain is well past its prime, and lacks the charm of other historic hotels, like The Weatherstation Inn." Full review
Star Service
"The chain may not be well-known for its resorts, but this property provides a dependable base for both leisure and business travelers." Full review
Frommer's
"Now part of the Crowne Plaza brand, the La Concha has managed to keep up with the times fairly nicely while both preserving key elements of its historic flair." Full review
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If you want to sleep better at night, ask for a room in back.
Lonely Planet
"A chain hotel, Crowne Plaza La Concha has a top-floor bar and observatory open to nonguests (though you’ll mainly gaze at unexciting rooftops)." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The tallest building in Key West at six stories high and one of the most iconic, La Concha Hotel & Spa is located in the centre of Duval Street amidst all the hubbub." Full review
Fodor's
"Historic properties always have their quirks, and La Concha is no exception, but...this property also provides guests with a sought-after location, and plenty of fun and indulgent amenities." Full review