Seashell Motel & Key West HostelvsOpal Key Resort & Marina
Both hotels are rated very highly by travel writers. Overall, Margaritaville Key West Resort & Marina is preferred by most professionals compared to Key West Youth Hostel & Seashell Motel. Margaritaville Key West Resort & Marina is ranked #20 in Key West with endorsements from 6 sources such as Gayot, Fodor's and Oyster.
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
Opal Key Resort & Marina
245 Front Street, Key West, FL 33040
From $353/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
DK Eyewitness
"Located at the end of Duval Street and in the middle of Old Town, this is a prime spot to stay, not to mention to linger over the priceless sunsets."
Gayot
"Visitors to Key West will find serenity and plenty of opportunities for relaxation at The Westin Key West Resort & Marina."
Afar Magazine
"Relax and rejuvenate in superb accommodations in Old Town Key West on the waterfront, a block from Duval Street and next to Mallory Square." Full review
Star Service
"In a superb plot abutting the waterfront promenade, across from the Mel Fisher Treasure Museum, three blocks east of Mallory Square, this is on everyone's short list of top commercial hotels." Full review
Fodor's
"This waterfront resort's two three-story, Keys-style buildings huddle around its 37-slip marina in the middle of Old Town." Full review
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Ask for a balcony room and expand your space.
The Telegraph
8.0
"It really does always seem like happy hour at this feelgood resort opposite Key West’s best beach. Amenities are plentiful and include a free shuttle service to and from downtown." Full review