The Banyan ResortvsSouthernmost Beach Resort
Both The Banyan Resort and Southernmost Beach Resort are highly recommended by experts. Overall, Southernmost Beach Resort scores significantly better than The Banyan Resort. Southernmost Beach Resort comes in at #15 in Key West with praise from 5 publications like The Telegraph, Frommer's and Condé Nast Traveler.
The Banyan Resort
323 Whitehead St, Key West, FL 33040
From $235/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Key West is a place that's steeped in history, and the Banyan Resort is no exception: its nine buildings are on the National Register of Historic Places." Full review
Star Service
"This place calls to midrange nostalgics in search of a casual, authentic address in the heart of the Conch Republic." Full review
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The decor is casual and homey, though a bit dated, but there is no faulting its tidiness, and the staff will go out of its way to see to requests.
Southernmost Beach Resort
508 South Street, Key West, FL 33040
From $379/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Concierge
"The vibe keeps with Key West's good-time feel, and the property is a very popular spot for weddings."
Fodor's
"This hotel's location on the quiet end of Duval means you don't have to deal with the hustle and bustle of downtown unless you want to—it's within a 20-minute walk." Full review
Frommer's
"Revamped in 2008, this beachfront hotel -- one of very few in Key West -- offers 127 rooms, all with views of the Atlantic, a huge oceanfront pool, and lively pool bar." Full review
Star Service
"It is true to its clientele, offering high standards, fair rates and easy access to perhaps the best beach on the island." Full review
Rough Guide
Star
"Comprising three separate, luxe hotel properties right by small but beautiful South Beach... the stylish guestrooms here have luxury linens, iPod docks, balconies and marble bathrooms."
Star Service
"While nearly everything remains the same, there have been a few upgrades to the motel units in the Duval section, wherein guests can still pull their cars up to the ground-floor units for convenience." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"Aptly-named Southernmost Beach Resort is a sprawling seaside retreat composed of a variety of hotel concepts, including an oceanfront resort, historic bed and breakfast inn and poolside guest rooms." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"The tropical infused hotel is just blocks away from the island's southernmost point...grounds have colonial and Victorian buildings, and lush grounds fringed with palm trees and excellent ocean views." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"There are eight main buildings and four Guest Houses at the hotel, for a total of 296 rooms...enjoy complimentary breakfast at the Dewey House next door every morning. "
T+L’s Review of Southernmost Beach Resort in Key West
January 26, 2024