Why choose Self Catering when travelling to Key West in United States
When it comes to gastronomic tourism, Key West in the United States is an absolute paradise for food lovers. With its vibrant food scene and diverse culinary offerings, this charming island destination offers a wide range of dining options to satisfy every palate. However, if you're someone who revels in the joy of discovering local flavors and experimenting with your own culinary creations, self catering might just be the perfect choice for your visit to Key West.
One of the biggest advantages of self catering in Key West is the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local food culture. Instead of being limited to restaurants, self catering allows you to explore the local markets and grocery stores, picking out fresh ingredients that are unique to the region. From succulent seafood caught off the shores of Key West to the bounty of tropical fruits and vegetables, you'll have the chance to truly experience the flavors of the island in the comfort of your own accommodation.
Another benefit of self catering is the freedom it provides. While dining out can be a wonderful experience, it often comes with limitations in terms of menu choices and dining hours. With self catering, you have the flexibility to prepare your meals whenever you please, giving you the freedom to adapt your schedule to your own preferences. Whether you're an early riser looking to enjoy a leisurely breakfast or a night owl craving a late-night snack, self catering allows you to indulge in culinary delights on your own terms.
In addition, self catering can also be a cost-effective option for travelers. Dining out every meal can quickly add up, especially in popular tourist destinations like Key West. By opting for self catering, you can save money on restaurant bills and allocate your budget towards other activities or experiences that Key West has to offer. Not to mention, cooking your own meals can be a fun and interactive way to bond with fellow travelers or family members, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
So, if you're a gastronomic traveler seeking a unique and immersive experience in Key West, consider the advantages of self catering. Not only will it allow you to delve into the local food culture and savor the flavors of the island, but it will also give you the freedom and flexibility to create your own culinary adventure. With its abundance of fresh and diverse ingredients, Key West is truly a haven for food enthusiasts, and self catering provides the perfect opportunity to make the most of it.
Key West Accommodation lists:
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Featuring a snack and drink vending machine, and a lift, Courtyard By Marriott Key West Waterfront Hotel is set 10 minutes by car from the secluded pocket Dog Beach in Key West. Guests can spend time relaxing in a heated pool, or admire a Jacuzzi and an outdoor swimming pool in this hotel, located a short walk from Dive Key West.
The centre of Key West can be reached within a 20-minute walk. Fort East Martello Museum is nearly a 25-minute stroll from the Courtyard By Marriott Key West Waterfront and Key West International airport is 5 km away. Smathers Beach is a 15-minute drive from the accommodation. There is North Roosevelt Boulevard at Home Depot bus stop close to the 3-star Courtyard By Marriott Key West Waterfront Hotel, it's nearly a 5-minute stroll away.
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The 4-star Santa Maria Suites Resort is located in Key West, merely 5 minutes' walk from Statue Of Bishop Albert Kee, and offers an outdoor swimming pool. WiFi for additional charge is provided for guests throughout the property.
The centre of Key West can be reached within 20 minutes' walk of this resort, and such cultural venues as The Oldest House Historical Place Museum are around 1.6 km away. The waterfront Mallory Square is within sight of the Santa Maria Suites Resort, while Lower Keys Shuttle bus stop is nearly 5 minutes' walk away. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Dog Beach, which is approximately a 5-minute walk away. Santa Maria Suites Resort is set a 5-minute walk from South Beach as well as the even Southernmost Point.
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Featuring an oceanfront location, Hampton Inn Key West Fl offers views of the sea, and is 15 minutes' drive from the even Southernmost Point. Guests of the classic resort will enjoy Wi Fi throughout the property and a swimming pool on site.
The property is located in the old part of Key West, a 15-minute ride from the downtown commercial zoned Duval Street. The hotel is also within 15 minutes' drive of the waterfront Mallory Square in Key West. Cultural experience in the area feature the Harry S. Truman Little White House, situated within 6 km of this affordable 3-star accommodation. The nearest bus stop is Key West, just a 10-minute walk away.
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The 3-star Laureate Key West Hotel is set a 10-minute drive from the even Southernmost Point and a 10-minute ride from The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. Located about 25 minutes on foot from Fort East Martello Museum, the hotel offers views of the sea and a year-round outdoor swimming pool.
The accommodation is placed about 5 km from Key West International airport and within 10 minutes' drive of such cultural venues as the fully accredited Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Museum. Historical sights here include the historic West Martello Tower, which stands within 3.7 km of the Laureate Key West. Entertainment options in the area feature Key West Golf Club only 1.6 km from the property. North Roosevelt Boulevard & 17th Street bus stop is right near The Laureate Key West Hotel.
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Set 5 minutes on foot from the bustling plaza "Mallory Square", the 4-star Ocean Key Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort Key West features WiFi throughout the property as well as private parking on site. Near Key West Aquarium, the oceanfront resort offers a perfect location and includes an American-style restaurant.
This Key West property in Duval with one of Key West's top culinary experiences is a 5-minute ride from South Beach and approximately a 9-minute walk from such shopping venues as Mile Marker 0 Store. Guests can visit Shipwreck Treasures, which is a 5-minute walk away, and Fort Zachary Taylor State Park Beach which is within 5 minutes' drive of the Ocean Key Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort Key West. The accommodation is right on palm trees. Along with other cultural attractions The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum is nestled at walking distance to Ocean Key Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort. Situated in the heart of Key West, the property is around 5 minutes' walk from Whitehead Street & Greene Street bus stop.
Hotels in Key West
Best reviews Hotel โค๏ธ | Courtyard By Marriott Key West Waterfront Hotel |
Family Hotel ๐ช | Santa Maria Suites Resort |
Best mid-range Hotel ๐ด | Hampton Inn Key West Fl |
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Offering a cash machine and a lift, the 4-star Key West Marriott Beachside Hotel is within a 10-minute drive of Smathers Beach. Located 15 minutes' drive from the even Southernmost Point, this welcoming hotel features 219 rooms with views of the ocean.
The accommodation is placed about 5 km from Key West International airport and within 6 km of such cultural venues as The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. Key West Aquarium is 15 minutes by car from the Marriott Beachside. The private beach is approximately 5 minutes' walk away. Such entertainment attractions as Key West Golf Club are also approximately 1 km away. The bus stop College Road before Botanical Gardens is located at the distance of just next door to the hotel.
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Doubletree By Hilton Grand Key Resort is placed in a shopping area of Key West, within 10 minutes' drive of Higgs Beach Dog Park and about a 10-minute ride from the even Southernmost Point. Located within 20 minutes' walk of Key West Golf Club, the resort features 216 rooms with views of the pool.
This 3-star property is placed about 5 km from Key West International airport and at a 6 km distance from such cultural venues as the fully accredited Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Museum. The Doubletree By Hilton Grand Key Resort is also 2.4 km from such natural sights as Smathers Beach. If you enjoy visiting historical places, the accommodation offers good access to the historic West Martello Tower which is set around 3.8 km away. There is Oceanwalk / Las Salinas bus stop close to Doubletree By Hilton Grand Key Resort, it's only 150 metres away.
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The 5-star Reach Key West, Curio Collection By Hilton Hotel includes 150 rooms and is set within 1 km of The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. At this quaint hotel, located quite close to the even Southernmost Point, you can spend the day in an outdoor swimming pool or keep active with parasailing, scuba diving and snorkelling.
The property has a private location only 1.3 km from the downtown commercial zoned Duval Street, while shopping venues like Key West Pottery are just 550 metres away. Duval with one of Key West's top culinary experiences, where the Reach Key West, Curio Collection By Hilton Key West sits, grants access to cultural attractions like the natural history museum "Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center", which is a 5-minute ride away. This quaint accommodation lies close to boutiques and a fairground, and 250 metres from a private beach. Entertainment in the area includes A & B Marina 5 minutes by car from The Reach Key West, Curio Collection By Hilton Hotel. The property is located 10 km from Key West International airport and right near Lower Keys Shuttle bus stop.
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Hyatt Vacation Club At Beach House Key West is a comfortable 4-star property set around 10 minutes by car from Higgs Beach Dog Park and around 15 minutes by car from Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory. The resort offers Wi Fi in the rooms, parking on site and a swimming pool.
Key West Tropical Forest and Botanical Garden is located approximately a 5-minute walk from this smoke-free accommodation, and such natural sites as the secluded pocket Dog Beach are around 6 km away. Places of worship to visit at a 5 km distance from the Hyatt Vacation Club At Beach House Key West include the historic Saint Mary Star of the Sea Church. The downtown commercial zoned Duval Street is situated around 15 minutes by car from the comfortable property. Hyatt Vacation Club At Beach House is sited in the immediate vicinity of College Road at Botanical Gardens bus stop.
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Southernmost Point Guest House & Garden Bar
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Southernmost Point Guest House Key West is within 13 minutes' walk of the downtown commercial zoned Duval Street. A car park is available on site at the bed & breakfast.
Southernmost Point of the Continental US Monument is located not very far from this Key West property, and such natural sites as Nancy Forrester's Secret Garden are approximately a 17-minute walk away. The Harry S Truman Little White House is within 1.8 km of the 3-star hotel and Key West International airport is 10 km away. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to South Beach, which is just 300 metres away. Southernmost Point Guest House is also a minute away from Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory. This property is just a walk down to United Street & Duval Street bus station.
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The 2-star Casa 325 Guesthouse Key West is located near an entertainment district a mere 8 minutes on foot from Key West Aquarium. Featuring an outdoor pool, the inn is set in the very heart of Duval with unique, island inspired Small Plates with bold Caribbean spices and fresh local seafood within walking distance from Key West Shipwreck Treasure Museum.
The centre of Key West can be reached within 25 minutes' walk of the property, and such cultural venues as the fully accredited Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Museum are merely 650 metres away. The waterfront Mallory Square is within an 8-minute walk of the Casa 325 Guesthouse, and Key West International airport is 10 km away. The accommodation also takes you to South Beach, which is nearly a 13-minute walk away. Caroline Street & Duval Street bus stop is within convenient reach of Casa 325 Guesthouse.

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The 5-star Sunset Key Cottages, located in the Downtown Key West district of Key West, nearly a 5-minute stroll from Audubon House and Tropical Gardens, features views of the sea. Boasting a location a short way from the waterfront Mallory Square, this Key West resort includes 40 rooms and a swimming pool.
The beachfront property has a private setting around 16 minutes' walk from The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum, while natural sights like South Beach are a 5-minute ride away. Guests can visit Front Street, which is nearly a 5-minute walk away, and Southernmost Point of the Continental US Monument which is 5 minutes by car from the Sunset Key Cottages Key West. The accommodation stands 2 km from Saint Mary Star of the Sea Basilica, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike. Sunset Key Cottages is located 10 km from Key West International airport and really close to Whitehead Street & Greene Street bus stop.
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Boasting fitness classes, various recreational opportunities and entertainment activities, The Saint Hotel Key West, Autograph Collection is located at 500 metres of the downtown commercial zoned Duval Street. This 4-star hotel features bicycles for rent, as well as Wi Fi in public areas.
The accommodation is approximately 8 minutes on foot from the waterfront Mallory Square, not very far from The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. The Saint Hotel Key West, Autograph Collection is nestled in the heart of Duval with leather arm chairs and couches all surrounded by glimmering candles and chic decor, a 5-minute stroll from Audubon House and Tropical Gardens. Options for cultural tourism include Key West Shipwreck Treasure Museum, set approximately 6 minutes' walk away. The Saint Hotel Key West, Autograph Collection is located 10 km from Key West International airport and in vicinity of Lower Keys Shuttle bus stop.
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Key West Hospitality Inns offers 48 rooms, and it's 500 metres of the even Southernmost Point.
This inn is located in the old part of Key West, at walking distance from the downtown commercial zoned Duval Street. A stroll of 18 minutes will take guests to the bustling plaza "Mallory Square". Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Dog Beach, which is 900 metres away. This cosy hotel is placed a mere 1.1 km from the fully accredited Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Museum. Key West Hospitality Inns is located 10 km from Key West International airport and just near Whitehead Street & Julia Street bus stop.
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Nestled in an entertainment neighbourhood, the 4-star Hilton Garden Inn Key West / The Keys Collection is around a 10-minute ride from culture-oriented attractions like Key West Firehouse Museum. This upscale inn, located nearly a 10-minute drive from Higgs Beach Dog Park, boasts a swimming pool along with a hot tub and an outdoor swimming pool.
Smathers Beach is only a stone's throw from the newly renovated accommodation, while Key West Tropical Forest and Botanical Garden is only a 5-minute stroll away. Natural attractions in the area include Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory, around a 15-minute ride from the newly built Hilton Garden Inn Key West / The Keys Collection, and a beach is 500 metres away. A grocery and shops are also placed behind the upscale property. No matter the religion, travellers prefer to visit the historic Saint Mary Star of the Sea Church, a popular place of worship set around a 10-minute ride from Hilton Garden Inn Key West / The Keys Collection. The accommodation is located 5 km from Key West International airport and fairly close to North Roosevelt Boulevard at 24 North Hotel bus stop.
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Old Town Suites is located in Key West, nearly 5 minutes on foot from The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum, and offers a swimming pool. This 3-star guest house features WiFi throughout the property.
The accommodation boasts an excellent setting relatively close to the even Southernmost Point. The hotel is within 5 minutes' stroll of Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum and within 16 minutes' walk of the fully accredited Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Museum. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Dog Beach, which is a 10-minute walk away. Old Town Suites is a few minutes drive from the bustling plaza "Mallory Square". This property is sited around 5 minutes' walk from Whitehead Street & Julia Street bus stop.
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The 3-star Island City House Key West is located about a 14-minute stroll from the waterfront Mallory Square and features various recreational opportunities and entertainment activities on site. This Key West hotel lies in a historical area, within walking distance from such cultural sights as The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum.
The property is set in the very heart of Key West 5 minutes' walk from Nancy Forrester's Secret Garden. Standing a mere 9 minutes on foot from the downtown commercial zoned Duval Street, the Island City House is only a short drive from Key West Shipwreck Treasure Museum. The accommodation will also take you to Key West Aquarium, which is nearly 13 minutes' walk away. Island City House is around a 5-minute walk from Fleming Street & Elizabeth Street bus stop.
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The 3-star Speakeasy Inn Key West includes spacious rooms and is set 5 minutes on foot from Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum. Guests who stay at this Key West inn can park their car on site.
The budget property is situated in the very heart of a historical neighbourhood and only a few minutes from The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. The hotel is located at 600 metres from the downtown commercial zoned Duval Street and a 12-minute stroll from the vintage parish "Saint Paul's Episcopal Church of Key West". Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Dog Beach, which is just 8 minutes' walk away. The area features a number of shopping sites such as the waterfront Mallory Square within 5 minutes' drive of Speakeasy Inn. There is United Street & Duval Street bus stop only 5 minutes' walk away.
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Nestled in the heart of Duval with one of Key West's top culinary experiences 15 minutes on foot from Audubon House and Tropical Gardens, the 2-star New Orleans House - Gay Male Adult Guesthouse Key West offers pool views. Boasting a location only metres from The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum, the hotel includes 13 rooms along with a Jacuzzi and an outdoor swimming pool.
This property is located in the heart of Key West, within 6 minutes' walk of the even Southernmost Point. The downtown commercial zoned Duval Street is fairly close to the New Orleans House - Gay Male Adult Guesthouse in Key West. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Dog Beach, which is approximately 14 minutes' walk away. New Orleans House - Gay Male Adult Guesthouse is also around 15 minutes' walk from the fully accredited Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Museum. This property is located 10 km from Key West International airport and within an easy walking distance to Whitehead Street & Julia Street bus stop.
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Key West Sailing Adventures Hotel offers 6 rooms around 19 minutes on foot from The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. The hotel also includes parking.
Located within a 6-minute walk of 7 Artists & Friends Gallery, the accommodation is set not so far from Key West Shipwreck Treasure Museum. Simonton Street is within a 7-minute stroll of this 3-star hotel in Key West. The property is a 5-minute ride from Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory and other main attractions of Key West. The nearest bus stop is Caroline Street & William Street 5 minutes' stroll away.