I love the Laureate Hotel in Key West and if this could be my homebase for every trip, believe me it would be. A hotel that is all suites, no doubt you’ll have enough space to enjoy your stay and come home to peaceful accommodations each night. With a kitchen, living room, separate bedrooms and decks, the Laureate Hotel really is setup to maximize your comfort level for a Key West vacation.
Take a look at what staying at the Laureate Hotel is like, and if you have any questions about the accommodations or things to do nearby, please leave a comment or send us a note. We’re always happy to share more, especially when we’re talking about one of our favorite towns!
Why Stay at the Hotel Laureate Key West
I really cannot say enough about the way the Laureate Hotel was designed. The multi-room suites are beautifully decorated and are perfectly set up to be either a great home base for exploring Key West or a condo alternative with all the service and luxuries of a resort hotel. I’ve mentioned it when talking about other Key West hotels, but the location of the Laureate Hotel is actually a bonus for me also.
Located on Roosevelt Blvd just before you get to the Garrison Bight Marina, it’s easy in and out whenever you want to go anywhere. It’s convenient to get to a grocery store, to walk along the waterfront, to get to a few different tour and charter companies, and you get a wonderful view of the water. You can’t complain. If your goal is to stay somewhere that you can walk to the restaurants in the main town area of Key West, the Laureate Hotel isn’t the pick for that, but for everything else, it’s awesome.
Note: the Hotel Laureate is a part of the Opal Collection. One of our favorite hotels in Maine, the Samoset Resort in Rockport is also a part of this hotel group. Beautiful properties!
Room Options at the Laureate
The rooms at the Laureate Key West include a One Bedroom King (sleeps 4), One Bedroom Two Queen (sleeps 6), One Bedroom Deluxe King with full dining room (sleeps 4), and then the three bedroom loft suite (sleeps 10). They all are equipped with kitchens and at minimum a breakfast bar. Every room type has a sofa bed in addition to its declared bed type. They also all have at minimum a good sized balcony, with some having a deck also, and ALL rooms have a view of the ocean.
The Family Loft Suite is incredible. Give me outdoor space attached to my hotel room and I’m golden. Make it extra spacious with separate room for kids and another traveling party (like an auntie or grandparents) and we’re super thrilled. The Three Bedroom Loft suite at the Laureate are marvelous. The layout was ideal for us to be able to function separately, having our own schedules, including enough distance between us all that kids could go to bed and adults could stay up late enjoying ourselves.
Key West Laureate Hotel Amenities
Besides being an all-suites hotel, the Laureate also offers several services for guests, including a grocery service. Since the hotel suites have small kitchens (full, but small) you can actually order groceries in advance and the Laureate Hotel staff will do the shopping for you and they’ll stock your fridge and cabinets prior to your arrival (as long as the timing is right). For guests who’ve made the drive all the way down the Overseas Highway on their arrival day this is a wonderfully welcome service, especially if you’re traveling with kids. Believe me, we know.
The pool and public space amenities are also great. You can easily spend time just relaxing in the pool and playing cornhole. There are plenty of lounge chairs and even a barbeque lean-to for grilling during your stay at the Hotel Laureate. It’s great.
Dining Near the Laureate Hotel
There are no restaurants on property at the Hotel Laureate, but there are plenty of options nearby and each unit has a kitchen so you’ll be fine. Our picks for good places to eat near the Hotel Laureate include:
- The Stoned Crab
- Hurricane Hole
- Stock Rock Cafe
- Tavern N Town
- Seaside Cafe at the Mansion
- El Siboney (so good!)
There are so many restaurants in Key West that are a five minute drive or bike ride, you’ll have tons of choices if you choose to dine out instead of cooking in your unit. And come back and leave a comment about where you enjoyed eating. We always like to try new spots!
Hotel Laureate Parking Information
Self-parking is included when you stay at the Hotel Laureate Key West. There is both exposed and under cover parking. The parking is kind of tight, so if you’re driving a large vehicle, the exposed parking may be the better option for you. Don’t forget to register your vehicle when you check in to get your parking pass.
Activities and Sights Near the Hotel Laureate
Being located on Roosevelt Boulevard, the Hotel Laureate is easy to get to when you first arrive in Key West. You don’t have to deal with the downtown area traffic, and when it’s time to leave or go explore the Lower Keys, you’ll have a quick route out of town. There are plenty of activities near the Laureate, so when you’re ready to explore a bit within five minutes you can be anywhere. Here are our top picks for this neighborhood:
- rent kayaks at Ibis Resort
- do night kayaking with Night Kayak Key West
- have a beach day at Smathers Beach
- do a morning or afternoon trip up to Big Pine Key to look for Key Deer
- have a day on a private charter with Island to Island Adventures (such wonderful service)
- do a snorkeling tour from the Historic Seaport, Honest Eco or Key West Eco Tours are great!
Hotel Laureate Operating Information
To be sure you have the best experience ________, here’s the operating information for your visit:
- Operating Dates/Season: year round, check in after 4:00 pm, check out by 11:00 am
- Office phone number: 305-295-7509
- Company website: hotel site
- Hotel check-in address: 3444 N Roosevelt Blvd, Key West FL 33040
- Hotel booking link: Book the Hotel Laureate here!
More Fun Things to do in Key West
Key West is many people’s favorite destination in the Florida Keys. You can’t blame them; there are so many wonderful things to do, historic sites, so much wildlife and great food. If you know you’re coming to Key West and need some ideas to add to your itinerary or travel plan, take a look at some of our favorite things to do. You can always just play it by ear, walking from neighborhood to neighborhood, but I like to always have at least a loose plan.
Where to Stay in Key West
If you haven’t planned where to stay in Key West yet, of course we have recommendations. We’ve stayed many place, from luxury resorts to family friendly hotels, cute stays in the historic center to spacious condos on the end of town. There’s the right type of accommodation for any type of traveler in Key West. Keep in mind that with so many things to do and beautiful places to just explore on foot, you may not have a ton of time in your hotel room, so you might not need a ton of space and lots of amenities. Also, Key West is pretty costly for accommodations. As you look for where to stay, balance out your budget by considering hotels that AREN’T directly downtown.
Here are some of our recommendations for where to stay in Key West. We’ll keep adding to this list as we enjoy more wonderful hotels and resorts.
I hope you’ll consider spending a few days at the Laureate Hotel. The all-suites hotel concept is awesome and you’ll love the resort as a whole. If you have any questions about visiting Key West or need additional recommendations, please leave a comment or send us a note. We’re always happy to share more and help plan awesome Florida Keys trips!
