Food was delicious but they allowed a dog in and I thought it was prohibited in restaurants. I love…read moredogs but not a fan inside a eating establishment

Came here after opening week. It was very busy, but I was visiting with a friend I hadn't seen in…read moreforever, so I didn't mind. The sushi was great. The spring rolls just tasted like average spring rolls that weren't made Fresh, if I'm being honest. Enjoyed the complementary fish dip that was given upon our arrival. Our bartender was great. We sat at the high tops near the bar. Everything in the Keys is pricey, but at least you're getting what you pay for here. The sushi shop came over and said hi, which was very nice. Overall, I would recommend this place, but be ready to wait a little while, as they are very busy with everyone wanting to dine at the new spot. Definitely wanna come back and try the happy hour.

Loved this resort! Best part is you have access to 2. Both…read morehave pools with bar and ocean views. Music never stops and neither does the relaxing fun. Check in was easy (they even got us in early). Rooms were nice, sheets were clean, room was stocked and cool. Fridge in every room and all toiletries available. We jumped from pool to pool and when needed relaxation went over to the private beach area. The weather was sunny and windy. It was the perfect combination of a nap on there numerous provided hammocks. There's always some festivity going on to choose from but we went our own route. Happy hour is available even on the weekends and make sure to grab some bites. There are a couple of fast food places around just in case and local restaurants but all you really need is here at the resort. Our days were filled with ocean breezes, cold cocktails, naps by the sea, and the perfect sunsets. Also available were spa services and gym. Take advantage of it all!

General - We came here for our 2026 winter vacation. We were looking for sun and sand and found it…read morein Marathon, Florida! Location - This hotel is located right in the middle of Marathon in the Florida Keys. Marathon is a fairly large city when looking at the keys and this hotel is right in the middle of everything this island has to offer. You are close to many different restaurants, a Publix, famous 7-Mile Bridge and the one of the best beaches in the Keys, Sombrero Beach. Rooms & Building - Rooms are all suites and spacious. They reminded me of what you would find normally at an Embassy Suites. The style and theme was modern, nautical which fit the surrounding area. The room had a fridge and microwave and a small living area. The bathroom had a spacious rainfall shower and large vanity with plenty of room to spare. Amenities - The hotel has two outdoor pools onsite. The pools are heated and stayed comfortable throughout our stay. The site also offers a small butterfly garden, green space with firepits and hammocks, and beautiful marina views (and sunsets). The property grounds are well maintained and beautiful. Food - Breakfast is not included in your stay but there is a restaurant and coffee shop onsite. The coffee shop serves Cuban-style coffee which was unique and very good. The breakfast sandwiches at the coffee shop were also pretty good. We didn't eat at the restaurant but the food menu looked interesting. Vibe - Easy going staff and customers. No complaints. Reality vs. Online - Pictures that I saw on their website and online matched the quality and condition of the hotel and rooms in-person. No surprises. Price & Final Verdict - If you are looking for a luxurious stay while in the Florida Keys, Faro Blanco offers a good mix of luxury and hotel-styled amenities. One neat perk - if you are a Diamond member, you can use the amenities at their sister resort next door (infinity pool, hot tub, and man-made beach). Prices tend to fall into the $300's+ for a night, so this place might not be in everyone's price range or interest.

Amazing! What can I say? Boat service to and from the private island . Telephone poles can be seen…read morerunning to this island that Joe Kennedy put in for a movie location of JFK. Service. Service. Service. All with smiles and sincerity! Special shout out to David, Liz, Amy and Juan for their kindness and amazing service. Really had my best RnR of Florida trip. Food exceptionally delicious. We had dinner on the beach with the most perfect ambient temperature Ive ever had! We needed to stay longer. Next time we will!! Thank you all who make this resort 6-star out if 5

We had an incredible stay at Little Palm Island. A special thank you to Carol, who went above and…read morebeyond to help get everything booked and made the entire process seamless. Her attention and effort truly set the tone for a wonderful trip. The resort itself is absolutely beautiful a perfect escape. The staff was very accommodating and even arranged a late checkout so we could fully enjoy our last day on the island, which we really appreciated. The weather ended up being perfect, and the whole experience felt relaxing, luxurious, and memorable. We can't wait to come back.

Needed a hard reset and this place delivered. My wife and I slipped down to Rainbow Bend for three…read moredays -- first kid-free stretch in 13 years -- and it felt like we hit the mute button on life. Private beach, no crowds, just a tiki hut, a couple of chairs, and that endless blue. Sunrise coffee under the palapa, sunset watching the sky light up like a torch... simple, quiet, perfect. What I liked: real privacy, easy beach access, and zero nonsense. You can actually hear the water, not your neighbor's playlist. We walked barefoot, breathed, soaked up Vitamin D, and remembered how good "nothing" can feel. It's the kind of spot where you put the phone down, talk like adults, and come back better. If you need nightlife, look elsewhere. If you want calm, views for days, and a Keys pace that lets your nervous system chill, Rainbow Bend is it. We left rested, grateful, and already planning the next escape. Highly recommend for couples who want space to reconnect without the chaos.

What could improve? A lot!…read more We arrived after office closed, found our room after walking past a sketchy dark/unlit hallway of sorts. Checked the security of window to discover there was nothing secure about it. No lock-slider easily went up and hurricane shutters which were closed, easily opened up. There was tissue of some sort stuffed in the casing around the noisy ac unit. It sounded like bowling was taking place in room above us. Most likely the plastic chairs being slid across floors. Putting in for a complete refund-better happen!

all of their food is very good!!!! I love the Cod basket and…read moretheir pork dishes! Employees are friendly and helpful! Jerry the owner is usually there to oversee that things are done right!

Really nice rooms and clean property. They have two buildings, the one up front feels newer and…read morehas interior room doors; while the one at the rear of the property feels older and has exterior room doors. Our room and the property overall were very nice, but I have to say it appears our room's wood floors hadn't been cleaned very well because our white socks would get very dirty immediately upon walking on them. Couple of pools with water views; one by each building. Between the buildings are a restaurant, some boat docks, and a shop with guest services like boating, snorkeling, diving, etc. (all additional costs of course). The restaurant on the property was really good, as was the restaurant directly across the highway from the hotel, so you've got options if you don't want to drive or want to have some adult beverages. Complementary breakfast in the front building, but it can be very busy and hard to get a table sometimes. $20 per day for parking is a bit ridiculous to me; land in Marathon isn't at a premium like in Key West. Overall a very nice hotel at reasonable rates for the area. Would definitely stay here again.

Came in for a weekend getaway with the family and we had a great stay. We checked in on a Friday…read moreevening and the process was smooth. The front desk is small and uncomfortable as it right by the entrance door so I can imagine on a busy check in time being an issue. They do have an independent restaurant on property and another one across the street which was perfect while we stayed. All associates where nice and professional. They complementary breakfast had a little bit of everything and had enough room to sit. Pool towels are located in the front desk so we had to remember getting some before heading there. Overall is was a nice room and I nice stay.

Every winter for the last 25 years I have spent at least a few days in the Florida Keys, and always…read morestay at the Key Lantern/Blue Fin in Islamorada. I have always had a good experience. The rooms are basic and clean, and include small rooms on the Key Lantern side and larger rooms on the Blue Fin side, with kitchens. The Key Lantern is absolutely the best hotel bargain in the Keys. My wife likes fancy, and when she is with me we have spent as much as $500 a night or more elsewhere. If you want or need a pool, room service, and a new facility, try one of the $500 a night places. But at the Key Lantern you will get clean, basic accommodations for closer to $100 per night. A side benefit is that the Lor-e-Lei, one of the best casual restaurants in the Keys, is right next door. You get an outdoor sunset view over the Bay from the restaurant (photo attached), with live entertainment most nights. Someday we will loose this gem, and the property will be developed into a hotel with rates 6 times as high. Until then, if you want basic accommodations, try the Key Lantern. You won't be sorry.

The Twelve Days of Yelpmas Day Five…read more This place might not be anything special but it has character and it's cheap! You won't find entry cards but old school keys and a shower that reminded me of an old cabin we'd rent in "Up North" Michigan back in my childhood. The bed didn't even have a headboard and it was just inches from the front window but it gave me a good night's rest, especially valuable after sleeping the previous night in my Nissan Rogue rental after finding last minute hotel rooms on Art Basel weekend near Miami wasn't happening. I much prefer 11 am checkout to 10 but I won't grouse much. It got me on an early start to my journey to Key West. Key Lantern Motel is actually two buildings interspersed with trailers so it's literally in a trailer park! Fortunately Ricky wasn't shooting any guns, Bubbles' cats weren't meowing all night and Lahey wasn't stumbling around drunk knocking shit over in the middle of the night. There was some morning renovations at a trailer that made a bit of noise but it wasn't too bad. And there was a crazy art trailer with a sign that said THE SHED! No sign of the aforementioned Bubbles though. Maybe Ray is down here. I heard he moved to Florida after faking his own death for an insurance scam. Inexpensive funky old school little place... I wouldn't mind staying here again if I find myself in Islamorada. It's gotta be cheaper than anywhere in Key West and it's only a two hour drive.

We had an amazing time snorkeling and visiting the sandbar. Great way to spend time on the water in…read moreIslamorada!