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    Drop Anchor Resort & Marina

    3.6 (74 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Mike R.

    The rooms were clean and well maintained. The biggest opportunity preventing the hotel from a 5 stars was that the boat ramp was not being maintained. It had tons of sea grass, sargassum and muck. In addition, there were tons of mosquitoes that made the outdoor experience an opportunity. Boater beware as the ramp is steep, slippery and crooked. It a shame as the hotel is nice and clean.

    Daniel G.

    Absolutely amazing and affordable. Pool overlooks the ocean and beautiful spot. Close to late night Hog Heaven restaurant and ocean view bar til 4am. Donna, owner up front is very kind and makes you feel right at home. I'm definitely coming again. Back deck to place I got, stove full kitchen. Wonderful place. FYI, buy Donna flowers during your stay. Let's see how many flowers we can get this kind lady.

    Multiple bugs inside light

    Most rooms in this hotel must be OK. The problem is if you book with Expedia and you are the last person in the last room they offer is absolutely repulsive. We checked in late at 8:00 PM. There were bugs inside the light. The bathroom vanity was falling apart. The door did not lock properly. There was no smoke detector. We politely asked for a refund the next morning and we were told no. It was clear that the person at the desk knew that the room was entirely too small and denied the problems with the room. He said all of those things are fixable and we can do it now. My question is why wasn't it done before we arrived? I would use extreme caution in booking this hotel. They were not fair and charged a resort fee before we even arrived. I would give this a zero if I could.

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    I am apologize for the length of this review!!! If I could give this place zero, stars, I would!!!!! Warning... Do not go there! The manager.(Daniel) lies. He will tell you anything to get you to come to the resort he probably gets commission. (IfI was the owner he would not have a job) We wanted a resort with a beach that we could walk into, and he promised me that they had one! He said there is a walk in - swimmable beach - there is not! We specifically called there before we went and specifically asked for the walk-in beach he assured me that they had one and that a whole bunch of people swim in the beach there...I guarantee you they do not!!! The room-ocean view.: Our room we looked out from our patio and there was the ocean in the distance. Definitely beautiful! But first you have to look over two tops of two rusted trailers, and if you look down you see a pile of garbage. Yuk. The room has no drawers for clothing. The bolt on the door does not bolt! There is 1 Coffee cup in the room/ 1 chair/a small mostly unusable table (8"x 36"), beds uncomfortable. The coffee maker also did not work- no surprise. The girl at the front, Donna, was very nice. She tried to help but the manager would not return her calls. When we did complain she offered to switch our room to a non ocean view room- No! When we decided we were leaving even though we booked 4 nights she tried to offer us an oceanfront room but she even said she understood that it was not about the room as much as it was about the missing beach. It was not the room. It was not the unprofessionalism of the manager or set up of the "resort",if you want to call it that! We wanted a Beach that we could walk into the water and enjoy the beach! They did not have that! The manager 100% lied! Two days later I get a call from the manager.... He asked me what went wrong, and I told him! His response was that since they offered us a different room we do not qualify for a refund! Oh wow! Customer service at its worst! The location offers nothing they claim to offer! "Warning" Do not go there!

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    Jennifer M.

    I'll be honest - I am a resort kinda gal. My mom worked in hospitality for over a decade so I've always been reluctant to stay at smaller places. My fiancé and I decided to take an impromptu trip to Islamorada for NYE and found Drop Anchor. Oh. My. God. I have been missing out. It is the absolutely most PERFECT place to stay if you just want to get away and relax. I was blown away by how well maintained and cleaned the property and rooms are. Check in was simple and seamless. Everyone at the front desk is so nice and super helpful with all of the questions we had! We stayed in room 9 and absolutely loved it. It's on the second floor and looks out to the ocean. It was mesmerizing. The room itself is HUGE. You have a full kitchen in there, bathroom area with a decent sized closet and then bed/living area. And of course the patio! It was incredible watching the sunset and sunrise. They have a pool, games and kayak/paddle board rentals. We actually went kayaking the next day and I highly recommend it! Reasonable rates and beautiful area to go kayaking it. I was so sad to leave! I cannot wait to stay here again next time we are in Islamorada.

    Room 8 with sleep sofa
    Jessica K.

    I typically do not stay in Islamorada. I prefer to travel further south to Marathon, to get away from the mainland. I loved this place! We stayed ocean front and enjoyed the fabulous view. It was windy during our stay so we didn't have the opportunity to use the paddle boards and kayaks but it's certainly convenient when the weather cooperates. There is a boat launch for boaters! The room was clean and the kitchen was stocked with minimum basics. Bring your own sharp knives, wine opener, egg turner etc. if you plan to cook and not just reheat leftovers. The location is good and you can easily walk to Hog Heaven which has excellent views and live entertainment. There are other nearby restaurants as well.

    $743 for 3 nights?? had to sleep on floor, no room, not appropriate room size for how they advertise.
    Enrique P.

    Hello, I travel frequently, and am not the type to leave a review, in fact for a hotel experience from the booking of it and the actual hotel stay, this was the worst hotel experience I have ever had in my 56 years.  I had to put the time in and get this review out there.  It's not just the hotel, it's also Hotel.com which I will never use again, and the hotel Drop Anchor in Islamorada, Florida Keys.  I go to Florida Keys 3/4x a year, me and the guys do fishing trips.  We always stay at the Breezy Palm in Islamorada.  Normally I call and book it over the phone.  This time however, I went online, wrote into Google, "Breezy Palm" and the Breezy Palm hotel  pictures and facility came up. So I continued the online process, checked availability, the Breezy Palms had the opening on my dates, and I went ahead and booked my room.   Turns out the online process runs through Hotel.com and they took my money for the whole 3 nights stay.  (Which normally the Breezy Palm only charges the 1st night and we square away on checkout) but, I didn't care, in the end, the amount is what it is.  They sent me a confirmation email with reservation number.  So on the date of my stay I arrive at the Breezy Palm (along with 9 other people for our fishing trip) the date is March 13, 2021, much to my surprise- no reservations!  I pull up my reservation number and the lady at Breezy Palm points out it's to a Drop Anchor Hotel 4 miles away?? And they are sold out at the Breezy Palm.  Why did Hotel.com show Breezy Palm pictures and facility, lead me to believe that I am booking the Breezy Palm, but really book me some where else?  THIS IS BAIT AND SWITCH TACTICS by Hotel.com.  The room rate was also $743 for 3 nights? Which is a little higher than normal for Breezy Palm, but at Breezy Palms there decent rooms, with bedroom, kitchen, and living room with pull out additional beds, the rate was marginally higher due to spring break season, which was Ok for the Breeze Palm to stay at. I would never EVER have paid that rate for the Drop Anchor no star hotel Hotel.com bait and switched me too!  When I get to the Drop Anchor, the room is about the size of a large over size closet and only one bed that barely fit in it - which didn't work for us, as we were two grown men that aren't gay. I immediately protested the room. They were sold out also, and didn't have rooms to switch, after some debate the attendant there brings a mattress that barely even fits on the floor. The room I am not kidding is the size of an over sized closet 10 X 8 maybe? With the bathroom!   I have pictures and videos of the room.   $743 for 3 nights and your in a oversized closet of a room, the a/c doesn't work - and it gets 90 outside, no closet to hang your clothe, no door for the bathroom (it's a sliding door with holes with no lock) the bathroom is maybe 2 feet wide? No fan for toilet, you can't sit where the toilet is as there is no room (has to be seriously out of code), you have to enter the shower sideways and slide in. The toilet paper holder is hanging from the wall.  Again, I have pictures it's shocking.  The shades on the windows are all broken and has holes all over them.   This room isn't even a Motel 8 caliber $59 a night room?  This room was most likely a storage room jammed together and converted into a very poorly made half bedroom to try and squeeze more rent out of something that shouldn't be rented.  I also question the safety of the room due to the bathroom serious out of code (spacing) construction and/or lack of its proper up keep and maintance.  When I complained and left a bad review, as Hotel.com sent me a link, the hotels response was "you booked it like that" which was never EVER the truth.  I am going to look to see if there is any legal recourse for leaving me stranded on my vacation like that for both Hotel.com and there bait and switch online tactic, as I'll bet I am not the only one this has happened too and Drop Anchor Hotel. BUYER BEWARE OF HOTEL.COM and DROP ANCHOR in Islamorada, Florida Signed, Enrique Perez

    View from the BBQ after an epic day on the water.
    Alexander J. B.

    This place was just what my Wife and I needed to extend Summer. We traveled down from RI and where blown away by this little Florida gem. Zac the manager took care of everything we needed, our room was clean and they provided Weber Grills to cook on the beach or outside your room. We rented the paddle boards for a day and explored the coast and sand bars. You can walk down to Hog Heaven if you want to go to the bar and there where plenty of great dinning options close by. The Midway Cafe was our favorite breakfast stop. We are 100% coming back, getting a suite with a kitchen and not leaving all winter!!! PS. They have a boat ramp you can use if you have a boat. If not they will send you to great boat rental spot down the street to go out fishing or to the famous sand bars.

    Chris W.

    Nice spot. We were here for just one night but, this place was perfect for us. We had two couples, got adjoining rooms and had a great time. We would come again if we are in the area. Two thumbs up!

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    Jessica I.

    We come here every 3 to 4 mos to scuba and defuse, and always come here. Its quiet and serene, plus its a great location. Always clean and nice.

    Have a drink and this view
    Nicole C.

    Let's be honest it is the Drop Anchor MOTEL and Marina... which is fine. The original sign says Motel, all of the web presence says Resort... that's stretching it I think. But, it's a great Motel! It's clean, up kept, kitschy in a great old Florida type of way. Think 1950s/60s roadside Motel, well maintained and comfortable. The rooms are a good size. There is a beach area (no swim access) but fun to sit and have a drink and watch the boats drive by. There is a nice pool on the property. If you have a boat, this place is perfect. There is a boat launch and you can tie up right on the dock. Overall enjoyable stay! Note: I think it would be great if they rented fishing polls out and maybe some kayaks... this would be ideal! You could fish off the dock and launch kayaks right there... this would help actually make it a Resort. Easy to do I would think.

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    My fiancé and I decided to take an impromptu trip to Islamorada for NYE and found Drop Anchor.

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    The Sunset Inn

    The Sunset Inn

    4.5
    (33 reviews)
    2.7 mi

    We recently stayed at Sunset Inn in Islamorada and had a mixed experience. On the positive side,…read morethe room was clean and well-maintained, and the check-in process was very smooth and hassle-free, which we appreciated after a long day of travel. However, we felt that the property is quite highly priced for what it offers. Unfortunately, our comfort was affected by a few issues in the room--the bed made noticeable noise even with slight movement, which made it difficult to get a good night's sleep. Additionally, the air conditioner was quite loud, adding to the disturbance. Overall, while the cleanliness and easy check-in were definite positives, the noise issues and pricing did not quite match our expectations.

    Well known and respected member of the community, the Sunset Inn was an interesting stay…read more Easy with check-in, parking was a breeze, and the unit was accessible to physically challenged. The hotel itself was very clean, and the room looked like it was recently remodeled. The bed had a European style bottom on it where I kept hitting my ankle and toes. The mattress was kind of soft, but the pillows were really nice and comfortable. The bathroom looked rather old, and the shower itself didn't have a door on it. So you risk getting water onto the bathroom on the floor when you're just taking a normal shower. I liked the rear room door which led to the pool area. The pool was a saltwater type and very inviting. This was a major plus for this Inn. Get the towels from the front office and pick a nice spot around the pool. This area really was well done Shopping is a breeze with the Publix grocery store just one mile south. Many great choices for restaurants are all within 2 miles. There are no places to cook inside the unit, but there is a microwave outback in case you wanna warm something. A small refrigerator is provided along with a coffee maker and Keurig coffee pods. Try not to book a room facing the street, as it gets rather noisy at night. Also, foot traffic during was rather loud up until midnight. There is a great value in staying here as the price for rooms are very reasonable. I think I paid $136 for the night. The two women at check-in were very polite and attentive to my needs. Questions were answered, I think I would stay here again if I didn't have a room up against the highway. Be sure to inquire first.

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    Amara Cay Resort

    Amara Cay Resort

    3.6
    (201 reviews)
    5.0 mi

    This was our second year staying at the Amara Cay, and what an enjoyable experience both times. We…read morewere allowed early check in which is such a nice amenity. Check in was quick, and very friendly with recommendations. Our room was on the second floor again, this time an ocean front and wow - it's worth it. We had the courtyard view last time and it's also a very pretty view - you can't lose. The pool area and bar is so wonderful - very scenic, and the service at the bar is great. They have a great menu for lunch options that they bring out to you. The room was very clean, modern, and spacious. You can request a microwave if you need too! There are bikes, paddle boards, and kayaks for rental for free. Lots of things going on in between the three resorts - we wish we'd had a chance to try the yoga! We will be back for years to come.

    We just finished a 7 day visit to Amara Cay resort. This was somewhat disappointing in regard to…read morecustomer service and room cleanliness and supplies. After 3 days my wife had to threaten the front desk staff with using towels to wipe her ass if the maids didn't restock the toilet paper in our room. Totally unacceptable for a resort. They kept assuring us the rooms service maids were coming in daily, but they never did until she threatened to come down and make a scene. The staff seemed unmotivated to complete even the basic cleaning tasks. We only asked for two coffee k cups, clean towels and the two room garbage cans to be emptied on a daily basis. That was just too demanding and the staff tried to mean-mug us when we came and went but finally got it done for the final two days of our visit. I'd advise you visit another property because the service is nonexistent and a total disappointment. Their on site restaurant was a joke as well. Completely overpriced and out of touch given the location. Every other restaurant we visited in the area was excellent, but theirs was almost always empty. The menu was way overpriced and there were countless local options that were much better and less expensive. Nearly all the staff on site see to be unwilling to provide service to customers and displaying a shitty attitude overall. Leadership changes need to take place or this property will crumble. Good location, just bad service with inadequate leadership supervision.

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    Baker's Cay Resort Key Largo, Curio Collection by Hilton

    Baker's Cay Resort Key Largo, Curio Collection by Hilton

    3.6
    (194 reviews)
    11.3 mi
    $$$

    We recently stayed at Baker's Cay Resort Key Largo, part of the Hilton collection, over winter…read morebreak. As Hilton Gold members, we were fortunate to receive a small room upgrade at booking, which we definitely appreciated. Let me start with the highlights the resort amenities are wonderful, especially for families. There were plenty of complimentary activities for kids during the day, and even fun nighttime events like dancing that were adorable and well thought out. It truly felt family-friendly, and there was always something going on to keep everyone entertained. The cutest was Santa pics with cookies and milk! The staff was attentive and kind throughout our stay, and honestly, that goes a long way. Great service can elevate an entire experience, and they really delivered on that front. That said, at nearly $1,000 per night during peak season, I did expect the facilities and rooms to be in better condition. The property has so much potential, but parts of it felt a bit rundown for the price point. The rooms could use some attention and deeper cleaning. I completely understand that this is a beachfront resort and sand is inevitable however we noticed quite a bit of sand throughout the room, even on the bed when it had been freshly made. I've stayed at other beach resorts where housekeeping was a bit more thorough in that regard. However nothing crazy but cleanliness is big in my book. One morning, there was also a cockroach at the coffee cart. My husband reported it right away to the front desk. The next few mornings the cart wasn't out, and I'm assuming they were addressing the situation, which I appreciate but it was still a bit off-putting. The on-site restaurants were good not extraordinary, but enjoyable and I felt the pricing there was fair considering it's a resort property. Overall, we had a great experience. The resort has incredible potential, and with a little more attention to upkeep especially considering the premium nightly rate it could easily be a five-star stay. The friendly staff and activities made a big difference.

    Do not expect anything special. No concierge level, no decent free coffee service and when you buy…read moresomething such as food and drink there is a 20% service charge and high prices to begin with. And don't forget the tax man as he is expensive as well. We had coffee from the coffee truck in the lobby and for a regular coffee and a latte it was $21 with the fees. 2 drinks at the pool was $42 with the fees and 2 apps from the bar last night was $50 with a $5 tip. Total rip off for what you get. We have stayed at Hiltons in 16 countries including the Grand Wailea Maui and have never seen these types of numbers. 10+ years as a Diamond with Hilton and this is a shameful experience. It would be different if the rooms made up for it but they are no better than a redone drive up motel as it is noisy all night long with halls open to the parking lot.

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    The Islands of Islamorada

    The Islands of Islamorada

    3.2
    (6 reviews)
    2.2 mi

    This resort did not live up to its "exclusive" reputation. The property is entirely non-smoking,…read morewhich was not clearly disclosed at check-in, and there is no designated smoking area at all. The tiki bar does not have a liquor license ( margarita was made with wine), and the food was subpar for the price point (delivered to you in to go containers only with plastic forks). The atmosphere felt chaotic with children running and screaming throughout the property, yet staff were quick to police adults - even interrupting us for quietly playing cards on our own balcony after 7pm. Water sports were another frustration: staff were unfriendly, offered no guidance, and only appeared to yell at guests for touching equipment without a waiver, rather than having someone present to assist when guests of any kind are on the beach. Nothing on the property is open past 7pm, and guests are pushed out of the hot tub before 9pm. Overall, the experience felt overly restrictive, poorly communicated, and not worth the cost. We will not return. I recommend if you are going to spend THAT much money on a property in the keys, book your stay literally anywhere else. Edith is the only member of the staff that's pleasant and worth talking to. Thank you for making this awful stay at least somewhat worth one star

    As I think with all the "resort" type places on Islamorada you really don't even know they are…read morethere driving down US-1. This is especially true for this place as its entrance isn't even on the highway. Coming through the gates you enter your own special quiet world. I had the pleasure of staying in one of the villas and outside of the stairs just to get off the ground floor, and never mind to your bedroom, the place was gorgeous. (Yes, I know this is Florida, it is the coast, and you don't want to have living space on the ground floors) Otherwise, everything was quiet in November. Few people at the pools, almost no one at the beach, and even fewer at the bar. The bar doesn't serve hard liquor (since it doesn't have that kind of license), but it has a good selection of other drinks and some interesting mixes to get around the limitations -- like a sake piña colada. Only staying for a few days and looking for more quiet than adventure I did not take advantage of any water sports or other activities. The "beach" here is okay, but it is the Keys. I don't think you are coming here for world-class beach access.

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