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    Hampton Inn Marathon - Florida Keys

    3.3 (49 reviews)
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    Jimi J.

    Great location, awesome pool and cabana, wonderful service. There are restaurants and bars within walking distance and the views are beautiful.

    Clean spacious room
    Robert S.

    Nice and clean Hilton property. About 3 years old, it looks very well kept. The rooms are ample and they come with prep area with sink and microwave. The grounds are very green. There's a little market if you need to get any last minute grocery items. The breakfast buffet is typical Hampton Inn. From 6-10 am. Free parking is a plus. Located about 1 hour from Key West. About 30 min from Isla Morada. Nice restaurants close by, as well as a Dollar Tree, Winn Dixie and Publix.

    Hole in the wall

    I've been staying at this hotel for almost 6 months for work. Every week I come they put me in different rooms. Every time I check in the rooms are always half cleaned. Hair all over the bathroom floors and showers. I checked in the one week and they had wet mold on the ceiling. The front desk guy gave me an issue when I asked to have my room changed. I had the cleaning people come to my room to clean again and still hair everywhere. The breakfast is the best free breakfast in the keys but other than that the rooms are always dirty.make sure to bring a broom and mop when you stay over.i plus r recommend staying here after asking for a room changed they couldn't help me.

    View from balcony
    Kerri E.

    I am a Diamond member with Hilton, so needless to say I stay with them frequently, so this review keep that in mind. The good: location is great - Marathon is in the middle and really has a lot of good restaurants and activities. This location has free laundry, which is really nice. Also the fact that they have balconies/patios is nice. If you travel with your dogs the bottom level would be ideal. They even have doggy doo stations. Our room was clean. The lobby and main building is very modern and nice, with a great view across the street. You can't hear US 1 traffic at all and the guests in general seem to be quiet (older couples or younger stoners, not a lot of kids) The average: this is your normal Hampton breakfast. Well, actually the oatmeal is usually not as soupy and the juices have what they are labeled as having, but in general for all the reviews in awe of the breakfast- it's standard. You can hear TV, voices and sneezes from the next room. And hallway doors bang shut very loudly. The bad: the bathroom and entryway are LED lights and bright. The bedroom/couch/desk has 3 small dim lamps. The closet is very small. The fridge has no tiny freezer (we brought reusable ice packs that were useless since we had no freezer). The shower door was not level (would slide open and closed at the bottom with a 2" gap at the top) so the floor would get wet when you shower. The A/C doesn't have the ability to leave the fan on. So the room is either freezing while the A/C is running or stuffy and warm. The housekeeping only comes on request, yet they have an envelope for you to leave a tip for them! They came one time when we didn't request and emptied the trash and left clean towels, which was great, but we were down to 10 squares of toilet paper but they didn't leave any. The cupboard door under the kitchenette sink needs repair. Also the hot tub was warm (not hot) with a mound of sand (from where I gave no idea since there is not a beach here) at the bottom. The bartender was only there 2/5 days he was supposed to be there. The hotel is 100% smoke free but apparently not toke free because there were people smoking weed in several rooms with their doors open as well as outside on their patio. They have very thin, small and rough pool towels that you can exchange for clean/dry ones at the front desk. They charge you $25 each if you steal them (which you would only use for washing the car). Overall it's ok - I would stay here again and recommend it, but probably not as nice as what you'd expect from a Hampton for the price

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    Rick P.

    The unfortunate thing is that this might be the cheapest Hilton property in the Keys and you may be tempted to stay. I stayed here while on business and I must say that it isn't convenient to anywhere that a vacationer would want to go. The price certainly doesn't reflect that often over $300 per night. Secondly you notice the rust on the metal legs of the desks and furniture which maybe because of a flood? Lastly they have an ant problem. Tiny little ants that loved to bite my legs. For $300 a night you'd think they could afford a pest control company to come around and spray? I get that it's Florida and you'd get bugs; but it's noticeable especially with the hornet nest above my patio door. On the flip side the pool are and breakfast area are very nice. I did enjoy a few nights after work sitting in the hot tub. It's also a quite hotel without many party's which is rare in the keys.

    Balcony and beautiful sunset views
    Melissa M.

    This hotel is incredibly comfortable, from the bedroom to the bathroom. I personally love to have a balcony when I stay a night away from home, and wow this did not disappoint. The sunset views are stunning from here and you're within walking distance from a few restaurants so you can really soak up the Keys. The hospitality from the staff is so comforting, they make it feel like a home away from home and get you anything you need to have a nice stay. The pool is a bit small but there generally aren't too many people around so it's just right. The hot tub is really nice in the afternoon as the pool closes at 10 pm. Their bar serves food from 12-7 pm, we ordered a personal cheese pizza ($8) which was tasty and good portion for one person, and the spinach artichoke dip (I will always order this if it's on the menu...) and its good but I don't recommend as much. They have breakfast in the morning with a great spread. The only overall complaint I have is that our room's air conditioning made a strange sound every few seconds but it's not too big of an issue. Great hotel!

    Ivan H.

    This place is brand new at only 2 months old, and let me tell you...what a property! Rates at this Hampton are what you'd find elsewhere, coming in at around $225.00 a night, and what a beautiful place they did with this property; it's so expansive from the front desk, to the Tiki bar that offers alcohol and a nice Happy Hour too! Now that's a plus in my eyes. Another great amenity is that they offer free laundry and dryers too! Just buy or bring your own detergent and you're golden; I've never paid attention of other Hamptons offer this but this place does and what a nice add. Breakfast was very good on the first day with potatoes, ham and scrambled eggs; the next day it was an egg/cheese omelette and sliced kielbasa sausage. They also had the other usual cereal, bagel and homemade waffles. Beds were Hampton excellence and it made the night's sleep so comfortable that I can't wait to visit this property again when in the area. Lastly, I checked out Sunday but had a full day of activities that morning to afternoon; I called the front desk and spoke with "Vi" and asked her if it was possible to get a shower on the way back to Miami since I may have needed it, and she said it was possible, but to stop in to see her. We didn't need it after all, but just the kind gesture of it being there in case I needed it makes me want to come back here even more; this place exemplifies what all Hampton Inns need to operate like.

    Just_me H.

    I have been here 4 days, I have at least 4 more days and may extend 4 more! I can not comment on the negative reviews here as I wasn't there.. BUT, I will tell you , I have walked, hung out, spent time and looked at every part of this property that I have access to and it is great!!! The staff is unbelievable!! Friendly, helpful, funny.. they want you to have a good time and enjoy your stay.. and I am!! I have talked to front desk staff, housekeeping, breakfast workers, the dudes cutting the grass.. ohh and the GM! These are regular folks, they care.. My room, a single room with a queen size bed has a large flat screen tv, work station with Ethernet plug as well as USB and 110V plugs.. I have a small sink and counter area, a mid size fridge, a lot of cabinet space, microwave, a safe that is NO extra charge, a fold out couch that is great to sit one... I haven't slept on it . But I might.. very comfortable to sit... A couple stow away ottomans, updated bathroom, huge shower stall, I have a small porch area with 2 chairs and a small table. Water in shower is hot, great pressure , room was clean, carpeted by bed and couch area, some type of tile situation in walkway and bathroom. My room was clean, smelled clean and the AC will freeze you out! I love it! There is a small dock on the water with a few chairs and a table. I sit there have a few beers, watch the boats , enjoy the sun, watch the iguanas.. and relax. There is a very nice pool area with a tiki bar that isn't open at the moment, but it's 15 steps from my room , I can get a beer there. Ohh, the breakfast area is feeling huge!! Breakfast was scrabbled eggs, sausage, bacon, potatoes. There is oatmeal, breads, bagels , dry cereal, yogurt... You get it... It's nice.. friendly staff, open on time.. There is an office /business center... I see computers honestly not sure what else. I am on vacation man I am not interested in that, but it's there.. Community bathrooms near front desk are ridiculous!! Wicked huge, spotless.. very very nice Dude.. you are in Marathon Key, this place is empty, I am in paradise. There is a great seafood restaurant across the street, even I can walk there... It's freakin great! On the water, fresh seafood, decent happy hour... There is a boat launch across the street. A Winn Dixie and a Publix 3.8mi south of hotel. Gas station maybe 1000' south of hotel. What more do you need? Check my profile, I am not a shill for Hampton Inn... I travel, I see the good and the bad all over the country... These folks here take care of business! I am coming back, if you see.me here... I will even buy you a beer. Be safe, stay here and have fun dammit!! Steve

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    beautiful hotel, amazing pool, ants in room crumbs on floor dirt spot on the bed. no hot breakfast

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    Review Highlights - Hampton Inn Marathon - Florida Keys

    It has all the essentials from a pool, tiki bar, gym, ping pong table, to close proximity to restaurants.

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    Grassy Flats Resort & Beach Club

    (43 reviews)

    This review is for the DAY PASS, we did not stay over night. We came here for Labor day weekend and…read moreenjoyed their facilities for the day (2 pools, jacuzzi, beach access, bar, restaurant) We had a fabulous time! Staff was super friend, facility was clean overall (beach was a little sluggish but there had also been storms all week so its something they cant really control). When we arrived, we got a tour of the facilities and were each given a towel. We also took one of their kayaks for a ride (complimentary) which i appreciated! Overall, I would definitely recomend spending the day here with their day pass through Resort Pass or any other platform they offer their services in, its a decent price and the facilties are great!

    DO NOT STAY HERE!!! What a terrible experience. Right when you get out of your car to check in, you…read morewill smell dead carcass and think there are dead animals around you - it will actually be decomposing seaweed riddled with trash. As many of us do, we will look at the reviews and see it's highly rated only to realize that all the fake/paid 5/5 reviews are distorting the rest of the real ones that will discuss the truth of what you'll get with this stay. You will go to the manager to discuss this putrid smell and attempt to get a refund since you not only can't sleep through the disgust, the beach that you mainly booked for, is completely not usable. The manager will regurgitate a scripted response as she has done many times because there's obviously been a substantial amount of complaints regarding the lack of usability of the beach. It is as follows: - We have a live camera that shows the quality of the beach - I scream from everywhere regarding the sargasm - just check the website - No refunds. I'll credit your stay but you should have known the risks if you just look at the website. - We clean the beach daily. - It will be better when there is high tide. It's just low tide right now. - This all came in last night. All of that are completely erroneous. They have no live camera or mention of built up sargasm/seaweed on their website, and with the ample amounts of trash and literal decomposing seaweed, it is very telling that there is no daily clean up. There is a camera of the patio and far off ocean that conveniently does not display the shoreline but that's a separate Florida website that displays several hotels with the conditions of the property. Again, this camera also does not transparently show the shoreline where tons of sargasm built up is displayed. As a business owner, I understand that company culture starts at the top. A manager who repeatedly makes dishonest claims and responds defensively rather than with understanding reflects a culture established by ownership--one that prioritizes denying refunds over treating customers fairly. That approach may protect a single payment, but it will ultimately cost the business far more in trust and reputation. As more customers share honest experiences like mine, those reviews will speak louder than the questionable stream of perfect five-star ratings, and potential guests will know to stay elsewhere. So, now you have booked to stay here and you are told no refunds - what to do? 1 - document everything (be very honest and show exactly what you got - the truth is on your side). 2 - forget them giving you a refund or Expedia or wherever you booked because they will not try to help you at all. Instead, go to your credit card company and dispute it with them letting them know that literally you are not getting what you paid for. You probably were like us and wanted to use the beach and the beach is not only unusable and gross - it is hazardous. 3 - leave immediately (we left after 1.5 hours) and stayed at another hotel. Why put yourself through torture and pay for a terrible experience? I'm telling you, your stay will get so much better elsewhere. We personally booked at the Hyatt Vacation Homes for less money in Key West and had a FABULOUS time once there. 4 - Again, document all the issues you see in the hotel and follow up with your credit card customer service team. Also, contact the Florida health code and other departments (elevator, hotel ratings, BBB, etc.), so they at least meet minimal standards for operating a hotel. I can't emphasize this enough - DO NOT STAY HERE. You will be miserable. It's gross, dirty, and they have terrible customer service. Save yourself the headache. It is as it smells - like a piece of decomposing sargasm.

    Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Marathon Florida Keys - Dining area

    Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Marathon Florida Keys

    (52 reviews)

    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.

    Awful experience at his property! Rude front desk, which gives the brand a bad name…read more Our 4 pm checkin time was delayed by 90 minutes. The lady who was changing our family in had a nasty attitude saying that the rooms are not ready because the guest did not check out and they did not know the ETA!! What an ABSURD!! They also disclose that the parking is $22/day. Unpleasant experience across the board. This is exactly why people do not like staying at Marriott and go to Hyatt. Never again.

    Tranquility Bay Beachfront Resort

    Tranquility Bay Beachfront Resort

    (246 reviews)

    If you're looking for a beautiful place to relax in the Florida Keys, Tranquility Bay is definitely…read moreworth considering. The rooms and bathrooms are surprisingly spacious, with multiple room configurations available. Many of the suites could easily accommodate a family of four or five. We weren't traveling as a family, though we were there for a romantic getaway, and it was the perfect setting for that as well. The property has three pools, giving everyone options. There's a huge main pool, a nice-sized adults-only pool (which was a bit of a walk from our room, but we still spent most of our pool time there), and a smaller pool right outside our room that we absolutely loved. We visited during one of the hottest weeks of the year, so the smaller pool felt more like a warm bath than a refreshing swim...but that's Florida in July! One nice features was the protected swimming area in the ocean. It was such a fun place to cool off, float, and enjoy the beautiful water. The tiki bar overlooking the ocean is gorgeous and has the perfect island vibe. There's also a small restaurant on the property that opens for dinner after 5:00 p.m., but pretty $$$ One unexpected bonus was the amazing Cuban restaurant directly across the street. We ate there several times during our stay (I'll be writing a separate review because it deserves one!). Another great attraction is the Turtle Hospital, which is literally next door. It's an inspiring place to visit and made it easy to enjoy an educational outing before heading back to relax at the resort. A few things to know before you go: * Pool service is available, but if you're expecting quick cabana-style service, be prepared to wait. * There is one small fitness center, and it's also where the ice machine is located. We were lucky because our room was nearby. * If you use a lot of ice, consider bringing a cooler and extra ice with you. Most rooms have refrigerators, but not all include a freezer, as an example ours did not. But lucked out on location *room 107 What truly set Tranquility Bay apart, however, was the staff. During a small medical issue I experienced, their response went far beyond simply following protocol. They were there immediately, but what impressed us even more was the genuine concern they showed afterward. There's a difference between employees who are simply protecting the company and those who truly care about their guests as people. The team at Tranquility Bay showed us they genuinely care, and we'll never forget that kindness. We also had an issue with my husband's motorcycle, and Jose was there right away to help. His willingness to jump in without hesitation is another example of the outstanding customer service we experienced throughout our stay. Beautiful property, spacious accommodations, relaxing pools, stunning ocean views, and a staff that treats you like family, that combination is what makes Tranquility Bay a place we'd happily recommend. Whether you're planning a family vacation or a romantic escape, we wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.

    Stayed Beachfront Villa in May. Approx. $980/Night Nice…read moreBalcony access to the beach directly. Hotel Structure was attached 2 story townhouse style. Pros: Close to Key West Very quiet & private beach. Relaxing. Clean room and well-maintained landscaping Cons: #1 No alcohol on the beach. Tiki bar was closed. #2 Man Made Tiny White Sand Beach #3 Balcony should have the divider to maintain the privacy. #4 Small windows next to the entrance door should be etched or blocked otherwise, people can see inside especially at night.

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