Lighthouse Hotel - Key West Historic Inns

Hotels
8.6 (925 reviews)
902 Whitehead Street , Key West , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Pets allowed
Facilities for disabled guests
Concierge service
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Cashless payment available
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Nice amenities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Loud air conditioning
Overpriced

Categories

Cleanliness
7.9
Several reviews noted cleanliness issues such as dirty floors and unacceptable room conditions.
Service
9.4
Generally positive impressions, but some delays in service were reported regarding special requests.
Location
9.4
Repeatedly praised as excellent and walkable to attractions.
Room Quality
7.9
Various complaints about room size, mustiness, and noise issues.
Amenities
8.4
Amenities were enjoyable, with good breakfast and a festive atmosphere, though air conditioners were very loud.
Value for Money
7.9
Comments indicate an impression of overpriced accommodations relative to the quality.
Food and Beverage
8.9
Breakfast and snacks received positive mentions, but some noted room for improvement.
Overall Experience
9
Overall good experiences despite some specific issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 08:01

Property Description

Central Location in Key West
Lighthouse Hotel offers a prime location in Key West, just opposite the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum, making it the ideal base for exploring the area.

Relaxing Amenities
Guests can unwind by the outdoor heated pool, enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast, and sip on island favorites at Isabel's Poolside Bar.

Convenient Facilities
With free WiFi, flat-screen cable TV, and the option to rent bicycles to explore the surroundings, Lighthouse Hotel ensures a comfortable and convenient stay for all guests.

Ready to experience the charm of Key West? Book your stay at Lighthouse Hotel now!

Important information:

Check-in parking is located at the rear of the hotel on Terry Lane.

Guest parking is located on a private lot 5 minutes' walk from property.

Please provide check-in desk with vehicle information to obtain a parking pass.

Please note that the property is located in a building with no elevator.

Please note the deposit is charged by the property immediately at booking.

Please note the room type and bed type will be allocated upon check-in. It might be a higher room category but is subject to availability upon arrival.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: EYW

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
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Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 925 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.9
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 7.9
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 7.9
Food and Beverage: 8.9
Overall Experience: 9
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Tawana couple us
9
Amazing enough to rebook
Pros:

The location was perfect. Quiet yet close enough to Duval, Mallory Square, and the fort/beach area by Truman House. Next door to the lighthouse and across the street from Hemingway House.

Cons:

I loved everything about the property. There wasn’t any parking but that didn’t affect us and there weren’t many chairs to lay out but also wasn’t an issue for us. Plenty of seating around the property outside the cafe though.

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Ken couple us
9
2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Regina couple us
10
Lovely hotel, in a great location with a wonderful staff.
Pros:

Lovely room (#6) had a wonderful porch to relax on with a glass of wine. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Pool area was nice with comfortable loungers. Nice (included) continental breakfast on the deck (perfect way to start the day without having to go to a restaurant for breakfast if you didn't want to) . Great location away from the hubbub of Duval St but still close enough to enjoy, good restaurant choices within walking distance. Hemingway house and museum is directly across the street !

Cons:

Everything was great !
Wasn't crazy about the local roosters waking us in the morning (haha) but not the hotels fault....they are part of the Key West vibe :-)

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Peter extended_group sk
9
Romanticky hotel s dobrou polohou
Pros:

Poloha v centre mesta

Cons:

Trošku slabšie raňajky

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Kimberly couple us
10
2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Ben family_with_children lu
1
2026-03-20 via Nuitee
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Greenawalt family_with_children us
8
2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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Beverley couple us
8
Nice place. The lady that checked us in was friendly, informative and nice.
Pros:

Location was great.

Cons:

Pool was shady most of the day. Drawers must never get dusted or used often. Would have liked to put my clothes away instead of living out of a suitcase for the week. I was surprised they charged to go up in the lighthouse for guest. The breakfast bartender was average. Didn’t great you or speak unless spoken to. Breakfast items were not plentiful.

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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Gianni couple us
10
An inspiring stay in an inspiring small hotel which tells the history of historic Key West.
Pros:

The hotel complex, made of multiple traditional white low rise building around small gardens with lush tropical vegetation was simply wonderful, relaxing and inspiring. I and my wife could breath the atmosphere of 1800 and early 1900 Key West. Next door, Ernest Hemingway's home and the island's Lighthouse contributed to enhancing the fascination of the place. Finally, the hotel is located close to numerous small restaurants and a very interesting section of historic Duvall Street.

Cons:

The room was nice but on the small size. Moreover it didn't have drawers to store personal ware. The bathroom was OK but without hooks to hang nightrobes. Also, the room didn't have a safe.

2026-03-18 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
6
Good location and friendly staff
Pros:

We liked the hotel location which was central and we could park the car for the 3 days of our stay. The welcome drink is something common in European hotels but the first time we have had one in USA. A nice touch. The front desk and bar staff were polite and friendly.

Cons:

We had to ask for the room to be cleaned as it was not done on our first day at all. The breakfast is basic considering the high cost of the stay. The small pool was not very clean around the edges and did not appeal. The parking is a matter of luck and timing and is expensive too.

2026-03-17 via Nuitee
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Victoria couple us
9
Perfect location and very accommodating!
Pros:

Private and quiet, but close all attractions. The staff very accommodating and breakfast/bar area exceeded my expectations.

Cons:

Room comfort was just okay. Bed not comfortable, pillows were awful, air conditioning was lacking, and bathroom was small and difficult to use sufficiently.

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Thomas couple ch
9
2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Fabrice family_with_children fr
9
Séjour très agréable dans une maison historique magnifique au calme mais très bien située
Pros:

L’emplacement au calme mais dans le centre de Key West, l’esthétique de l’hôtel, la piscine , le petit déjeuner

Cons:

Pas de parking pour se garer

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Marlynn couple us
8
Overall it was delightful. Nicely updated
Pros:

Great location. Staff is really nice. Love that it’s a historic inn.

Cons:

Tv didn’t work for 1 1/2 days. Had a little restaurant, but would have liked it to serve lunch- of course, for a cost.

2026-03-13 via Nuitee
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Nives couple ch
9
Pros:

Sehr sehr schönes Hotel, nettes Personal. Das Hotel hat eine super Lage. Ich komme wieder.

2026-03-12 via Nuitee
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Lee couple us
5
We were on vacation and made the best of everything but felt the price of the stay did not reflect
Pros:

The place is very pretty as far as decor and architecture and landscaping. The breakfast is very impressive and the free cocktail upon arrival at the bar is a nice touch . The bar tenders Jefferson and Alejandro are the nicest most friendly people ever. They are the stars here . They make me give all the high ratings and made our vacation so enjoyable!

Cons:

Daily parking off site rate is $30/ day. We were lucky enough to find a spot on the street after driving around for a 1/2 hr and we left the car there all week in fear of not being able to find another spot.we walked everywhere which was a good thing.Housekeeping did not show up for 2 days until I called the front desk to inquire. The bathroom floor always felt dirty and I noticed housekeeping using a straw broom to sweep the room. No vacuum ,no cleaning supplies ! Good thing I had Lysol . I cleaned the floors myself with a wet washcloth and Lysol and the towel was filthy afterwards.The bathroom had an exhaust fan but did not have a switch to turn on or the fact that it was packed with dust might have had something to do with it. The roosters are lovely to look at but get annoying constantly crowing all day long, which means they are stressed out.so it’s sad. Our room was also at the back of the property which was nice at first until we found out they are building a house directly behind us. So a lot of construction noise and no way to be moved as we were told the hotel is full. The pool is small but warm but also in need of resurfacing.it looks dirty .This location is noisy at night with cars and motorcycles and sirens .We are used to the Opal resort but thought we’d try this place .

2026-03-03 via Nuitee
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Chiara Maria couple it
9
Un paradiso
Pros:

Mi ero innamorata di questo posto non appena l'ho visto online e non ha disatteso le mie aspettative! Si trova nel pieno centro di Key West, la struttura è suddivisa in piccole casette tra le palme. Ottima pulizia, staff molto cortese, buona la colazione da consumare a bordo piscina. Ci tornerei sicuramente

Cons:

Unica nota il parcheggio.. ci era stato detto che era disponibile il parcheggio, ma quando siamo arrivati lì, il posto non c'era più e abbiamo cercato un posto auto a circa 10 minuti di distanza per trovarne uno non a pagamento.

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Ruth solo_traveller us
9
Relaxing and fun. Loved meeting people in the breakfast/bar area. Jefferson was the best.
Pros:

The individual rooms with the porch was so peaceful and inspired relaxation

Cons:

It was cold and I would have liked instructions on how to work the heat or extra blankets.

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Isabel extended_group at
9
Pros:

Frühstück top, Personal top

Cons:

Feuchtigkeit im Zimmer

2026-02-28 via Nuitee
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Victoria family_with_children us
10
2026-02-28 via Nuitee