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.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

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
Łukasz couple pl
5
Jak na tak urokliwą bryłę i dogodną lokalizację to spodziewałam się czegoś więcej.
Pros:

Lokalizacja byla bardzo dobra

Cons:

Pokoje nadają się do odnowienia. Zapach w pokoju jest bardzo kiepski.

2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Loretta extended_group us
10
It was an exceptional stay.. perfect location, helpful staff, nice breakfast. Didn't want to leave!
Pros:

Loved the charm, location and overall ambiance of this inn! Our room had a porch that was great for a gathering spot.
Within walking distance to everything fun in Key West. The desk staff was very accomadating, bartenders make a great
rum runner! If you are a pool person, this may not be the right place for you as it is small and busy. We aren't, so it was
a nice feature to look at while we ate breakfast every morning.

Cons:

The 5 am roosters ... I made a suggestion to the front desk to purchase a few sound machines that could be checked out during the stay, with a deposit. We were told they are protected and nothing can be done about them but sound machines could help.. 5 am is early for a vacation alarm!

2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple us
10
Private oasis, amazing stay
Pros:

It’s not the big fancy hotel with all the bells & whistles but that’s exactly why we booked it. We felt like we were there all by ourselves- like we were in a room:house away from the world. Our 01 room was the best- private porch, shaded, & bricked patio was great. The pool is small but we didn’t go to stay in the pool. The location was perfect to Duval street, many top notch eateries, lighthouse & Hemingway house.

Cons:

Maybe no real vending machines- but we got waters on Duval at circle K

2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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James couple us
9
Charming stay definitely recommend
Pros:

Historic charm and location! Great bartender Jefferson, he was very helpful with local suggestions.

Cons:

Only thing was our bed/pillows in room 22 were not great.

2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Stefanie family_with_children de
8
2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Yvonne extended_group de
8
2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Isabell couple de
9
Gutes Hotel in bester Lage.
Pros:

Schönes Hotel in sehr guter Lage. Die Zimmer sind sauber und gut ausgestattet. Das Personal war sehr freundlich.

Cons:

Das Frühstück könnte etwas umfangreicher sein. Leider wird man von den Hühnern, die im und um das Hotel sind, sehr früh geweckt.

2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Mylène couple fr
7
Pour l’expérience key west
Pros:

Ambiance Key West assurée
Très bien situé dans la ville
Parking à proximité
Petit déjeuner avec du choix

Cons:

Piscine très petite et à l’ombre
Chambre petite également

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Matthew Gromen family_with_children us
8
Really Nice
Pros:

Very friendly and helpful staff. The bar tenders are great. Nice seating around the property. Excellent location. A lot of people find themselves at the property prior to check in time. They will hold your bags for you at the desk, you are free to use the pool or find somewhere to sit.

Cons:

The maids seemed under staffed and overwhelmed and the room could have been cleaned upon check-in. This property is pet friendly. At least the room did not smell like dog.

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Joel couple us
10
Pros:

Location, continental breakfast

2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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Patricia extended_group us
8
Feels like a spa/retreat
Pros:

Cozy and quiet can leave your luggage before check in and out

Cons:

Bar closes at 6p.

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Scott family_with_children us
9
Pros:

The staff were incredible.
The vicinity to most attractions was also ideal.

Cons:

Individuals reserving the pool chairs even when they are not physically around throughout the day.

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Philip couple de
9
Great stay & friendly staff!
Pros:

Great location, very friendly staff and exceptional home made breakfast with an unusually wide and good selection for American breakfasts. Cosy room and we can recommend it highly!

Cons:

A bit expensive - but not too much above comparable properties and worth it

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Christopher couple us
6
2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Michelle couple us
8
Would stay again.
Pros:

Location, comfortable bed, nice grounds, and great staff.

2026-04-03 via Nuitee
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Paschoal solo_traveller br
10
Extraordinária !
Pros:

Localização , atenção dos funcionários, serviços e limpeza !

Cons:

Nada .

2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Krista couple us
9
Lovely little getaway in a hidden oasis in Key West
Pros:

I loves the location, right across from Earnest Hemingways house. Ticked off the main Duval party central. But also close to the best key lime pie at Moon Dogs.

The lay out of the property was cool.

Gorgeous gardens/ tropical oasis!

Cons:

$4 charge for a half shot of espresso at the breakfast.. It should be at least a double shot in the espresso cup for that price. But the espresso cup was 1/3 full.
I didn’t know I would be charged because it doesn’t say any price on the chalkboard menu, it was just written below the coffee which the coffee is complimentary.. So I assumed it was included.

Also, there was a glade plug in and another air freshener hidden in the room. As soon as I got in the room I knew there was some sort of synthetic freshener so I searched around. I had to put them outside right away, those air fresheners are meant for large homes, not 200 square feet. I understand the were probably trying to make it “fresh” for the next guests but using an eco friendly mint cleaner with essential oils would have cut out the mildew smell better than covering it up. :)

All together though, the spot is great. I would stay here again and just request no air fresheners.

The host/ front desk lady and man were also great. Very good at their job.

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Magdalena family_with_children pl
1
Never ever
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

The man at the reception desk acts as if he were working there as punishment. There is no parking available; you can try parking three streets away, but even then, there is no guarantee you’ll find a spot. The room is cramped and claustrophobic; the wardrobe contains only a few hangers and no shelves, so you won't be able to unpack properly anyway. The showerhead is positioned in such a way that—if you’re a woman—you’ll end up having to wash your hair every day, after which the leaky shower enclosure floods the entire bathroom. You try to go to sleep, but the walls are paper-thin, so you can hear your neighbor snoring right through the wall, as well as every person walking around on the floor above. The air conditioning runs incredibly loudly, making a peaceful night's sleep impossible; furthermore, you’ll either get eaten alive by mosquitoes during the night or find yourself sharing your bed with bugs (some sort of mutated ants).

You won't be sleeping in late, because starting at 4 or 5 in the morning, the chickens will start waking you up—this was my third visit to Key West, and it was the first time I experienced this nightmare. In the morning, you’ll get up and head to a lackluster breakfast: a small bowl of fruit (barely enough for one person), a few slices of ham and cheese, some croissants, and a tomato with mozzarella. All in all—boring. There are only eight sun loungers by the pool, so you have to act fast. If you’re traveling with a child, I feel sorry for you; the place is mostly filled with elderly people who look on with disapproval at a child simply enjoying themselves in the pool.

A graveyard atmosphere hangs over the entire hotel and the pool area. My grandmother's nursing home is livelier than this place. Plus, the bartender serving the welcome drinks refused to make a non-alcoholic version. All in all, I do not recommend it. There are plenty of much cooler places on Key West!

2026-03-29 via Nuitee
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Pat family_with_children us
10
Pros:

Location, location, location. Nice individual units with nice walkways & secluded sitting areas.

Cons:

AC in room was adequate, but not efficient. Ran continually even when on auto.

2026-03-24 via Nuitee
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BEATRICE family_with_children it
3
La struttura è solo bella esternamente, ma ad un più attento controllo, è vecchia.
Pros:

LA posizione è ottima, e la struttura è immersa nel verde. Il personale al ricevimento è stato prodigo di consigli

Cons:

Ho trovato molti insetti nella camera, forse termiti, che cadevano sul letto e tra le coperte.
La camera è molto piccola, lo spazio per muoversi molto ristretto, non ci si muove in due. Il mobilio è vecchio e per nulla pratico. Non c'è un armadio ma solo un'appendiabiti; il bagno è vecchio e ha poco spazio dove appoggiare le cose, appendere gli abiti, ecc.
La colazione è molto basica, poca scelta di cibo, poca quantità. Ti devi prendere le cose al self service, e poi devi pure sparechiare la tavola, come fossimo alla mensa scolastica. Personale al bar per nulla cortese. Non dice neppure buongiorno agli ospiti.
Decisamente una delusione rispetto al prezzo pagato,

2026-03-24 via Nuitee