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725 White St. & Petronia,
Key West,
Florida,
United States,
33040,
Florida
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City Centre
Key West3700 ft
Airports
Key West International (EYW)
3.3
mi
Amenities
Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Car park
Luggage storage
24-hour services
General
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Dining
Breakfast
Spa & Leisure
Swimming pool
Room features
Air conditioning
Media
Television
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Hotel Location
725 White St. & Petronia,
Key West,
Florida,
United States,
33040,
Florida
Map view
725 White St. & Petronia,
Key West,
Florida,
United States,
33040,
Florida
City landmarks
Museum
The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
4300 ft
Duval Street
Duval Street
3600 ft
Square
Mallory Square
1.3
mi
Museum
Truman Little White House
1.2
mi
cnr South & Whitehead Sts
Southernmost Point
1.2
mi
Nature reserve
Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory
1.1
mi
Truman Waterfront On The Western Edge of Key West
USCGC Ingham Maritime Museum
1.3
mi
Aquarium
Key West Aquarium
1.2
mi
Monument
Southernmost Point of the Continental US
1.2
mi
Museum
Key West Shipwreck Treasure Museum
1.2
mi
Event hall
San Carlos Institute Casa Cuba
4200 ft
Garden
Nancy Forrester's Secret Garden
3900 ft
511 Caroline St
Curry Mansion
5200 ft
Gallery
The Studios of Key West
3300 ft
Church
Saint Mary Star of the Sea
3300 ft
Museum
Ripley's Believe It or Not
1.2
mi
South Street Corner of South and Whithead Streets
Statue Of Bishop Albert Kee
3200 ft
Museum
Key West Firehouse Museum
2200 ft
Museum
Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Museum
1.2
mi
Garden
Audubon House and Tropical Gardens
1.1
mi
938 Whitehead St
Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum
4700 ft
1100 Simonton St
Historic E. H. Gato Building
3100 ft
534 Fleming St
KEPart Studio-Gallery
3100 ft
Museum
Turtle Cannery Museum
3200 ft
Gallery
Wyland Galleries
3200 ft
Garden
West Martello Tower
1.1
mi
490 Whitehead St
US 1 Mile Marker 0
5100 ft
Church
Saint Paul's Episcopal Church of Key West
4800 ft
Nearby
Cemetery
Key West Cemetery
1500 ft
Mallory Square
Wreckers Sloop Mary
1000 ft
Restaurants
O.J. Dave's Lemonade and Smoothies
1000 ft
Mallory Square
Jose's #2 Latin Food
1300 ft
1101 Truman Ave
5 Brothers Grocery & Sandwich Shop
1700 ft
930 Southard St
Wing Masters
1800 ft
934 Truman Ave
Dons' Place
1800 ft
1000 Truman Ave
Bien
2600 ft
1000 Eaton St
Old Town Bakery
2700 ft
930 Eaton St
Cole's Peace Artisan Bakery and Sandwich Shop
2800 ft
1111 Eaton St
The Best Coffee in Town
2100 ft
1222 White St
Cuban Coffee Queen
3900 ft
291 Front St Clinton Square Market
Harpoon Harry's
3700 ft
832 Caroline Street
Guest Reviews & Ratings
What Guests Are Saying?
88%
loved it & would return
8.8/10
Great
Rooms
8.0
Location
7.8
Service
7.2
Dining
5.6
Guest reviews
8.8/10
based on 5 reviews
Howard
United States,
January
2025
7.6/10
I had a lovely stay at the Authors Key West Guest House, which is situated in a convenient, quiet location, making it easy to explore. The rooms were spacious and clean, providing a comfortable environment. While the staff was informative and welcoming, the breakfast left much to be desired with a limited selection. Overall, a good value for the area, though the noise from the pool and A/C could be a drawback.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are spacious and clean, equipped with essentials like A/C and a fridge, though we experienced some noise from the A/C units.
Service
9.0
The management provided a genuine welcome and was helpful in arranging bike rentals and sharing local information.
Location
9.0
It’s in a fantastic spot, close to everything in Key West and perfect for walking to attractions like Duval Street.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast was quite underwhelming, offering a limited continental spread rather than a buffet, which was disappointing.
Facilities
7.0
The outdoor space with the pool was pleasant, but parking is limited with only two spots available.
Ted
United States,
January
2025
6.2/10
We had a mixed experience during our stay. On the positive side, the room we stayed in was clean and had a lovely private porch that made up for its small size and basic bathroom. Also, the location was convenient for getting around the city. However, the service was disappointing, especially after hours, and the breakfast options were quite lacking.
Rooms
7.0
Our room, the Harry Truman, was small but very clean with a charming private porch.
Service
5.0
While Barbie, the concierge, was delightful, the overall service was lacking, especially after 5 PM when no staff was available.
Location
8.0
The location was great, just a short walk to the Duval Loop bus, making it easy to explore the area.
Dining
5.0
Breakfast was just adequate, with limited options that felt more like packaged snacks than a full meal.
Facilities
6.0
The spa was a nice feature for unwinding, though the pool was more of a whirlpool without much ambiance.
Kevin
United States,
January
2025
7.2/10
I had a wonderful stay at this guest house in Key West. The rooms were spacious and clean, perfect for our family of four, but the small shower was a bit cramped. The location is peaceful, away from the hustle and bustle, yet it takes about a 20-minute walk to get to Duvall Street, which is manageable. The service was very welcoming and gave us all the info we needed about getting around. Just keep in mind that the breakfast options are basic, but it served its purpose. Overall, it was a decent value for the price.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and clean, providing ample space for our family. However, the shower was quite small.
Service
9.0
The staff were very nice and helpful, offering great tips on where to go and how to navigate the area.
Location
7.0
The location is quiet and away from the busy areas, yet it's still a reasonable walk to Duvall Street and other attractions.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast was basic but adequate, consisting mainly of bagels and cereal, which wasn’t as impressive as I expected.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent, though the pool is more of a jacuzzi and the common areas were nice for relaxation.
Janet
United States,
September
2024
8.6/10
I had a wonderful experience at this charming guesthouse. The staff truly went above and beyond to make my stay enjoyable, and the rooms were clean and spacious. While the breakfast was simple, it was enough to start my day. The location was quiet, which I loved, but it did require a bit of a walk to get to the more lively areas. Overall, it offered great value for money, and I can't wait to return.
Rooms
9.0
The room was very clean and spacious with plenty of windows to let in natural light. I particularly enjoyed the cozy atmosphere.
Service
10.0
The staff were incredibly accommodating and genuinely cared about making my stay comfortable. They helped with bike rentals and gave great recommendations for dining.
Location
8.0
The guesthouse is situated in a quiet area, which I appreciated for relaxation, though it was about an 18-minute walk to the bustling Duval Street.
Dining
7.0
Breakfast was a simple continental spread, with some fresh fruits and yogurts. It was decent but nothing extravagant.
Facilities
9.0
The spa pool right outside the room was a fantastic add-on; it was a perfect spot to unwind after a day of exploring.
Simon
United States,
September
2024
6.0/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. While the location was peaceful and lovely, and the room was spacious and well-kept, the service could use some significant improvement. I faced an unfortunate situation with missing items and felt let down by the staff's response. The price was reasonable, but I wouldn't recommend staying here given the issues we encountered.
Rooms
8.0
The Poet room was nice and spacious, and I appreciated that the futon was already set up as a bed, which was convenient.
Service
5.0
Unfortunately, I found the service lacking. I faced issues with lost items, and the staff's response was unsatisfactory.
Location
7.0
The hotel has a nice, quiet setting in Key West, making it a lovely spot to relax, albeit not ideal if you want to be near the major attractions.
Dining
6.0
The breakfast selection was pretty simple but sufficient, featuring fresh fruits, yogurts, and bagels.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were decent, but I didn't find anything particularly outstanding.
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