Sunset Key Cottages

United States (Florida)

Rooms

40

Floors

2

Pools

1

Restaurants

1

Location

key features

Calm Beach

Calm Beach

Excellent Location

Excellent Location

Great Pool

Great Pool

Luxury Choice

Luxury Choice

Welcoming Staff

Welcoming Staff

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A peaceful private island experience just minutes from Key West, with family-friendly amenities like a calm beach, genial staffers, and daily ice cream treats.

COTTAGES START AROUND $1,099

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Why we like it for families

  • THE BEACH AND POOL. The Florida Keys have a lot going for them, but it can be quite challenging to find a hotel with a pristine, calm beach for kids. If a soft white stretch of sand gradually sloping into the sea is on your priority list, Sunset Key Cottages has it. What’s more, kids will love splashing around in the tropical heated pool that sits at the property’s center, complete with a gradual sloped entry that gives littles freedom to play. With only 40 cottages on-site, there’s no risk of the beach and pool areas becoming overrun with fellow swimmers and sunbathers.
  • THE WELCOMING VIBE. Upon your arrival to Sunset Key Cottages, you will be greeted by Jas, the friendly island ambassador who personally welcomes all guests to the resort, and is happy to answer any questions you may have. This natural warmth and attentive manner extends to the rest of the staff as well. Did we mention that kids 17 and under stay for free? Or that Sunset Key Cottages is a dog-friendly establishment too? Rates are $100 per night, per dog.
  • THE LOCATION. Sunset Key Cottages sit on a 27-acre private island off Key West, offering luxurious seclusion for those wishing to relax and unplug. But if the kids want to check out the hustle and bustle of Duval Street, no problem! Key West is only a seven-minute boat ride away.
  • THE SPACIOUS COTTAGES. The home-away-from-home vibe is strong at Sunset Key Cottages. Beyond the beautifully decorated bedrooms (one-to-four-bedroom options are available), the cottages contain open dining and living areas, as well as a kitchen and wrap-around verandas offering garden, beach, and ocean views. Although there aren’t any supermarkets on the island, the resort does provide a grocery shopping service (for a fee) should you want to cook the kids’ favorite meals.

Location and Activities

Tour of Amenities

Dining

  • 2+ Restaurants
  • All-Inclusive Option
  • Breakfast Included
  • Farm-to-Table
  • High-Chairs
  • Kids Menu
  • Restaurant On-Site
  • Room Service
  • Walk to Restaurants

Rooms

  • Air Conditioning
  • Bathtubs
  • Cribs
  • Fridge
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Private Pools
  • Rollaway Beds
  • Terrace/Balcony

For Kids

  • Animals
  • Babysitting
  • Calm Beach
  • Good Pool for Littles
  • Kids Activities
  • Kids Club
  • Ocean Waves for Active Kids
  • Playground
  • Waterslide
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Activities

  • Adventure Sports
  • Fitness Center
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Pool
  • Snorkeling
  • Spa
  • Surfing
  • Tennis

Even though Sunset Key Cottages are only minutes away from the Key West International Airport, the secluded, private island location will make you feel like you’ve traveled halfway around the world. Your adventure at Sunset Key Cottages begins by checking in at the resort’s sister property, Opal Key Resort and Marina, in Key West. Once you’ve arrived on Sunset Key, courtesy of a quick boat shuttle from Opal Key, you’ll discover a resort beautifully designed with lush palms and greenery, with the cottages featuring endearing touches and breathtaking views tucked away among the colorful bougainvillea and orchids that dot the island.

The pool sits at the center of the island, with cottages spreading out around it. The whole place feels quiet, spacious, but also manageable with less than four dozen cottages.

The Victorian design, especially the classic seaside decor, gives the island a sense of heritage, with a relaxed but elegant ambience. The cottage interiors feature chic pastel-colored woodwork furnishings, and a beach-inspired azure, white, and brown color scheme are all features of the cottages’ interiors.

The accommodations come in five different room types: one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom cottages, as well as a luxury three-bedroom. Every unit includes a wraparound porch or patio with Adirondack lounge chairs, a separate living area, and a state-of-the-art kitchen. The bedding and robes are incredibly comfy, and the cottages have a lovely beach vibe. The bathroom amenities are superb and the stunning beach views are completely unhindered.

Families will have plenty of opportunities to taste the island life at Sunset Key Cottages. Each morning, a breakfast basket packed with fruit and pastries is delivered to your cottage. Plus, keep an eye out for the “Sweets Served Daily” bell, which signals the daily ice cream delivery to both kids and adults!. For dinner, head over to Latitudes to savor their elegant, award-winning surf and turf cuisine. You can also relax with a tropical beverage at Flipper’s Pool Bar throughout the day. But if the kids are feeling tired and cranky after a long day of beach and pool action, you can always dine in your cottage by either requesting room service or cooking your own meals in the cottage’s kitchen.

If you’re looking for water-based excursions, you’ll find jet ski tours, parasailing, and even deep sea fishing on site.

Sunset Key Cottages has two full-size tennis courts on the property, with complimentary racquets and balls available, along with a half basketball court.

For some serene, no-kids downtime, the on-site spa is available for a personalized wellness experience.

Best Rooms for Families

The hotel has 40 cottages of varying sizes, all of which work well for families
One-Bedroom Cottage

One-Bedroom Cottage

  • Best for families of 3
  • 1 bedroom with king-size bed + sleeper sofa
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Separate living room
  • Large bathroom with bathtub (space for crib)
  • Spacious private veranda with garden view
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Two-Bedroom Cottage

Two-Bedroom Cottage

  • Best for families of 4-5
  • 2 bedrooms with 2 king beds or 1 king/2 queen beds + sleeper sofa
  • 3 Large bathrooms with bathtub (space for crib)
  • Spacious private veranda with garden or ocean view
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Three-Bedroom Cottage

Three-Bedroom Cottage

  • Best for families of 5+
  • 3 bedrooms with 3 king beds or 2 kings and 2 queen beds + sleeper sofa
  • Separate living room with sleeper sofa
  • Fully equipped kitchen and dining room
  • 3 large bathrooms with bath tub (space for crib)
  • Spacious private veranda with garden or ocean view
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Four-Bedroom Cottage

  • Best for families of 6+ or groups
  • Four king bedrooms
  • Separate living room with sleeper sofa
  • Fully equipped kitchen and dining room
  • 3 Large bathrooms with bathtub (space for crib)
  • Master bathroom with a jetted tub
  • Spacious private veranda with ocean view
  • Private plunge pool with small shallow ledge for kids
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Traveler Reviews

This is THE place to go if you are traveling to Key West! We traveled with our 4 young children and stayed in a private beachfront villa. The beach was beautiful, the room service food was excellent (a plus when you have 4 little kids along for the trip), the rooms were clean, comfortable, and well decorated. Our children loved the tennis, volleyball, and basketball courts. The island itself was SO serene, peaceful and relaxing! We felt safe there and let our 9 and 11 year old sons freely walk the island, which we DO NOT even allow at home.The resort ferry runs like clock work every 30 mins, and it is a beautiful 6 min ferry ride to the main land where all the bars, shops and museums are.We travel fairly often and this is by far our best family vacation yet! If you choose any other place in Key West, I would bet a lot it won’t compare to Sunset Key!! We cannot wait to return 😉

Reviewed by JPeterson, Dec 2022, via TripAdvisor

Great Christmas Trip We had 7 of us staying in the 3 bedroom cottage: 3 -girls (22, 19, 18) 2 -boys (15, 16) along with my wife and I. The cottages are great and the island is wonderful. We took advantage of the ferry that runs back and forth to Key West and it was very easy. The daily basket of breakfast treats along with the nightly basket of waters/juices was perfect! Along with the morning pastries that were delivered, we made breakfast every morning and could have used some additional cooking utensils. The pool area was great and we enjoyed the poolside bar. Latitudes Restaurant is amazing and all the staffs on the island are great. Absolutely loved this trip and can’t wait to come back.

Reviewed by JPeterson, Dec 2022, via TripAdvisor

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