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Amara Cay Resort

4.0 star property

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Alligator Reef Oceanfront Accessible Room King Bed | View from room
One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite King
3 bars/lounges, poolside bar
3 bars/lounges, poolside bar

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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80001 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL, 33036
  • Bud n' Mary's Dive Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Florida Keys Brewing Co.
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Theater of the Sea
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Premium One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite with Two Queen Beds

  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Matacumbe Courtyard View 2 Queens Lanai

Matacumbe Courtyard View 2 Queens Lanai

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Matacumbe Accessible King with Lanai

Matacumbe Accessible King with Lanai

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Matacumbe Courtyard View King Lanai

Matacumbe Courtyard View King Lanai

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite Two Queens

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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One Bedroom Standard View Suite Two Queens

One Bedroom Standard View Suite Two Queens

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite King

One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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One Bedroom Standard View Suite King

One Bedroom Standard View Suite King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Accessible Room King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Matacumbe Courtyard View King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room King

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite Two Queens Lanai

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite Two Queens Lanai

  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Suite Standard View King

Studio Suite Standard View King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room King Lanai with Queen Sofabed

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room King Lanai with Queen Sofabed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room Two Queens Lanai

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room Two Queens Lanai

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Standard Accessible King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Matacumbe Courtyard View Two Queens

Matacumbe Courtyard View Two Queens

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Alligator Reef Partial Oceanview King

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Standard King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(74 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Alligator Reef Partial Ocean View 2 Queens

Alligator Reef Partial Ocean View 2 Queens

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room Two Queens

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room Two Queens

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Islamorada

With a stay at Amara Cay Resort in Islamorada (Matecumbe), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Bud n' Mary's Dive Center and a 2-minute drive from Florida Keys Brewing Co.. .This beach resort is 4.8 mi (7.6 km) from Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park and 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from Anne's Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Bud n' Mary's Dive Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Florida Keys Brewing Co. - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Robbie’s of Islamorada - 4 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Theater of the Sea - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Anne's Beach - 11 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Robbie's of Islamorada - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lorelei Restaurant & Cabana Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lazy Days Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Islamorada Fish Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Square Grouper - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Amara Cay Resort

On private beach with outdoor pool, near Bud n' Mary's Dive Center
Amara Cay Resort offers 110 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the resort include a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 110 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Head down to the water and enjoy a day at the private beach, or take advantage of other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. This resort also features wedding services, a television in a common area, and a banquet hall.
Grab a bite at ReelCatch, one of the resort's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 3 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
ReelCatch - This beachfront restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Tiki Bar - This poolside restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: High-speed internet

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 4 to 20 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • ReelCatch
  • Tiki Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.
  • Resort fee: USD 66.38 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach loungers
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Parking
  • Partner property access
  • Shuttle service

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 4 to 20 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Resort Islamorada
Amara Cay Resort Islamorada
Amara Cay Resort
Amara Cay Islamorada
Amara Cay
Hampton Inn And Suites Islamorada Hotel Islamorada
Hampton Inn Islamorada
Islamorada Hampton Inn
Amara Cay Resort Resort
Amara Cay Resort Islamorada
Amara Cay Resort Resort Islamorada

Amara Cay Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 783 out of 1238 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 1238 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1238 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1238 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1238 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice for a renovated resort

Amara Cay Resort is very nice renovated resort but I feel the price & all the extra charges such as resort fees are excessive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beach itself was disappointing. Other than that it was a great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property to relax and unwind. Friendly people everywhere. Only complaint is the lighting in the room. Not much lighting. Rooms are large and comfy and the shampoo, conditioner and bath gel are great!! Thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

randy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Excellent resort! Friendly staff and great amenities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Dave

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The resort was lovely and all the staff friendly and helpful. Our room was nice but our ocean view looked over the parking lot and I would ask for a “poolside” view next time as that also gives an Ocean view.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is just beautiful. The staff was so friendly. We stayed to celebrate our anniversary and it was the perfect get away!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Cory

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property is in desperate need of a renovation. The cost of the resort is offset by the ability to visit the sister resorts. Those amenities and facilities far exceeded Amara Cay. Stay at 3 Waters if you can afford it. Worth the additional cost.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy, San Antonio

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great property just wish I had been there longer to enjoy it we were driving to Key West. The beach view is awesome. The Hotel pool bar is great too. We ate breakfast at the outdoor area of the hotel. Took pictures and saw the chickens. This was a great place to stop when headed in or out of the Keys!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David Russell

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice place in middle keys! I would have liked to check in on time. Took about an extra hour which feels like forever with children.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Karin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Amara Cay

We were down in that area for a wedding. Several/families staying there. Walked in and smelled like must/mold. (According to all families) phone didn’t work, the safe didn’t work, tv didn’t work (after 4 requests fixing it. Not that we watched it a lot…but it’s the point for an expensive “resort”), no hot water in the sink in bathroom to wash hands or face. Offer free coffee in the am but 2 out of 5 days they were out. They were pleasant at the front desk. Tried to get a different room to no avail. And don’t get a 6 oz coke from the squirter outside at the Tiki bar. $5.00 per cup no refills.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany, Pinellas Park

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely breath taking experience. The only thing I would recommend is for the property to have coffe and water available around the clock and for the pool to stay open past sun down.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice lobby and pool area. Great service at bar and restaurant. AC in room was a bit noisy. Lighting in rooms was a little dark and the AC in gym could have been turned lower than 75. Staff was very nice, welcoming and always helpful. It is a beautiful hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff were all so nice. the environment is calm and just wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025