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Amara Cay Resort

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One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite Two Queens Lanai | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
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Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room King | Beach/ocean view
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
$452
$402 nightly
$452 total
Total with taxes and fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27

Explore the area

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80001 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL, 33036
  • Place, Bud n' Mary's Dive Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Indian Key Historic State Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Hurricane Monument
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 576 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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One Bedroom Standard View Suite King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

One Bedroom Standard View Suite King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite Two Queens

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 576 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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One Bedroom Standard View Suite Two Queens | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

One Bedroom Standard View Suite Two Queens

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Matacumbe Courtyard View King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room King

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Accessible Room King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Alligator Reef Partial Oceanview King

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(81 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Accessible King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 336 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Matacumbe Courtyard View Two Queens | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Matacumbe Courtyard View Two Queens

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 345 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room Two Queens | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room Two Queens

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 345 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Alligator Reef Partial Ocean View 2 Queens | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Alligator Reef Partial Ocean View 2 Queens

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 345 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • 354 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Suite Standard View King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Studio Suite Standard View King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Coffee/tea maker

One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite Two Queens Lanai

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 576 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room Two Queens Lanai

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room King Lanai with Queen Sofabed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room King Lanai with Queen Sofabed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Matacumbe Courtyard View King Lanai

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Matacumbe Courtyard View King Lanai

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Matacumbe Accessible King with Lanai | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Matacumbe Accessible King with Lanai

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Matacumbe Courtyard View 2 Queens Lanai

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Matacumbe Courtyard View 2 Queens Lanai

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

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Coffee/tea maker

Premium One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite with Two Queen Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 625 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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 - 0.2 miles
  • Indian Key Historic State Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Hurricane Monument - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Florida Keys Brewing Co. - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Anne's Beach - 11 min drive - 8.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Tarpon Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lazy Days Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lorelei Restaurant & Cabana Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Papa Joe’s Waterfront - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Amara Cay Resort

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. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature 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 gift shops/newsstands, wedding services, and a television in a common area.
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 restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Happy hour is offered.
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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: High-speed internet

Parking and transportation

  • 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
  • Snorkeling
  • Stereo
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • 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 crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 73.13 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Children's club/arcade access
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Parking
  • Partner property access
  • Pool access
  • Self parking
  • 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. 798 out of 1269 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 1269 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 1269 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1269 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1269 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
No issues
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Phil

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Room was lousy. Called 3x to have someone come fix toilet. Had to live with it as no one showed up. Got sick night 2 of a 4 night stay. I requested Hotel manager to please cancel one night or even give a hotel credit. They refused. We stay in the keys Often and would have given them another shot, but management was greedy and no empathy at all. Rooms were not cheap and simply asked for a simple accommodation not for them to ruin their business. They suck! Much better places to stay for similar price in same area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Santiago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds, very comfortable beds, provided water taxi between their 3 resorts, pool area with tiki bar very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay. Staff was great
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

HECTOR

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location, Friendly Staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This resort exceed our expectations. Wonderful for families , very clean and amazing staff. We did a free fishing lesson with captain Patrick and he was wonderful-also great with kids. Loved the free water taxi to visit the sister resorts . We will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the Amara Cay. Captain Patrick with Abel’s Tackle was our highlight! We also built great relationships with Greg in special activities, Marshall in dining and Linnie at the breakfast spot! We will be back next year because of the people who made our time so special!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

ANIS

Na
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Poolside seating was great, but there was pieces of trash on the ground that no one picked up. On the 3rd day I finally picked it up myself. On the floor outside the elevator, there was a candy wrapper and gum stuck that remained there for 5 days! Other than dirty floors in common areas, the place was clean. Friendly staff, helpful manager, and Abel at the tiki bar was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness
Some front desk staff were not very friendly, the rooms were a bit run down for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Stacy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All issues were addressed quickly and professionally. Room was large/ spacious. Views were gorgeous. Tiki bar staff was awesome.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louie

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean, restaurant food was excellent, and service was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lenin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Carlos

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The amenities were very nice, and we especially enjoyed the pool and the ambiance in the restaurants and bar. However, we had issues with the room. There was a strong smell of humidity, and the TV’s Wi-Fi did not work. We asked for it to be fixed, but it never was. For the price we paid, the room and bathroom did not meet expectations and felt more like a three-star hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with family
Was very nice , Did order cookies and brownies for the room Christmas night and that never happened! Fishing pole rental was ridiculous Food was great and good Keylime dessert !
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bed was half broken, we had an adjoining room with very loud neighbors each night, average towels, average food, its just a hotel dressed up as a resort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms! Great resort , fun activities , very nice and quiet area , made my anniversary with my girlfriend very special!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Deborah

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room had a nauseating musty smell. When I asked the girl at the desk why it smelled so nice in the lobby but terrible in my room she said they had air fresheners in the lobby. The second day I had another employee come into my room and she smelled it right away. She changed our room and said the girl the day before was supposed to change our room the day before. When we asked for a manager I was told she comes in at 11:00 and she would call us. Well no phone call.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

JULIO

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025