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Amara Cay Resort

Property class: 4

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A wooden deck with two lounge chairs, a table with two glasses of champagne and red roses, and a view of the beach and ocean.
A beach with palm trees, a dock, and lounge chairs.
A resort pool with palm trees, beach chairs, and umbrellas.
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a dock.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is $266
$237 nightly
$266 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15

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, Anne's Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard King Room-Accessible

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

Standard King Room-Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Alligator Reef Oceanfront Accessible Room King Bed

A hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Accessible Room King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Matacumbe Accessible King with Lanai

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a desk with a chair, and a balcony with outdoor seating.

Matacumbe Accessible King with Lanai

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront

A beach with palm trees, a dock, and lounge chairs.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed Standard View

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a telephone, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed Standard View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Oceanfront

A beach with palm trees, a dock, and lounge chairs.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Oceanfront

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

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds Standard View

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a mirror.

Suite, Multiple Beds Standard View

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Palm Partial Ocean View

A neatly made bed with white linens and a brown headboard, a bedside table with a plant and books, and a woven wall hanging.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Palm Partial Ocean View

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront

A beach with palm trees, a dock, and lounge chairs.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront

A beach with palm trees, a dock, and lounge chairs.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Standard Partial Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Standard Partial Ocean View

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

View all photos for Standard King Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a TV, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

Standard King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(93 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a TV, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Palm Partial Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Palm Partial Ocean View

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Oceanfront

A beach with palm trees, a dock, and lounge chairs.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Oceanfront

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Standard Partial Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, a hanging light fixture, a view of the pool and palm trees.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Standard Partial Ocean View

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a view of the beach.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed Standard View

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden desk, a dining table with benches, and a view of the outdoors.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed Standard View

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

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Oceanfront Lanai

A beach with palm trees, a dock, and lounge chairs.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Oceanfront Lanai

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Oceanfront, Lanai

A beach with palm trees, a dock, and lounge chairs.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Oceanfront, Lanai

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront, Lanai

A beach with palm trees, a dock, and lounge chairs.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront, Lanai

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View, Lanai

An outdoor patio with two wicker chairs and a small round table, a wooden slatted partition, and a view of a building with glass doors.

Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View, Lanai

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Courtyard View, Lanai

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a desk with a chair, and a view of the garden through the sliding glass door.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Courtyard View, Lanai

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View, Lanai

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden desk, a television, and a view of the outdoor area.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View, Lanai

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

View all photos for Premium Suite, Multiple Beds, Oceanfront

A beach with palm trees, a dock, and lounge chairs.

Premium Suite, Multiple Beds, Oceanfront

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
  • Florida Keys Brewing Co. - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Robbie’s of Islamorada - 4 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Anne's Beach - 10 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Tarpon Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lorelei Restaurant & Cabana Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lazy Days Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Islamorada Fish Company - ‬2 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. Open daily.
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: 21

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. 840 out of 1310 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 1310 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 1310 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1310 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1310 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Christos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay, very friendly staff and great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jignesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean rooms & nice staff.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geisy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

fabrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great also they are dog friendly so a good choice
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, I strongly suggest the Karaoke Sunset boat (Rum Runner), it was really nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gigi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay. Good food, friendly staff, nice outdoors and pool. Lots of games for kids and families.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice well kept property...close to some good spots...free shuttle service is great
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my proximity to the beach into the pool area and the room was nicely appointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent dinner, staff were fantastic
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome property
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful! The pool was amazing and we could have stayed at the resort and never left and had an amazing vacation! The location was convenient, and feeding the tarpon and great food nearby makes this hotel a win!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, lovely location, great Tiki Bar
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love love Amara Cay!!! Will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, very helpful staff and just an exquisite experience. Food was excellent. Loved every second.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay A+ will be back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet, relaxing property
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Katharine

Overall a really nice stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this resort! Amazing service and Happy Hour at the Pool! Excellent Transportation options and within walking distance to some really nice restaurants. Great stay after 3 nights in Key West for our Anniversary. Hotel staff communicated with us to plan our arrival and was able to accommodate an early check in. It was a wonderful stay, just book it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nonna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room great food Had lots of fun
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dillon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lisette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the stay staff is wonderful side pool bar staff is amazing so friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really appreciated that they had washer and dryer available to guests. I needed to do some laundry.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026