Attractions

Follow Your Compass Through Key West

From mornings on the water to legendary sunsets, colorful streets and nights filled with live music, the hotel invites you to experience the island in your own way. Compass by Margaritaville Key West places guests within easy reach of the beach, Historic Seaport and unmistakable culture of Old Town, creating a relaxed home base for every adventure.

Smathers Beach

Spend the day beside the Atlantic at one of Key West’s best-known beaches. Stretching along the island’s southern shore, Smathers Beach offers space to swim, unwind beneath the palms or head out on the water by kayak, paddleboard, or Jet Ski.

Approximately two miles from the hotel and easily reached by car, rideshare or bicycle.

Old Town and Duval Street

Follow Duval Street through the heart of Old Town, where historic architecture, independent boutiques, galleries, restaurants and live music capture the colorful spirit of Key West. By day, explore at your own pace. After dark, settle in for cocktails, local flavors, and the island’s celebrated nightlife.

Approximately four miles from the hotel. Ride the complimentary hotel shuttle to Old Town, then explore Duval Street and the surrounding neighborhood on foot.

Mallory Square

Sunset is an event in Key West. Each evening, Mallory Square brings together local artists, performers, musicians, and visitors as the sun disappears over the Gulf of Mexico. Arrive early, explore the waterfront, and stay for one of the island’s most enduring traditions.

Approximately five miles from the hotel and easily reached from the hotel’s Old Town shuttle stop, followed by a walk through the historic district.

Key West Historic Seaport

Discover a lively waterfront lined with restaurants, bars, shops, and working marinas. The Historic Seaport is also a launch point for sunset sails, snorkeling excursions, fishing charters, and dolphin-watching adventures.

Approximately four miles from the hotel. Take the complimentary shuttle to Old Town and continue on foot, or make the short trip by car or rideshare.

Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum

Step inside one of Key West’s most storied homes and explore the rooms, gardens, and writing studio where Ernest Hemingway lived and worked during the 1930s. Keep an eye out for the property’s famous six-toed cats, descendants of Hemingway’s own polydactyl cat.

Approximately four miles from the hotel and a short walk from Duval Street after taking the complimentary shuttle to Old Town.

Southernmost Point

Make your way to one of Key West’s most photographed landmarks, marking the southernmost point of the continental United States. The colorful buoy sits at the edge of Old Town, surrounded by historic streets, ocean views, and distinctly Key West character.

Approximately four miles from the hotel. Travel by bicycle, car or rideshare, or take the hotel shuttle to Old Town and continue on foot.

Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park

Pair a little history with an afternoon by the water. Explore the landmark Civil War-era fort, then follow the trails to one of Key West’s most naturally beautiful beaches for swimming, snorkeling, and a quieter view of the sunset.

Approximately five miles from the hotel and best reached by bicycle, car or rideshare.

Adventures on the Water

The island is best experienced from the water. Set out for a day of snorkeling, sailing, sport fishing, kayaking, parasailing, or exploring the backcountry mangroves and sandbars. With marina access located near the hotel, your next Key West adventure is always nearby.

Many excursions depart from the Historic Seaport, approximately four miles from the hotel and accessible via the complimentary Old Town shuttle.