Amara Cay Resort

4.0 star property

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Relax in a serene outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs around a central fire pit, surrounded by palm trees and ocean views.
Enjoy ocean views from the large window, relax on the comfortable sofa, and unwind with a flat-screen TV.
Enjoy dining al fresco in a shaded outdoor space with a view of the surrounding landscape.
Relax by the ocean at our beachfront bar, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
Enjoy a serene beach setting with ocean views, a dock, lounge chairs, and a shaded area.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
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

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

Matacumbe Courtyard View 2 Queens Lanai

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

Matacumbe Accessible King with Lanai

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

Matacumbe Courtyard View King Lanai

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

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

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

One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite King

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

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

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Accessible Room King Bed

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

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

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

One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite Two Queens Lanai

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

Studio Suite Standard View King

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

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

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room Two Queens Lanai

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

Standard Accessible King Room

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

Matacumbe Courtyard View Two Queens

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

Standard King Room

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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 this property

Amara Cay Resort

On private beach with outdoor pool, near Bud n' Mary's Dive Center
At Amara Cay Resort, spend the day on the private sand beach where you can enjoy snorkeling. Then return for a meal at one of the resort's 2 restaurants. Change of towels is available on request.
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.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Amara Cay Resort's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Bud n' Mary's Dive Center. You'll find features like 2 restaurants, 3 bars, and an outdoor pool. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • For dining with a beachfront location, stop by ReelCatch, one of the property's 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a meeting room, laundry facilities, and a multilingual staff
  • Onsite recreation includes a private beach, a gym, and bike rentals
  • Guests have great things to say about the pool and the location
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Bud n' Mary's Dive Center and a 2-minute drive from Florida Keys Brewing Co.
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the sand beach. Have fun in the sun at Amara Cay Resort with summer activities like snorkeling, scuba diving, and kayaking.

There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. This beach resort also offers an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a garden.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Islamorada resort.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to 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: USD 50 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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. 780 out of 1238 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 277 out of 1238 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

gary, Sewell

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was hoping there was abeach to walk on
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAULO

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronald P

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a nice average resort and a fair price for the cost. Absolutely nothing wrong with the resort; from the staff to the service to the room, all good. From a point of comparison, we usually stay at the the Islander Resort and just decided to try someplace else so we stayed at the Amada Cay. Again nothing wrong or bad but we will be returning to the the Islander Resort. For a few dollars more, the rooms are updated, the parking is better, the resort is larger and better laid out, a better gym. We enjoyed the Amada Cay, nothing wrong but prefer and will return to the Islander Resort.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

DAINEYIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pretty property and attentive nice staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shantel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Puppy friendly slice of heavwn

The perfect puppy friendly get away !! I still can’t believe I was able to relax under a huge shaded umbrella and take in the salty air with our dog by our side. This place was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025