The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court

3.0 star property
VIP Access

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court

A wicker basket on a white shelf with striped pillows, overlooking a pool and lush greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with blinds.
A patio area with outdoor furniture, including chairs and a table, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and potted plants. There is a dining area with a chair and a table.
A spacious kitchen with a dining area, a ceiling fan, and a large window providing natural light.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

View in a map
412 Frances St, Key West, FL, 33040
  • Place, Key West Naval Station
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Duval Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Mallory Square
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Tropical Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(96 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Conch Cottage

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Tropical King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(112 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Similar properties

About this property

The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court

Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free guesthouse has a rooftop terrace and coffee/tea in a common area. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite.
The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 45-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

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 the free breakfast at The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court . During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Key West Burlesque Theater. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Onsite recreation includes bike rentals
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the clean accommodations
  • 11 minutes by foot from Duval Street and a 3-minute drive from Mallory Square
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court .

This 3-star Key West guesthouse is smoke free.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Visual fire alarm

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1900
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay

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

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25 years old
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 5:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. 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

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Heron Court
Heron Court House
Heron House Court
Heron House Court B&B
Heron House Court B&B Key West
Heron House Court Key West
Heron Court Hotel
Heron House Court Hotel Key West
Heron House Court Adult B&B Key West
Heron House Court Adult B&B
Heron House Court Adult Key West
Heron House Court Adult
Heron House Court Key West
Heron House Court Adult Only
Heron House Court - Adult Only Key West
Heron House Court - Adult Only Guesthouse
Heron House Court - Adult Only Guesthouse Key West

The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 704 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1007 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Loved this place really recommend it
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the heated pool, staff were great
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
clean room, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It felt so home like and Roman was so friendly I will stay there again when we come back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming older house in Old Town convenient and comfortable. Friendly and helpful staff with a nice light breakfast available.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay with friendly and helpful staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff went above and beyond to make sure our stay was fun and relaxing. The room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was nice with the coffee being exceptional. The staff was so nice i would gladly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Roman was wonderful, helpful and kind. We had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and comfortable. The breakfast was fresh and plentiful. The staff was very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really kind and helpful staff! Cute rooms, really grateful we lucked up on this stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Continental breakfast had a nice variety to choose from. Location is great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First off we had a wonderful time and the hotel was in a really good location to Duval Street. I would gladly stay there again when in area. I would say the only negative would be parking, but once we got our spot we just ubered everywhere and it was very inexpensive for the rides.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent location, quiet neighborhood, walk to the harbor and restaurants and bars nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful. Property is obviously old which is to be expected in Key West. It could use some sprucing up, but overall we really enjoyed our stay. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
quaint place very friendly staff overall experience was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was cozy. It felt like home away from home. Roman was terrific. He was so helpful navigating Key West.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Conrad

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean; staff was great
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay! Nice clean room in a good location, staff was VERY friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Great location near some wonderful restaurants. Roman the host was so helpful and friendly!! I am definitely staying at Heron House Court again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dillon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it. The location was great!! Close to the heart of Duvall Street. Nice continental breakfast We will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff were great. Loved sitting on the front porch. The heated pool was a perfect treat. Breakfast was also amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff (Roman) was excellent with check-in and also special requests, dinner recommendations and dinner The fresh flowers, infused water and coffee added a special touch
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026