HAMPTON INN KEY WEST FL, Key West

The property is two blocks from Key West Airport, so aircraft fly directly overhead. Duval Street and the historic waterfront are best reached via the free shuttle (every 45 minutes, first-come basis) or by car; walking is not practical at 6 km. Smathers Beach is 2 km away, and there is no beach on site. Benihana Key West is 0.5 km away, and Conch Flyer Restaurant is 1 km. The location gives easy car access to the whole island but places the hotel away from the downtown bustle.

Accommodation is spread across separate two-storey buildings with exterior room access. Rooms feature cable TV with HBO, ironing facilities, and a tea and coffee maker. King rooms with ocean views are available, and select pool/ocean-view rooms include a balcony. Room 232 offers a pool view that also looks out to the ocean. All rooms are non-smoking, and smoking on balconies is subject to a USD 250 fine. The air conditioning units are noted as loud, and road-facing rooms may experience more noise. Some rooms have a pull-out sofa; rollaway beds are not available. Rooms with two queen beds include a bathtub.

Breakfast is a standard Hampton Inn buffet with scrambled eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy, waffle batter, and fruit. The breakfast room seating is limited, but outdoor poolside tables are available. Cheekie Hut is a poolside bar and grill serving American cuisine, with food available until 8 pm and the bar open until 9 pm. Each registered guest receives one free drink per day at the bar. A coffee bar is also available. The hotel has a coffee bar.

The outdoor swimming pool is heated and open year-round from 8 am to 10 pm. It features a shallow end, sun loungers, sun umbrellas, and a poolside bar. Towel service is provided at the pool. There is no hot tub, spa, or sauna on site. A fitness centre with cardio equipment is available free of charge. Bicycle rentals can be arranged through the concierge. There is no beach on the property; the closest beach, Smathers Beach, is 2 km away.

The hotel offers free Wi-Fi throughout. A free airport shuttle is available; guests must call once they have their luggage to arrange pickup. A free downtown shuttle runs every 45 minutes from 8 am to 10:30 pm, but seating is limited to 8 and advance sign-up is recommended. Luggage storage is available before check-in and after check-out. A business centre, laundry facilities (additional charge), and a safety deposit box are on site. The front desk is staffed 24 hours and can assist with concierge services and express check-in/check-out. The property has a lift and accessible rooms with a chair lift for the pool. Wheelchair-accessible parking is available. All guest rooms are non-smoking. The hotel accepts American Express, Visa, MasterCard, and other major cards.