725 Truman Ave, Key West, Florida, United States | (888) 710-7049
Intimate boutique with heated pool and sunny terrace
Walking distance to entertainment on Duval Street
Cute clusters of buildings, some from the 19th century
Limited guests provides a peaceful atmosphere
Free, basic continental breakfast served by the pool
Free self-parking is available
Some rooms have relaxing porches with chairs
Breakfast is basic
Some bathrooms could use an update
Not many on-site amenities
No on-site restaurants or bars that serve lunch or dinner
The 37-room Key Lime Inn is an intimate boutique with a heated outdoor pool and sunny terrace. Though located just blocks from popular shopping, dining, and nightlife attractions on Duval Street, this hotel manages to retain a peaceful feel. Rooms are set in cute clusters of buildings, some dating back to the 19th century. There is a free, basic continental breakfast served by the pool but there are no restaurants or bars that serve lunch or dinner.
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Scene
A private, peaceful hotel in the historic district
Located within the historic district of Key West, The Key Lime Inn is a quaint and cozy mid-range hotel with a main reception building, several cottages scattered throughout the property, and rooms in the historic Maloney House -- which was built in 1854 and is included on the National Historic Register.The lovely Maloney House building has a white exterior and an inviting wrap-around porch. The reception building is a two-floor, yellow colonial-style building with white columns and a small patio.The hotel doesn’t advertise itself as a bed and breakfast-style property, but some guests confuse it as such and they are disappointed when the free breakfast doesn’t live up to the standard they had hoped. The daily offering includes juices, muffins, cereal, and fruit and is served by the pool -- which is large, but has no frills.
Location
Located in the historic section of Key West and only two blocks from Duval Street
Just two blocks from Duval Street, the Key Lime Inn is located close to all of the popular tourist attractions, but far enough away to avoid the traffic and noise in the heart of the entertainment district. Several bicycle rental stores, such as Island Bicycles and Lloyd’s Bicycle Tours are located just down the road from the Inn. The restaurants and shopping on Duval Street and the historic Ernest Hemingway House and Museum are located within five blocks of the property. Other popular areas, such as Smathers Beach, Southernmost Point, and Mallory Square (where there’s a nightly sunset celebration with street performers), are within one to three miles of the hotel, and can be easily reached by car, cab, or bicycle.
Rooms
Clean, simple rooms
The rooms at The Key Lime Inn offer a quiet retreat from the action and entertainment on Duval Street. The property was renovated in 1999. The decor in the rooms is simple, with a splash of lime green on the beds (either queen or king sizes available). Each room has a private bathroom (unlike some of the historic properties in the area) though some of the showerheads and fixtures could use an update. Rooms labeled “superior” and “deluxe” have mini-fridges and more space. All rooms have flat-screen TVs, hairdryers, irons, and security safes.
Features
Large pool, but few other on-site amenities
The Key Lime Inn offers few on-site amenities, compared to other mid-range hotel properties. There is a large, heated pool and outdoor patio with sitting area. Guests say that the pool has better Wi-Fi service than any of the rooms, but the resort has made upgrades to the service so it should be more consistent now. A free, but basic continental breakfast is served poolside daily. The lobby has free newspapers and beverages like coffee, tea, and water. There are Adirondack chairs throughout the property and a green double-seat swing hangs from one of the trees. There is no bar and no on-site restaurant, but the outdoor cafes and lively bars on Duval street are just a two-block stroll away.
