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Authors of Key West Guest House

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Duval Street

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Williams Cottage, Stand Alone
Front of property
Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Bathroom
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
725 White St. & Petronia, Key West, FL, 33040
  • Duval Street
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Southernmost Point
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Mallory Square
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Bathroom

Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Single Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Single Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Williams Cottage, Stand Alone | Living area

Williams Cottage, Stand Alone

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hemingway Cottage, Stand Alone | Living room

Hemingway Cottage, Stand Alone

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Artist, Ground Floor

Artist, Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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McCullers, Ground Floor

McCullers, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Key West

At Authors of Key West Guest House you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Duval Street and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. Highlights at this B&B include an outdoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Plus you'll find a picnic area, free newspapers in the lobby and a water dispenser. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Old Town Key West B&B include Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum and Clarence S. Higgs Memorial Beach Park.
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What's nearby

  • Duval Street - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Southernmost Point - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mallory Square - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Smathers Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cuban Coffee Queen Waterfront - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pepe's Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sandy's Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Half Shell Raw Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Off the Hook Grill - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Authors of Key West Guest House

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Duval Street
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Authors of Key West Guest House.

This 3-star Key West bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Authors of Key West Guest House offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 30 metres
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property from June to July. The rest of the year they are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: USD 22.50 per accommodation, per night.

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

You need to know

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, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed from June to July.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Authors of Key West Guest House?

Yep, Authors of Key West Guest House is a short 20-minute walk from Florida Keys Beaches. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and kayaking. You can also find boat tours.

Does Authors of Key West Guest House have a pool?

Authors of Key West Guest House has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Authors of Key West Guest House serve breakfast?

Sure does, free continental breakfast is offered daily between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Authors of Key West Guest House?

No, Authors of Key West Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Authors of Key West Guest House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Authors of Key West Guest House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Authors of Key West Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 660 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 222 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1003 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

fatima miya

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cozy, Close, for a Great Price

It is a very charming place and reminded me of Europe. It has a friendly atmosphere and the place can be described as cosy and comfortable. And located in old town Key West Highly close to everything . Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Needs soundproofing.

We stayed in the “Library.” The room was clean and spacious. However, it never is truly dark because of shutter blinds and no curtains. When the outside motion light came on due to a pedestrian, it woke us up. Even worse was the lack of soundproofing. I could hear someone open a can of soda in the room next to us. We could hear every single car. And worst of all, the rooster that crowed from 2:30-5:30 and beyond each day sounded like it was right outside the window. Something needs to be changed about the soundproofing of the rooms to make them better. Lastly, there was no silverware in the room and with the office being closed early in the evening, that was super inconvenient. If we ever return to Key West, we’d stay somewhere else.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, York

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Any place you get a real key rather than a card, is usually good. Good location, quiet, good breakfast. I would have liked an earlier breakfast like 6:30 rather than 8.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Krzysztof

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Knowle

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small spaces. Bathroom small. Advertises pool — just a jacuzzi. No parking. Have 2 hour window to check in. Blinds wouldn’t close.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Staff was very friendly and helpful making checking in and out very easy. Room was nice and spacious and everything was clean. The pool outside was warm and a nice spot to relax after walking around. Would definitely come back next time I am in Key West.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Nice clean facility with pleasant staff. Had a nice large hot tub. Breakfast was good but not great for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Lovely place.

Lovely place! The outdoor hot tub was really nice. Our poets room was very spacious and clean. The coffee and purified water are excellent. All three of us found the breakfast a bit underwhelming for a guest house. No hot food like sausage or bacon was available. The breakfast bagels and pastry were pretty good though wrapped in plastic. There were several choices of cereal in plastic containers, yogurt, cheese sticks and hard boiled eggs. Staff was very nice. Plenty of street parking. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great small, family run hotel. Quiet and safe area. Easy walk to all amenities. The little cottage is well set with a bedroom and a pullout sofa bed in the living room. Nice breakfast is served in the morning. Well priced. Would highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was absolutely beautiful Lived the room and location The staff was friendly and very nice 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We were looking for a property close to the West Ferry Terminal, 100 Grinnell Street, at the Historic Seaport. This property was a 12 min walk. Property contained several individual rooms with own entrances. Our room (Truman -2nd floor) was small but very colorful. Nice molding & comfortable bed. Towels were small and thin. Room was not sound proof which is why we gave it 3 stars for Condition. Roosters & garbage truck are your 5-6am wake up call. Felt it was a very nice place but overpriced.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith, Westerville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Authors of Key West Guest House Feb 2025

Our room at Authors of the Keys West Guest House was a queen bed and a bathroom. Room space was in short supply. The front office is staffed till 5pm so if you will be arriving later than 5pm make arrangements. The breakfast was excellent, including great coffee, bagels, hard boiled eggs, fruit etc. Parking is limited to 2 on-site spaces.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zi

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great. Good location. Quiet. Nice room and comfortable bed. Only knock, the floors didn’t look dirty but the soles of our feet needed to be cleaned even after taking a shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful. Arrived early and they happily welcomed us. They held our bags while we went and explored the area. They provided us with maps and tourist highlights.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Darin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
When checking in the lady on duty was very nice and helpful. The pool is very small. A little bigger than a pickup truck bed. The shower is very small also. If you are over 5’6” you will bump your head on the shower head. I was not going to leave them a bad review until the next morning the free breakfast was so very simple and not enough for all the guests. Breakfast starts a 8 in a very small office/serving room. Everyone was trying to make the best of it but there was NO COFFEE!!!! No instant coffee in the room and everyone waiting until 8 am for no coffee. It is a place to lay your head and that is about all I can say good about it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025