The Gardens Hotel Key West, Florida

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Giovanni Buonaiuto

21 November 2022

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A luxurious boutique hotel with a Key West atmosphere. The Gardens Hotel, named “The Prettiest Hotel in Key West” by The New York Time’s List, is quite simply the finest lodging establishment among Key West hotels.

Rich in history and architecture, The Gardens Hotel estate houses 21 luxurious guest suites & Cottages amidst one of Florida’s oldest and most respected tropical gardens.

Once the largest private estate in Key West, the expansive grounds of The Gardens Hotel comprise over an acre of lush, tropical landscaping just steps away from Key West’s infamous Duval Street. The Gardens Hotel calls to mind the best of elegant “boutique” hotels, but with a decidedly “Key West” atmosphere.

Here at the Gardens Hotel Key West, it is our pleasure to provide our valued guests with the finest amenities available in Key West. From our outdoor heated pool to the self-serve D’vine Wine Gallery to complimentary hotel-wide Wi-Fi, we have thought of it all so you don’t have to.

All you have to do once you arrive is relax, open a bottle of wine or champagne and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of our beautiful Key West hotel.

THE BEGINNING OF THE GARDENS
Peggy Mills purchased the Gardens Hotel Key West in 1930 with a vision of turning the property into a beautiful botanical garden to be enjoyed by the public.

To begin her ambitious project, she purchased adjacent buildings and land until acquiring one-quarter of a city block. To clear the land, she demolished 13 existing buildings, sparing only her home and the quaint gatehouse.

Then Peggy began collecting plants, flowers and other treasures to fill her garden, going to extraordinary lengths to make her vision a reality. It is said that when she first purchased the Gardens Hotel, the property was barren and she started her gardening career by planting six coconuts upside down.

But this didn’t stop her dream; she soon obtained a permit to collect plants from all over the world and became known in Key West as “The Lady of the Orchids” for her rare collection of Hawaiian and Japanese orchids that flourished on the trees.

As she was collecting her vast array of botanicals, Peggy was also busy purchasing 87,000 century-old bricks from Cuba, Honduras, and England. With these bricks, she designed and built winding pathways and intimate seating areas throughout the gardens. She also began to collect antique statuaries to further enhance the garden’s appeal.

Among the garden’s more curious features are four one-ton earthenware jars called tinajones (teena-HONE-ez), which were used by Spanish settlers to catch rainwater for drinking. Being a family friend of then-President Batista, she was able to remove the jars and other rare botanicals from Cuba.

The tinajones had to be moved more than 300 miles by oxcart to Cuba and then re-crated with rubber bumpers for the trip to the United States, where they were eventually hauled to Key West in sod trucks. They remain a fixture of the gardens today and are the only tinajones in the country.

NEW OWNERS BRING NEW LIFE TO THE GARDENS HOTEL
Following Peggy’s death in 1979, there were several changes in ownership of The Gardens Hotel. In 1992, Bill and Corrina Hettinger purchased the property with a new vision of transforming it into a luxury hotel.

The couple undertook a multi-million-dollar renovation of the original structures and built two additional structures to replicate the grand manor houses typically found in the Bahamas. These new structures currently house the garden and courtyard guestrooms.

In September of 1996, a woman named Kate Miano moved from St. Louis to Key West. Even though Kate had no prior experience running an inn, she opened the original Ambrosia House on Fleming Street, just one block away from The Gardens Hotel.

She became experienced rather quickly, and three-and-a-half years later, she purchased the property directly across the street from our inn, and Ambrosia Too was born.

But Kate’s real desire was to own The Gardens Hotel, and when it finally went back on the market in 2004, she immediately put it under contract. Owning and managing The Gardens Hotel in Key West is a fulfillment of her dreams, and Kate is proud to operate one of the most beautiful and luxurious hotels in Key West, Florida.

ROOMS & SUITES
Find the perfect getaway at the luxurious Gardens Hotel Key West. Our elegant guestrooms, cottages, and suites are the only choice for visitors seeking the highest level of luxury for their Key West vacation.

All our accommodations are as varied and unique as the surrounding flora, and each offers private entrances, outdoor verandahs, queen or king beds dressed in the finest Italian linens, custom duvets in tropical fabrics, marble bathrooms, refrigerators, Keurig coffeemakers, Biscoff cookies, flat-screen HDTVs, air conditioning and plush spa robes—everything needed for a luxurious Key West vacation.

You have access to our hotel’s other unique amenities and features, including our heated outdoor pools and the D’vine Wine Gallery. Book Direct & Get the Best Rate Guaranteed!

LUXURIOUS SUITES IN KEY WEST
For the ultimate in extravagance, choose the Master Suite at the Gardens Hotel Key West. This spacious and luxurious suite accommodates up to four guests and is perfect for family vacations or special occasions like an anniversary celebration or honeymoon. The Gardens Hotel welcomes children 16 years of age and older.

As with all our other lodging options, our Master Suite features finely crafted Bahamian plantation-style furnishings in yew and mahogany from all over the world. You’ll also be surrounded by hand-selected décor, including original art from some of Key West’s most renowned artists. Be sure to book direct & get the Best Rate Guaranteed!

MASTER SUITE
Our Master Suite will feel just like home if your home was in the middle of a tropical paradise. It features a cozy living room with a sofa bed and flat-screen HDTV and a marvelous master bedroom with soaring cathedral ceilings.

The bedroom offers a king bed dressed in designer linens, flat-screen HDTV, sitting area, workstation, fainting couch, his and her closets and a bank of French doors opening onto a large, private verandah overlooking the gardens.

Finally, the master bath is positively decadent with marble floors, double-basin sinks, an oversized Jacuzzi tub, separate shower, water closet with bidet and private Sauna. This suite is luxury at its best, and you’ll never want to leave.

COTTAGES IN KEY WEST
The guestrooms at the Gardens Hotel Key West are truly paradise on earth. You’ll feel right at home in our spacious rooms, each as unique and beautiful as the last.

We offer five room types for you to choose from, all of which feature the necessities you expect in a hotel, as well as extra luxurious touches like Keurig coffeemakers, Biscoff cookies, marble bathrooms with Jacuzzi tubs (most rooms), fine Italian linens and outdoor verandahs. Be sure to book direct & get the Best Rate Guaranteed!

The Gardens Hotel welcomes children 16 years of age and older. Eyebrow Cottage, is a standalone cottage located in a secluded corner of the property near the Garden Building. The Secret Garden, located just one block from Duval; and our monthly rental The Queen’s Residence.

COTTAGE 1
This lovely, pet-friendly cottage features a large living room with dramatic vaulted ceilings that open up to a master bedroom with a king bed, providing the ultimate in romance.

The master bath is the most decadent on the island with its custom marble tile work, designer vanity and, the crowning touch, a black crystal chandelier. Cottage 1 also offers a large private porch overlooking the pool and a large rear deck.

GUESTROOMS
The guestrooms at the Gardens Hotel Key West are truly paradise on earth. You’ll feel right at home in our spacious rooms, each as unique and beautiful as the last.

CARRIAGE HOUSE
The location of this unit and the expansive vaulted ceilings make the Carriage House Front a delightful choice. Located directly above the pool, this large room features a private verandah with views of the pool and gardens, as well as a king bed with luxurious linens, crown molding, flat-screen HDTV and marble bath with Jacuzzi tub. The Carriage House is ideal for two guests.

ENJOY A REFRESHING COCKTAIL POOLSIDE & MORE
Here at the Gardens Hotel Key West, it is our pleasure to provide our valued guests with the finest amenities available in Key West. From our outdoor heated pool to the self-serve D’vine Wine Gallery to complimentary hotel-wide Wi-Fi, we have thought of it all so you don’t have to.

All you have to do once you arrive is relax, open a bottle of wine or champagne and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of our beautiful Key West hotel.

ECO-FRIENDLY HOTEL IN KEY WEST
The green-certified Gardens Hotel of Key West makes every effort to conserve and protect our environment for future generations, and our eco-friendly efforts have earned us the prestigious GreenLeaders Platinum Level status from TripAdvisor, among other awards.

This means we utilize a variety of green practices, such as linen reuse and recycling, as well as energy-efficient products like solar panels and ENERGY STAR appliances, pool heaters and windows.

D’VINE WINE GALLERY – RELAX WITH A GLASS OF WINE
You don’t have to go far to enjoy great wine; just step out your door and walk to our on-site wine bar. D’vine Wine Gallery offers a variety of amazing wines for you to sample during your stay, as well as live music throughout the week.

Whether you are trying to unwind after a day of exploring Key West or prepping for a night out on nearby Duval Street, d’vine Wine Gallery is the perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine while listening to some great live music.

The Gallery hosts live piano performances evenings, 5-7, and live jazz on Sundays 5-8 pm (seasonal adjustment of 30 minutes. Jazz is dark June – October). One of the unique things about our Key West wine bar is that it is self-serve and open 8 am – 9:30 pm.

As a guest, you will receive a D’vine card to choose your wine portion—1, 3 or 6 ounces—so you can have a taste of all the wines or a whole glass of your favorite. There are plenty of wine varietals to choose from, and the system is automated so you can pour a new glass at your leisure.

The D’vine Wine Gallery at Gardens Hotel Key West is proud to be a recipient of the Key West Chamber of Commerce’s Venture Award. This achievement is awarded for “bold investment in a new business and enterprise that exemplifies the entrepreneurial spirit and adds to the Key West atmosphere.”

PET-FRIENDLY LODGING IN KEY WEST
Here at the Gardens Hotel Key West, we want you to feel at home, and we understand that it really isn’t home without your beloved pets. Rent one of our pet-friendly cottages and enjoy a nice vacation with your dog by your side. They’ll love lounging in your spacious room and walking around the beautiful streets of Key West.

If you’re looking for things to do with your dog during your stay, check out Key West Dog Beach (1 mile) at the end of Alberta Street or Higgs Beach Dog Park, a fenced, off-leash park at the intersection of White Street and Atlantic Boulevard. You can even take your pet with you on a dog-friendly eco-charter such as Wild About Dolphins or Lazy Dog Kayak.

KEY WEST IS FOR LOVERS
Enjoy wine or champagne from our award-winning Wine Gallery while you listen to some light piano in our Cabaret. Immerse yourself in our exquisitely decorated rooms where every detail is designed to make your stay flawless. Take a short drive to the beach where you can stroll on Key West’s soft sands while you watch the colors of the sunset melt into the water.

Shower your significant other in love with our Romance Package – featuring a dozen roses and chocolate covered strawberries complemented by a chilled bottle of The Gardens Hotel Tattinger Champagne.

Or you can relax together with a glass of bubbly and a couple’s massage. With the Sunset Package, you can end the day on board one of our boats, sipping on decadent wine while the sun kisses the water goodnight.

KEY WEST
Location is everything when trying to enjoy all of Key West’s events and attractions, and our hotel’s location will not disappoint. The Gardens Hotel Key West is situated at the intersection of Simonton and Angela Streets just a block off Duval Street, a lively street with tons of shops, restaurants, bars and entertainment venues to explore.

EXPERIENCE DUVAL STREET
Stretching over 14 blocks from Key West’s South Beach to Mallory Square, Duval Street is the place to be in Key West. Take a walk down this world-famous street and experience all it has to offer, from bargain stores and high-end boutiques to cowboy bars and cabaret shows.

Stop by famous establishments for food and drinks such as Sloppy Joe’s, Fogarty’s, the Bull & Whistle Bar, Fat Tuesday, Margaritaville® and Rick’s Cafe. Explore attractions like Ripley’s Believe It or Not! or learn some unique Key West history at the Oldest House & Garden Museum.

Or attend a local annual event, such as the week-long, adults-only Fantasy Fest or Conch Republic Days each spring. No matter when you visit, or what you want to do during your stay, fun, and entertainment awaits you on Duval Street.

VISIT MALLORY SQUARE
At the west end of Duval Street lies Mallory Square, a hub of Key West’s social and commercial life that is home to numerous shops, restaurants, museums and a theater. Mallory Square is well-known for its Sunset Celebration that draws visitors from all over the world to see some of the most spectacular sunsets found anywhere.

The nightly festival begins two hours before sunset and features food vendors and live entertainment from local musicians, jugglers, acrobats, psychics and more—all of which provide an incredible cultural experience.

DINING IN KEY WEST
From seafood restaurants and raw bars to Cuban and Italian eateries, the dining scene in Key West is as vast as your imagination. You’ll find something delicious to eat for breakfast, lunch, dinner or even just dessert here in the southernmost city, though we recommend enjoying your complimentary breakfast right here at the Gardens Hotel Key West.

Whether you’re in the mood for a casual lunch or a fine dining experience, you’ll find it all near our hotel in Key West. Duval Street alone is home to more than 50 restaurants and bars, including Kermit’s Key West Key Lime Shop, Blackfin Bistro, Margaritaville and Off the Hook. Most local restaurants offer indoor dining rooms and outdoor patios so you can enjoy the wonderful weather of Key West.

SHOPPING IN KEY WEST
It’s not a vacation without a little shopping, and Key West has plenty of shops and stores to choose from. Whether you’re looking for a new swimsuit, some snorkeling gear, an outfit for tonight’s dinner, delicious spices and herbs or a souvenir of your trip, you’ll find it in one of the many stores in Key West.

It is great to walk or bike around and discover something great on every street! Located just a block off Duval Street, the Gardens Hotel Key West is situated in the perfect spot for shopping.

Walk to Duval Street and peruse one of the many t-shirt shops, clothing boutiques or art galleries. There are even stores dedicated solely to towels, flip-flops, hammocks, Cuban cigars and all things Jimmy Buffet, so you’re bound to find something to take home with you.

EXPLORE LOCAL KEY WEST ATTRACTIONS
Key West is a small island, but there are plenty of attractions to visit during your stay at the Gardens Hotel Key West. Whether you’re a history buff interested in visiting all the local museums or you want to spend your time walking through beautiful gardens, Key West has something for everyone.

Be sure to stop by famous tourist spots like the Southernmost Point and Mile Marker 0, but also make time to explore attractions that are just steps away like the Hemingway House and the Key West Aquarium. Our hotel is located conveniently close to all these attractions and many more. Just ask our helpful staff for suggestions on the best things to do.

THE ERNEST HEMINGWAY HOME AND MUSEUM
Experience how famous author Ernest Hemingway lived during his Key West days at the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. The house was the first on the island to be fitted with indoor plumbing, to have an upstairs bathroom with running water and to have a swimming pool.

Prominent features you’ll see during a tour of the beautiful home and gardens include the dining room’s Murano glass chandelier, Hemingway’s upstairs book collection, his second-floor writing studio and a few six- and seven-toed cats that are descendants of the original cats Hemingway owned during his time there.

KEY WEST LIGHTHOUSE & KEEPER’S QUARTERS
Standing 65′ tall, the Key West Lighthouse was built to ensure the safe arrival of vessels navigating the waters off the Florida Keys. Erected in 1843, it features 15 lamps in 15″ reflectors and is 88 steps to the top—well worth the effort to enjoy a beautiful view of the surrounding area.

Visit the Lighthouse & Keeper’s Quarters Museum to learn about it and the previous lighthouse Keepers, the first of which was a woman, nearly unheard of in the 19th Century.

THE KEY WEST BUTTERFLY AND NATURE CONSERVATORY
Voted #1 Key West Attraction by People’s Choice Awards, the Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory is home to 50-60 different species of live butterflies from around the world.

Walk through a magical, inviting environment filled with hundreds of these beautiful winged creatures, as well as an impressive collection of flowering plants, more than 20 exotic birds, cascading waterfalls and trees.

SOUTHERNMOST POINT
No visit to Key West is complete without a trip to the Southernmost Point Buoy, located at the corner of South and Whitehead Streets. Grab your picture with the brightly painted concrete buoy that marks one of the extreme points of the U.S. You can even see what’s happening right now at the buoy with the Southernmost Webcam, live from Key West!

BIKING, PARASAILING, SNORKELING
With average temperatures ranging from 70-90 degrees, the best thing to do in Key West is be outdoors or in the water. Whether you want to relax on a beach under the sun, snorkel through turquoise waters, rent a bike and cruise around the entire island or explore a local national or state park, there are so many outdoor activities to enjoy in Key West.

Make the Gardens Hotel Key West your home away from home for your outdoor adventures. Our Concierge is always happy to share advice and suggestions to make your stay perfect.

OUTDOOR ATTRACTIONS
Beaches, state and national parks, wildlife refuges, and gardens—all these await you in beautiful Key West. Take a ferry to Dry Tortugas National Park for a fun day trip, or stay close to the hotel and explore Fort Zachary Taylor or Fort East Martello.

Spend the day lounging and playing in the water at South Beach, Smathers Beach or Higgs Beach. Or walk through beautiful local gardens and parks filled with exotic plants, trees, and animals. Below are a few of our favorite outdoor spots to visit during your stay: