Authors of Key West Guest House

3.0 star property
3-star B&B near Duval Street

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Herlihy, Ground Floor, Poolside | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
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Library, Ground Floor | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi

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

Room options

Hellman, Ground Floor, Poolside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Library, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Herlihy, Ground Floor, Poolside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Wilder, 2nd Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Poet, Ground Floor

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Kirkwood, 2nd Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Williams Cottage, Stand Alone

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Hemingway Cottage, Stand Alone

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Artist, Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

McCullers, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Audubon, 2nd Floor

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Margaret Truman, 2nd Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Harry Truman, 2nd Floor, Private Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Key West

Old Town Key West stay.Your stay at this Old Town Key West B&B places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Duval Street and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum and Clarence S. Higgs Memorial Beach Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Duval Street - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Southernmost Point - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mallory Square - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Smathers Beach - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sandy's Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Best Coffee In Town - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Thai Island Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mac’s Sunset and Tiki Bar - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Authors of Key West Guest House

3-star B&B 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 feature hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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 available

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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, 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
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, 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. 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

How close is Authors of Key West Guest House to the airport?

Authors of Key West Guest House is 3.1 mi (6-min drive) away from the Key West Intl. Airport (EYW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Authors of Key West Guest House?

As of Sep 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Authors of Key West Guest House on Oct 1, 2025 start from $99.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Authors of Key West Guest House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Authors of Key West Guest House.

How close is Authors of Key West Guest House to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 1 mi (2-min drive) from Clarence S. Higgs Memorial Beach Park and 1.6 mi (4-min drive) from Smathers Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Authors of Key West Guest House offer free breakfast?

Authors of Key West Guest House offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Authors of Key West Guest House?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Authors of Key West Guest House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Authors of Key West Guest House?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast.

Does Authors of Key West Guest House have a pool?

Authors of Key West Guest House features an outdoor pool.

Does Authors of Key West Guest House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Authors of Key West Guest House to downtown Key West?

Authors of Key West Guest House is 0.6 mi away from Key West.

Reviews

Authors of Key West Guest House Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 684 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1020 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Gulfport

Liked: Amenities
Was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katharina, delray beach

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

10/10 Excellent

Katharina, delray beach

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff incredibly pleasant - they do an amazing job maintaining plants on grounds and in room, loved seeing healthy, live plants in the room. Perfect selection for breakfast (thank you for having Philadelphia cream cheese!!) , and while beds creaked with every move the blankets and sheets were so soft and comfortable , everything was clean, pool was adorable, and we were lucky to make friends with other guests- fantastic trip. We did the dinner sunset cruise - highly recommend. And you can never go wrong with duval and Malory square!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kacie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice and quiet. Im good walking distance to most attractions which for us was great to not have to drive much. Cute and quaint. Recommend anyone going to the keys to stay at Author's guest house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaylee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Good location to bike most places.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hidden Gem in Key West… great location and great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Un-Yung

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place! I would love to come back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute and quiet, staff was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room and super friendly hosts! I highly recommend this guest house!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

matt

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little place in an emergency at the right price we stayed in the artist room it was quiet clean 2 things that could of been better but not a deal breaker first the toliet paper was to close to the toilet so you had to sit at an angle and 2nd the shower was to small and needed a hose on the shower head
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan ignacio

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Authors Guest House is the most amazing place we have ever stayed in. The front desk staff were super friendly and helpful. They were also accommodating to our need to check out remotely. The cottage that we were in was super comfy and cozy. Everything was relatively close to the cottage. The most stressful part of Key West is finding parking and even that was made easy for us!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vienna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vienna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful little slice of island paradise! The small cottage and property were nice, cozy, and a great price. Nothing fancy or brand new. We stayed in the Williams cottage and loved our own, private porch and a place to cook if we wanted to make our own meals. The property grounds were tropical with lush plants and landscaping and small pool. The property had breakfast in the morning, which was nice to have a quick bite. There was also ice with filtered water available near the office, providing convenience and keeping us hydrated without having to use a lot of water bottles. We would recommend if you’re looking for a cozy, reasonably priced space that provides a quiet, private space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriyella

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nelho

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were much noise during nighttime from guest above our bedroom. And the receptionist was very antipathetic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's good i will book again the parking was just not good but the place is good i will recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time to the Keys. Love the quaintness. I would stay here again and recommend to all.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joacy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the facilities, the breakfast was great, the staff was super friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Booked the Hemingway cottage. Was advertised as having a full size refrigerator- it wasn't. Advertised on site and street parking- 2 spaces on site is what they have. Everything else is street. When we told them there were ants, we were informed that it's the season for them.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

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

Very nice place

Very nice place, it's simple but well maintained and well located. Free parking is a ++ considering how difficult is to park in Key West. Continental breakfast was simple but good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a girls’ weekend! Great location! We could walk or take short Uber rides everywhere we wanted to go.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025