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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

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Harry Truman, 2nd Floor, Private Balcony | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Harry Truman, 2nd Floor, Private Balcony

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

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Williams Cottage, Stand Alone

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

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Hemingway Cottage, Stand Alone | Living room | TV

Hemingway Cottage, Stand Alone

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

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Poet, Ground Floor | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Poet, Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Kirkwood, 2nd Floor | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Kirkwood, 2nd Floor

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

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Herlihy, Ground Floor, Poolside | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Herlihy, Ground Floor, Poolside

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

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Wilder, 2nd Floor | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Wilder, 2nd Floor

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

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Hellman, Ground Floor, Poolside | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Hellman, Ground Floor, Poolside

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

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Library, Ground Floor | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Library, Ground Floor

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Audubon, 2nd Floor | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Audubon, 2nd Floor

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

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Margaret Truman, 2nd Floor | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Margaret Truman, 2nd Floor

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

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Artist, Ground Floor | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Artist, Ground Floor

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

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McCullers, Ground Floor | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

McCullers, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 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).
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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 Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dions Truman & White - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mangia Mangia - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Best Coffee In Town - ‬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 property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 Nov 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Authors of Key West Guest House on Nov 17, 2025 start from $129.0, 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. 667 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint area . Parking not difficult at all . Drove to Malory Square area and parked easily . Room clean and cool . Would stay again 100%
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Gulfport

Liked: Amenities
Was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
n/a
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fantastic. Loved the room, the staff, the breakfast…
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 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

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irfhan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the convenience of the location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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

Ashley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have been staying at authors for about 20 years. The place is so nice!! Always affordable. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michaela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Very clean. Helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Paulino

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small pool, cottage was nice size, however no mirror's. Continental breakfast was okay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amala

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good. Breakfast was ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

yesiangely

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very peaceful to stay there as well as very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emese

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

Great

Breakfast was great , just on the rooms they could a bit make some changes. For example would be great if on the bathroom door to have some hooks where you can hang up your towels or your clothes . Not place everything on top of the toilet lid. Otherwise we liked our stay. And would definitely stay again in the near future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Hellmann. Super comfortable bed and pillows. Very quiet and pleasant stay. However, extremely small bathroom with no shelves on wall to put stuff, so difficult to get ready for the day in there. A mirror in the room would maybe help. Otherwise we enjoyed the peace and quiet and the uniqueness of the property and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teisha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Even though it was a continental breakfast, there were great food options The front staff was super sweet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Horacio

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isidro

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay and location for the true Key West experience. Staff are friendly and accommodating! Pool is nice to relax after a long day of exploring.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bielca

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

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Will be back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

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

Nice stay

The property is nice, clean, and comfortable. Three of us stayed in the Williams cabin. One guest used the fold out couch and said it was comfortable enough. The bathroom is off the bedroom so the extra person had to enter the bedroom to access it. The kitchen had basic utensils, etc. The continental breakfast offered enough selections to make all of us happy. It was a nice place for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025