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Authors of Key West Guest House

Property class: 3
3-star B&B near Duval Street

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A building with a white exterior, a large red awning, and a gated entrance.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a lifebuoy.
A small, enclosed porch with a chair and a table, surrounded by lush greenery and a white lattice fence.
A paved pathway lined with various plants and trees, leading to a building with a beige exterior.
A spacious kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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725 White St. & Petronia, Key West, FL, 33040
  • Place, Key West Naval Station
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Duval Street
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Harry Truman, 2nd Floor, Private Balcony

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a door, and a window.

Harry Truman, 2nd Floor, Private Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Williams Cottage, Stand Alone

A living room with a black sofa, a wooden coffee table, a small white table with a lamp, a kitchen area, and a door leading to a bedroom.

Williams Cottage, Stand Alone

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Hemingway Cottage, Stand Alone

A living room with a dark brown sofa, a white armchair, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

Hemingway Cottage, Stand Alone

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Poet, Ground Floor

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

Poet, Ground Floor

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Kirkwood, 2nd Floor

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

Kirkwood, 2nd Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Herlihy, Ground Floor, Poolside

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, a desk, and a ceiling fan.

Herlihy, Ground Floor, Poolside

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Wilder, 2nd Floor

A bedroom with a bed, a white sofa, a small table, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

Wilder, 2nd Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Hellman, Ground Floor, Poolside

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a television.

Hellman, Ground Floor, Poolside

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Library, Ground Floor

A bedroom with a bed, a window with blinds, a bedside table, a lamp, and a bookshelf.

Library, Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Audubon, 2nd Floor

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a ceiling fan, and a mirror.

Audubon, 2nd Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Margaret Truman, 2nd Floor

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a door, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Margaret Truman, 2nd Floor

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

View all photos for Artist, Ground Floor

A bedroom with a bed, a window with blinds, a door, and a wall with a picture.

Artist, Ground Floor

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

View all photos for McCullers, Ground Floor

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a green dresser, a white radiator, and a door leading to another room.

McCullers, Ground Floor

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

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About the neighborhood

Key West

Key West Historic District stay.Your stay at this Key West Historic District 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

  • Key West Naval Station - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Duval Street - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Southernmost Point - 4 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Mallory Square - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Key West Intl. Airport (EYW) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cuban Coffee Queen Waterfront - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Half Shell Raw Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pepe's Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Harpoon Harry's Restaurant and Bar - ‬13 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
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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 3.2 mi (10-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 Oct 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Authors of Key West Guest House on Oct 27, 2026 start from $145, including 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 (5-min drive) from Clarence S. Higgs Memorial Beach Park and 1.6 mi (7-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.

Authors of Key West Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 751 out of 1082 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 1082 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1082 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1082 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1082 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Very good breakfast and easy to navigate around from there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place, will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fun little boutique hotel that has really great staff, a pretty convenient location and good breakfast. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous place, I wish I had longer to stay than just the night!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to stay. Been staying here about 15 years
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our fourth time staying there and we always go back every time we go to Key West. They offer an excellent complementary breakfast, a pool to cool off, and walking distance to Duval.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved this little piece of sanity in the middle of Key West's hustle & bustle! Only about 1 mile walk to most of the big tourist spots in either direction, yet far enough away that you have some quiet. We loved The Library room! Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean room, great breakfast and free parking. Wonderful experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very cozy property, quiet, well maintained, helpful staff. Perfect stay for enjoying Key West.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great set up
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a amazing experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and room! Breakfast was plentiful and friendly staff. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely place to stay for a few nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the place!! Staff were really friendly. Will definitely be staying again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What really stood out during our stay was the staff. Every person we interacted with was genuinely kind, welcoming, and eager to help. It's the kind of service that leaves a lasting impression and is one of the biggest reasons we'd gladly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything about this trip was excellent. The ease of checking in, the daily breakfast, the location, and of course the beautiful Williams suite we were in. We will be returning soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing property for the price, staff is very nice and helpful. The room is clean, and ideal location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Private cottage type rooms in a tropical setting. Charming and serene. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff was friendly, breakfast could have been better. It was affordable for the price. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was Excellent, Clean, Friendly, Good selection at breakfast, recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Nice place to stay when visiting Key West. Centrally located—about a 20 min walk to Duval. Room had everything we needed and was clean. Loved the pool. Found it a bit dark when getting back late at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was cute, mattress were great! Just the right size for what we needed. Grounds were cute, outdoor spaces were nice. We didn't spend a lot of time on the property, but we would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 1 night in May 2026

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