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The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court

Property class: 3
3-star guest house near Duval Street

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  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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412 Frances St, Key West, FL, 33040
  • Place, Key West Naval Station
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Duval Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Mallory Square
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Key West

Key West Historic District stay.With a stay at this Key West Historic District guesthouse, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Duval Street and 2 miles (3 km) of Mallory Square. Ernest Hemingway Home and 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 - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mallory Square - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Southernmost Point - 5 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Key West Intl. Airport (EYW) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Conch Republic Seafood Company - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cuban Coffee Queen Waterfront - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Schooner Wharf Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Kermit's Key West Key Lime Shoppe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dions Truman & White - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court

3-star guest house near Duval Street
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court .

This 3-star Key West guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1900
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 45-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 45-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 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, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
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, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Heron Court
Heron Court House
Heron House Court
Heron House Court B&B
Heron House Court B&B Key West
Heron House Court Key West
Heron Court Hotel
Heron House Court Hotel Key West
Heron House Court Adult B&B Key West
Heron House Court Adult B&B
Heron House Court Adult Key West
Heron House Court Adult
Heron House Court Key West
Heron House Court Adult Only
Heron House Court - Adult Only Key West
Heron House Court - Adult Only Guesthouse
Heron House Court - Adult Only Guesthouse Key West

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court to the airport?

The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court is 3.3 mi (8-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 The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court ?

As of Aug 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court on Aug 17, 2026 start from $141, 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 The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court .

How close is The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 14-minute walk from Florida Keys Beaches and 1.2 mi (4-min drive) from Clarence S. Higgs Memorial Beach Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court offer free breakfast?

The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court ?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court ?

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

Is there free parking at The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court ?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court have a pool?

The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court to downtown Key West?

The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court is 0.5 mi away from Key West.

The Independent Inn - Formerly Heron House Court Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 706 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1010 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

JACQUELINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location Super clean Friendly staff. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Loved this place really recommend it
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the heated pool, staff were great
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
clean room, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very pleasant. Staff friendly and helpful. Nice location to wharf, restaurants, and generally all around relaxing. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

BIZHAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice hotel, good breakfast, easy parking on the street for free, clean facility, the front desk person, Roman, is excellent host and very helpful and caring.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent breakfast offered
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, comfortable and convenient. Enjoyed our stay and will be back. Roman was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It felt so home like and Roman was so friendly I will stay there again when we come back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming older house in Old Town convenient and comfortable. Friendly and helpful staff with a nice light breakfast available.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay with friendly and helpful staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff went above and beyond to make sure our stay was fun and relaxing. The room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was nice with the coffee being exceptional. The staff was so nice i would gladly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a quiet little hotel with only 15 rooms. It was an easy walk to Duval Street and the marinas. It was really nice!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Roman was wonderful, helpful and kind. We had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really kind and helpful staff! Cute rooms, really grateful we lucked up on this stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and comfortable. The breakfast was fresh and plentiful. The staff was very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Continental breakfast had a nice variety to choose from. Location is great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First off we had a wonderful time and the hotel was in a really good location to Duval Street. I would gladly stay there again when in area. I would say the only negative would be parking, but once we got our spot we just ubered everywhere and it was very inexpensive for the rides.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent location, quiet neighborhood, walk to the harbor and restaurants and bars nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was excellent. The staff was excellent. Parking is what it is in Key West, you take your chances that you will find a space close by.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
quaint place very friendly staff overall experience was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Savier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel room rlwas way better tjan we thought and it was 2 floors with mini fridge and microwave included. The bed was soft and confy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful. Property is obviously old which is to be expected in Key West. It could use some sprucing up, but overall we really enjoyed our stay. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

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