Amara Cay Resort

4.0 star property
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

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Exterior
3 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Exterior
Matacumbe Courtyard View 2 Queens Lanai | View from room
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
80001 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL, 33036
  • Bud n' Mary's Dive Center
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Indian Key Historic State Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Hurricane Monument
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Suite, Multiple Beds, Oceanfront (2 Queen Bed)

  • 58 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Matacumbe Courtyard View 2 Queens Lanai

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Matacumbe Accessible King with Lanai

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Matacumbe Courtyard View King Lanai

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Oceanfront

  • 54 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, Multiple Beds, View

  • 40 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront

  • 54 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, View

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Accessible Room King Bed

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Matacumbe Courtyard View King

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront

  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Oceanfront

  • 54 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Standard Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, View

  • 23 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Alligator Reef Oceanfront King W_Lanai

  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Oceanfront Two Queen W_Lanai

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Accessible King Room

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Matacumbe Courtyard View Two Queens

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Alligator Reef Partial Oceanview King

  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard King Room

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Alligator Reef Partial Ocean View 2 Queens

  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, View

  • 33 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Oceanfront

  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Islamorada

With a stay at Amara Cay Resort in Islamorada (Matecumbe), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Bud n' Mary's Dive Center and 13 minutes by foot from Indian Key Historic State Park. .This beach resort is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Hurricane Monument and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Florida Keys Brewing Co..

What's nearby

  • Bud n' Mary's Dive Center - 4 min walk
  • Florida Keys Brewing Co. - 2 min drive
  • History of Diving Museum - 5 min drive
  • Theater of the Sea - 7 min drive
  • Anne's Beach - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Robbie's of Islamorada - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lorelei Restaurant & Cabana Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lazy Days Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Islamorada Fish Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Square Grouper - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Amara Cay Resort

Beachside resort with outdoor pool
Amara Cay Resort offers 110 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Islamorada resort provides wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps) for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the resort include a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 110 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Wireless internet access (surcharge) is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Head down to the water and enjoy a day at the private beach, or take advantage of other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. This resort also features wireless internet access (surcharge), gift shops/newsstands, and wedding services. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the complimentary area shuttle that operates within 4.00 mi.
Grab a bite at ReelCatch, one of the resort's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 3 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
ReelCatch - This beachfront restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Tiki Bar - This poolside restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Coastal Cup & Lounge - This bar specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 0 per stay)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 0 per stay)

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • On-site parking includes off-street options
  • Free local area shuttle up to 4.00 mi

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 6:00 AM–11:00 AM: USD 4-20 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges and 1 poolside bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • ReelCatch
  • Tiki Bar
  • Coastal Cup & Lounge

Things to do

  • Bike rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Fitness centre
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • A meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Private beachfront location
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille signage
  • Lift
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Beach towels
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Romance packages available
  • TV in lobby
  • Water dispenser

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down duvet
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bath or shower
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.
  • Resort fee: USD 66.38 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach loungers
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room coffee
  • Partner property access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 4 to 20 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 0 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 21 years old
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Property is also known as

Resort Islamorada
Amara Cay Resort Islamorada
Amara Cay Resort
Amara Cay Islamorada
Amara Cay
Hampton Inn And Suites Islamorada Hotel Islamorada
Hampton Inn Islamorada
Islamorada Hampton Inn
Amara Cay Resort Resort
Amara Cay Resort Islamorada
Amara Cay Resort Resort Islamorada

Amara Cay Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 739 out of 1215 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 287 out of 1215 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 1215 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1215 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1215 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael Britt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love the report
The resort is beautiful with excellent service and great views. Every area of the resort is very clean. We appreciate the shuttle to and from restaurants. The ability to enjoy all three resorts (Amara Cay, La Siesta and Three Waters) is a great bonus. Be sure to take the water taxi with Capt. Michael!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuleidy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Great customer service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daissy, Miami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
i like the property. i didnt like the weather. it was raining on the 1 day we had to celebrate.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gudel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Stefania

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second stay at Amara Cay. We love that the resort is walking distance to a few great restaurants, an iconic tackle and bait shop and that they will shuttle you anywhere. The staff are great, specifically want to name Sarah the manager who was able to quickly address a few hiccups we had with accommodations. The run runner water taxi to the original postcard inn is amazing. specifically Ryan and his captains were FANTASTIC. They helped our girls get to and from the resort safely but also were generous with their time and guidance on fishing tips, etc. They made the water taxi experience above and beyond exceptional. I hope Ryan gets to see this message, it’s well deserved. The only frustrating thing about the resort was the POS system was down all weekend. Which meant the inconvenience of having to constantly carry a wallet or credit card. And if you’re anything like us, we wear primary a bathing suit the entire duration unless going out for dinner. So this meant carrying personal items, ensuring they were safe at our lounge chairs, or while exploring other sister resorts. Not being able to have the convenience of charging the room whenever my 4 kids needed or wanted something. One day of a tech issue is tolerable, 3 days is not. Besides this, we truly LOVE this resort. It’s super well located, maintained, and has everything you could need. My kids roam the property, ride bikes, fish etc and we never worry about their safety (ages 12-15). We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Santiago

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel to stay and enjoy the keys
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amir, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
"Beautiful Location, Disappointing Room View"
We recently stayed at Amara Cay and had a decent experience. The location was beautiful, and the staff was friendly. However, our 'partial ocean view' room didn't quite meet expectations. The direct view from our balcony was of the HVAC units, and to see the ocean, we had to turn sideways and look around the corner. This wasn't the ocean view we anticipated. We brought our concerns to the front desk, but unfortunately, they didn't follow up or offer any accommodations. It felt like our issue was noted but not prioritized. The lack of effort to address our concerns left a sour note on an otherwise pleasant stay. Amara Cay has potential, but attention to customer feedback would elevate their service.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Shuttle service was amazing! Shower and cable were broken as soon as we arrived. Not enough activities in the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

KELLY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the pool. And the staff was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt, Woodbine

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A must stay in Islamorada
The staff at the resort was terrific. Roberto checked us in and was fantastic. We spent a lot of time at the pool and the outdoor staff was super friendly and provided excellent service. The shuttle provided by the resort was readily available and very fun. We will definitely make a return trip to Amara Cay Resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Park

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfull place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Eric

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice resort however it was missing in a few areas. Tiki bar and pool area are very nice however room had some deferred maintenance. Cabinet door was falling off, refrigerator didn't close, TV didn't work during stay. Did not live up to price and star rating. Staff were all extremely friendly however resort seemed understaffed. IE had to wait over an hour for pool towels, front desk unmanned at times.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Mellisa, Mora

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Walls are thin can hear your neighbors like they are in your room. tiki bar and pool were very nice
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024