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Blue Marlin Motel

2.5 of 5
1320 Simonton St., Key West, FL 33040
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Ranked #55 of 101 Key West B&B and Inns
4.0 of 5 stars 255 Reviews
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What travellers say about this B&B/inn
  • Very clean(7)
  • Duval street(6)
  • Continental breakfast(6)
  • Great Place(4)
  • Friendly and helpful(3)
  • Quiet end(3)
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HappyGran1
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
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31 reviews
12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

Great location close to famous Duvall Street and the South Beach. Free limited parking. If you get a spot don't move your car, just walk or ride the Old Town Trolley which you can catch about a block away. There is lots to see and do, and great places to eat, within walking distance. Convenient, clean laundry facilities. The recently... More

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David_PRG85
Prague, Czech Republic
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39 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

I was rather surprised that this hotel was offered as the cheapest on Key West. The room was very clean, in a good shape. The motel seems to be built in 50s-60s, yet it is in a very good shape. The location is perfect - Duval Street and Southernmost point are just around the corner. Great value for money. More

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FilRon
New York City, New York
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5 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

located in a convenient location close to old town and all sites, yet quiet. Our room was spacious and clean. Breakfast a bit skimpy but adequate. Personnel very helpful. We would definately stay here again! More

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TaylorMN
Alexandria, Minnesota
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3 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012

Great location, very clean, great price, close to Duval St, close to beach, nice pool. Marcus, the guy at the front desk very friendly, and helpful. Wouldn't stay anywhere else! More

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Riverliver
Cleveland, Ohio
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27 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Our room was spacious, airy and light. The decor just seemed perfect for Key West. It was clean and had all the amenities. The motel is close to the ocean in one direction and within walking distance to all the action on Duval Street. The laundry station is clean and well lit. I used it twice on our stay and... More

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TinaMalmoSweden
Malmo Sweden
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13 reviews
7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Stayed for 2 nights in January, probably the coldest 2 in Key West this year. Room was basic but clean. Breakfast incl. Served in reception, very basic and had to be taken to room. Nice clean pool w sunbeds. At 210 per night plus taxes this was not a bargain. 13 blocks from the citycenter, but just a short walk... More

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Maltinmehipflask
Edinburgh
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7 reviews
7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

I was looking for something special in Key West and the Blue Marlin delivered - it's not a cutesy gingerbread B&B (where half the rooms are furnished with IKEA wicker anyway) but as far as I'm concerned, it's just as valid a slice of American history. It's possibly the best located motel with free onsite parking which is great as... More

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tamiam71
Illinois
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11 reviews
18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

Great location...one block off Duval Street. Nice pool, even though many say its horrible since its in the middle of parking lot, but that makes it all the more interesting to people watch! Front desk people were extremely nice and had a nice complimentary breakfast in the morning. Nothing to do at the hotel in the evening, but you're in... More

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FredofVirginia
Franklin, Virginia
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I have stayed here several times. It is a clean motel, they have a place to do your laundry, the maids are very nice and helpful, rooms are very clean, the pool is in the center of the of the lot so it can be seen from any room, it is within walking distance of many attractions, drug store, outside... More

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Snowbird2Fla
Winter Haven, Florida
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9 reviews
4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2011

Were here for the 2nd time. Like the clean, large room. But would like a better breakfast ~ please :-) More

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