Hawks Cay Resort Rating: Pearls
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Pros
- An 85-slip marina that can accommodate boats up to 110 feet in length
- Family-friendly: kids' club, playground, pirate ship pool, dolphin experience, basketball court, and teen lounge
- Attractive rooms with large flat-screen TVs (villas have fully-equipped kitchens and washer/dryers)
- 5 pools, 7,000-square-foot spa, and an updated fitness center (all cardio machines have personal TVs)
- Various dining options include 3 restaurants, a small grocery store, and room service
- Free Wi-Fi and free parking
Cons
- The beach is small and is actually a saltwater lagoon
- Resort fee
Bottom Line
Hawks Cay Resort has the feel of a small village, due to its massive size and many amenities -- the property even has its own 85-slip marina. Many guests arrive by boat, as the resort is located on Duck Key, a secluded spot far from Key West's main airport. The property largely attracts families looking for a quiet vacation, thanks in part to family-friendly features such as a dolphin experience, kids' club, and multi-bedroom villas. Plus, the beach has calm waters, though some guests may be disappointed by its small size. There is not much to do outside the resort, however, due to the remote location.
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Massive resort packed with tasteful rooms and family-friendly amenities
Fire Pit and Seating at the Tranquility Pool
The sprawling grounds of the Hawks Cay Resort house 177 guest rooms, 225 villas, and amenities that range from a dolphin experience to an 85-slip marina.
The resort features attractive, neutral-toned rooms with dark wood furnishings, tasteful beachy accents, and modern updates such as large flat-screen TVs. The villas are a solid option for families, as they feature multiple bedrooms, fully-equipped kitchens, and washer/dryers.
The resort is a good pick overall for families, as it offers amenities for youth of all ages -- from a kids' club to a teen lounge. Other family-friendly features include a basketball court, playground, and a pool with a pirate ship that has its own water slide. Also, the beach is tranquil, although some guests might be disappointed that it is actually on a small, saltwater lagoon.
Hawks Cay's location on secluded Duck Key is ideal for a quiet family vacation, but there is not much to do in the immediate surroundings outside the resort. Those visitors in search of nightlife should check out hotels in Key West instead.
Location
On tiny Duck Key, a short drive from the Marathon airport (but far from the larger Key West airport)
Hawks Cay Resort takes up a sizable portion of the 60-acre Duck Key. With numerous villas, restaurants, and a grocery store, it is a small village of its own. There is not much to do outside of the resort -- but with a marina, a dolphin experience, and a beach with plenty of water sports the hotel has plenty to keep guests busy.
This location is for those visitors looking for a secluded spot -- Duck Key is not only tiny, but also far from other destinations in the Keys. Though the tiny Marathon airport is just a short drive away, the Key West airport is more than an hour away and Key Largo is nearly an hour away. However, many of Hawks Cay's visitors arrive by boat and dock at the resort's marina.
- 15-minute drive from the Florida Keys Marathon Airport
- 1-hour and 18-minute drive from Key West International Airport
- On the beach
- 52-minute drive to Key Largo
- 2-hour drive to Miami
Bottom Line
Hawks Cay Resort has the feel of a small village, due to its massive size and many amenities -- the property even has its own 85-slip marina. Many guests arrive by boat, as the resort is located on Duck Key, a secluded spot far from Key West's main airport. The property largely attracts families looking for a quiet vacation, thanks in part to family-friendly features such as a dolphin experience, kids' club, and multi-bedroom villas. Plus, the beach has calm waters, though some guests may be disappointed by its small size. There is not much to do outside the resort, however, due to the remote location.
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Address
- 61 Hawks Cay Blvd Duck Key, FL 33050 United States of America
Room Types
- Harbor Three Bedroom, Two and One-Half Bath Villa
- Harbor Two Bedroom, Two Bath Villa
- Harbor Two Bedroom, Two and One-Half Bath Villa
- Island View Guestroom
- Marina Single-Level Two Bedroom, Two Bath Villa
- Marina Two Bedroom, One and One-Half Bath Villa
- Marina Two Bedroom, Two Bath Villa
- Premium King Guestroom
- Premium Lanai Guestroom
- Presidential Suite
- Sanctuary Three Bedroom, Two and One-Half Bath Villa
- Sanctuary Two Bedroom, Two Bath Villa
- Standard Guestroom
- Sunset Two Bedroom, One and One-Half Bath Villa
- Sunset Two Bedroom, Two Bath Villa
- Water View Guestroom
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Hotel Features
| Number of Rooms: | 292 |
| Pool: | Yes |
| Fitness Center: | Yes |
| Spa: | Yes |
| Internet Access: | Yes |
| Pets Allowed: | No |
| Cribs: | Yes |
| Kids Club: | No |
| Jacuzzi (in room): | Some |
| Casino: | No |
Hotel Information
| Location: | Duck Key, Florida Keys |
| Address: | 61 Hawks Cay Blvd Duck Key, FL 33050 United States of America (See Map) |
