
Casa Marina Key West
Best for travelers who want a historic, large oceanfront resort with a private beach and full-service spa.
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Casa Marina Key West is a restored 1920s oceanfront resort with a large private beach, two oceanfront pools and a full-service spa — good for families, couples and event groups who want classic hotel scale. Southernmost Beach Resort & Guesthouses is a 4-star Southernmost-area beach resort spread across multiple buildings and guesthouses, aimed at travelers who want easy access to the Southernmost sights and a variety of room types.
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Best for travelers who want a historic, large oceanfront resort with a private beach and full-service spa.

Best for travelers who want a Southernmost-area stay with many room options and resort-style services across guesthouses.
When Casa Marina Key West wins: choose Casa Marina for the largest private beach in Key West, a historic resort atmosphere, two oceanfront pools (including a dedicated adults-only pool), and a full-service spa. It’s the clearer pick for beach-focused families or couples who want classic resort facilities and larger event spaces.
When Southernmost Beach Resort & Guesthouses wins: pick Southernmost Beach Resort if you want to stay right in the Southernmost area near the marker and Butterfly Conservatory, prefer a spread of guesthouses and room styles, or want a recognizable mid-size Key West resort name with standard resort services and an outdoor pool.
Bottom line: Both are 4-star, beach-oriented resorts in Key West’s Old Town area. Casa Marina is the choice for private beachfront, historic character and larger resort amenities; Southernmost Beach Resort is a practical Southernmost-area option with many room types and multiple on-site services.
| Category | Casa Marina Key West | Southernmost Beach Resort & Guesthouses |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Historic oceanfront resort with landmark architecture and large private beach. | Contemporary 4-star Southernmost-area resort spread across guesthouses and resort zones. |
| Location | Oceanfront at 1500 Reynolds Street; under a mile from Duval Street and Hemingway House. | 1319 Duval Street in the Southernmost area, steps from Southernmost marker and nearby attractions. |
| Size | 311 rooms across four floors; extensive event spaces and large private beach. | Large resort footprint with many room types across guesthouses; total room count not published. |
| Ages / audience | All ages welcome; family-friendly with an adults-only pool space. | All ages welcome (not adults-only). |
| Pools | Two refurbished oceanfront pools — one adults-only, one family-friendly; pool cabanas/daybeds available. | Outdoor pool(s) available; poolside service and pool bar listed. |
| Beach / shoreline | Private beach (~1,100 feet) with chaises, umbrellas, cabanas, watersports launch. | Beach access listed as a resort highlight (beach available on property). |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple on-site venues: Dorada (oceanfront Baja‑Med), Flagler's Restaurant (breakfast), The Canary Room cocktail bar, Morrison's Market. | On-site restaurants and a bar are listed; signature restaurant name not published. |
| Spa & wellness | Spa al Maré with massages, facials, beachfront cabana services; large fitness center and fitness classes. | Spa services and a fitness center are listed among amenities. |
| Known for | Historic 1920s resort on Key West’s largest private beach and sizable event/wedding capacity. | Recognizable Southernmost-area resort name, varied room inventory across guesthouses and resort zones. |
| Nearby sights | Higgs Beach, West Martello Tower, Southernmost Point (~15-minute walk), Hemingway House (~20-minute walk). | Southernmost Point, Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory, South Beach and local galleries within short walking distance. |
Casa Marina sits on the ocean at 1500 Reynolds Street with a large private stretch of sand and is under a mile from Duval Street.
Choose Casa Marina for a true oceanfront setting with private beach and easy walking access to Old Town highlights.
Southernmost Beach Resort & Guesthouses is located on Duval Street in Key West’s Southernmost neighborhood, close to the area’s main sights.
Pick Southernmost Beach Resort to stay right in the Southernmost neighborhood with immediate access to the southern attractions.
Casa Marina offers 311 rooms and suites in 22 distinct types after a recent renovation.
Casa Marina gives a wide range of historic‑flavored room options with clear accessibility and pet policies.
Southernmost lists many room types spanning classic rooms, balcony rooms, partial ocean views and multi‑bed suites.
Southernmost offers a broad menu of room configurations across guesthouses and suites to suit different budgets and group sizes.
Casa Marina runs several signature venues including Dorada and The Canary Room plus market-style options.
Casa Marina has multiple named venues covering casual to full-service beachfront dining and a signature cocktail bar.
Southernmost Beach Resort lists restaurants and a bar among its amenities and daytime pool/beach service.
Southernmost offers standard resort dining and bar options, but a flagship restaurant name is not published in the supplier listing.
Casa Marina’s beachfront focus includes two oceanfront pools and an extensive private beach.
Casa Marina is the stronger pick if private beachfront and differentiated pool spaces matter.
Southernmost Beach Resort lists outdoor pool(s) and beach access among its core amenities.
Southernmost provides pool and beach access in a more distributed guesthouse-style layout; details on private-length beach or pool separation are not published.
Casa Marina includes Spa al Maré, a large fitness center and an on‑site cocktail bar.
Casa Marina blends a full spa and fitness offering with a dedicated cocktail bar for evenings.
Southernmost lists a spa and fitness center among its amenities and notes day-to-day on-site entertainment options.
Southernmost covers basic spa and fitness needs and has on-site bars for casual evening plans.

Casa Marina — the resort’s roughly 1,100 feet of private beach and beachfront dining make it the clear choice for beach-first stays.

Southernmost Beach Resort — located on Duval Street near the Southernmost Point and Butterfly Conservatory for immediate access to those attractions.

Casa Marina — large indoor and outdoor event spaces and multiple ballrooms for weddings and conferences.

Southernmost Beach Resort — extensive list of room types across guesthouses, including multi-bedroom Residence options and adults-only room choices.
Casa Marina is more family-friendly on balance with a family pool, watersports from the private beach and a range of family-style rooms; Southernmost is also family-friendly but emphasizes a spread of guesthouses in the Southernmost neighborhood.
Yes — Casa Marina has Spa al Maré with beachfront cabana services and a full treatment menu; Southernmost lists spa and massage services among its amenities as well.
Southernmost Beach Resort is located in the Southernmost area on Duval Street and is closer to the Southernmost Point; Casa Marina is about a 15–20 minute walk to the marker.
Yes — both welcome guests of all ages; Casa Marina also maintains an adults-only pool area for quieter swimming.
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