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Amara Cay Resort

4.0 star property

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Relax in a serene outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs around a central fire pit, surrounded by palm trees and ocean views.
Relax by the ocean at our beachfront bar, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
Enjoy ocean views from the large window, relax on the comfortable sofa, and unwind with a flat-screen TV.
Enjoy a serene beach setting with ocean views, a dock, lounge chairs, and a shaded area.
Enjoy dining al fresco in a shaded outdoor space with a view of the surrounding landscape.

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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80001 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL, 33036
  • Bud n' Mary's Dive Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Florida Keys Brewing Co.
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Theater of the Sea
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premium One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite with Two Queen Beds

  • 625 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Matacumbe Courtyard View 2 Queens Lanai | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Matacumbe Courtyard View 2 Queens Lanai

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Matacumbe Accessible King with Lanai | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Matacumbe Accessible King with Lanai

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Matacumbe Courtyard View King Lanai | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Matacumbe Courtyard View King Lanai

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite Two Queens

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 576 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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One Bedroom Standard View Suite Two Queens | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

One Bedroom Standard View Suite Two Queens

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 576 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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One Bedroom Standard View Suite King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

One Bedroom Standard View Suite King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Accessible Room King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Matacumbe Courtyard View King

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Matacumbe Courtyard View King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room King

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 378 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite Two Queens Lanai

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite Two Queens Lanai

  • 576 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Suite Standard View King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Studio Suite Standard View King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room King Lanai with Queen Sofabed

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room King Lanai with Queen Sofabed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room King Lanai with Queen Sofabed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 378 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room Two Queens Lanai

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room Two Queens Lanai

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Accessible King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 336 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Matacumbe Courtyard View Two Queens | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Matacumbe Courtyard View Two Queens

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 345 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Alligator Reef Partial Oceanview King

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Alligator Reef Partial Oceanview King

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 378 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(73 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Alligator Reef Partial Ocean View 2 Queens

Alligator Reef Partial Ocean View 2 Queens | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Alligator Reef Partial Ocean View 2 Queens

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 345 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)
  • 354 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room Two Queens

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room Two Queens | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room Two Queens

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 345 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Amara Cay Resort

4-star resort in Matecumbe
At Amara Cay Resort, spend the day on the private sand beach where you can enjoy snorkeling. Then return for a meal at one of the resort's 2 restaurants. Housekeeping is available on request.
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. 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. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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.

Step outside to unwind on the sand beach. Summer fun is a breeze at Amara Cay Resort with activities like snorkeling, scuba diving, and kayaking.

Dining is available at one of the resort's 2 restaurants. The property also offers a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the resort's bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. This beach resort also offers an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a garden.

Amara Cay Resort has designated areas for smoking.

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 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.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: High-speed internet

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 4 to 20 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • ReelCatch
  • Tiki Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop 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: 18

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

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 bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Parking
  • Partner property access
  • Shuttle service

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
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this 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. 784 out of 1247 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 1247 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1247 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1247 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1247 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice place in middle keys! I would have liked to check in on time. Took about an extra hour which feels like forever with children.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Karin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Amara Cay

We were down in that area for a wedding. Several/families staying there. Walked in and smelled like must/mold. (According to all families) phone didn’t work, the safe didn’t work, tv didn’t work (after 4 requests fixing it. Not that we watched it a lot…but it’s the point for an expensive “resort”), no hot water in the sink in bathroom to wash hands or face. Offer free coffee in the am but 2 out of 5 days they were out. They were pleasant at the front desk. Tried to get a different room to no avail. And don’t get a 6 oz coke from the squirter outside at the Tiki bar. $5.00 per cup no refills.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany, Pinellas Park

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely breath taking experience. The only thing I would recommend is for the property to have coffe and water available around the clock and for the pool to stay open past sun down.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice lobby and pool area. Great service at bar and restaurant. AC in room was a bit noisy. Lighting in rooms was a little dark and the AC in gym could have been turned lower than 75. Staff was very nice, welcoming and always helpful. It is a beautiful hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff were all so nice. the environment is calm and just wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

gary, Sewell

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was hoping there was abeach to walk on
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAULO

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronald P

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a nice average resort and a fair price for the cost. Absolutely nothing wrong with the resort; from the staff to the service to the room, all good. From a point of comparison, we usually stay at the the Islander Resort and just decided to try someplace else so we stayed at the Amada Cay. Again nothing wrong or bad but we will be returning to the the Islander Resort. For a few dollars more, the rooms are updated, the parking is better, the resort is larger and better laid out, a better gym. We enjoyed the Amada Cay, nothing wrong but prefer and will return to the Islander Resort.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

DAINEYIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pretty property and attentive nice staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shantel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Puppy friendly slice of heavwn

The perfect puppy friendly get away !! I still can’t believe I was able to relax under a huge shaded umbrella and take in the salty air with our dog by our side. This place was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

David Brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is awesome, but the building is older and the rooms are not well maintained. There was evidence of water damage and the bottoms of doors delaminating. The room was a bad experience. We paid for a partial ocean view room and instead had a parking lot view with cars pulled up right outside our window. When I asked the desk about it they were rude and I was never able to talk to a manager. The bed mattresses were completely worn out and the pillows were poor as well. The outside pool and beach areas were awesome. And the surrounding restaurants and things to do were great as well. Overall though I would not recommend this property and have no plans to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay for family activities

Great access to the joint hotels by water taxi with access to all the resort entertainment and outdoor activities. We enjoyed kayaking and the pools every day. Downsides: very slow service at the bars and restaurants mainly because not enough workers. At the bar it was almost like they are doing you a favor serve you, picking and choosing who they want to serve first. The bathrooms have nice lights but toilets were badly maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Destry

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allyson

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is great and has everything you need right in one place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katelin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was friendly and helpful, the rooms large and comfortable. The restaurants on the premises served delicious food and had a varied menu. The only thing was the shower didn’t contain the water and the whole bathroom floor was totally flooded.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An OK stay

Common areas are very nice and ability to use other facilities is a big plus. Some aspects of the rooms need updating and TLC. Cleaning services were poor as we returned to an open room door and room only half cleaned. No explanation from management. A bit disappointed given the high rate we paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025