Coconut Palm Inn

Me and my husband stayed here for two nights! I must tell this place had awesome view! Pier, sand, tress and serenity! Just loved it! They offer breakfast which actually is not that great — they give some cereals, orange juice and breads! But I don’t mind going out and eating for just nice view!

Adorable place! My husband has allergies and hates smaller, non chain hotels (coconut palm has 19 rooms) due to this (usually issues with AC and mold), so he had doubts. But when we arrived the room was clean, fresh, and pretty well updated with no allergen issues (AC was in tip top shape, no humidity in the room). We stayed in one of the individual rooms in the main building, first floor for two nights — only complaints are that its small so you trip on your luggage and partner, and the door in/​out is clear and to walkway so you have to keep the curtain closed for privacy. You also only have one nightstand and limited surface space. Did the trick though. Mini fridge and microwave are very helpful. We decided to stay another night and upgraded to the suite on the second floor, which had a gorgeous deck with view of the bay. Now that is a comfortable stay — highly recommend if you can afford for your whole stay. The pool was beautiful and spotless, and they rent kayaks, paddle boards and fishing rods for free until 9pm (they have a fishing pier). Kayaked one evening and saw dolphins nearby. Wine passed around daily at sunset outside on the beach and hammocks is a lovely touch. Continental breakfast is fine with breads, pastries, cereal oatmeal and yogurt — don’t expect meat or hot food. They do have toasters and fresh coffee though, and it’s beautiful to eat outside next to the water. Staff is extremely helpful and friendly. Would absolutely return! Thanks for a great stay!

What an amazing weekend. I was hired to shoot a wedding here and spent two nights in this amazing Inn. The rooms were all impeccable! Kayaks, paddle boards, hammocks, docks, a quaint garden, bicycles… you can’t be bored here! I can’t wait to come back here to play vs work. Highly recommended for special events! The wedding couldn’t have been more perfect!

Outstanding little inn– we were pleasantly surprised. we had a lovely 4 night stay. Very friendly innkeepers and the groundskeeper and other staff work all day like dogs keeping this property well maintained-​hats off to them. Everything was very clean– nice touches like sunset wine, welcome rum punch and evening s’mores made this place special. We will definitely be back soon!!! Only complaints– not enough hooks in the bathroom for hanging towels and clothes– a shelf or something for setting toiletries would be helpful around the sink area. The bedroom would also be better with some hooks to hang a purse or small bag. Also– the bed seemed a little old but we still slept fine.

Serene and intimate place to stay with amazing views, impeccable grounds, and friendly staff specially Dee Dee and Tracey! We will return!

My wife and I recently stayed at this hidden gem this past weekend for the Vaznonis wedding and I must say our experience at the Coconut was phenomenal. The staff exceeded the call of duty and was so friendly and accommodating. The views are picturesque and made the sunset wedding a night that we all will remember. If you want a low key affordable stay than look no further. From the free kayaks to the always available bikes and grills and hammocks this BB will be hard to leave. The pool is heated and the property is so clean. You can literally sit on a lounge chair at the end of a pier and get lost in thought overlooking water for hours. If you stay here some good places to eat are MEAT taproom, Wahoos, and Island Grill all within 10 miles. A cool place to check out for local brews is Islamorada Brewing Company. Thank you Coconut Palm Inn for a weekend that we will never forget!

This place is a hidden treasure. Next time I’ll skip Key West and spend my time relaxing on the hammocks by the water. The people working there were pleasant and very personable. The rooms were cozy and the outdoor setup was extremely relaxing.

We live in the lower keys and we needed a place to stay for one night. We booked our room and were so pleasantly surprised at this adorable little resort. It wAs very clean, quiet and had a beautiful view. We even loved the fact there was no telephone in the room. It had a wonderful screened in porch overlooking the pool and ocean. Truly a fun little hideaway. We’ll go back often!

This amazing hide away is truly paradise! The property provides everything you could desire with spectacular views. We stayed at the beginning of May 2014 and will definitely return. Kayaks, bicycles and a heated pool are available. We had a corner upstairs king with a queen sofa bed. You could see the bay and sunsets even from the shower window. The staff made great dining suggestions. We got our meals to go since we had a great spot to enjoy and unwind. Don’t forget to spend some time in the hammocks under the palms. Ahhhhh… As for the quality of the wifi we were there to escape. We didn’t use much other than our phones to search Unilocal and TripAdvisor to locate points of interest and more wine.

Some of these reviews puzzle me. The Coconut Palm is not a luxury hotel, nor is it a business-​class hotel. It bills itself as a «beachfront hideaway» and on that point, it delivers. Yes, the wi-​fi (while free) was quite slow on my laptop, but I wasn’t there to work. If people are planning a working vacation, then I would suggest going to one of the larger chain hotels in Key Largo. These places are better suited to serve business travelers. The Coconut Palm is equipped to help you relax — and it does that well. As for the price, I looked at other accommodations around Key Largo and Coconut Palm seemed no different, price-​wise, than what else was out there. The Keys are a popular vacation spot, and naturally prices reflect that.
The Keys are technically islands, and if you’ve traveled around islands much, you’ll know that resources often come at a premium. Don’t expect the same amenities in Key West as you might get from Miami or Sarasota, in other words. The Coconut Palm does not bill itself as a B&B either, so don’t expect a sumptuous hot breakfast. (There IS breakfast, and while it is attractively arranged outside, it is basically an array of store-​brought breads, oatmeal, fruit, coffee and tea.) There are kitchens, though, if you’d like to do some cooking for yourself. We only stayed one night and this was not something I took advantage of… but, after reading one particular review, I looked at the cookware offered and it seemed to be in good condition.
OK, with all that out of the way, I give the Coconut Palm a solid four stars — the great location keeps it from being three stars, otherwise. Our unit was clean but there were some small things that kept us from getting a great night of sleep. #1, I agree that the mattresses are too soft, likely from age. #2, we both woke up at different times to the sound of faint drumming. I realized that this was the plumbing, and each time someone in the building flushed the toilet, this faint drumming sound would last for a few minutes… and then stop. I used ear plugs and that helped a bit.
If we’d stayed longer, it might have become an issue, but for the one day/​night we were there, the Coconut Palm was great. We spent all day on the grounds, using the pool, reading in the hammock and then sitting on the dock to watch the sun set. There are kayaks and paddleboards for guests to use. As for the boat ramp, I saw no more than two boats use it during my time there — it wasn’t a noise nuisance. There are weddings on the grounds and I can see why — it’s a lovely spot. As for the comment about it being in a residential neighborhood, I’m not sure why that’s a bad thing. There isn’t a restaurant I saw within walking distance, but there are places that do take-​out and delivery. We picked up a pizza (Upper Crust Pizza, really good) and ate it on our patio.
I was a bit disappointed that the Coconut Palm’s waterfront doesn’t have a great swimming beach, but that could be said for the Keys in general. It was definitely relaxing, though. We didn’t need to consult with the front office much, but found the employees helpful and friendly. Bottom line: if you want an easy-​going, relaxing vibe, I give the Coconut Palm two big thumbs up. If you go, please don’t knock the CP for being something it’s not trying to be in the first place. There are other hotels in the Key Largo area and this small hideaway may not be the place for everyone.

The property exceeded my expectations even after I saw how good it looked online. We felt like we were on a private island. So peaceful, secluded, and relaxing. The staff, especially Deedee, were awesome as well. There are also free kayaks, paddle boards, and bikes which we used both days. I would definitely recommend this place.
The only thing one should know is the rooms are pretty small, not that we spent hardly any time indoors (and you won’t want too either).

Searching for a same-​week reservation in the Keys proved to be a costly venture. Even the least favorable of inns showed rates exceeding $ 250/​night. It took a bit of research, but I stumbled upon an article via Travel + Leisure that pointed to the best beach hideaways. Among the top, Coconut Palm Inn landed a mention.
Located in Tavernier, it’s only about 1 hr and 20 min from Miami. Far enough to feel removed, but close enough to catch the sunset if you leave town after work. We got one of the standard rooms at the top of the ramp and found the amenities to be quaint and perfect. A queen size bed, a petite kitchenette, and a nice sized shower. Since it’s on the bay side, you’ll get great sunset views. Unrivaled. It’s right on the water, but you won’t likely want to swim in it. Paddleboards and kayaks are available though (free to use), so those can get you out past the anchored boats and marina. If you happen to have a boat, there’s also a small pier to dock at.
The pool was nice, although petite, and the hammocks were a perfect touch to the island getaway. Staying at the Coconut Palm Inn means endless relaxing and if you’re looking to fish, Islamorada is only 15 minutes down the road. For the price, we really enjoyed our stay and found the staff to be incredibly sweet and welcoming. It’s a spot I’d certainly visit again.

I recently got married at the Coconut Palm Inn and part of me hesistates to write this because I don’t want to let everyone in on the secret wonderousness of the Coconut Palm! haha! This place is amazing! It is so relaxing a peaceful. The hotel itself has beautiful rooms with classy decorations. You can even dock a boat there!
The staff (Kathy, Dee and Zee) are so sweet and thoughtful. They were so easy to work with (and with wedding planning, I hear that’s not always the case?) The groundskeepers are busy little bees during the day and that’s probably why everything looks so darn perfect there :) They really pay attention to detail and keep everything nice and clean.
I was proud to bring my family and friends to such a great property and yes, everyone is still raving about how awesome the place is :)
I am counting the days till I can visit again!!!

Now I have stayed here about 10 times already starting with my family way back. The staff is great and the regular rooms are great but I will say that their suite is awesome with a nice balcony.
It’s not far from my favorite restaurant Lazy Days (Dinner) and Mangrove Mikes (Breakfast and lunch)
I recommend checking them out and staying here if your looking for an easy relaxing time.

So when a buddy of mine told me that his wedding was being held at a hotel in the Keys, I was pretty psyched, and when I actually saw the hotel that both he and his now beautiful wife had chosen, I was totally blown away.
If I had to describe the Coconut Palm Inn to the layman, I’d conjure images of that one summer the geeks from «Saved by the Bell» were all miraculously hired by the insufferable Leon Carosi. Only, obviously, without the über annoying boss and the exponentially-​less curvacious Leah Remini. (Funny how the amount of makeup she wore never changed with age.)
This place is totally picturesque. The rooms are slightly swanky while still holding on to the whole Keys feel that is exclusive to those other-​worldly little islands down South. I mean, if you haven’t been to the Keys, I can’t really explain it. It’s just another culture. Another life. And this life is perfectly captured at the Coconut Palm Inn by — as I mentioned — the simple (though lavish) rooms and their screened in patios (first floor only), by the proximity of the water (literally steps away), by the pier jutting a good way out into the blue (a perfect spot to sit with a cooler and just waste away under the sun), the hammocks strung up between two tall palm trees, and so on, and so on, and so on…
The staff offers a complimentary continental breakfast, but you have the option to pay a little extra for something more substantial if you so choose. And while we’re on the subject of freebies, the hotel has a supply of canoes and the like for your enjoyment. With a small island in the distance and the azure ocean roving this way and that, it’s a good way to spend a few minutes or a few hours.
As a wedding location, it was absolutely perfect. I mean, it really can’t get any better than getting married on the sand (they have an area raked smooth for this, so don’t assume that you’ll be sinking with each step) with the sun setting over the water in the background. If you’re into this sort of stuff (I personally don’t see the point in marriage, but that’s another conversation), then I can tell you that you probably won’t find a more appropriate and fitting spot for your nuptials.
The Coconut Palm Inn doesn’t come cheap, but then again, quality rarely ever does. That’s the world we live in. There’s a reason why a BMW 3-​series is more expensive than a Mazda 3. (No offense to any Mazda owners out there. Just stating facts.) If you’re looking for a vacation/​wedding spot that offers quality service, rooms, and the typical Keys experience, then you need not look further.

In short-​we were eagerly awaiting our Florida Key’s vacation. Then we were eagerly waiting to end our Florida Key’s vacation.
We arrived after a call telling us that our room we were sharing with our friends had a leak and we would be moved to two rooms instead. This was a nice gesture by management. Our friends checked in later and their room had a really saggy, old mattress. They did switch this over to a new one upon request. Also great customer service. We did enjoy the paddle boards and kayaks when the weather was good enough to use them. However, this is where my positives of this place end.
What you can’t see from the photos is that this place is in a residential neighborhood. It’s «interesting» at best. I heard the neighbors dog barking constantly across the street. People are also constantly in and out of the boat slip that is connected to the property. Not very relaxing noises.
When we checked in we had room #11, and our friends had #12. #11 is very dark. It had a musty/​damp smell. I didn’t find everything as clean as other reviewers mentioned. Maybe I just have high standards. But dust hanging from the popcorn ceilings isn’t «clean» to me. The tile is also dirty looking. Their were large chips missing from the walls in our friend’s room. In room #11, the bathroom was so dark. No light in the shower or window. Felt like showering in a cave.
We intended to do lots of our own cooking on this trip and when we examined the cooking implements, every single non-​stick pan was chipped, scratched or otherwise beat to heck. Their also was no cutting board of any kind to use. This really irks me since a dollar store cutting board would do the trick-​I am sure they could afford this upgrade for the very few rooms that have full kitchens. I think most everyone knows cooking on scratched, peeling, dented non-​stick cookware is not safe. You shouldn’t be eating flakes of teflon in your food. We had to ask for new pots and pans and were given a few that were marginally better than the original ones in our room.
It rained for most of our stay and we found two roaches in our friends room. The owner said this always happens when it rains and that they come up through the drains but still, it’s just gross. They were not small, tiny roaches either.
The breakfast was not good. Muffins, pastries (not the good kind-​the crappy, junky kind you get out of a box) and instant oatmeal. It went out at 8 and was always promptly removed at 10. At least leave out the coffee, etc till 11:30 for guests to enjoy.
Our room being next to the office was really loud when they would start their day around 7:30 a.m. every morning, not to mention how loud the rooms are in general. We could hear every footstep above us. So annoying and not relaxing in any sense of the imagination to hear people stomping above you at all hours of the day or night.
On the second to last day of our trip, we were trying to relax on our veranda and found it near impossible as their was a constant flow of workers talking and roaming about in front of our room. The owner and manager even dragged some chairs onto our porch and started re-​arranging the furniture. It was really rude in my opinion.
We needed to keep up with work while on this trip and the WiFi was also a joke. It never stayed on long enough for us to get our work done. It was always in and out. The cable t.v. also went out a few times during our 5 day trip.
The pool was tiny and the «beach» also incredibly small. We should have known this from the reviews.
Bottom line-​I would be happy enough for a night here, but don’t expect to come here for 5 days and relax. It’s just to small and not accommodating for this. There is also not a ton to do in Key Largo. We were all puzzled as to why people rate this place so glowingly. Really surprized. Def. not a «little slice of paradise» for us.

So I’m a little biased due to my experience. The staff is beyond cool! The place is laid back and probably just what you need to relax. We checked in at around 8pm, and our instructions were on the office door as promised.
Dropped off luggage and went to eat. Came back to realize our neighbors in the next room had two happy ass dogs. Yes, this place us diggity dog friendly. So am I, just not yappy ones at 11pm. So I hit the wall to notify them of my displeasure, and that was that.
Next morning, after eating a quaint continental breakfast (very continental) I went in to finish my registration. The manager on duty was super nice. I mentioned the yappy dogs and she was mortified. I will take care of this she said. Ok…
I went back to the room and 20 minutes later, the manager is at the door. I open and she says «Wanna free upgrade to the Honeymoon Suite?» KA-​CHING!!! The suite rocks! Second floor, balcony overlooking the ocean, jet tub, sitting area… Sexy times await!
So, five stars cuz they know how to do business. Kept me super happy and the spot is a hide away from the 50’s that’s completely updated. Stay, enjoy, and if you get yappy neighbor dogs, you may get hooked up!
BTW, the standard room was small but sufficient. You come to the keys to be out, not measure your room, right? I hit the best of both worlds! Thanks Coconut Palm Inn! I’m yours forever!

Try and get the rooms on the second floor. They have great balcony views and are poshest rooms. The row of rooms on the first floor have great screened in patios. The décor & furniture appears nicely updated with a Keys tropical classy motif.

I had a great stay at this place.
My husband and I stayed here a few months ago. It is a small Inn (as are almost all Keys hotels) that gave us privacy and relaxation. We upgraded to the larger suite. We loved our suite. I understand the point of view from the previous review that it is not a luxury resort by other city standards. By other city standards, you might call it a «quaint inn». Compared to your typical Keys hotels, it’s probably fair to call it a luxury hotel because it is both spacious and clean and has awesome views. I love the Florida Keys, but I wouldn’t stay at the majority of the hotels that we passed by. I would definitely come back here.
We didn’t use the pool because it was cold that weekend. It was close to a bird sanctuary which we checked out one day, and also to a boat rental company which we also tried. A couple of authentic Keys restaurants were nearby. This hotel was serene and the service was great. We also took advantage of the outdoor grill and used it to grill fresh fish from the market.
My favorite part– being greeted by the adorable little white dog when we checked in!

This is a tricky review for me to write. The Inn gets 5 stars for the quality of the people who run the place, their interest in good service, and their overall helpfulness. But the Inn’s website describes the place as one of the Keys’ «most unique luxury beachfront hideaways.» I’m sorry, but despite the rave reviews written on many sites, there is no way in the world that this can be considered a «luxury» resort. And at $ 399/​night for the 2-​room «suite» with the kitchen during the high season, it’s vastly overpriced. The unit I was in gets one star (the bathroom gets 0 stars). The setting and outside area get 3.5 stars.
Here is what I found in my 2-​bedroom unit. The kitchen area is simple and useful, with a small refrigerator, stove, and sink. Dishes, cutlery, and a few coffee filters are provided. Nothing else — not even salt and pepper. If you do intend to make simple hot breakfasts, you’ll have to provide everything (most places I’ve stayed @ with kitchens offer a few basics including some spices).
The Inn looks its age in the rooms, which are tiled for easy cleaning. There is one bedside light, which isn’t very bright, so if you both are sharing a bed and both want to read, be sure to bring an extra reading light. The bathroom was especially need in of renovation — last one may have been 20 to 30 years ago. Grout has darkened a lot, with blackening of tiles in the corner. There’s no caddy or any place to hang shampoo. A tiny window provides ventilation. Lighting is fluorescent. No hooks in the bathroom, so your clothes have to be piled onto the floor or onto towel racks. Black mold (?) shows underneath the toilet rim (not someplace I normally look, but it was visible each time I opened the bathroom door due to the small bathroom size and angle of the toilet).
In the living room, the «couch» is actually another bed, so you can’t really sit comfortably on it without adding lots of pillows from the bedrooms. All in all, I viewed the interior rooms as ones I’d expect to find in a budget type motel in most parts of the country — not by any stretch of the imagination a «luxury resort» room. Had I been told that was the case, I’d have been less disappointed. The noise level from the highway is fine — it’s a quiet place. Thin walls and floors mean that if you have loud upstairs «friends» you’ll hear every movement.
The Keys don’t have the long stretches of beaches found in the Carolinas, or along the west Coast. At the CPI, a small stretch of sand reaches down to the bay, and provides nice seating for watching the boats or the sunset. The Inn provides a paddle boat and kayaks. Small BBQ grills can toast marshmallows and hot dogs. Continental breakfast in the «tiki» hut consists of a variety of muffins, apples, juice and coffee.
On our second day we ended up in Duck Key where we found the Hawk Cay resort. Based on the setting and the lobby areas, that place can call itself a «luxury resort.» The Coconut Palm Inn would be better described as a small older hotel on the bay, with vintage lighting fixtures and bathrooms begging for an update.