The hype
Travelers love the 'secret garden' vibe and the three pools, but often complain about the small size of the 'Annex' rooms.
Winslow's Bungalows - Key West Historic Inns
$180-280/ noc
Zarezerwuj to, jeśli You want the lush, multi-pool 'resort' feel without the mega-hotel crowd, right in the heart of Old Town.
Dlaczego ludzie to uwielbiają
- Three separate heated pools mean you can always find a quiet spot
- Historic Conch architecture with winding garden paths feels authentically Key West
- Walkable to Duval Street (5 mins) but just far enough to escape the chaos
Szybki przegląd: A charming, leafy compound that feels like a tropical hideaway until the roosters or Truman Avenue traffic wake you up.
Przejrzane przez @jcastrotravels: I found the perfect hideaway in Key West. The gardens at Winslow's are lush and private—I spent hours in that hammock just listening to the breeze. The room was surprisingly modern for a historic inn. It felt like my own secret bungalow.
Goście, którzy tutaj przebywali, powiedzieli
Reality check
The 'complimentary' breakfast is a bit basic (bagels, hard-boiled eggs, fruit) for the price point, and the resort fee rubs many the wrong way.
- You love the idea of pool-hopping within your own hotel
- You appreciate historic charm over modern, cookie-cutter luxury
- You want to be walking distance to everything but sleep in a garden setting
Czystość i Konserwacja
8.5
- Housekeeping: Daily service is reliable. Most guests find rooms spotless upon arrival.
- Bathroom hygiene: Generally good, though some historic bathrooms have older grout that can look worn even when clean.
- Maintenance: Solid, but expect the occasional peeling paint or creaky floorboard typical of 19th-century wood buildings.
- Linens & towels: Fresh and crisp, though a few reviews mention occasional stains or wear.
- Odors & scents: Mostly fresh garden air, but isolated complaints of mustiness or strong cleaning chemical smells in some rooms.
Sleepability™
7.5CICHO
0-4GŁOŚNO
4-7.5UMIARKOWANIE
7.5-10CICHO
- Traffic and sirens on Truman Avenue
- Roosters crowing at dawn (unavoidable in Key West)
- Thin walls in historic structures
Zanim zarezerwujesz
Warto wiedzieć
- The three pools have different vibes: one is lively with a bar, one is for 'tranquility'
- Happy hour at the Bungalow Bar is a guest favorite but drinks are pricey
- Housekeeping is daily, which is a nice return to pre-pandemic standards
Co spakować
- Earplugs (essential for the roosters)
- Bug spray (lush gardens = mosquitoes)
- Reef-safe sunscreen for your boat trips
Room Genie
Najlepsze wybory
- Premier King with Patio – worth the upgrade for private outdoor space
- Garden-facing rooms in the back of the property for maximum quiet
Pokoje do uniknięcia
- Room 57 (and other Truman Ave-facing rooms) due to significant traffic noise
- The 'Annex' rooms – reviewers consistently cite them as tiny and disappointing
Room Request Genie – skopiuj i wklej
“I am a light sleeper and would love to request a room as far back from Truman Avenue as possible, ideally on the second floor to minimize foot traffic noise. Please avoid the Annex building if at all possible.”
FAQ i ukryte porady
Wszystko, co naprawdę chcesz wiedzieć, zanim zarezerwujesz.
Is there parking?
Yes, but it's limited, first-come first-served, and costs ~$30/night. Street parking is a nightmare, so pay it if you can get it.
Is breakfast included?
Yes, a continental spread (fruit, yogurt, pastries, boiled eggs) is included in the resort fee. It's decent but not a hot buffet.
How far is Duval Street?
About a 5-10 minute walk. You are close to the action but not sleeping inside a nightclub.
Are the pools heated?
Yes, all three pools are heated, which is a huge plus during the occasional chilly winter snap.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, very. They welcome dogs for a fee (~$50/night) and even have a 'Dogs and People' food cart occasionally.
Is there an elevator?
No. These are historic buildings. If you have mobility issues, request a ground-floor room immediately upon booking.
Porady dla wtajemniczonych
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Skip the hotel breakfast one day and walk to Moondog Cafe nearby for a much better meal.
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The 'Tranquility Pool' is often empty while everyone crowds the main bar pool—go there for actual reading time.
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Ask for a 'Key West Cooler' at the bar; it's a signature drink not always on the main menu.
5 rzeczy, które warto wiedzieć przed wyjazdem
💡The 'Resort Fee' covers things that should be free, like the in-room safe and housekeeping.
💡The 'Annex' rooms are often sold as standard rooms but feel like a downgrade—check your booking confirmation carefully.
💡The roosters don't care about your hangover. They will scream at 5 AM.
💡Wi-Fi can be spotty in the corners of the property due to the thick historic walls and spread-out layout.
💡You might smell a 'musty' historic odor in some ground-floor rooms after heavy rain—it's the tropics.
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