Amara Cay Resort

4.0 star property

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Exterior
3 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Alligator Reef Oceanfront Accessible Room King Bed | View from room
3 bars/lounges, poolside bar
One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite King

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

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

Premium One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite with Two Queen Beds

  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Matacumbe Courtyard View 2 Queens Lanai

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

Matacumbe Accessible King with Lanai

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Matacumbe Courtyard View King Lanai

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

One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite Two Queens

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

One Bedroom Standard View Suite Two Queens

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

One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

One Bedroom Standard View Suite King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Accessible Room King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Matacumbe Courtyard View King

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

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room King

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

One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite Two Queens Lanai

  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite Standard View King

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

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room King Lanai with Queen Sofabed

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

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room Two Queens Lanai

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Accessible King Room

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

Matacumbe Courtyard View Two Queens

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Alligator Reef Partial Oceanview King

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

Standard King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(76 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Alligator Reef Partial Ocean View 2 Queens

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Alligator Reef Oceanfront Room Two Queens

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

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About the area

Islamorada

With a stay at Amara Cay Resort in Islamorada (Matecumbe), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Bud n' Mary's Dive Center and a 2-minute drive from Florida Keys Brewing Co.. .This beach resort is 4.8 mi (7.6 km) from Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park and 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from Anne's Beach.

What's nearby

  • Bud n' Mary's Dive Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Florida Keys Brewing Co. - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Robbie’s of Islamorada - 4 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Theater of the Sea - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Anne's Beach - 11 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lazy Days Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Islamorada Fish Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lorelei Restaurant & Cabana Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Square Grouper - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Papa Joe’s Waterfront - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Amara Cay Resort

On private beach with outdoor pool, near Bud n' Mary's Dive Center
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 daily.

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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 110 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Head down to the water and enjoy a day at the private beach, or take advantage of other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. This resort also features wedding services, a television in a common area, and a banquet hall.
Grab a bite at ReelCatch, one of the resort's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 3 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.
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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: High-speed internet

Parking and transport

  • 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
  • Snorkelling
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • 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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • 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 cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

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. 788 out of 1250 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 1250 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 1250 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1250 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1250 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

6/10 Okay

Ethan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Not the best…
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan W

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
5 start
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandeep

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amara Cay Resort is truly a slice of paradise! Our stay was absolutely perfect — from the moment we checked in, we were greeted by friendly, helpful staff who made us feel right at home. We stayed in an oceanfront hotel room, and the views were nothing short of breathtaking. Waking up to the sound of the waves and watching the sunrise from our balcony was a highlight of the trip. Huge thanks to the entire team at Amara Cay for creating such a memorable experience. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAREL, Miami

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible experience, everything was wonderful, both rooms, staff, quality of food and drinks, a 10 out of 10, thanks to everyone
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

YENNIFER

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Celesta Macy

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany, Rockledge

Beautiful property! Would stay again and would recommend. The only thing I would say is if you are going to go to the tiki bar by the pool, they move as slow as the iguanas in winter time. I thought making eye
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is beautiful but the customer service is much better, their employees are incredible
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Anthony

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best experiences we have had in the keys!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yarelin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is absolutely beautiful! Room was spotlessly clean, the staff is friendly and helpful and they go to extreme lenghts to make sure guests have everything they want and need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amara Cay is a good place to stay, but beware of hidden fees.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Destiny

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing!! Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Dock – Beach – pool – tiki bar altogether… Soooo convenient! Excellent, accommodating staff! Will stay there again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience!! The staff was always attentive and took care of our every need. Todd at the pool big shout out! The girls at the front desk can’t remember their names but above and beyond. We stayed for a week on a small family vacation and enjoyed the sister property three waters. The girls running the rum runner water shuttle to the other properties are the best, we had a great time on our couple of trips out of Amara cay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Check in was delayed for about hour and half. Very disorganized at the check in desk. Manager never came to speak with is as it is guaranteed check in. We were told we could hang in the lobby with out stuff. Room was very Average for the cost. Resort prices were high for food and drink. Very disappointing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025