
Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa
Best for staying in Old Town within a short walk of Duval Street, waterfront restaurants, and an on-site spa (Jala Spa).
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Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa is a 4-star waterfront Old Town resort with an on-site spa and sea-to-table dining; read this if you want easy walkable access to Duval Street, waterfront dining, and a compact, family-friendly resort. Hilton Key West Resort & Marina is a 4-star Hilton-branded marina resort with multiple outdoor pools and on-site boat activities; read this if you want a larger waterfront property with a marina and more pool options.
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Best for staying in Old Town within a short walk of Duval Street, waterfront restaurants, and an on-site spa (Jala Spa).

Best for travelers who prioritize a marina setting, lots of pool options, and on-site boating/ water activities under a familiar brand.
When to pick Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa: choose Hyatt Centric if you want immediate Old Town access (steps from Duval Street and Mallory Square), a sea-to-table signature restaurant (Four Flamingos), a single compact pool area with cabanas, and an on-site spa (Jala Spa).
When to pick Hilton Key West Resort & Marina: choose the Hilton if you want a larger resort footprint with a marina on site, many outdoor pools (the property lists six), free and paid on-water activities and easy access to boat tours and rentals.
Bottom line: Hyatt Centric is the better pick for a walkable Old Town base with a strong dining and spa focus; Hilton Key West Resort & Marina is the better fit if you prefer a resort with a marina, more pool choices, and a larger property environment.
| Category | Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa | Hilton Key West Resort & Marina |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Compact Old Town waterfront resort with a focus on dining, spa and walkable access to Duval Street. | Larger marina resort associated with the Hilton brand, focused on boating, activities and multiple pool areas. |
| Location | 601 Front Street in Old Town, steps from Duval Street and Mallory Square (Gulf of Mexico side). | 5950 Peninsular Avenue on the waterfront near Stock Island Yacht Club & Marina (marina side). |
| Size (rooms) | About 118–120 rooms across 4 floors. | 175 guestrooms listed for the property. |
| Ages / policy | All-ages resort; children welcome (children 17 and under stay free when sharing a room with adults). | All-ages resort (not adults-only). |
| Pools | One outdoor pool with cabanas and a whirlpool; pool hours described as sunrise–sundown (sources vary slightly). | Six outdoor pools listed in the supplier listing. |
| Restaurants & bars | Four Flamingos (sea-to-table by Richard Blais), Blue Mojito Bar & Grill (poolside), Keys Coffee Cafecito and in-room dining. | One main restaurant plus poolside bar/cafe options listed in the supplier listing. |
| Spa / wellness | Jala Spa on site (massages, facials, body treatments; open daily 9:00 AM–7:00 PM). | Not published |
| Known for | Proximity to Duval Street, mallory/mallory square sunset area, waterfront dining and an on-site spa. | Marina on site, boat tours and on-water activities, and multiple outdoor pools. |
| Parking & fees | Self-parking only; mandatory resort fee that includes Wi‑Fi (amounts vary by source). | Self parking (surcharge) and some fees for breakfast and parking noted in the supplier listing. |
Hyatt Centric sits at 601 Front Street on the Gulf of Mexico side in Old Town, a short walk to Duval Street and Mallory Square.
Hyatt Centric is the clear choice if you want immediate Old Town and sightseeing walkability.
Hilton Key West Resort & Marina is a waterfront property near Stock Island Yacht Club & Marina with a marina focus.
Pick Hilton if a marina location and boating access matter more than being steps from Duval Street.
Hyatt Centric has about 118–120 rooms across four floors, many with furnished private balconies and Gulf or partial ocean views.
Hyatt Centric’s room inventory is compact and tuned to Old Town guests seeking water views and balconies.
Hilton lists 175 guestrooms with numerous suite and ocean-view/partial-ocean-view room types.
Hilton offers more rooms and suite types, which gives more choices for families or larger parties.
Hyatt Centric focuses on waterfront dining with Four Flamingos (Richard Blais) and a casual poolside Blue Mojito Bar & Grill.
Hyatt Centric emphasizes a chef-led, sea-to-table main restaurant plus casual poolside options.
Hilton’s supplier listing notes one restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe and a poolside bar; breakfasts and limited room service are available for a fee.
Hilton covers essential dining needs and poolside cocktails but doesn’t list a chef-driven signature restaurant in the supplier listing.
Hyatt Centric has one outdoor pool with cabanas, lounge chairs and a whirlpool; the resort also references private beach access nearby (Simonton Beach/public beach adjacent).
Hyatt Centric’s pool area is compact and integrated with its waterfront dining and beach access.
Hilton Key West Resort & Marina lists six outdoor pools and a marina on site.
Hilton is better if you want more pool choices and active marina-based water options.
Hyatt Centric offers Jala Spa, a 24-hour fitness center and onsite yoga classes, plus immediate access to Old Town nightlife.
Hyatt Centric mixes a full-service spa and fitness with instant access to Old Town nightlife and dining.
Hilton lists 24-hour fitness facilities, multilingual staff, concierge services and tours/ticket assistance; a dedicated on-site spa is not published in the supplier listing.
Hilton provides fitness and strong concierge-led activity programming tied to its marina; spa details are not published in the supplier listing.

Hyatt Centric — steps from Duval Street and Mallory Square for walking to restaurants and nightlife.

Hilton — supplier listing shows six outdoor pools plus a marina and many on-water options.

Hyatt Centric — Four Flamingos is a chef-driven sea-to-table restaurant led by Richard Blais.

Hilton — marina on site and motor boating, boat tours and personal watercraft available.
Hyatt Centric is located in Old Town and is within a few minutes' walk of Duval Street and Mallory Square; Hilton is nearer to Stock Island and the marina and requires a short drive to Old Town.
Hilton Key West Resort & Marina lists six outdoor pools; Hyatt Centric has one outdoor pool with cabanas.
Yes — Hyatt Centric’s on-site Jala Spa offers massages, facials and body treatments and is open daily 9:00 AM–7:00 PM by reservation.
No — the supplier listing indicates the Hilton property is not adults-only.
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