
Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa
Best for families and travelers who want a modern waterfront resort with a private beach area, an on-site sea-to-table restaurant, and event/wedding venues.
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Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa is a 4-star waterfront resort on Front Street in Old Town Key West with family-friendly rooms, a pool, Jala Spa and sea-to-table dining — good for families and travelers who want easy access to Duval Street and a small private beach. Ocean Key Resort - A Noble House Resort is a 4-star waterfront property on Zero Duval Street with ~100 individually decorated rooms, a full-service spa and multiple bars — read this if you want a adults-welcoming waterfront stay steps from Mallory Square and the island’s main attractions.
Updated · about 0.2 km apart

Best for families and travelers who want a modern waterfront resort with a private beach area, an on-site sea-to-table restaurant, and event/wedding venues.

Best for guests who want an intimate, centrally located waterfront resort with individually decorated rooms, multiple bars, and direct access to Mallory Square.
When Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa wins: choose Hyatt Centric if you want a family-friendly property with a private beach area, a larger room inventory (118–120 rooms), on-site family dining options (Four Flamingos, Blue Mojito) and a wide set of event/wedding venues.
When Ocean Key Resort - A Noble House Resort wins: choose Ocean Key if you prefer a smaller, boutique-feeling waterfront hotel steps from Mallory Square and Duval Street, with individually decorated guestrooms, several bars/lounges and a full-service spa in a compact downtown footprint.
Bottom line: both are 4-star waterfront choices in Old Town Key West within a very short walk of each other and the same main sights. Pick Hyatt Centric for family amenities, private beach access and larger meeting/event options; pick Ocean Key for a more intimate, downtown waterfront stay close to Mallory Square and lively bars.
| Category | Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa | Ocean Key Resort A Noble House Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Contemporary waterfront resort with family focus and larger meeting/wedding facilities | Smaller, boutique waterfront resort with an emphasis on individually decorated rooms and bars |
| Location (Old Town) | 601 Front St — Gulf of Mexico waterfront, steps from Duval Street and Simonton Pier | |
| Size (guestrooms) | 118–120 rooms across 4 floors | 100 individually decorated guestrooms |
| Ages / family policy | All ages welcome; family-friendly (children 17 and under stay free with adults) | All ages welcome (not adults-only) |
| Pools | One outdoor pool with cabanas, teak loungers and a whirlpool; heated in cooler weather | One outdoor pool; pool sun loungers and free pool cabanas listed |
| Restaurants & bars | Four Flamingos (sea-to-table by Richard Blais), Blue Mojito Bar & Grill, Keys Coffee Cafecito | Two restaurants, room service (limited hours) and 3 bars/lounges including a poolside bar |
| Spa & wellness | Jala Spa with massages, facials, body treatments and yoga; 24-hour fitness center | Full-service spa with massages, facials and body treatments; 24-hour fitness facilities |
| Known for | Sea-to-table dining, private beach access and wedding/event venues | Steps from Mallory Square and Duval Street, waterfront rooms and multiple bars |
| Meeting & event space | About 2,369 sq ft of indoor/outdoor meeting space including the Marquesa Room, Dock and boardroom | Conference space ~870 sq ft (1 meeting room) and a banquet/meeting room |
| Beach access | Private beach area and quick access to Simonton Beach (small nearby public beach) | Waterfront location and steps from Florida Keys Beaches/Mallory Square area |
Hyatt Centric sits at 601 Front Street on the Gulf of Mexico side of Old Town, a short walk to Duval Street and Mallory Square.
Hyatt Centric is a slightly broader waterfront property with private beach access and easy walking distance to Old Town highlights.
Ocean Key Resort sits on Zero Duval Street on the waterfront, literally steps from Duval Street and Mallory Square.
Ocean Key is among the most centrally located waterfront hotels for access to the Mallory Square sunset area and Duval Street nightlife.
Hyatt Centric offers 118–120 rooms across multiple room categories, many with furnished private balconies and marina or ocean views.
Hyatt Centric has a wider selection of room types and larger counts, which helps when booking for families or groups.
Ocean Key has about 100 individually decorated guestrooms, with a mix of island, partial ocean, harbor and full oceanfront suites.
Ocean Key delivers a boutique feel with individually decorated rooms and several true oceanfront suites in a compact footprint.
Hyatt Centric's on-site dining centers on Four Flamingos (Richard Blais) and the casual Blue Mojito Bar & Grill, plus Keys Coffee Cafecito.
Hyatt Centric offers both a refined waterfront dining option and casual poolside service suitable for families and sunset dinners.
Ocean Key lists two restaurants, room service during limited hours, and three bars/lounges including a pool bar.
Ocean Key is strong for guests who want to be steps from waterfront nightlife while keeping in-house bar options for pre/post-sunset drinks.
Hyatt Centric has one outdoor pool with cabanas, teak loungers and a whirlpool, plus a private beach area nearby.
Hyatt Centric gives you both poolside facilities with cabanas and immediate access to a small beach area — useful for families and sun time.
Ocean Key lists one outdoor pool with pool sun loungers and free pool cabanas; the hotel is directly on the water near Mallory Square.
Ocean Key provides a compact waterfront pool experience with easy walking access to Old Town attractions and Mallory Square.
Hyatt Centric's Jala Spa and 24-hour fitness center support wellness; nightlife is a short walk to Duval Street.
Hyatt mixes on-site wellness services with quick access to Old Town nightlife, making it balanced for day relaxation and evening activity.
Ocean Key features a full-service spa and 24-hour fitness facilities, with immediate proximity to Mallory Square nightlife and Duval Street.
Ocean Key is convenient if you want to combine spa time with an immediate walk to Mallory Square and Duval Street nightlife.

Hyatt Centric — family-friendly rooms, children's menus, a small private beach and pool facilities make it a stronger pick for traveling families.

Ocean Key — steps from Mallory Square and Zero Duval Street location puts you in the middle of sunset activities and waterfront nightlife.

Hyatt Centric — larger meeting and event footprint (Marquesa Room, Dock and beach venues) and multiple outdoor wedding locations.

Ocean Key — individually decorated guestrooms and a compact footprint give it a boutique, downtown-waterfront character.
Hyatt Centric is more family-oriented with children's menus, private beach access and family-sized room options; children 17 and under stay free with adults.
Ocean Key is steps from Mallory Square and Duval Street; Hyatt Centric is also a short walk but sits slightly west near Simonton Pier.
Yes — Hyatt Centric has Jala Spa and Ocean Key lists a full-service spa; both recommend reservations for treatments.
No. Both properties welcome guests of all ages; neither is listed as adults-only.
Hyatt Centric has more total meeting and event space (roughly 2,369 sq ft across indoor and outdoor venues) compared with Ocean Key’s listed ~870 sq ft of conference space.
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