
Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa
Best for staying in the heart of Old Town, steps from Duval Street, Mallory Square and Old Town sightseeing.
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Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa is a 4-star waterfront resort in Old Town Key West with easy walking access to Duval Street and family-friendly amenities; this comparison is for travelers who want Old Town convenience and a full-service spa. The Perry Hotel & Marina Key West is a 4-star marina-focused resort on Stock Island with on-site docks, two outdoor pools and a strong waterside/boating vibe; read this if you plan to arrive by boat or want a quieter marina setting outside Old Town.
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Best for staying in the heart of Old Town, steps from Duval Street, Mallory Square and Old Town sightseeing.

Best for travelers who want marina access, on-site dock facilities and a waterside resort atmosphere on Stock Island.
When Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa wins: choose Hyatt Centric if you want to be within a few minutes' walk of Duval Street, Mallory Square and Old Town attractions, want an on-site full-service spa (Jala Spa), and prefer a single on-site pool with private beach access and direct Gulf of Mexico waterfront nearby.
When The Perry Hotel & Marina Key West wins: choose The Perry if you prefer a marina-centered property with on-site docks, more than one outdoor pool, and a focus on boating and water activities rather than Old Town walkability.
Bottom line: pick Hyatt Centric for Old Town convenience, walkable nightlife and an on-site spa; pick The Perry for a marina/watersports base and a resort that trades Old Town proximity for a larger dock-and-pool campus.
| Category | Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa | The Perry Hotel & Marina Key West |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Old Town waterfront resort with easy access to Duval Street; family-friendly | Marina-focused resort hotel on Stock Island with a boating and watersports emphasis |
| Location | 601 Front St, Old Town — steps to Duval Street and Mallory Square; Gulf of Mexico waterfront | 7001 Shrimp Road, Stock Island — on-site marina and docks, outside Old Town |
| Size / rooms | About 118–120 rooms across 4 floors | 100 guestrooms (listing notes 100 guestrooms) |
| Who it's for | Walkers who want restaurants, nightlife and Old Town sights nearby; families welcome | Boaters and water-sport-focused travelers who don’t mind being off Old Town |
| Pools | One outdoor pool (cabana rentals, whirlpool/hot tub noted) | Two outdoor pools and poolside bars |
| Restaurants & bars | Four Flamingos (sea-to-table, Richard Blais) + Blue Mojito poolside bar + Keys Coffee Cafecito | Two on-site restaurants including Matt's Stock Island and multiple bars/poolside bars |
| Spa & wellness | Jala Spa on site (treatments, couples options; 9:00 AM–7:00 PM listed) | No on-site spa listed in supplier facts (Not published) |
| Boating & marina features | Hotel dock and nearby Key West Bight Marina access for a fee | On-site marina, dock, boat tours and fish-cleaning table; boat-related services available |
| Parking & transport | Self-parking only (no valet); EV charger on site; very walkable to Old Town | Self parking (surcharge); shuttle or taxi needed for Old Town access |
| Family policy | All ages welcome; children 17 and under stay free when with adults | |
Hyatt Centric sits on Front Street in Old Town with short walks to Duval Street, Mallory Square and several museums.
Choose Hyatt Centric for maximum Old Town convenience and short walks to central attractions.
The Perry is on Stock Island and is designed around marina and dock facilities rather than Old Town walkability.
Choose The Perry if you value dock access and a waterside base over immediate Old Town walking access.
Hyatt Centric has roughly 118–120 guestrooms across four floors; many rooms include furnished balconies and water or partial-ocean views.
Hyatt Centric suits guests who want Old Town views, private balconies and a variety of family room layouts.
The Perry lists about 100 guestrooms with a range of room types and private balconies or patios in many rooms.
The Perry offers a mix of studio and king/queen rooms geared to guests who want pool or marina views.
Hyatt Centric has on-site sea-to-table dining and a casual poolside bar.
Hyatt Centric balances a refined sea-to-table restaurant with casual poolside and coffee options for convenience.
The Perry offers two on-site restaurants with a focus on seafood and marina-side dining.
The Perry focuses on waterside dining and casual poolside options tailored to boating and pool guests.
Hyatt Centric features one outdoor pool, beach access nearby and a whirlpool/hot tub.
Hyatt Centric is best if you want a single well-appointed pool plus quick access to a small nearby beach and Old Town.
The Perry offers a more pool-forward setup with two outdoor pools and multiple pool bars.
The Perry is stronger if multiple pools and a marina campus are priorities.
Hyatt Centric includes an on-site full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness center, plus easy access to Old Town nightlife.
Hyatt Centric combines an on-site spa and fitness options with direct access to Old Town evenings.
The Perry lists a 24-hour fitness center and activities focused on boating and pools; an on-site spa is not published.
Choose The Perry for active watersports and poolside evenings; choose Hyatt Centric for spa treatments and direct Old Town nightlife.

Hyatt Centric — steps from Duval Street, Mallory Square and Old Town attractions.

The Perry — on-site marina and docks, plus boat tours and fish-cleaning facilities.

Hyatt Centric — Jala Spa offers a broad menu of massages, facials and couples' treatments.

The Perry — two outdoor pools and multiple poolside bars for more poolside choices.
Hyatt Centric is in Old Town and within a few minutes' walk of Duval Street and Mallory Square; The Perry is on Stock Island and requires a short drive or taxi to reach Old Town.
The Perry is the better option — it has an on-site marina and dock facilities. Hyatt Centric has a hotel dock and access to nearby marinas, but The Perry focuses on marina services.
Yes. Both properties are all-ages and list family-friendly policies; neither is adults-only.
Hyatt Centric has an on-site Jala Spa with a published schedule and treatment list. An on-site spa is not published for The Perry in the supplied listing.
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