Age and kids policy at Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa
Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa is an all-ages, family-friendly waterfront resort. The minimum check-in age is 18 for the lead guest, but children of any age are welcome and children 17 and under stay free when sharing a room with an adult.
In this guide
Who can check in — minimum age and ID
The resort requires the lead booking guest to be at least 18 years old to check in. Guests under 18 may only check in when accompanied by a parent or official guardian.
At check-in the hotel asks for a valid photo ID and a credit card from the person registering the room.
- Minimum check-in age: 18 (lead guest)
- Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/official guardian to check in
- Valid photo ID and credit card required at the front desk
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Minimum check-in age | 18 (lead guest) |
| ID/Card | Valid photo ID and credit card required |
| Under-18 check-in | Only with parent/official guardian |
Family-friendly policy — are kids allowed?
Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa is not an adults-only property; the hotel is marketed and operated as family-friendly and welcomes children of all ages.
Per the hotel's published policies, children 17 and under stay free when sharing a room with an adult; guests 18 and older are charged at the adult rate.
- Children of any age are welcome
- Children 17 and under stay free when sharing a room with an adult
- Guests 18+ are charged the adult rate
| Age | Charge when sharing with adult |
|---|---|
| 0–17 | Stay free |
| 18+ | Adult rate applies |
Pool and fitness rules for minors
The property has one outdoor pool open daily (Hyatt describes it as sunrise–sundown; some third-party listings give specific hours). Children are welcome but must follow supervision rules.
For safety, guests under 16 must be supervised by an adult while using the pool or the fitness facility.
- Outdoor pool: open daily (Hyatt: sunrise–sundown; third-party times may vary)
- Children under 16 must be supervised by an adult in the pool
- Fitness center access requires adult supervision for minors under 16
| Facility | Supervision rule |
|---|---|
| Outdoor pool | Under 16 must be supervised by an adult |
| Fitness center | Under 16 must be supervised by an adult |
| Pool hours (hotel) | Sunrise to sundown (per Hyatt) |
Rooms and sleeping arrangements for families
The resort offers a range of room types that can work for families, including rooms with two beds, rooms with sofa beds, and larger ocean-view options. Many rooms include furnished private balconies.
Children 17 and under staying free typically share the existing bedding with adults; rooms with a sofa bed or two beds give more space for families.
- Room, Partial Ocean View (1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds)
- Room (1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds)
- Room, Bathtub (2 Queen Beds)
- Room (Shower) (1 King Bed)
- Room, with Sofa bed (1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed)
- Room, with Sofa bed, Partial Ocean View (1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed)
- Room, Ocean View (1 King Bed)
- Deluxe Room, Ocean View (1 King Bed)
| Room type | Typical sleeping setup |
|---|---|
| Room, Partial Ocean View | 1 King or 2 Queen |
| Room, with Sofa bed | 1 King + 1 Double Sofa Bed |
| Deluxe Room, Ocean View | 1 King (sleeps up to 3 guests) |
Dining with kids — restaurants and menus
On-site dining includes Four Flamingos, A Richard Blais Key West Kitchen (sea-to-table restaurant) and the Blue Mojito Bar & Grill poolside. Both Four Flamingos and Blue Mojito offer children's menus.
Blue Mojito is casual and allows swimwear/beachwear; Four Flamingos has a business-casual to casual dress guideline and does not permit swimsuits in the main dining room.
- Four Flamingos — children's menu available; breakfast, lunch (weekdays), dinner; reservations recommended for dinner
- Blue Mojito Bar & Grill — children's menu available; casual poolside dining; no reservations required
- Keys Coffee Cafecito — espresso, snacks, breakfast (casual grab-and-go option)
| Restaurant | Kid-friendly notes |
|---|---|
| Four Flamingos | Children's menu; no swimsuits in main dining room; reservations recommended for dinner |
| Blue Mojito Bar & Grill | Children's menu; casual, swimwear permitted; no reservations required |
| Keys Coffee Cafecito | Casual breakfast and snacks; good for kids' quick meals |
Practical tips for families (parking, fees, and extras)
A mandatory resort fee applies at this property and high-speed Wi‑Fi is bundled into that fee. The resort also charges for self-parking (Hyatt provides standard and premium self-parking rates; valet is not available).
If you need a crib or extra bed, major booking sites list free crib/extra-bed options for minors—contact the hotel in advance to confirm availability and any setup needs.
- Mandatory resort fee (amounts vary by date/source) and includes Wi‑Fi
- Self-parking only; valet parking is not available
- Contact the hotel ahead of arrival to request cribs/extra beds and to confirm parking/resort-fee details
| Item | What to do |
|---|---|
| Resort fee | Expect a mandatory resort fee; check your booking or ask the hotel for the amount |
| Parking | Self-parking only; check current nightly rate with the hotel |
| Crib/extra bed | Request in advance to confirm availability |
Nearby family activities and safety notes
The resort sits on Key West’s Old Town waterfront, a short walk to Duval Street, Mallory Square and local attractions that families commonly visit (aquarium, museums, historic sites). The property also provides access to water activities such as snorkeling, boat tours and on-site aquatic rentals.
Key safety notes: the property has no large private beach; Simonton Beach and other public beaches are nearby. Hurricane season runs June 1–November 30—check weather and travel advisories if you’re visiting during that period.
- Walk to Duval Street and Mallory Square (about 3 minutes / ~0.3 miles)
- On-site or nearby aquatics: snorkeling, boat tours, jet-ski and dive options (book via concierge)
- No large private beach on property; Simonton Beach is next door
| Nearby attraction | Distance / note |
|---|---|
| Duval Street | About a 3-minute walk |
| Mallory Square | About 0.3 miles / 3–5 minute walk |
| Key West Aquarium | About 0.3 miles |
