
Blue Flamingo Resort Key West
Best for families and budget-conscious travelers who want lively poolside programming, easy airport access, and a shuttle into Old Town.
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Blue Flamingo Resort Key West is a recently rebranded, family-friendly 4-star resort at Key West’s New Town gateway with two lively pools, poolside bars, and shuttle access to Old Town. Ocean Key Resort - A Noble House Resort is a 4-star waterfront property at the Old Town/Mallory Square end of Key West, aimed at travelers who want central, sunset-front access to the harbor and Duval Street.
Updated · about 3.1 miles (≈5.0 km) apart

Best for families and budget-conscious travelers who want lively poolside programming, easy airport access, and a shuttle into Old Town.

Best for travelers who want a central, waterfront Old Town location with harbor/oceanfront rooms, a single outdoor pool, and a full-service spa.
When Blue Flamingo Resort Key West wins: choose Blue Flamingo if you want more on-site entertainment and facilities for families (two pools, kids’ play area, arcade/game room, evening programming, and a resort-fee shuttle to Old Town) and faster access to Key West International Airport.
When Ocean Key Resort wins: choose Ocean Key if you prioritize an Old Town/Mallory Square waterfront location, oceanfront or harbor-view rooms, a full-service spa, and a quieter, more central base for walking to Duval Street and sunset activities.
Bottom line: Blue Flamingo is the more activity-forward, family-oriented option at the island gateway; Ocean Key is the pick for a compact, upscale Old Town waterfront stay with direct access to the harbor and Mallory Square.
| Category | Blue Flamingo Resort Key West | Ocean Key Resort A Noble House Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Lively, family-friendly, social-pool focused | Upscale, waterfront, Old Town-focused |
| Location | New Town / North Roosevelt Boulevard (gateway area, near airport & Smathers Beach) | Old Town at Mallory Square/Duval Street waterfront |
| Size | 245 rooms | 100 rooms |
| Best for ages | All ages; family-oriented | All ages but oriented toward adult couples/older travelers |
| Pools | Two outdoor pools, cabanas available (surcharge) | One outdoor pool, free pool cabanas listed |
| Restaurants & bars | Rum Row (tiki food truck & bar) + Toasted Coconut (poolside restaurant) + other bars/coffee | Two restaurants and three bars/lounges; room service (limited hours) |
| Spa & wellness | Hot tub/jacuzzi on site; no published standalone spa | Full-service spa and 24-hour fitness center |
| Known for | Lively pool programming, family entertainment, resort-fee shuttle to Old Town | Waterfront location, sunset views, proximity to Mallory Square and Duval Street |
| Airport access | About 1 mile from Key West Intl. Airport (quick drive) | Key West Intl. Airport is the preferred airport (about 4.3 mi / 6.9 km to Ocean Key listed by supplier) |
| Event & meeting space | Extensive outdoor event lawn and multiple meeting rooms (large capacities; up to ~1,200 standing noted) | Conference/meeting space ~870 sq ft (1 meeting room + banquet hall listed) |
Blue Flamingo sits on North Roosevelt Boulevard at Key West’s New Town entrance, a short drive from the airport and Smathers Beach.
Better if you want fast airport access and easy beach proximity rather than being inside Old Town.
Ocean Key Resort is located at the waterfront end of Old Town near Mallory Square and Duval Street.
Better if you want to be based inside Old Town for walking to nightlife, dining, and sunset celebrations.
Blue Flamingo offers 245 rooms with pool, garden, or ocean views and a mix of suites.
Choose Blue Flamingo for bigger room count and family-friendly configurations, plus ocean-view suite options without being in Old Town.
Ocean Key lists 100 individually decorated guestrooms with many oceanfront and harbor-view suites.
Ocean Key is the choice for waterfront-facing rooms and private balconies near Mallory Square.
Blue Flamingo focuses on poolside, island-inspired dining and tiki cocktails across several casual venues.
Go here for casual, family-friendly poolside dining and lively bar programming.
Ocean Key offers two restaurants and three bars/lounges, with room service during limited hours.
Go here if you want easy waterfront dining and multiple bar/lounge options within walking distance of Old Town restaurants.
Blue Flamingo emphasizes two outdoor pools, cabanas, and a social club that programs music and activities.
Stronger on-family, on-site pool life and programmed entertainment around the pools.
Ocean Key has a single outdoor pool and lists free pool cabanas as an amenity.
Better for quieter pool time with immediate access to harbor and sunset views.
Blue Flamingo’s on-site offerings lean toward active and social programming with fitness and an outdoor hot tub.
Pick Blue Flamingo for fitness access plus a social evening scene rather than a spa retreat.
Ocean Key lists a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness facility for guests.
Pick Ocean Key if an on-site spa and easy access to Old Town nightlife are priorities.

Blue Flamingo — two pools, kids’ play area, arcade/game room, family-oriented dining and evening programming.

Ocean Key — steps from Mallory Square and Duval Street with oceanfront/harbor-view rooms for sunset watching.

Ocean Key — lists a full-service spa with massages, facials, and body treatments.

Blue Flamingo — large outdoor event lawn and multiple meeting spaces capable of big wedding and event gatherings.
Ocean Key is in Old Town at the Mallory Square/Duval Street end and is walkable to those attractions; Blue Flamingo is in New Town and requires the resort shuttle, bike, or a drive to reach Old Town.
Ocean Key is not adults-only — supplier facts note children stay free when using existing bedding — but the property trends toward an upscale Old Town crowd.
Blue Flamingo: two pools, playground and family programming make it the stronger family choice.
Neither property is described as including breakfast in base room rates; Ocean Key lists breakfast available for a surcharge, and Blue Flamingo lists breakfast as optional/not included.
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