
Blue Flamingo Resort Key West
Best for families and groups who want big-pool energy, on-site entertainment, and easy airport access.
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Blue Flamingo Resort Key West is a newly renovated, family-friendly 4-star resort at the gateway to Key West with lively pool scenes and shuttle access to Old Town. Orchid Key Inn is a small, adults-only 3.5-star boutique inn steps from Duval Street — read this if you want a choice between a larger, activity-focused resort and a quiet, centrally located adult-only stay.
Updated · about 3.1 miles (5.0 km) apart

Best for families and groups who want big-pool energy, on-site entertainment, and easy airport access.

Best for adults who want a quiet, central Old Town location within easy walking distance of Duval Street nightlife and museums.
When Blue Flamingo Resort Key West wins: choose Blue Flamingo if you want a larger property with two lively pools, on-site family entertainment and programming, multiple dining spots, and resort-shuttle access to Old Town.
When Orchid Key Inn wins: choose Orchid Key Inn if you prioritize staying steps from Duval Street in a small adults-only property with a calm pool and boutique service.
Bottom line: pick Blue Flamingo for resort-style facilities, pool programming, and family-friendly amenities; pick Orchid Key Inn for central Old Town convenience and an adults-only, quieter boutique experience.
| Category | Blue Flamingo Resort Key West | Orchid Key Inn |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Lively, family-oriented resort with active pool programming and nightly entertainment. | Quiet, adults-only boutique inn focused on a central Duval Street location. |
| Location | New Town/gateway area on N. Roosevelt Blvd, near Key West Intl (about 1 mile from EYW). | Central Old Town location at 1004 Duval St, steps from Duval Street attractions. |
| Size | Large — 245 rooms. | Small — 24 individually furnished guestrooms. |
| Ages / policy | All ages welcome; main guest must be 21 to check in. | Adults-only (guests under 18 not permitted); main guest age policy reflects adults-only status. |
| Pools & hot tubs | Two outdoor pools, cabanas (for a fee), hot tub/jacuzzi and lively pool programming. | One outdoor pool and one hot tub; poolside bar and quieter pool scene. |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple on-site venues (Rum Row tiki bar/food truck, Toasted Coconut, Republica Bar & Lounge, Starbucks). | One bar/lounge and a poolside bar; complimentary continental breakfast daily. |
| Wellness & fitness | 24-hour fitness center; hot tub; no named standalone spa listed. | No named full-service spa published; property lists hot tub and pool access. |
| Accessibility | Accessible rooms and facilities; accessible parking and public washrooms listed. | Wheelchair accessible features listed (accessible parking, pool hoist, assistive devices). |
| Known for | Pool & social programming, family-friendly entertainment, and shuttle to Old Town. | Central Duval Street location and adults-only boutique atmosphere. |
| Parking | Self-parking available for a surcharge; promotions sometimes reduce cost. | Self parking (surcharge) available onsite. |
Blue Flamingo sits on N. Roosevelt Boulevard at the northern gateway to Key West, a short drive from the airport and Smathers Beach.
Better if you want easy airport access, beach proximity, and a shuttle into Old Town.
Orchid Key Inn is centrally located at 1004 Duval St, within steps of Duval Street and many Old Town attractions.
Better if you want to stay inside Old Town and walk to nightlife and attractions.
Blue Flamingo offers 245 rooms in a mix of pool, garden, and ocean views, including suites with ocean views.
Choose Blue Flamingo for a wide range of room sizes and family/group configurations.
Orchid Key Inn has 24 individually furnished guestrooms with kitchenette-style features in some rooms.
Choose Orchid Key Inn if you prefer a small property with individually furnished rooms in Old Town.
Blue Flamingo has multiple on-site venues serving island-inspired fare and tiki cocktails for families and groups.
Pick Blue Flamingo for wider on-site dining choices and family-friendly menus.
Orchid Key Inn offers a small number of beverage options and includes a complimentary continental breakfast.
Pick Orchid Key Inn if you plan to eat and drink mostly out in Old Town or want a low-key on-site breakfast.
Blue Flamingo centers much of its guest programming around two outdoor pools and the Backyard Pool & Social Club.
Choose the resort for an active pool scene and family-oriented entertainment.
Orchid Key Inn provides a single outdoor pool and on-site quiet poolside service, matching its boutique, adult-only tone.
Choose Orchid Key Inn for a calmer pool experience closer to Duval Street.
Blue Flamingo includes a 24-hour fitness center and hot tub, with nighttime entertainment on property.
Choose Blue Flamingo for fitness access plus on-site nightlife and entertainment for families and adults.
Orchid Key Inn focuses on a quieter stay but keeps accessibility features and small-scale amenities.
Pick Orchid Key Inn if you want accessible boutique lodging with walking access to Old Town nightlife.

Blue Flamingo — larger room inventory, children’s facilities, two pools, and organized on-site entertainment.

Orchid Key Inn — steps from Duval Street and Old Town museums, galleries, and nightlife.

Blue Flamingo — Backyard Pool & Social Club, live music, karaoke, and multiple pool bars.

Orchid Key Inn — adults-only policy, small property with a calmer pool and boutique rooms.
Orchid Key Inn is on Duval Street and is within steps of many Old Town attractions; Blue Flamingo is in New Town and relies on a shuttle or a short drive to reach Duval.
Blue Flamingo is designed for families, with children’s facilities, family-sized rooms, two pools, and on-site entertainment. Orchid Key Inn is adults-only and does not admit guests under 18.
Orchid Key Inn offers a bar/lounge and poolside bar with complimentary continental breakfast; many more dining options are within walking distance on Duval Street.
Neither supplier listing publishes a named, full-service spa. Blue Flamingo lists a hot tub/jacuzzi and wellness features; Orchid Key Inn lists a hot tub and pool but no named spa treatments in the supplier data.
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