
Blue Flamingo Resort Key West
Best for families and groups who want lively poolside programming, on-site evening entertainment, and easy shuttle access to Old Town.
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Blue Flamingo Resort Key West is a newly renovated, family-friendly 4-star resort on North Roosevelt Boulevard with two lively pools, poolside tiki bars, and shuttle service into Old Town. Parrot Key Hotel & Villas is a tropical 4-star resort-style property with villas and four outdoor pools, aimed at travelers who want a relaxed resort atmosphere a short drive from Old Town.
Updated · about 0.7 miles / 1.1 km apart

Best for families and groups who want lively poolside programming, on-site evening entertainment, and easy shuttle access to Old Town.

Best for travelers seeking a relaxed resort compound with multiple pools, villa-style rooms, and water-activity options a short drive from Duval Street.
When Blue Flamingo Resort Key West wins: choose Blue Flamingo if you want a social, family-friendly resort with scheduled entertainment, two active pools, tiki bars on site, free shuttle service to Old Town, and easy airport access about a mile away.
When Parrot Key Hotel & Villas wins: pick Parrot Key if you prefer a quieter resort-feel property with villa options, more outdoor pools (4), on-site marina/water-activity access, and a layout that feels more like a tropical compound away from the busiest Old Town blocks.
Bottom line: both are 4-star, all-ages resorts on North Roosevelt Boulevard; Blue Flamingo is the livelier, family- and entertainment-focused choice while Parrot Key is calmer and more villa/resort‑compound oriented with extra pool options and more on-site water activities.
| Category | Blue Flamingo Resort Key West | Parrot Key Hotel & Villas |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Lively, social resort with programmed entertainment and poolside bars | Resort-style, tropical compound with villa options and quieter pool areas |
| Location | North Roosevelt Blvd gateway to Key West; ~1 mile from EYW and a short drive to Old Town | Northside Key West; a short drive from Duval Street and beaches |
| Size / rooms | 245 rooms (mix of rooms and suites, ocean/pool/garden views) | 148 individually decorated guestrooms and villas |
| Ages / audience | All ages — family-friendly facilities and kids' activities | All ages — not adults-only |
| Pools | 2 outdoor pools, Backyard Pool & Social Club with cabanas and programming | 4 outdoor pools, plus poolside bar(s) and villa pool access |
| Restaurants & bars | Rum Row (tiki food truck) and Toasted Coconut (poolside restaurant) plus a lobby bar and Starbucks | 1 restaurant (The Grove Food Truck) plus a bar/lounge and poolside bar |
| Spa / wellness | Hot tub/jacuzzi on site and a 24-hour fitness center; no full standalone spa published | Not published |
| Signature features | Resort-fee programming (live music, karaoke, games), complimentary shuttle to Old Town | Villa-style rooms, complimentary beach shuttle and on-site water activities |
| Accessibility & transport | Free property-wide Wi‑Fi, EV charging, on-site parking (surcharge), shuttle to Old Town | Free Wi‑Fi, free beach shuttle, valet parking available (surcharge), 24-hour front desk |
Blue Flamingo sits on North Roosevelt Boulevard close to Key West International Airport and offers a shuttle into Old Town.
Blue Flamingo is convenient for arrivals/departures and offers a regular shuttle into Old Town.
Parrot Key is a northside resort-style property set a short drive from Old Town and local beaches.
Parrot Key delivers a more resort‑compound feel while keeping Old Town and beaches within easy reach by car or shuttle.
Blue Flamingo has 245 rooms and a mix of ocean-view, pool-view, and one‑bedroom suites designed for families.
Choose Blue Flamingo for straightforward room options that prioritize pool and ocean views and family-sized layouts.
Parrot Key offers 148 individually decorated guestrooms and villa-style suites, including waterfront and partial water view options.
Parrot Key gives more villa and suite-style choices for travelers who want separate living space or waterfront-adjacent rooms.
Blue Flamingo focuses on poolside, island-inspired dining and tiki cocktails across multiple venues.
Blue Flamingo is designed for casual, poolside dining and evening entertainment without leaving the property.
Parrot Key offers on-site casual dining and poolside service suited to a relaxed resort stay.
Parrot Key keeps food and drink simple and convenient, with an emphasis on poolside service and relaxed meals.
Blue Flamingo centers its social programming around two lively pools, cabanas, and a dedicated Backyard Pool & Social Club.
Blue Flamingo is built around poolside energy and scheduled social programming for guests of all ages.
Parrot Key features multiple pool options across its grounds — four outdoor pools — and offers shuttle access to nearby beaches.
Parrot Key is a better pick if you want more variety in on-site pool spaces and direct access to water activity options.
Blue Flamingo provides a 24-hour fitness center, hot tub/jacuzzi and an active evening entertainment schedule.
Blue Flamingo mixes basic wellness facilities with a focus on lively evening programming rather than a dedicated spa.
Parrot Key has fitness and water-activity options and presents a quieter night atmosphere compared with a resort that programs nightly entertainment.
Parrot Key suits travelers looking for fitness and water access without heavy evening programming.

Blue Flamingo — planned live music, karaoke, Backyard social programming and active pool scene.

Parrot Key — individually decorated guestrooms and multiple one- and two-bedroom suite/villa configurations.

Parrot Key — four outdoor pools across the property.

Blue Flamingo — located about 1 mile from Key West International Airport with easy arrivals and departures.
Blue Flamingo is more family-focused with kids' facilities, children's play area, arcade and scheduled poolside entertainment; Parrot Key also accepts families but leans toward a quieter resort atmosphere.
Both properties are on North Roosevelt Boulevard a short drive from Old Town; Blue Flamingo highlights a complimentary shuttle into Old Town while Parrot Key is a short drive and also provides a beach shuttle.
Parrot Key guestrooms list refrigerators and minibars and villa/suite layouts; Blue Flamingo room types include suites but an on-site kitchenette or full kitchen is not published in the Blue Flamingo room list.
Blue Flamingo lists a hot tub/jacuzzi and basic relaxation amenities but no standalone, named full-service spa is published; Parrot Key's listing does not publish a full-service spa.
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