
Blue Flamingo Resort Key West
Best for families and social travelers who want on-site entertainment, poolside programming, 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 at Key West’s northern gateway with two lively pools, tiki bars, and a shuttle into Old Town. The Perry Hotel & Marina Key West is a polished 4-star boutique marina resort on Stock Island that suits travelers who want a marina setting and quiet waterfront access outside central Old Town.
Updated · about 3 km apart

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

Best for guests seeking a quieter, marina-focused stay with on-site dockage and seafood dining near Stock Island.
When Blue Flamingo Resort Key West wins: Choose Blue Flamingo if you want a lively, family-friendly resort with regular entertainment (karaoke, live music), two active pools with cabanas, and an included shuttle into Old Town. It’s also the clearer pick for larger events and weddings.
When The Perry Hotel & Marina Key West wins: Pick The Perry for a more polished, boutique marina atmosphere and waterfront access on Stock Island, plus on-site marina services and a quieter setting away from Old Town’s bustle.
Bottom line: Both are 4-star properties a short drive from Old Town; Blue Flamingo is the better choice for families and guests who want social programming and on-property activity, while The Perry fits travelers who prioritize marina amenities and a calmer waterfront stay.
| Category | Blue Flamingo Resort Key West | The Perry Hotel & Marina Key West |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Lively, family-focused resort with active poolside entertainment | Polished boutique marina resort with a quieter waterfront mood |
| Location | North Roosevelt Blvd (New Town), roughly 1 mile from EYW and shuttle to Old Town | Stock Island waterfront (7001 Shrimp Road), on-site marina, outside central Old Town |
| Size | 245 rooms; multiple event spaces and large outdoor lawn | 100 guestrooms (listed); smaller, boutique footprint |
| Ages / audience | All ages — family-friendly with play area and kid-focused programming | All ages — not adults-only; suitable for couples and families |
| Pools | Two lively outdoor pools, cabanas for rent, Backyard Pool & Social Club programming | Two outdoor pools listed; quieter pool atmosphere with poolside bars |
| Restaurants & bars | Rum Row (tiki food truck) and Toasted Coconut (poolside restaurant) plus Republica Bar & Lounge | Two on-site restaurants (including Matt's Stock Island) and two bars/poolside bars |
| Spa & wellness | 24-hour fitness center and a hot tub/jacuzzi; no named full-service spa published | Fitness facilities listed; dedicated on-site spa not published |
| Known for | Lively pool scene, evening entertainment, shuttle to Old Town, family-friendly events | Marina lifestyle, on-site dock/boat activities, quieter waterfront setting |
| Parking & transport | Self-parking (surcharge), resort-fee shuttle to Old Town, close to EYW | Self-parking (surcharge) and marina/dock services; 24-hour front desk |
| Event & meeting space | Large event capacity with outdoor lawns and multiple meeting rooms, wedding-ready | Conference space ~700 sq ft and 1 meeting room available |
Blue Flamingo sits on North Roosevelt Boulevard at the northern gateway to Key West (New Town), close to the airport and Smathers Beach.
Blue Flamingo is convenient if you want easy airport access and a simple shuttle into Old Town.
The Perry sits on Stock Island’s waterfront (7001 Shrimp Road) and positions guests in a marina-focused neighborhood outside central Old Town.
The Perry is a good fit if you want to be on the water and close to Stock Island’s marina scene rather than in downtown Key West.
Blue Flamingo offers 245 rooms in a mix of pool, garden, and ocean views with suites up to 575 sq ft.
Choose Blue Flamingo for a wider range of larger rooms and family-friendly suites.
The Perry lists about 100 guestrooms across named room types including studio, mangrove, Stock Island and Perry room lines and suites.
The Perry’s room mix leans boutique and marina-facing, with a selection of suites and balcony options for waterfront views.
Blue Flamingo centers dining around casual, poolside island fare and tiki cocktails.
Blue Flamingo is aimed at casual, poolside dining and family-friendly menus with frequent happy hours and entertainment.
The Perry offers two on-site restaurants (including Matt’s Stock Island) and a focus on seafood and marina dining.
The Perry is best for guests who prefer a refined seafood and marina-side dining experience rather than pool-party food truck fare.
Blue Flamingo’s signature amenity is its Backyard Pool & Social Club with two lively pools and regular programming.
Blue Flamingo focuses on an active pool and social scene as its main guest draw.
The Perry’s signature draw is its marina: docks, boating services and a waterfront setting on Stock Island.
The Perry appeals to guests who prioritize boating access and a watersports-oriented stay.
Blue Flamingo mixes a 24-hour fitness center and jacuzzi with nightly entertainment around the pool.
Blue Flamingo is the pick for guests who want on-site nightlife and programmed social activities plus basic fitness options.
The Perry lists a 24-hour fitness facility and generally quieter, more adult-oriented evenings by the marina.
The Perry suits guests who want fitness options and relaxed waterfront evenings rather than pool-centered nightlife.

Blue Flamingo — family-friendly programming, play area, evening entertainment and kid-friendly dining.

The Perry — on-site marina, dock services, boat tours and water-sport options from the property.

Blue Flamingo — two lively pools, cabanas, live music, karaoke and poolside tiki bars.

The Perry — polished boutique rooms and a quieter Stock Island waterfront setting.
Blue Flamingo includes a shuttle to Old Town and is positioned for easy transfers; both hotels are a short drive from Old Town, but neither is in central Old Town.
The Perry — it lists an on-site marina, boat tours, sailboats and motor boating onsite, making it the clearer choice for boating access.
No. Both Blue Flamingo and The Perry are open to guests of all ages; neither is adults-only.
Blue Flamingo has more rooms (245) and larger outdoor event lawns and higher total event capacity, while The Perry is a smaller boutique property with about 100 guestrooms and around 700 sq ft of conference space.
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