Honeymoon planning at Blue Flamingo Resort Key West
Blue Flamingo Resort Key West is a newly renovated, family-friendly resort at 3820 North Roosevelt Boulevard with two pools, ocean-view rooms, poolside bars (Rum Row and Toasted Coconut), and a resort-fee shuttle into Old Town. For a honeymoon, pick an ocean-view suite or Studio Suite, plan poolside cocktails and a sunset trip into Old Town via the included shuttle.
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Where the resort sits and how to get there
Blue Flamingo Resort Key West is located at 3820 North Roosevelt Boulevard in New Town, at the northern gateway to Key West. The property sits roughly 3.1 miles from Old Town and about 1 mile from Key West International Airport (EYW).
The resort-fee includes a complimentary shuttle to and from Old Town Key West; taxis, rideshares, and bike rentals are also commonly used to reach Duval Street, beaches, and nearby attractions.
- Address: 3820 North Roosevelt Boulevard, Key West, FL 33040
- Approximate distance to Old Town: ~3.1 miles
- Approximate distance to Key West International Airport: about 1 mile (short drive)
| Nearby spot | Typical travel time from resort |
|---|---|
| Key West International Airport (EYW) | About a 3-minute drive |
| Smathers Beach | About 5–10 minutes by car |
| Old Town / Duval Street | Shuttle or ~10–15 minutes by car |
Best rooms for honeymooners
For more privacy and ocean views, consider Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View or the Studio Suite, Ocean View. These larger rooms (575 sq. ft. for the 1-bedroom suites; 477 sq. ft. for the Studio Suite) offer dedicated seating areas and windows with water or palm views.
If you want a smaller, bright room with direct pool or ocean views, the Room, Ocean View or Room, Pool View are convenient and less expensive options while still keeping you close to the Backyard Pool & Social Club.
- Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View — 575 sq. ft.; 1 King Bed; separate living area (ocean views)
- Studio Suite, Ocean View — 477 sq. ft.; 1 King Bed; sofa and kitchenette options in some layouts
- Room, Ocean View — 300 sq. ft.; 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds; ocean-facing windows
- Room, Pool View — 299 sq. ft.; 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds; overlooks pool areas
| Room type | Typical perks for honeymooners |
|---|---|
| Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | Largest layout, separate living area, best ocean outlook |
| Studio Suite, Ocean View | Roomy studio with sofa and ocean windows |
| Room, Ocean View | Compact ocean view option close to pool and dining |
Pools, social scene, and poolside planning
Blue Flamingo has two lively outdoor pools as part of the Backyard Pool & Social Club; cabanas are available to rent for an extra charge. The Backyard hosts lawn games, karaoke, live music, and evening entertainment covered under the resort fee.
Pool hours and access: the outdoor pools are open year-round (public reporting lists typical hours). Expect a social, activity-focused pool environment—good for daytime lounging and early-evening events but not a quiet adults-only pool.
- Two outdoor pools with poolside lounge chairs and cabanas (cabanas carry an extra fee)
- Backyard Pool & Social Club features lawn games (cornhole, ping pong, shuffleboard, mini golf) and a karaoke airstream
- Evening entertainment, live music and poolside activities are part of resort programming included with the resort fee
| Pool feature | Note |
|---|---|
| Cabanas | Available to rent for a surcharge |
| Pool hours (reported) | Outdoor pool access year-round; a common posted window is early morning to late evening |
| Poolside programming | Karaoke, live music and lawn games (some included with resort fee) |
Eating and drinking for two
On-site dining focuses on island-inspired, casual fare. Rum Row is the poolside tiki bar and food truck serving Cuban-inspired cocktails, frozen drinks, and small bites; Toasted Coconut serves breakfast and daytime island-American dishes.
Breakfast is optional and not included in room rates; Toasted Coconut serves breakfast items and lunch from morning through afternoon. Daily happy hours operate at both Rum Row and Toasted Coconut during set windows.
- Rum Row — tiki Caribbean bar and food truck; hours vary (Mon–Thu 10am–6pm; Fri–Sun 10am–10pm) and daily happy hour 4pm–6pm
- Toasted Coconut — poolside restaurant serving breakfast through the afternoon (regular hours listed as 8am–4pm; some sources list extended hours)
- On-site Starbucks for coffee and quick snacks
| Venue | Typical hours (public listing) |
|---|---|
| Rum Row | Mon–Thu 10:00–18:00; Fri–Sun 10:00–22:00 |
| Toasted Coconut | Regularly listed as 8:00–16:00 (some listings show later hours) |
| Backyard Pool & Social Club (events) | Entertainment times vary; check schedule on arrival |
Practical honeymoon logistics and fees
Blue Flamingo charges a mandatory daily resort fee that covers the shuttle to Old Town, live entertainment access, happy hour access, pool access and high-speed internet. A refundable security deposit is collected at check-in and returned after check-out if there are no damages.
Other on-site charges you may see include parking (self-parking for a surcharge), cabana rentals, pet fees if applicable, and food/drinks at on-site venues. Breakfast is not included by default.
- Mandatory resort fee — includes shuttle to Old Town, entertainment, happy hour access, pool access and Wi‑Fi (amount published publicly; check booking details for current rate)
- Self-parking available on-site for a surcharge (in/out privileges)
- Refundable security deposit collected at check-in (amount varies by reservation)
- Pets allowed with fee ($50 per pet per night reported; weight and number limits apply)
| Common extra | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Resort fee | Daily mandatory charge includes shuttle, entertainment, Wi‑Fi and more |
| Parking | Self-parking for a per-night surcharge; promotions may reduce or waive fee |
| Pet fee | $50 per pet per night reported; up to 2 pets and weight limits apply |
Honeymoon activities and nearby excursions
Use the complimentary shuttle to spend an evening in Old Town for dinner and a sunset celebration at Mallory Square, or rent bikes to explore quieter streets and the island’s galleries and cafes. Popular day trips from Key West include reef snorkeling, sunset sails, and a ferry or seaplane trip to Dry Tortugas National Park.
For a relaxed honeymoon day, plan pool time at the Backyard and a late-afternoon sunset sail or waterfront dinner in Old Town. Book excursion operators that depart from docks and marinas in Old Town—transportation from the resort is straightforward by shuttle or short taxi/ride-share.
- Sunset sail or catamaran trip (book from Old Town marinas)
- Barrier reef snorkeling trips (reef sites about seven miles offshore)
- Day trip to Dry Tortugas National Park by ferry or seaplane (multi-hour travel time)
- Beaches near the resort: Smathers Beach and Higgs Beach for daytime sun
| Activity | Typical logistics |
|---|---|
| Snorkeling / reef trips | Depart from Old Town marinas; gear available via operators |
| Dry Tortugas day trip | Ferry ~2.5 hours each way or faster seaplane options |
| Sunset sail | Evening departures from Old Town; reserve in advance |
