I have read this post and others, and checked w/ Tripadvisor. So far, most of the resorts I can find in KW (at least the top 20 on Tripadvisor) look rather tired and old, or are location-challenged. (I apologize in advance if I have misjudged this).
I am looking for recommendations for a 5-day itinerary, flying into MIA and renting a car in April to drive to the Keys. We like upscale resorts and don't mind spending 1-2 nights at 2 different places rather than all nights at 1 place. We want to see Key West, not sure if we should stay the night there or just go for a day trip from a resort elsewhere along the way.
We're used to places like the Grand Hyatt Kauai (GHK) or Mauna Lani, but have never been to FL. Budget is up to 500/night, and we need a place where we can have at least 2 queen beds (or a king + double + rollaway/sleeper).
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The best two most upscale resorts are Cheeca Lodge in Islamorada
www.cheeca.com or Tranquility Bay resort in Marathon
www.tranquilitybay.com. In addition to great accomodations, equally great food and beverage operations.
Worldspan
Naples, Fla
Thanks!