Casa Marina Key West, Curio Collection by Hilton (was WA) {US-FL}
Apr 19, 2022, 11:45 am
#106
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: MKE
Programs: DL PLT, 1MM,PC Plat,HH Diamond,SkyClub, member All programs
Posts: 186
May 8, 2022, 8:26 am
#107
Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Washington, DC
Programs: Marriott Titanium, Hilton Diamond, AA Plat
Posts: 128
Casa Marina or DoubleTree?
The TripAdvisor reviews are scaring me off from using some free night awards at Casa Marina over Memorial Day Weekend. I don't mind "a bit dated" and understand it's clearly not a luxury property, but cleanliness and a room that isn't moldy/loud/uncomfortable in some way are kind of important to me. But, the location seems so much better than the DoubleTree, and I do like the idea of being on a beach. I don't need overly attentive management, but worried if I do get a crappy room, management won't care and won't do anything about it. Any advice would be welcome.
May 8, 2022, 9:40 am
#108
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Houston
Programs: UA GS 2.6MM & Lifetime UC, Qantas Platinum, Hilton Lifetime Diamond, Bonvoy Platinum, HawaiianMiles
Posts: 8,692
The TripAdvisor reviews are scaring me off from using some free night awards at Casa Marina over Memorial Day Weekend. I don't mind "a bit dated" and understand it's clearly not a luxury property, but cleanliness and a room that isn't moldy/loud/uncomfortable in some way are kind of important to me. But, the location seems so much better than the DoubleTree, and I do like the idea of being on a beach. I don't need overly attentive management, but worried if I do get a crappy room, management won't care and won't do anything about it. Any advice would be welcome.
Nov 27, 2022, 9:27 pm
#109
Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: Chicago, IL
Posts: 349
Can someone please clarify something for me related to this property? If I book a stay with a free night cert (through Amex spend), or with 95k Hilton points, do I still need to pay the $45/night "resort fee?" It is not totally clear to me based on the website. Thank you!
Nov 28, 2022, 2:12 pm
#110
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: MKE
Programs: DL PLT, 1MM,PC Plat,HH Diamond,SkyClub, member All programs
Posts: 186
Can someone please clarify something for me related to this property? If I book a stay with a free night cert (through Amex spend), or with 95k Hilton points, do I still need to pay the $45/night "resort fee?" It is not totally clear to me based on the website. Thank you!
Feb 13, 2023, 2:44 pm
#111
Join Date: Nov 2017
Posts: 11
Just stayed with points, 95K/night. No resort fee when booked with points. Got $36/day resort credit. Diamond member, not upgraded ("we are fully booked," though suites were clearly bookable online). Stayed in room with king bed, city/non-beach view.
The room was a little run down but comfortable. The hallways, elevator were run down/aged but the grounds are beautiful, nice beach and pool. Good location.
I requested a late check out, got offered 1pm and told "this was a generous offer."
Overall had a good experience and I would book again.
The room was a little run down but comfortable. The hallways, elevator were run down/aged but the grounds are beautiful, nice beach and pool. Good location.
I requested a late check out, got offered 1pm and told "this was a generous offer."
Overall had a good experience and I would book again.
Feb 13, 2023, 7:35 pm
#112
Join Date: May 2022
Posts: 173
I'm blown away that this property has still not gone through a complete and total 100% renovation. If Hilton would actually invest decent money into a complete and total overhaul, the property has so much potential. I guess because people are still paying for it. I stayed at the Reach a few years ago and it was actually pretty nice. The WA looks fantastic on the outside but when I went inside it was awful.. I can't even imagine how awful the rooms must be.
May 12, 2023, 10:54 am
#115
Join Date: May 2022
Posts: 173
Web site indicates that property will be closed between May 15 and September 16, 2023 for "a grand renovation."
I'm excited to spend long weekend here this winter.
Jul 12, 2023, 3:49 am
#117
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: sfo
Programs: United GS, Starwood Platinum
Posts: 594
Jul 12, 2023, 3:50 am
#118
Join Date: May 2022
Posts: 173
Jul 12, 2023, 8:10 am
#119
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: EYW
Programs: AA Exe Platinum, AA & Delta Million Miler, Hilton Diamond, Marriott LT Titanium, United Silver
Posts: 521
There certainly looks to be activity at the property, seems to be much more focused on interior, as not much looks different from the outside. I'll try and go in (or around the beach) this weekend and get some pics.
Sep 4, 2023, 7:24 am
#120
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: PHL
Programs: AA EXP MM, HHonors Lifetime Diamond, Marriott Lifetime Ti, UA Silver
Posts: 5,036
5000th post. Ain't base ten number systems great!
