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Blue Marlin Motel: Traveler Reviews

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Average price*: $140 (year-round)
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 based on 68 reviews 68 Reviews
5.0 of 5 stars
17
4.0 of 5 stars
29
3.0 of 5 stars
15
2.0 of 5 stars
4
1.0 of 5 stars
3
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #29 of 70 hotels in Key West
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  • Hotel class: 1 of 5
  • Rooms: 54
Property Type: Motel
  • Small hotel conveniently located near a major roadway; limited staff and amenities; normally guest rooms open to the parking lot.
Description: Two-story Motel located 1 block from town center & 3 blocks from ocean. This description is based on information provided by the hotel.
Address:
1320 Simonton St.
Key West, FL 33040

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( 12-16 of 68 )
“not quite so hospitable around check out time...”

Blue Marlin Motel

3 of 5 stars
ftltoolsinc
fort lauderdale, fl
Jan 31, 2008
3/7 found this review helpful

The rooms have been upgraded, I have stayed there 3+ times over the last 3-4 years. This past New Year, we received a not so pleasant New Years welcome when we were refused late check out of any sort, and one of my friends rooms was barged in on and told the police had been called...aprox. :30 after they were to have been out (check out 11am). Now I realize that they were to have been out at check out time, but I don't think a one hour late check out is to much to ask, especially after you dropped over $300 bucks a night on a room for three nights... bottomline, next time I am down in KW for the New Year, I will stay else where. Also they tried to evict a couple girls for going in the pool after midnight, FYI.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — the pool during the day, pretty much don't get bothered for drinking at the pool.
    • Disliked — price I paid per night...
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
ftltoolsinc's Summary
Date of Stay: December 2007
Traveled with: Large group or tour
Visit was for: Other
Age group: 25-34
Member since: January 31, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
probably not
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine
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“Value, pool, quiet neighborhood”

Blue Marlin Motel

4 of 5 stars
jeannedd
Berkley, Michigan
Jan 24, 2008
3/3 found this review helpful

We were able to get a room at the last minute for a good price. The pool was fantastic. The hotel is in a U shape with outdoor access to rooms. Parking and pool are in the middle. It looks as much of the hotel is recently updated. Very clean and comfortable. Great residental neighboorhood with small cafes, can walk to beach, should drive to Mallory Square, etc.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Pool, clean rooms
    • Disliked — Front desk needed lots of personal information
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
jeannedd's Summary
Date of Stay: July 2007
Traveled with: Family (extended)
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 25-34
Member since: April 22, 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
most likely
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Outdoor / Adventure
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“great place to stay”

Blue Marlin Motel

4 of 5 stars
Karen5056
edmonton, alberta, canada
Dec 17, 2007
6/6 found this review helpful

The Blue Marlin was a great place to stay. Spotless, quiet, comfortable - really nice bathroom - great location just off Duval street but away from the crowds.

This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Karen5056's Summary
Date of Stay: November 2007
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 50-64
Member since: March 08, 2005
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon
Was this review helpful? Yes No
“Great Motel”

Blue Marlin Motel

5 of 5 stars
PeterandSari
Edinburgh, Scotland
Nov 3, 2007
4/4 found this review helpful

Standard motel set up with 2 storey blocks arranged around a great pool. Room was clean and spacious with regular bathroom. Staff were helpful and directed us to excellent nearby Italian restaurant, local bike hire (highly recommended way to see around Key West) and on site laundry facilities.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Location and cleanliness
    • Disliked — No problems experienced
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
PeterandSari's Summary
Date of Stay: October 2007
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 35-49
Member since: November 03, 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Outdoor / Adventure, Other
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“Very nice place to be especially with children”

Blue Marlin Motel

5 of 5 stars
Hotel1122
New York
Oct 30, 2007
4/4 found this review helpful

We stayed there with our two kids and another family also with their two kids and really enjoyed our stay.
The rooms are clean, quite large and comfortable.
The location is good and still quiet.
The swiming pool is really nice and we can have breakfast, lunch and diner around it.
We had a great stay there.

This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Hotel1122's Summary
Date of Stay: October 2007
Member since: October 30, 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun
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