This 30-room hotel in Old Town Key West offers a glimpse into 1950s Art Deco style. Original Cuban tile floors and jalousie windows are featured throughout the property. El Patio Motel provides a swimming pool and a rooftop sun deck for guests. The family-run motel aims for affordable rates by focusing on essential comforts. It is situated near the beach and Duval Street, with several attractions within walking distance.
Should you book El Patio Motel?
A no-frills hotel experience in a historic building with a pool and central location.
Best for
- Budget-conscious travellers
- Proximity to Duval Street
- Historic Art Deco style
Maybe not ideal for
- Those seeking modern luxury
- Extensive on-site dining
Art Deco character
Built in the 1950s, the motel retains its Art Deco charm with original Cuban tile floors and jalousie windows. The property offers an outdoor swimming pool and a rooftop sun deck.
Central Key West location
Located in Old Town, El Patio Motel is a short walk to the beach and Duval Street. The Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory is 7 minutes away.
Rooms & rates
Queen Room
19.0 m² · 1 queen bed
Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
Standard Room with Two Queen Beds
19.0 m² · 2 queen beds
Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
Two-Bedroom Suite
46.0 m² · Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
Private suite · Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
What you'll enjoy
Gallery
Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Room service
- Family rooms
- Daily housekeeping
- Terrace
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
Location
800 Washington Street, Downtown Key West, Key West, FL 33040, United States, Key West, Florida
El Patio Motel is located in Key West, Florida.
5 sights nearby, the closest being Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory at 0.3 mi; the nearest ferry pier, Key West Bight Ferry Terminal, is 1.0 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatoryzoo0.3 mi
- The Basilica of Saint Mary Star of the Seaplace of worship0.4 mi
- Southernmost Point Buoyhistoric site0.4 mi
- CB Harvey Rest Beach Parkpark0.5 mi
- The Ernest Hemmingway Home and Museummuseum0.6 mi
Getting around
- Key West Bight Ferry Terminalferry pier1.0 mi
- Sunset Key Ferryferry pier1.2 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.2 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 2,572 guest reviews
El Patio Motel earns broadly positive sentiment, with guests consistently praising its excellent location close to the beach, Duval Street, and local attractions, as well as its friendly, accommodating staff and charming vintage atmosphere. However, recurring gripes around hard beds, no breakfast offering, limited parking, and occasional cleanliness lapses prevent it from feeling fully polished. It offers solid value for a no-frills Key West base, but guests with higher comfort expectations may find it falls short.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 8 · average 9
They wrote about: location, cleanliness, room
Reviews scoring 7–9: 22 · average 7.6
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 25
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Frequently asked questions
What amenities are in the rooms?
Rooms come with air conditioning, a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, a refrigerator, telephone, and cable TV. Hairdryers and linens are also provided.
Is parking available?
Yes, the hotel offers free parking for guests. Accessible parking is also available.
Can I rent bicycles?
Bicycle rentals are available at the property for an additional charge.
What is the room size?
Standard rooms are 19.0 m². Two-bedroom suites are 46.0 m² and contain two queen beds across two separate bedrooms.
What is the nearest beach?
Dog Beach is approximately 0.24 km away. Higgs Beach and South Beach are also nearby, around 0.46 km from the motel.
Is there Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi is available, though coverage may be limited in some areas according to the property's official description.
Does the hotel have a pool?
Yes, El Patio Motel features an outdoor swimming pool for guests to use.
What is the price range?
Room rates start from $134 USD. The price varies depending on the room type and dates of stay.
Is breakfast served?
The property does not list an on-site restaurant or bar, but nearby dining options can be explored.