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Ibis Bay Beach Resort

2.5 of 5
3101 N Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040
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Ibis Bay Beach Resort
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Rating summary
  • Location
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    3.5 of 5 stars
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St Clairsville
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2013

First for the good things: The front desk staff were very friendly and helpful, the restaurant The Stoned Crab had great food. The rooms were clean. I chose this resort because of the good reviews on Trip Advisor which I found to be very misleading or from inexperienced travelers. WAY overpriced for this hotel compared to other places on the... More

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ChrisHollandKeyWest, Owner at Ibis Bay Beach Resort, responded to this review
April 19, 2013

I am glad you enjoyed your stay and The Stoned Crab Restaurant. Our staff are wonderful. I will pass on the compliment. They love making our guests happy. I hope you got a chance to go out on the bay to see the amazing marine life. Our clear bottomed kayaks are a must for that. We have bicycles, motor scooters... More

Omaha, Nebraska
1 review
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2013

Double room = 2 old beds, beach view = power lines and concrete pilings, beach = 15 ft. sloping strip full of cigarette butts (sun blocked by buildings by noon). Quaint = cracked plaster and peeling caulk. Parrots and tortoises = wire cage in the middle of the parking lot. The only person ruder than the gal at the desk... More

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ChrisHollandKeyWest, Owner at Ibis Bay Beach Resort, responded to this review
April 15, 2013

In July, Ibis Bay is launching Google's new 360 HD Inside View of Ibis Bay. You will be able to try it on Google and on our new website. You will be able to "walk" all around our wonderful 1950s resort in sharp HD. Go inside and see all our different room types and sizes, walk along the beach, stroll... More

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glasgow
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12 reviews 12 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

Room was on the beach which was nice, however, bathroom very small and outdated. Pool area is horrible as it is next to a busy road. The hotel is also quite far from the main area of key west. Queried my bill when I got home, however, received no response. Hotel is expensive for what it was and I would... More

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ChrisHollandKeyWest, Owner at Ibis Bay Beach Resort, responded to this review
April 14, 2013

We are the least expensive beachfront hotel in Key West. There are only 8 beachfront hotels on the whole island. As you will read, guests love our pool. It is surrounded by palm trees and hammocks on one side. There is a restaurant deck, marina dock and lagoon on the other side and then the main road is beyond that.... More

Norman, Oklahoma
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2013

We arrived at Ibis Bay Beach Resort on 3/17/13 after having driven from Tampa, FL, and we were tired and ready to get to our room. The check in process was very quick and painless. We were in a 2nd floor, non-ocean view room. Our room was very clean and tastfully decorated, and although small, it was comfortable. There is... More

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ChrisHollandKeyWest, Owner at Ibis Bay Beach Resort, responded to this review
April 14, 2013

Thank you for choosing Ibis Bay and The Stoned Crab restaurant. You chose one of our Value Rooms. They are a perfect choice to use as a base. Plus you can use your room savings to spend on fun activities. The Beachfront rooms are bigger all round and are actually on the beach with big sliding doors onto a deck... More

Canton, New York
Top Contributor
74 reviews 74 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2013

We recently stayed 5 nights here. The rooms are on the small side but clean, efficient, and comfortable. There are parrots and tortoises here and that was different. There are several water activities for additional money and an onsite coordinator to help plan anything you may like to do while in Key West. The pool was nicely set up with... More

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ChrisHollandKeyWest, Owner at Ibis Bay Beach Resort, responded to this review
April 14, 2013

We are glad you came and enjoyed yourself. You pointed out many of the activities we offer. Sometimes we can all be in the mood to do nothing and other times its, "lets go!". We off facilities to please both states of mind with our beach, lazy activities on the bay, a nice pool area and then adrenaline activities like... More

Palm Beach, Florida
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2013 via mobile

Ive been to Key West about ten times. Anyone reading this should realize that this is a very laid back resort, if you're looking for something fancy do not stay here. It's Key West! Relax a little!! This is the first time I stayed off of Duval Street. My boyfriend surprised me with a weekend trip and booked this hotel... More

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ChrisHollandKeyWest, Owner at Ibis Bay Beach Resort, responded to this review
April 15, 2013

What a nice surprise your boyfriend gave you. You are right, we aren't about being "fancy", this place is fun and relaxing. Come back again soon. Call us direct and you'll get a FREE upgrade. More

great white north
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

My sister and I came to the keys in Apr. 2013 and really enjoyed our stay at Ibis Bay. It's a colorful resort with spacious rooms. The floors are tiled, so we didn't worry about a little sand on our feet. We booked a room facing the bay and enjoyed the view(209). There are hammocks outside and an area with... More

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ChrisHollandKeyWest, Owner at Ibis Bay Beach Resort, responded to this review
April 14, 2013

Anyone who comes to stay at Ibis Bay for the tortoises is our friend. The two giant tortoises (60lbs?)are wonderful creatures. Watching them gives you a glimpse into prehistoric life. A lot of the things we do at Ibis Bay are there to make adults smile and children giggle. Thank you for appreciating what we do. I have a great... More

Jacksonville, Illinois
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2013

My family and I are on a budget, so I do a lot of research when planning our vacations. I try to find the best hotel/resort at the lowest price. I hit it out of the ballpark with the Ibis Bay. My 13-year-old son was all set NOT to like it, based on the places I've booked in the Wisconsin... More

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ChrisHollandKeyWest, Owner at Ibis Bay Beach Resort, responded to this review
April 14, 2013

Teenagers are very hard to please. My wife and I took our son to the Greek Islands when he was 14. He never came to the beach until the very last day. So, knowing that, I am very glad Ibis Bay worked out so well for you all. We are informal and our guests can really relax here. As you... More

Coral Gables, Florida
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

When I rented an oceanfront room, I thought I could go inside the water to swim. The only way you can go into the water is by renting a canoe, etc. Then I was told that you can go into the water only knee deep. The hammocks were great, but when you look into the water you see the electrical... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 5
ChrisHollandKeyWest, Owner at Ibis Bay Beach Resort, responded to this review
April 14, 2013

I am sorry you made a mistake expecting oceanfront at our price. Our name is Ibis BAY Beach Resort. We face beautiful Ibis Bay. Ibis Bay is a pristine bay on the Mexican Gulf. It is great for snorkeling, kayaking, paddle-boarding. There is an abundant amount of marine life just under the surface and bird life on the island in... More

Sudbury, Canada
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

one of the only hotels i have stayed at with 3 double beds per room so it is great for a large group. it was unfortunate that the weather was colder as we would have loved to hang out by the open bar area it was modern and inviting. the hotel is directly on the water with a resort feel.... More

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ChrisHollandKeyWest, Owner at Ibis Bay Beach Resort, responded to this review
April 14, 2013

Nice photos! I am glad you liked Ibis Bay and the room set-up. I love the water front rooms we offer. It gives a whole other dimension to your vacation. The wildlife is always fun to observe and lying on the beach in a hammock is a dream. Please bring everyone back again. I look forward to meeting you. Book... More

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Additional Information about Ibis Bay Beach Resort

Address: 3101 N Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040
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Region: United States > Florida > Florida Keys > Key West
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#8 On the Beach Hotels in Key West
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Ibis Bay is exactly the resort you dream of when you think of Key West. It's a friendly, quirky and original 1950s motel that has been remodeled as a modern beach resort. The landscaped sand beach leads right up to the beachfront guest rooms. The staff are very friendly Key West locals who love the island. There are only 8 hotels on the beach in Key West. Ibis Bay is the most affordable and the least stuffy. We offer family attractions such as the poolside Thursday night “Dive-In” movie on a 20ft screen, huge tortoises, lots of large colorful parrots, local iguana lizards and our namesake, the very pretty ibis birds. In the mood for some fun? Ask our Fun Desk concierge about our jet ski, scooter and electric car rentals on site plus paddle board, kayaks and kiteboard rentals on the beach. There's always something to do. Or if you are in the mood to do nothing, just chill out in one of 80 hammocks around the pool and on the beach overlooking the bay. ... more   less 
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Also Known As:
Ibis Bay Waterfront Hotel
Ibis Bay Waterfront Hotel Key West
Blue Lagoon Hotel

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