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Ibis Bay Beach Resort: Traveler Reviews

2.5 of 5
3101 N Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040
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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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LA
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“A Cute Place to Stay”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2013

We stayed here on our recent trip to Key West. I was looking for a budget friendly hotel and was amazed at how great this place was compared to some other budget "friendly" hotel chains on the island. I was really happy with our choice to stay at a local place and even though our room was small, it was full of personality and that counts for a lot! There was a beach with hammocks, a pool and various animals on site like iguanas, parrots & tortoises. Everyone was super friendly and I recommend staying here!

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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ChrisHolland_Ibis, Owner at Ibis Bay Beach Resort, responded to this review
February 3, 2013
Thank you for bringing up something that baffles me. Why do people travel all the way to funky, quirky Key West and end up staying in a chain hotel that's the same all over America? When you arrive at Ibis Bay everything here is all Key West. There are 8 beachfront hotels here. We are the most affordable, the least stuffy and the only independent. Our reputation for style, cleanliness and friendy service is now well-known. I know I am bragging, but it is a fact. I am very proud of what everyone here has achieved . Thank you for staying with us and taking time to write what you did.
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“Great place to stay!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2013

Great relaxing place to stay. We usually stay at expensive hotels. Last year we stayed at the Westin in Mallory square. I enjoyed ibis bay much more! The hammocks outside of the rooms are great, I slept outside 2 nights which was nice. The staff clean the entire hotel grounds every morning. Rooms are clean. It's an older hotel, but very clean. I will come back for sure!!

  • Stayed February 2013
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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ChrisHolland_Ibis, Owner at Ibis Bay Beach Resort, responded to this review
February 13, 2013
I have fallen asleep in the hammocks in the middle of the work day! The staff were very amused and took pictures of me there. Staying downtown is a fun, but hectic experience. if you want a "beach hammock style" quaint Key West vacation, Ibis Bay is the place, regardless of price. I am very glad to hear we were the right place for you. Thank you.
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Richmond, Virginia
2 reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Loved it - So Cute and Fun!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 1, 2013

My husband and I were doing the whole Overseas Highway and ended our trip in Key West. Ibis Bay staff was FANTASTIC - gave us best rate with a same-day arrival check-in. Bay front room - beautiful view! Romantic and laid back! Staff was wonderfully nice, helpful - room clean and completely 50s retro cute. Couldn't have been happier! Much love to the tortoise on-site, too - what an awesome guy he is!

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  • Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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ChrisHolland_Ibis, Owner at Ibis Bay Beach Resort, responded to this review
February 2, 2013
My staff and I know that your stay with us is most likely a once a year opportunity for you to refresh and get closer to your loved ones. We do everything we can to make it a great experience. When I first bought Ibis Bay I used the room you were in as my office. I loved the privacy that back beach offers. Plus the mangroves around there make you feel like you are in a South American jungle full iguanas and tropical birds. I am so glad you had such a good time. Thank you for your review.
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Milwaukee, Wisconsin
1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Eddie & Fran: We Were Treated Like Royalty”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 1, 2013

This place has everything you need for a most comfortable stay. Yeah, there's no coffee maker in the room, but coffee is complementary for guests at the excellent Stoned Crab Restaurant. Service is impeccable, from the front desk to the maid service to the restaurant. The rooms and the beds are most comfortable, if a bit rustic, and ours did have a refrigerator/freezer and a free washer and dryer in a small alcove. The semi-private beach outside our french doors had a small picnic table and several hammocks, and the ibises and iguanas visited almost daily. The staff made sure we wanted for nothing -- everything we needed to make our stay comfortable and fun was provided with grace and style. The location is convenient to both the airport and downtown. And Tom's daily pool party is an absolute must.

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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ChrisHolland_Ibis, Owner at Ibis Bay Beach Resort, responded to this review
February 7, 2013
I don't know why my response wasn't posted when I wrote it. I remember it distinctly because your room was the one I chose for my office because it was so pretty and private. The little beach, the hammocks, the wildlife and mangroves make it special.
I am really glad to hear that my staff and their service was appreciated. We all love Ibis Bay. Our effort and pride certainly shows. Thank you for such nice compliments. Ibis Bay doesn't have to be just a memory. Think about coming back some day soon. The iguanas say, "Hi!"
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“a great place”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2013

we loved this place it's in a great location and really nice! our room was real clean had fridge,tv, huge towels and maids clean room pristine everyday. it was nice to walk around the beachfront to get to our room and it was romantic with hammocks by the water. huge turtles and iguanas, birds, and fish by the water.the restaurant was extremely good we had breakfast with unlimited free coffee and dinner on the water with candles. staff very friendly and will go extra mile, Claudine was really accommodating. I would rate 6 stars best place in key west!

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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ChrisHolland_Ibis, Owner at Ibis Bay Beach Resort, responded to this review
February 2, 2013
It is so nice to arrive at the hotel and read a review like this. It means that what we are doing is what people really enjoy. I often sit on the beach in the morning too to drink my first cup of tea (Aussie's love tea!). It is so serene. Thank you for your advice to readers and for helping us too. I hope you get a chance to come back and see us again. Lexie, the blue macaw says, "hi!" and some other unrepeatable things our guests have taught her.
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Also Known As:
Ibis Bay Waterfront Hotel
Ibis Bay Waterfront Hotel Key West
Blue Lagoon Hotel
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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