
Havana Cabana at Key West
Best for travelers who prioritize a big social pool, Cuban-themed food and drinks, and free parking/shuttle service to downtown.
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Havana Cabana at Key West is a Cuban-inspired, all-ages resort on North Roosevelt Boulevard centered on Key West’s largest pool; this guide is for travelers who want lively poolside vibes, casual Cuban dining, and easy parking. Casa Marina Key West, Curio Collection is a historic beachfront luxury resort with a full-service spa and meeting space; read on if you want a beachfront setting, resort spa services, and a more traditional hotel experience.
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Best for travelers who prioritize a big social pool, Cuban-themed food and drinks, and free parking/shuttle service to downtown.

Best for guests who want direct beach access, on-site spa treatments, and a classic, historic resort setting near Old Town attractions.
When Havana Cabana at Key West wins: choose Havana Cabana if you want a lively, pool-centered stay with Cuban-themed bars and casual dining, free self-parking, pet-friendly rooms, and a complimentary shuttle to downtown. It’s geared to families, groups, and people who plan to spend much of their time at the pool or on site.
When Casa Marina Key West, Curio Collection wins: pick Casa Marina if beach proximity, a full-service spa, and larger meeting or event facilities matter. It suits travelers who prefer classic resort amenities, private beach access, and a hotel identity tied to Key West history under a major brand.
Bottom line: Havana Cabana is the choice for a social, Cuban-flavored pool escape with practical perks (parking, shuttle, pets). Casa Marina is the better fit for a beachfront, full-service resort stay with spa and larger event space; both welcome all ages.
| Category | Havana Cabana at Key West | Casa Marina Key West, Curio Collection |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Playful, Cuban-themed, pool-focused | Historic, classic beachfront resort |
| Location | North Roosevelt Boulevard (New Town), not within walking distance of Old Town | Old Town Key West, on a private beach (Higgs/Florida Keys Beaches area) |
| Size (rooms) | 106 rooms | 311 rooms |
| Audience / ages | All ages; primary guest must be 21+ to check in | |
| Pools & water | Home to the largest pool in Key West; heated; poolside bar; day passes available | Two outdoor pools and private beach access |
| Restaurants & bars | Floridita Food Truck (Cuban), Mojitos Pool Bar, Flama Cabana lounge | One on-site restaurant/cafe and one bar/lounge (hotel listing); room service available during limited hours |
| Spa / wellness | No on-site spa; complimentary transport to a fitness facility | Full-service spa and fitness facilities (wheelchair-accessible) |
| Known for | Largest pool in Key West, Cuban cocktails and pool scene | Historic beachfront property and spa under Hilton’s Curio Collection |
| Event & meeting space | Smaller meeting footprint (about 1,820 sq ft total) and waterfront Tiki Hut; wedding packages on Smathers Beach | Extensive conference and event space (7 meeting rooms; ~976 m² / 10,504 sq ft) |
| Parking & transport | Free self-parking, complimentary shuttle to downtown and airport pick-up on request | Self parking (surcharge) and valet (surcharge); concierge services and meeting support |
Havana Cabana sits on North Roosevelt Boulevard in New Town, a short drive to Old Town and Smathers Beach.
Havana Cabana is convenient for beach access and the airport but expects to drive or take the hotel shuttle to Old Town.
Casa Marina sits in Old Town on a private stretch of Florida Keys beach near Higgs Beach and within easy reach of Duval Street.
Casa Marina is the better choice when you want direct beach access and closer proximity to Old Town sights.
Havana Cabana's 106 rooms have Cuban-inspired decor and several room type options named on the property site.
Smaller property with characterful, Cuban-styled rooms—good for couples, families, and groups who value pool access.
Casa Marina has 311 air-conditioned rooms with a wider variety of ocean-, pool-, and terrace-view options.
Casa Marina offers more room types and larger capacity for guests who want ocean views and traditional resort room amenities.
Havana Cabana emphasizes Cuban food and rum-forward drinks across a casual food truck and two bars.
Choose Havana Cabana when you want a casual, Cuban-focused dining and cocktail program centered on the pool and waterfront lounge.
Casa Marina features more traditional resort dining with a restaurant, bar/lounge, and room service during limited hours.
Casa Marina suits guests who want beachfront meals, a quieter evening experience, and in-room or restaurant service linked to a full-service hotel.
Havana Cabana centers its offering on Key West’s largest pool with poolside service and a heated hot tub.
If the pool is the trip focus, Havana Cabana is deliberately built around that social space.
Casa Marina combines two outdoor pools with direct access to a private stretch of beach.
Casa Marina is the pick for travelers who want both pool options and an actual beachfront for swimming and sand time.
Havana Cabana's nightlife and evening scene is anchored by Flama Cabana and active pool-bar hours.
Expect a social, music-forward late afternoon and early-evening scene rather than a resort spa retreat.
Casa Marina emphasizes a traditional spa and quieter resort evenings with beach sunsets and bar service.
Casa Marina is better when you want spa time and calmer evenings by the beach rather than a party atmosphere.

Havana Cabana — largest pool in Key West, Mojitos Pool Bar, and Flama Cabana’s rum-focused lounge.

Casa Marina — private beach access plus a full-service spa for massages and treatments.

Casa Marina — larger conference and meeting footprint with multiple rooms and greater total event space.

Havana Cabana — free self-parking and a complimentary shuttle route to Downtown Key West and Mallory Square.
Casa Marina is in Old Town and within walking distance of Duval Street; Havana Cabana is in New Town and typically requires a shuttle or drive to reach Duval Street.
Casa Marina has private beach access. Havana Cabana is near Smathers Beach and offers beach ceremony options but does not have a private beachfront on its listing.
Yes. Both properties welcome guests of all ages; the primary guest checking in must be at least 21 years old at each property.
Casa Marina lists a full-service spa on site; Havana Cabana does not have an on-site spa and provides complimentary transport to a nearby fitness facility instead.
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