Is Havana Cabana at Key West worth the stay? Honest pros and cons
Yes — Havana Cabana at Key West is worth the stay if you want Cuban-inspired décor, easy pool-focused relaxing (it has the largest pool in Key West), on-site Cuban food and cocktails, and convenient shuttle access to downtown. It’s a family- and pet-friendly property with free parking and complimentary Wi‑Fi, though it’s in New Town rather than within walking distance of Duval Street.
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Location & getting around
Havana Cabana at Key West sits at 3420 N. Roosevelt Blvd in the New Town area. The hotel is not within walking distance of Old Town/Duval Street, but the property runs a complimentary shuttle to Downtown Key West, Mallory Square and the harbor.
Key West International Airport (EYW) is very close — about 1.1 miles away and roughly a five-minute drive — so transfers are quick if you’re flying in. A public bus stop on North Roosevelt Boulevard is also near the hotel if you prefer local transit.
- Address: 3420 N. Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040
- Complimentary shuttle to downtown, Mallory Square and harbor
- Airport: ~1.1 miles / ~5-minute drive to Key West International Airport
- Not a walkable location for Duval Street (about 2.9 miles / ~11-minute drive)
| Nearby spot | Approx. distance / time |
|---|---|
| Key West International Airport (EYW) | About 1.1 miles / ~5 min drive |
| Duval Street (Old Town) | About 2.9 miles / ~11 min drive |
| Smathers Beach | About 0.8 miles / |
Rooms and who they suit
Rooms are Cuban‑inspired with hand‑painted murals and several layout options for couples, families, and groups. The property highlights both Havana rooms and a few Premium and Superior Studio configurations.
If you need specific room types note the property uses these exact names when booking; sizes and layouts vary and some room types have balconies or patios.
- Room names you’ll see when booking: Premium Room, Patio (Lola); Room, Poolside (Havana); Superior Studio, Multiple Beds; Room (Havana); Room, with Sofa bed (Havana); Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Luis); Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Luis); Premium Room (Lola).
- Some Premium Room options include balconies (Luis) or patios (Lola); Superior Studio has bunk and twin options for families.
- The hotel lists 106 rooms total and describes a standard Havana Room at about 275 sq ft.
| Room name | Beds (as listed) |
|---|---|
| Premium Room, Patio (Lola) | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Room, Poolside (Havana) | 2 Queen Beds |
| Superior Studio, Multiple Beds | 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed |
| Room (Havana) | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Room, with Sofa bed (Havana) | 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed |
| Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Luis) | 1 King Bed |
| Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Luis) | 2 Queen Beds |
| Premium Room (Lola) | 1 King Bed |
Pool, bars and dining
The property promotes having Key West’s largest pool: a heated resort pool open daily from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM, with chaise lounges and poolside service. Non-guests may purchase day passes for pool access.
On-site food and drink options focus on Cuban-inspired menus and cocktails and cover everything from casual walk-up meals to evening tapas and live music.
- Mojitos Pool Bar — poolside cocktails (more than 15 mojito varieties), open daily 10:00 AM–11:00 PM, poolside service starts at 11:00 AM.
- Floridita Food Truck — walk-up Cuban fare, open daily 8:00 AM–10:00 PM (breakfast through dinner).
- Flama Cabana — waterfront Cuban cocktail lounge with tapas, live music, Tues–Sun 5:00 PM–midnight and a Sunset Hour (5–7 PM) with discounted drinks and complimentary chips & salsa.
| Venue | Typical hours |
|---|---|
| Mojitos Pool Bar | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Floridita Food Truck | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Flama Cabana | Tuesday–Sunday, 5:00 PM – midnight |
Amenities, fees and practical notes
The hotel includes complimentary Wi‑Fi, free self‑parking (including accessible spaces and an EV charging station), a 24‑hour front desk, concierge services and luggage storage. There is no on‑site fitness center; guests receive complimentary transport to a nearby fitness facility.
A nightly resort fee is charged in addition to room rates; that fee covers items such as shuttle service, Wi‑Fi, pool access and poolside loungers per the property’s disclosures. Breakfast is available for an extra charge, and cooked‑to‑order breakfast service has been reported around typical Key West price ranges.
- Free self-parking and EV charging station on site
- Complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout the property
- No on-site gym — complimentary transportation to an off-site fitness facility
- Nightly resort fee applies and typically covers shuttle, Wi‑Fi and pool access; resort fee amounts have varied over time
| Amenity | Included or extra |
|---|---|
| Wi‑Fi | Included |
| Self-parking | Included |
| Cooked-to-order breakfast | Extra (paid at venue) |
Who should pick Havana Cabana — and who might not
Good fit: travelers who want a pool-focused stay with Cuban-themed food and drinks, families (hotel is all-ages), pet owners (dogs up to 50 lbs, max two per room), and groups or wedding parties using the Tiki Hut or Flama Cabana event spaces.
Less ideal: visitors who want to be within easy walking distance of Duval Street nightlife and Old Town attractions. The hotel is in New Town, so plan for the shuttle, a short drive, rideshare or a bike/scooter rental to get into Old Town.
- Better if you value a large pool, poolside cocktails, on-site Cuban dining, and free parking.
- Not ideal if you expect to walk to Duval Street nightlife — that’s about a 10–15 minute drive.
- Family- and pet-friendly policies make it a practical choice for families traveling with children or dogs.
| Traveler type | Why or why not |
|---|---|
| Families | Welcomed; room options and pool access suit kids |
| Couples seeking nightlife proximity | Shuttle helps, but not a walkable Old Town location |
| Pet owners | Allows dogs up to 50 lbs (max two per room) for a fee |
Events, weddings and meetings
Havana Cabana offers several event venues including a waterfront Tiki Hut (about 2,500 sq ft) that seats ~80 and can stand ~150 for receptions, plus Flama Cabana as a smaller event/lounge space. The property markets wedding packages that can include a Smathers Beach ceremony plus a reception under the Tiki Hut.
Meeting and event space totals are limited compared with large conference hotels (reported total meeting/event space approx. 1,820 sq ft and small meeting rooms suited to intimate meetings or retreats). The property can support small corporate gatherings, group retreats and wedding events.
- Tiki Hut: waterfront, seats ~80 / stands 150, commonly used for receptions and ceremonies.
- Flama Cabana: smaller lounge space, seated capacity ~50, standing ~75.
- Island Room and other small meeting spaces suited to groups under 40 attendees.
| Venue | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Tiki Hut | Seated ~80 / Standing up to 150 |
| Flama Cabana (lounge) | Seated ~50 / Standing ~75 |
| Island Room | Smaller meeting space, up to ~40 |
