Authors of Key West Guesthouse – Key West Resort Review
Last updated: August 28, 2026
Choose Authors of Key West Guesthouse if...
- You're a literary-minded couple who wants a themed stay celebrating Key West's famous writers
- You want a quiet interior garden guesthouse with a heated pool and complimentary breakfast
- You want walkable Old Town access on a quiet residential street
Skip Authors of Key West Guesthouse if...
- You're traveling with children — this is an adults-only guesthouse
- You want waterfront views or beach access — this is an interior garden property
- You want resort-level amenities like a spa or fitness center
AskTheKeys Traveler Match
How well does Authors of Key West Guesthouse fit your trip?
Before you book — the one trade-off
Authors is a small adults-only themed guesthouse with no waterfront or resort amenities — you trade beach and scale for quiet literary character in walkable Old Town.
AskTheKeys Decision SummaryAuthors of Key West Guesthouse is best for literary-minded couples and adult travelers who want a themed historic stay celebrating Key West's famous writers, with a heated pool, tropical gardens, and complimentary breakfast on a quiet residential street. It is not ideal for families with children or guests who want waterfront or resort-level amenities.
Authors of Key West is a literary-themed guesthouse on White Street celebrating the island's famous writers — Hemingway, Tennessee Williams, Robert Frost, and others. Rooms are named and decorated to honor each author. The property features a heated pool, tropical garden, and complimentary breakfast. It sits on a quiet residential block in the interior of Old Town, walkable to Duval Street and the Hemingway Home. Adults only.
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Before You Book
The details that matter after you've narrowed down your options.
Best for
- Couples
- Literary Enthusiasts
- Quiet Interior Stay
- Themed Experience
Not ideal for
- Families with children — the property is adults-only
- Guests wanting waterfront views, beach access, or resort amenities — this is an interior garden guesthouse
Quick facts
| Address | 725 White St, Key West, FL 33040 |
|---|---|
| Phone | +13052947381 |
| Check-in / Out | 3:00 PM / 11:00 AM |
| Parking | Limited |
| Pets | No |
| Beach access | No |
| Pool(s) | Yes |
| Spa | No |
| EV charging | Unknown |
Location & nearby
Authors of Key West Guesthouse is located in Old Town – White Street / Historic Interior within Key West.
What's nearby
- Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum(0.3 mi, 6 min walk)
- Duval Street(0.3 mi, 6 min walk)
- Key West Cemetery(0.2 mi, 3 min walk)
- Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory(0.4 mi, 8 min walk)
- Southernmost Point Buoy(0.5 mi, 10 min walk)
- Tennessee Williams Museum(0.3 mi, 6 min walk)
Amenities overview
Property highlight features
- Heated Pool
- Tropical Garden
- Complimentary Breakfast
- Literary-Themed Rooms
Pricing positioning
Typical nightly pricing tends to fall in the $$ range, depending on season and room type.
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How Authors of Key West Guesthouse Compares to Other Key West Resorts
Authors of Key West Guesthouse vs The Knowles House
- Authors of Key West Guesthouse wins:Literary-themed guesthouse celebrating Key West writers with author-named rooms
- The Knowles House wins:Elegant Victorian mansion on Eaton Street with period furnishings and classic architecture
Authors of Key West Guesthouse vs The Mermaid & The Alligator
- Authors of Key West Guesthouse wins:Literary-themed White Street guesthouse with author-inspired decor and heated pool
- The Mermaid & The Alligator wins:Victorian B&B on Truman Avenue with individually themed rooms and gourmet breakfast
Authors of Key West Guesthouse vs Andrews Inn & Garden Cottages
- Authors of Key West Guesthouse wins:Literary-themed guesthouse on White Street with heated pool and Key West writer heritage
- Andrews Inn & Garden Cottages wins:Intimate garden cottages on secluded Whalton Lane with private, tucked-away atmosphere
FAQs
What is the literary theme at Authors of Key West?
Each room is named and decorated to honor a famous Key West writer — including Ernest Hemingway, Tennessee Williams, Robert Frost, Elizabeth Bishop, and others who lived or wrote on the island.
Is Authors of Key West adults-only?
Yes, the property is adults-only, catering to couples and adult travelers.
Does Authors of Key West have a pool?
Yes, there is a heated pool in the tropical garden.
Is breakfast included?
Yes, complimentary breakfast is served daily.
How far is Authors of Key West from Duval Street?
Duval Street is about a 6-minute walk from the property on White Street.
Is Authors of Key West near the Hemingway Home?
Yes, the Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum is about a 6-minute walk from the guesthouse.
Is parking available?
Limited parking is available on-site. Street parking in Old Town is scarce.
What street is Authors of Key West on?
The guesthouse is at 725 White Street, a quiet residential street in the interior of Old Town near the Key West Cemetery.