Hotel Overview
Good location
Comfortable room. Could have had some fruit for us at the Continental Breakfast besides apples, but...
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L D F
- May 11, 2012
Chelsea House
Nice place. Small Room. Good location. Staff was nice.
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Manny Fish
- May 10, 2012
Historic Key West hotel offers elegant rooms at the heart of Old Town
The historic Chelsea House Pool and Gardens sits at the heart of Old Town Key West. Offering rooms in grand Victorian mansions, which date from 1888 and 1906, Chelsea House Pool and Gardens has classic accommodations with modern amenities. The hotel is located just two blocks from famous Duval Street and within walking distance of the restaurants, shopping, bars, and attractions that fill the historic neighborhoods of Key West. Guests at the Chelsea House Pool and Gardens get free parking, Wi-Fi access, and continental breakfast each morning, and the hotel has a pet policy.Highlights
- Great downtown location, two blocks from Duval Street
- Complimentary continental breakfast
- Guest parking (free)
- Wi-Fi access (free) in courtyard
- Hotel has a pet policy
Rooms
The AAA-approved three-diamond Chelsea House Pool and Gardens offers elegant accommodations, furnished in a historic Key West style. Most rooms feature single beds -- kings, queens or doubles depending on the room -- making them ideal for couples looking to take a romantic escape. However, there are some double queen rooms as well. All guest rooms have private baths with showers, and in-room amenities include cable TVs, telephones, and air conditioning. Most rooms have mini refrigerators, and suites have kitchenettes. Pets may stay in guest rooms, but guests need to make arrangements ahead of time.Features
Built in 1870 and lovingly restored to its former glory, the main mansion at the Chelsea House Pool and Gardens boasts hardwood floors, 14-foot ceilings, antique furnishings, and its many porches and balconies evoke the old days of tropical living in Key West. The hotel offers full amenities, including an outdoor pool with private sunbathing, gardens, and free off-street guest parking. The Chelsea House Pool and Gardens serves a complimentary continental breakfast poolside each morning and guests can stay connected with free Wi-Fi in the courtyard.Transportation
- Key West International Airport (3.1 mi/5 km)
- Miami International Airport (160 mi/256 km)
Attractions
- Ernest Hemingway House and Museum (0.4 mi/0.6 km)
- Harry S. Truman Little White House (1.1 mi/1.8 km)
- Mallory Square (1.1 mi/1.8 km)
- Smathers Beach (2.2 mi/3.5 km)
Business
- Wi-Fi access (free) in courtyard
Chelsea House Rooms
- Queen Room
- Full Size Bed-Private Bath-AC-TV- Phone-Continental Breakfast-Non Smoking
- Superior
- Superior-Upgraded Room-Queen Bed-Ensuite Bath-Mini Fridge-Cont Bkfst-TV Phone-Non Smoking
- King Room
- King Bed-Ensuite Bath-Mini Fridge-AC-TV-Continental Breakfast-Non Smoking
- 2 Queen Beds
- 2 Queen Beds-Private Bath-Mini-Frig-Cable TV-Continental Breakfast-Non-Smoking
- Suite
- Suite-King Bed-Sitting Area-Porch-Kitchen-Cont Breakfast-Non Smoking-Max 2 People
Hotel Map
- Nearby airports
- Key West International Airport, (EYW), 3.36, MI, W;
- Area description
- City Center
Amenities
- Accessible rooms
- Air Conditioned
- AM/FM Alarm Clock
- Concierge Desk
- Continental Breakfast
- Fitness center
- Free breakfast
- Free Local Telephone Calls
- Free parking
- Golf
- Hairdryer in Room
- Health Club
- Heated Pool
- Internet Access
- Meal Plan - Continental
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Pool
- Safe
- Security
- Telephone
- Television with Cable
- Temperature Control
- Tennis
- Wireless Internet
Dining
- Breakfast
- A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning from 830am to 1030 am. Selections include fresh brewed coffee-orange juice- bagels and creme cheese- english muffins with butter and jam- sweet muffins such as banana nut toast- and hot teas
- Near-by restaurants
- There are no dining facilities on-site, but many restaurants and shops are located within walking distance of the hotel.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 03:00 PM
- Check-out:
- 11:00 AM
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (84)
Ratings and reviews for Chelsea House
- All travelers (84) 3.8 / 5
- Business (3) 3.7 / 5
- Couples (68) 3.8 / 5
- Families (7) 4.3 / 5
- Friends (4) 4.3 / 5
- Singles (2) 3 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.7
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.1
- Hotel staff:
- 4.2
- Room comfort:
- 3.5
- Location:
- 4.5
- Value:
- 3.5
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
CWilliams
Key West getaway
This was our first time to Key West. We only stayed for one night but had a lot of fun. The Chelsea house was an amazing place to stay. Very warm and comfortable. I love those old Victorian houses. They are beautiful.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
L D F
Good location
Comfortable room. Could have had some fruit for us at the Continental Breakfast besides apples, but was suficient. Parking a little tight, but we had the bicycles with us, so didn't need to move the truck. Had a great time.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
Play golf at Key West after 1st of May for lower rates.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Manny Fish
Chelsea House
Nice place. Small Room. Good location. Staff was nice.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Birky
Great Key west getaway
The Hotel was very close to the heart of Key West so we could walk. Great pool and lounge area. Close to several scooter places ( a must in Key West).
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Time-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
Get a scooter. You can be all over the island in minutes
Reviewer score
Would recommend
moondog
not a posh B&B
a mish mash of buildings looks better from the curb than inside - room is very small, bathroom even smaller
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Grand Vin for wine no corking fee sit and watch the street ballet on Duval Street in quiet comfort
Reviewer score
Would recommend
moondog
good place if not in room much
room bathroom too small, but good place central location
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Nightlife tip:
Short walk from hotel
smokin tuna - great music
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Sit John A.
Nice setting Tiny room
The garden and pool area is very nice. Good that there is free parking which is unusual in this area. The room was tiny and the bathroom even smalller. That would have been OK if the bed had been comfortable. It was too old, soft and sank in the middle. It was so bad I could hardly get to sleep and had to hang over the side so I didn't roll to the middle. The TV was old and mounted beside the bed so you couldn't watch it in comfort. I think this room is only suited to one person. Not two. No room to put bags. (Room 14) Even with these problems I would go back here with hopefully a better room. Other people said their rooms were great.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Whit C
1 Night Stay
Was in Key Largo for the week and decided to go to Key West for a night. Hotel was competitively priced. Great location. Clean room and nice staff. Would definitely go back.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Lamartine
Key West
a lovely inn, a warm welcome and a perfect location. add a good solid breakfast, there is nothing to complain about. Oh yes, perhaps the price slightly over what I would have expected. But all in all, a great place to stay at in Key West.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
RichK
Chelsea House
The main problem with our room was the size of the bathroom. Showering was difficult and there was very little space for bathroom and showering items. I would suggest to the owners that they invest in some shower caddies. The room itself was spacious. with a nice shared balcomy. The bed was comfortable. If you stay at the Chelsea House, would suggest a room towards the back because Truman Ave. is one of the main roads into town and can be quite noisy with a considerable amount of truck ,motorbike and motorcycle noise. While close to Duvall street, it is a long walk to the waterfront area. A plus is the considerable amount of off street parking. If you can decide where you want to go and what you want to see in Key West and then see how centrally Chelsea House is to those locations.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
