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On the small, secluded island of Duck Key, aquamarine waters sparkle under the South Floridian sun, bottlenose dolphins readily greet guests, and visitors and locals alike discover the best seaside dining, coastal living and aquatic adventures. Hawks Cay Resort, an iconic destination resort in the Florida Keys. A recipient of the prestigious AAA Four Diamond Award and a member of the Preferred Hotel Group Lifestyle Collection, this 60-acre, tropical destination boasts 177 guestrooms and 210 two- and three-bedroom villas, a full-service marina, six restaurants, saltwater lagoon, five swimming pools, kid and teen clubs and spa.
Situated roughly halfway between Key Largo and Key West alongside the aquamarine water of the Atlantic Ocean, guests enjoy offshore, flats and backcountry fishing; diving; kayaking; standup paddleboarding programs; Hawks Cay tennis program and the only resort-based Dolphin Connection program with complimentary daily viewings in the continental U.S. We've got it all in one place so you can choose to do everything or nothing at all at our Florida Keys Resort!
Hawks Cay Resort
61 Hawks Cay Blvd.
Duck Key, Florida
33050
Nearest Airport: MIA
The resort is beautiful. Kim drove us around in the golf cart. He was super knowledgeable, helpful and friendly.
Austin L - West Palm Beach, Florida
Here is my first time experience at Hawks Cay, it was outstanding from start to finish. Upon arrival, the check-in process was seamless, and the front desk associate did a fantastic job walking me through the property map and explaining parking—making me feel comfortable and oriented right away. The room itself was clean, spacious, and well-appointed, providing the perfect setting for both relaxation and productivity. I was there for a business meeting, which went well in such a beautiful environment. What truly elevated the experience was the level of service. After our meeting wrapped up, the hotel director, Simon, went above and beyond by personally making dinner reservations for us at Salt + Ash right from his phone—an unexpected and much-appreciated touch. Before dinner, we stopped by the pool bar, where the bartender was warm and engaging and provided an excellent cocktail. It set the tone for a fantastic evening. Dinner at Salt + Ash was absolutely delightful. It’s clear why the chef is so highly regarded. Each dish was memorable—from the fresh ceviche and flavorful mushroom flatbread to the perfectly prepared steak frites and the fish of the day. The mac and cheese and roasted cauliflower sides were equally impressive. To end the night, I was craving an espresso martini but didn’t want the caffeine. Without hesitation, our server offered to make it with decaf—small detail, big impact. It was delicious and paired perfectly with the key lime dessert. The next morning, I grabbed a breakfast sandwich and tea at the café, and to my surprise, Simon himself was there assisting and serving guests. His attentiveness and leadership are clearly reflected in the entire team. It’s evident that this level of care and involvement is what drives the exceptional service, top-tier food, and overall quality across the resort. Hawks Cay delivers a truly memorable experience—I would absolutely return and highly recommend it for both business and leisure stays.
Emily L
I have been to Hawks Cay many times for both business and pleasure. I must say the resort is outstanding from the greeting at Valet to the time of checkout. I also ran into Simon Curtis the F&B director early morning at the grab and go and was very accommodating when I had some questions and he engaged with the staff in a fantastic manner. I look forward to returning!
Gail C
Kim gave us a great tour! Wonderful campus!
Anna U
Jacob was awesome during our stay at Hawks Cay. Super friendly, attentive, and genuinely made the experience more fun every time we stopped by the bar. He was quick with drinks, gave great recommendations, and kept a great attitude even when things got busy. You can tell he really cares about guests having a good time. Thanks again, Jacob — you definitely made our trip better!
Grant C
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Wife and I stayed here for our honeymoon. Great resort, great food, great service!
-Ed K.
I took my husband here this year for his birthday and we stayed 10 nights! The place is absolutely perfect! From the grounds to the staff, everything is top notch!
-Amy M.
This year was our first visit to the Keys and therefore first time to stay at Hawks Cay. People, please listen, this is a great place to vacation! The service is impeccable and the staff was not just helpful, but truly friendly and wonderful to interact with. We didn't catch names very well, but the lady responsible for our room was lovely in heart and soul as well as the tram driver. Great, great place. And for me, the food the entire week was awesome, top-notch, delicious and I'll certainly come back.
-Damon M.
This resort is magnificent. We stayed here for mini-lobster season and it was phenomenal. The room was so big and the bed was very comfy! The staff were so nice to us and it was very easy to launch our boat. Can't wait for the upcoming mini season! We'll definitely be staying here again!
-Erika S.
A wonderful place to totally relax and enjoy the beautiful water of the Florida Keys!
-Elaine G.