Hawks Cay Resort
Duck Key, Florida
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About the Hotel
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!
Location
Hawks Cay Resort
61 Hawks Cay Blvd.
Duck Key, Florida
33050
Nearest Airport: MIA
Amenities & Services
- Pool
- Spa
- Laundry Service
- Fitness Center
- Bicycles Available
- Bar/Lounge
- Pet-Friendly Rooms
- Boutique
- Kids Club/Programs
- Tennis Court
Reviews for Hawks Cay Resort
Was just ok
Overall, our stay at Hawks Cay was underwhelming. The villas shown on the website did not feel representative of what we actually received. Ours was dated, smaller than expected, and felt cramped. We also had ongoing issues with WiFi and cell service throughout the property, which was frustrating. The food and coffee at the café were mediocre, especially considering the prices. On the positive side, the front desk staff and maintenance was helpful when we needed to move villas because of the WiFi issues, and the pool area was nice. Unfortunately, for the price and based on how the resort is presented online, we expected a much better overall experience.
Hpalmer449 - Mount Royal, New Jersey
Fun & Friendly Hawks Cay
We stayed at Hawks Cay for 2 nights and 3 days. The property is exceptional. Perfect for adult friends only or families with kids. The staff is just so friendly. I can't wait to go back!
TVA99 - Naples, Florida
Great service
Yarlenny was very helpful, attentive and gave fantastic service. We were very impressed with her.
Lorena S
Thank You Honor
Last vacation of 2026, we stayed at hawks cay. Customer Service was super. Especially Honor. He upgraded us to a larger room and sent us a nice wine amenity. We had a rough stay back in November when they were chancing their systems.
Cathy S
Upgraded Service
We’ve been coming to Hawks Cay with our family for years, and this year was by far the best service we’ve ever experienced. The person who truly stood out was Manager Jeff Kertzer. Jeff was consistently by the door greeting guests as they walked in, offering to personally walk them to the front desk to check in, and always doing it with a genuine smile. What impressed me even more was overhearing him interact with his staff. His tone was positive, respectful, and encouraging, and he made a point to compliment them on a job well done. It says a lot about a manager when you see how they treat both guests and their team. This was the best attitude and level of hospitality we’ve seen at Hawks Cay in years, and it absolutely made a difference in our stay. Bravo to Jeff and the entire team for the great service. We’re already looking forward to coming back!
Susan C - Davie, Florida
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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.
