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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
Extremely Disappointing Stay – Villa #7029 at Hawks Cay Resort Our stay in Villa #7029 was extremely disappointing, especially considering the premium price we paid. This property and the customer service fell far below expectations. * Wi-Fi did not work throughout our stay. * Every employee we spoke with gave us different answers, and several had poor attitudes instead of trying to help. * There was complete confusion about where to launch our boat, where to dock it, and where to park our truck and trailer. No one seemed knowledgeable, and no one was willing to assist. * Around 11:00 p.m., after several of us took showers, the ceiling began leaking. Maintenance arrived around 11:45 p.m., looked at it, and left, saying they would return. After waiting, we were told they didn’t have the tools to fix it that night and would come back in the morning. We were then instructed not to use the bathrooms at all overnight. We had six adults and an infant, and the resort had no other villas or rooms available to relocate us. That is completely unacceptable for a resort of this caliber. * The water park was closed for construction, and this was never disclosed before booking. * The website still advertises the dolphin experience, but it has apparently been closed for quite some time. A bartender told us the company went bankrupt. This attraction should not continue to be featured if it no longer exists. * The villa itself is very outdated and not representative of the rates being charged. * The hot tub did not work. * The kitchen was not fully equipped, making meal preparation difficult. * Even more concerning, the front door deadbolt did not work, which is a major safety and security issue. Overall, between the maintenance problems, lack of communication, misleading amenities, poor customer service, and outdated accommodations, this stay was nowhere near what we expected from Hawks Cay Resort. For the amount of money charged, guests deserve clean, well-maintained accommodations, working amenities, accurate advertising, and staff who provide consistent and helpful service. I would not stay in Villa #7029 again and cannot recommend it until these issues are addressed.
Bella C
Patrick’s knowledge on the courts is second to none.
Ryan S
Great service! Jacob was hospitable, with phenomenal attention to customers!
Cristina S
Jacob and Pierre was amazing at the tiki bar ! ! Love coming to this resort ! So worth it 💕💕💕
Jaselyn R
Melissa, the Villa Operations Manager, is truly the backbone of Hawks Cay Resort. Our family has owned a villa here for many years, so we've experienced numerous leadership changes over the years. Without question, Melissa's leadership has been the most impressive and refreshing we've seen. Since she took on this role, the transformation has been remarkable. Communication is consistent, transparent, and proactive. Maintenance is handled with exceptional attention to detail, and for the first time in a long time, villa owners genuinely feel heard, respected, and valued as true partners. The results speak for themselves—our rental revenue is higher than it has ever been, and the villas are once again reflecting the luxury experience that Hawks Cay is known for. Melissa has raised the standard across the board, and it shows in every aspect of the villa program. Kudos to Melissa and the entire Villa team for their hard work and dedication. Melissa is an incredible asset to Hawks Cay, and I sincerely hope she remains with the resort for many years to come. Resort ownership and management are fortunate to have a leader of her caliber, and I hope they recognize just how valuable she truly is.
Jim D
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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.