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November 2023 by Kristin Mazziotta
This was a cute little hotel / cottage we stayed in and in a great location too. We checked in on a Friday, and out on a Monday for a total of three nights. Two of those nights our TV was not working - it was stuck in Spanish and with a "NEW TV" side bar that would not go away. Additionally, on the second night, the TV went dim and we couldn't even see it. We went to the office which said it was open until 8PM, but apparently they closed early because it was just after 7PM and it was locked up. I called the emergency phone number and did speak to someone who offered to come out that night, but it would have been too late. The issue was resolved the next day with a new TV, which was nice. Aside from that, the bathroom was outside in a secluded area. This was fine and all, but I didn't see anywhere that it was mentioned in the booking, that may be my fault for not researching. The only couple issues we had were we were worried about the rain and the fact that the area was not fully covered. Also, when showering, the drainage isn't the best, so the entire floor gets wet - including the toilet area and near the door back to the room. There was a cracked and very loose tile in the floor of our room, which wasn't a bother to us, but if our son was there, it may have been more of a problem. Overall, it was one of the better places we have stayed at in the keys and we would stay here again in the future.
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November 2023 by Jenn Sliko Meyer
These are cute cottages full of Keys Character. The room was clean and the bed was comfy. But there is no insulation and you can hear everything in adjacent rooms. Also, it is directly underneath the flight path for the airport, so we frequently heard the planes overhead. Finally, all outdoor seating is next to the parking or at the tiki bar - nowhere to just relax.
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October 2023 by Kristina Anderjack
Best stay at the keys! Staff was super friendly, laid back environment, pet friendly, free coffee in morning, taco truck food was amazing! The atmosphere was peaceful and quiet. The location was walking distance to the water that was beautiful got to see parrot fish, tarpon, all kinds of wildlife and our last morning sitting outside a rainbow ? was there to see us off, was sad to go!!! I totally recommend Tropical Cottages!!! Beautiful, clean rooms, comfortable rooms!!!Rooms: Rooms were beautiful with a perfect rustic touch of the Florida Keys!Food & drinks: They have their own taco truck which was delicious and a full service tiki bar!
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October 2023 by Wilson Alvarez
My recent stay at Tropical Cottages left much to be desired. Despite a seemingly friendly check-in process at approximately 4 PM, my experience took a disappointing turn.Upon entering our room, we were surprised to find outdoor showers, which were not ideal for our comfort. The air-conditioning system also struggled to maintain a comfortable temperature.When I approached the staff about my concerns, they were polite but cited a no-refund policy based on the signed paperwork. What troubled me most was the brevity of my stay, less than 20 minutes, and the lack of flexibility in addressing our concerns.Additionally, the atmosphere on the property was eerily quiet, with the tiki bar empty and the overall vibe somewhat isolated. This raised suspicions that the establishment may not be the welcoming retreat it appeared to be.I believe every guest deserves a pleasant experience, and my intention in sharing this review is to highlight areas that require improvement. I hope this feedback helps enhance the guest experience at Tropical Cottages and ensures fair treatment of all guests, especially those who may be vulnerable to such situations.Your attention to these concerns is greatly appreciated.
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October 2023 by Joe R
Read the reviews and be advised! No matter what, there is no refunds or resolutions to your issues! Note: There is NO in room Wi-Fi!! Only in the “common area”, aka parking lot!; the “new” A/Cs do not work and they are not able to service them. The person they sent to work in mine, had to be told how to point the remote at the unit. They told me I’d need to go OUTSIDE to the power box to turn on and off as needed!!!; They are very unresponsive! No one in the office “open 9-5 daily” during my entire stay! The tiki bartender is the on-prem person!!! I explained the situation, went out to eat and nothing! I finally called the emergency number and got a call back 4 hours later!?! And they said they came to the room before but I wasn’t there!??! They do NOT CARE about your issue or customer service, just your money! I’m not sure it isn’t intentional, to get the money without the service. No wonder no one was staying there! Buyer beware.
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September 2023 by Sarah Whittington Johnston
I’m giving this place 5 stars because it completely lived up to its description. It’s exactly as advertised, and the pricing is fair compared to other options in the area. Our cottage was clean and simple, which was perfect for our family (my husband, wife, and two chihuahuas). The grounds, although a bit smaller than they seem online, are still charming. The cottages are nicely spaced out, so even when a dog barks in one, it doesn’t bother the others.The air conditioning worked like a dream, and when we had a minor hiccup, the maintenance team arrived within minutes with know-how and a smile.The Tropical Cottages are an excellent choice for budget-conscious families (especially with pets) and their location is convenient, putting you close to beautiful beaches and key attractions.
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September 2023 by Patrick Lawson
Don’t take an off property rental from these folks. It was awful. Code didn’t work was given the master, grill didn’t work, bathroom door off the hinges wouldn’t latch. Dog fences everywhere outside. Was more of a room off a main house which smoked out our room burning food and setting off alarms at midnight.
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August 2023 by Miriam Cope
Had a wonderful stay . Bed nice and comfy. The food truck/tiki bar very convenient. The bartender Andrew told us abound the 2conchs sandbar boat ride,.it was GREAT fun!.
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July 2023 by Debra Byron
Best stay for what you pay!Very clean and definitely has that tropical vibe! Word of advice book directly, 3rd party booking may be an issue. It was for me, but the front desk worked with us and it was an overall great experience.
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June 2023 by Aaron Zaffuto
Cozy cottages and great cheap food. Staff was friendly and Tiki the white cat welcomed us on our first night. I will be staying here again, the price and location are perfect.
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June 2023 by J Newnam
We love the cottages . The self check in , no hassles and such a wonderful place to chill in the keys . Recommend to everyone who doesn’t want to pay a small fortune for a place .This was our second time . Shower had a problem and owner sent someone there in sixty seconds lol . Love these folks .Rooms: Totally old school keysNearby activities: The upper keysSafety: Feels very safe for family as a whole for sureFood & drinks: Bar on site , food truck on siteNoteworthy details: Charming and extremely clean !!!
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May 2023 by Stephanie Martin-Boyce
This place is centrally located. Very beautiful and cozy. A perfect getaway for 2 people.
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May 2023 by Christelle Greub
We had a late check-in and they still welcomed us in person. The staff kindly rented us a room for two people. The place was very charming, the room was shaped like a small house. The room was nicely clean and we had everything we needed, even a small kitchenette. The place has a food truck and a bar which is nice to spend the evening to.The staff was very kind, glad we made a stop there !
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April 2023 by Jordan Carpenter
So I came across these cottages before I even pulled the trigger on driving from Michigan to the keys with very low expectations due to the cost of the cottages and location this place blew me away we stayed in cabin 12 for 3 nightsRooms were clean and the Food truck and Tiki bar just sweeted the deal and was so
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March 2023 by Arleen
Bed was comfortable. That was all I can say that was good. They seem to be good people who run this, but we never met them. Very strong cleaning solution used. Fabuloso? The fumes were very strong and triggered my Asthma coughing, even after an hour of open doors/windows. My asthma had been stable for months. Things looked like they were clean, but dated. The tile floor was broken as were the 2 wicker chairs. We knew the bathroom was outdoors, however beyond the solid 6 foot high fence was the parking lot. Everyone could hear what you were doing in the bathroom. Shower and sink water did not get hot at all. Overhead were low flying aircraft. Roosters starting loud screaming at 1 am and continued all night. If all of this sounds good to you, go for it.
