Bayside Inn Key Largo

We arrived late, after a full days shopping at Sawgrass mills outlett/mall and a two hour drive, and found the hotel very easily - stopped at a Winn Dixie along the way (and several more times there during our days of stay) which we highly recommend, only about five minutes north. This was our last stop on our 10 day road-trip around Florida and it was the perfect spot, and hotel, to have two days of final lazy recreation before flying back home (especially after three intense days at Universal Orlando, Kennedy Space center and Sawgrass mills). The surroundings are b-e-a-u-t-i-f-u-l, and only like a 30 second walk away down to the small harbor/pier/beach - i.e. the private little shoreline property next to a great Tiki restaurant with an amazing view of the sunset (and really good food). At the time of our stay all the hotels kayaks were being serviced, but we did go out on SUP's instead - in the calm, clear and beautiful waters (saw a Sting-ray lazily coasting by beneath us and several other exotic looking fishes). As in virtually all hotels we stayed in during our trip the AC was a bit loud, but a part from other hotels it wasn't actually noisy and didn't rattle - and like all others it kept the room at a nice and cool temperature in the otherwise very humid days we stayed. After reading reviews here on Booking I was afraid the water pressure would be an issue and I can say that there was a loss in pressure when turning the shower-knob to warm/hot but it stayed at an adequate stream, so no quibble there. Room was clean and smelled nice, beds were wide and of a suitable firmness and we had plenty of room. As an extra bonus, that set it apart from other hotels we stayed in during our trip, this room had a roll-down blind which managed to make it much darker than all others - very much appreciated!

The office staff was super friendly! We enjoyed how close the bay was to the hotel. And snooks restaurant was right next door.

Overall a great place. Staff was friendly and they have a coffee machine with Starbucks coffee, tea and hot chocolate. Everything looked remodeled. Grounds and beach area are well kept. We loved the beach area. You can get in the water and snorkel, or take a kayak or long board out. They are included with the resort fee and are on a first come, first serve. Room was a good size, recently remodeled. Highlight was waking up to the roosters. They roam around with the chickens and 2 cats. We even saw the resident iguanas.

Walking distance to the beach. Plenty of chairs are provided for sunset viewing. The on-site restaurant met our needs. We sat at the first bar area. Hard to hear the music but we were able to carry on a conversation without yelling. Bartender that night was extremely helpful, friendly and took good care of us.

I loved my stay at the Bayside Inn Key Largo. The staff is great, especially Risa at the front desk. We went with 3 other couples and she held our rooms close to each other. The rooms are very big and comfortable. The bed was comfortable as well. And the views of the sunset were great! I would recommend the hotel to anyone. And the location was very convenient! It was right next door to Snooks, a really fun and lively bar and restaurant!