| surrounded by lush, tropical trees, and in a building facing the atlantic ocean, this relaxed hotel off the overseas highway is a mile from the laura quinn wild bird sanctuary. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. the bright rooms come with free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and minifridges, as well as coffeemakers. other amenities include an outdoor pool, a hot tub and a private beach area. suites provide separate living areas and full kitchens. upgraded rooms add balconies and ocean views. breakfast, parking, and use of kayaks, bikes and fishing gear are complimentary
Miami International Airport 1 hr 14
SS Benwood (6 min)
Scuba diving Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park (15 min)
A former limestone quarry, this park offers trails with cross-section views of fossilized coral. Windley Key (15 min)
Small island featuring a fossil reef geological park with a visitor center & a marine mammal park. Laura Quinn Wild Bird Sanctuary (3 min)
Reserve for injured birds, with herons, cormorants & owls, plus daily pelican feeding sessions. Caribbean Watersports (6 min)
Parasailing and snorkeling Alligator Reef Light House (14 min)
45-acre park offering a swimming pool, splash pad, sports facilities, playgrounds & ocean access. Alligator Reef Light House (18 min)
Compact, unique museum with relics, exhibits & equipment showcasing the evolution of diving. John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park (12 min)
Undersea park with vibrant marine life on view via snorkeling, glass-bottom boat tours & kayaking. Blond Giraffe Key Lime Pie Factory (5 min)
Classic & unique versions of key lime pie, plus coffee & packaged sweets, with outdoor tables. Dolphins Plus Bayside (11 min)
Marine education facility offers all levels of swimming with the dolphins in a natural lagoon. The African Queen (8 min)
Canal cruises on a restored 1912 steamboat, seen in the Humphrey Bogart film The African Queen. Upper Matecumbe Key (20 min) Theater of the Sea (18 min)
Popular marine park destination for swimming with dolphins, snorkeling & shows in lush setting. Harry Harris Beach and Park (9 min)
Sheltered beach & swimming area with showers, a boat ramp, barbecue areas & sports facilities. | 
