| parking is free. simple motel rooms sleep up to 4 and feature cable tv, free wi-fi and minifridges; some have patios. other amenities include a freshwater pool, a sandy deck with sunloungers, and a bbq area, as well as a boat ramp and dock. this basic motel overlooking atlantic ocean is a 3-minute walk from windley key fossil reef geological state park and 9 minutes on foot from the marine park theater of the sea. cottages with 2 bedrooms add kitchenettes and ocean views. check-in time: 3:30 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Miami International Airport 1 hr 27
Lignumvitae Key (14 min)
Ranger-guided tours showcase this tiny island's lush forest, accessed by boat or kayak. Keys History & Discovery Center (7 min)
Thoughtful displays & a model depict the early culture & history of the Keys in a sleek space. Theater of the Sea (10 min)
Popular marine park destination for swimming with dolphins, snorkeling & shows in lush setting. Robbie's (12 min)
Marina, pelican, snorkeling, kayaking, and fishing Rain Barrel Village (3 min)
Funky, rustic spot with a big lobster outside for local sculptures, paintings, pottery & gifts. Windley Key (10 min)
Small island featuring a fossil reef geological park with a visitor center & a marine mammal park. Anne's Beach (15 min)
Dedicated to a local environmentalist, this beach features a swim area, picnic tables & boardwalk. Upper Matecumbe Key (5 min) Indian Key Historic State Park (10 min)
Deserted 11-acre island with ruins of an 1800s town & reefs for snorkeling, accessible by boat. Harry Harris Beach and Park (15 min)
Sheltered beach & swimming area with showers, a boat ramp, barbecue areas & sports facilities. Alligator Reef Light House (3 min)
Compact, unique museum with relics, exhibits & equipment showcasing the evolution of diving. Lower Matecumbe Key (13 min)
A small island with lush vegetation, sandy beaches, resort hotels & fishing charters. Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park (3 min)
A former limestone quarry, this park offers trails with cross-section views of fossilized coral. Alligator Reef Light House (6 min)
45-acre park offering a swimming pool, splash pad, sports facilities, playgrounds & ocean access. | 
