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Key West Accommodations at The
Gardens Hotel Key West - All
rooms,
suites and cottages at The
Gardens Hotel in Key West are as varied and unique as the surrounding flora. Standard accommodations at The
Gardens Hotel Key West feature private entrances, outdoor
verandahs, marble
baths most with
Jacuzzi tubs, in
room refrigerator,
telephones,
coffee maker,
flat screen color
cable TV,
CD player,
air conditioning, ceiling fans, fluffy
spa robes, naturally
healthy soaps and shampoos. Accommodations at The
Gardens Hotel Key West feature finely crafted Bahamian plantation style furnishings in yew and mahogany have been chosen from around the world for their incomparable quality and style. Hand selected original art by some of the most renowned Florida Keys artists compliment the decor. Luxurious bedding dressed in the finest Italian linens and custom
duvets in tropical fabrics will assure a restful nights sleep. A delicious
breakfast buffet is served al fresco on the wide porches adjoining the carriage house and
pool bar, which overlook our renowned Key West
gardens. Located in the original Peggy Mills Mansion these second floor accommodations feature queen beds dressed in luxury linens, wooden floors, crown molding, and
balcony access. Located in a secluded area of the property overlooking the expansive brick
patio, the
Garden Rooms all have outdoor
verandahs, king beds dressed in the finest European linens, crown moldings, and marble
baths with
Jacuzzi tubs. These spacious and luxuriously appointed accommodations are situated on the
courtyard overlooking the fountain and feature king beds dressed in designer linens and feature all original art work from renowned Key West artists. Light, bright and airy with beautiful
verandah and beautiful
baths with
Jacuzzi's. This Romantic stand alone cottage is perfect for honeymoons and anniversary
celebrations. Secluded setting within a walled and gated entrance. Private
verandah, private
parking, large
luxurious bedroom with king bed, vaulted ceiling, sitting area with settee, and luxurious marble
bath with
Jacuzzi tub and separate
shower make this truly one of a kind. The Ultimate in luxury. The Master
suite features full
living room with sofabed,
bathroom, two
flat screen plasma
TV's, amazing
bedroom with soaring cathedral ceilings, king bed dressed in designer linens, sitting area, work station, fainting couch, his and her
closets and a
bank of French doors opening up onto a large private
verandah overlooking the
gardens. The Master
bath is positively decadent with marble floors, double basin sinks, oversized
Jacuzzi tub, separate
shower, water
closet with
bidet, and private
Sauna. The location of this unit and the expansive vaulted ceilings make the Carriage House Front a delightful choice at The
Gardens. Located directly above the
pool, this large
room features, a private
veranda with views of the
pools and
gardens, king bed, crown moldings, luxurious linens,
flat screen TV, and marble
bath with
Jacuzzi tub. Located in the rear of the 2 unit Carriage House Building, this
room features hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, king bed dressed in luxury linens, and a marble
bath with
Jacuzzi tub. There is no
veranda associated with this unit, but it is located a short distance from the
pool and is modestly priced in the same category as the Historic
rooms. High Season Jan 1 - May 28 Dec 20 - 25. Mid Season May 29- Aug 14 Oct 1 - Dec 19. Low Season Aug 15 - Sept 30. High Plus Fant. Fest New Years 5 night min. Higher rates apply during holidays and special events (Valentine Day, Easter, July 4th, Labor Day, Poker Run, etc). Rates include our island
breakfast served either in the Atrium or the
Gardens.
Room rates subject to sales tax of. 11.5%. Rates are based on single or double occupancy and are subject to change without notice. Higher rates apply during special events and holidays. Pets and children under 16 are not allowed. Minimum stays apply to holiday and weekends. Historic
Rooms have queen size beds and full
baths. All other
rooms and
suites have King beds with marble
baths and
Jacuzzi tubs. All
rooms have
air conditioning,
flat screen hi def
TVs, Fanimation ceiling fans,
spa robes,
refrigerators,
coffee maker,
hair dryers, cd/clock
radio,
safes, and natural
healthy bath amenities. Master
suite includes
living room, 2nd
bathroom, Water
closet with
Bidet, his and her
closets and in-
room Sauna. A deposit is required to confirm your reservation. Cancellation and shortened stays require at least 30 days notice and in any case a processing fee of $50 will apply. Check in time is 3:00 p.m.; check out time is 11:00 a.m. We accept Mastercard, Visa, American Express and Discover. Any stay beyond 4 nights, requires a 2 night deposit. Savoring a chilled glass of champagne in the privacy of our exquisite
gardens, our guests quickly realize that selecting this elegant property is the only choice of visitors seeking the highest level of luxury.
The
Gardens Hotel Key West Accommodations In A Class by Itself Intimate, the accommodations at The
Gardens Hotel in Key West include a total of 17 richly appointed
rooms,
suites, and cottages all set within the Historic Key West estate of The Peggy Mills Botanical
Gardens. Each of our Key West accommodations at The
Gardens Hotel Key West offer views of the tropical
gardens and have expansive outdoor
verandahs. All accommodations at The
Gardens Hotel Key West are newly decorated with custom curtains and brass and
iron beds and are dressed in complimentary designer linens in rich tropical prints. Traditional imported yew or mahogany furnishing and plush seating compliment the original artwork by renowned Key West artists that grace the walls at The
Gardens Hotel Key West. Expansive marble
baths with
Jacuzzi tubs, Fanimation ceiling fans, polished oak hardwood floors, gilded beveled
mirrors and soft Caribbean colors complement the decor. In addition to our exquisitely landscaped grounds guests of The
Gardens Hotel in Key West will find the following special features on our property: There is no standard like The
Gardens Hotel Key West. Fountains and tranquil ponds.
Pool bar (open limited hours). It is our pleasure to provide our valued guests the finest amenities they would expect in a small luxury hotel, such as The
Gardens Hotel Key West. Each of our
rooms,
suites and cottages come fully equipped with the following: Color
cable television. Climate controlled
air conditioning. Complimentary island
breakfast.
Massage service (On grounds or in
room). Valet
Laundry service
The original mansion at The
Gardens Hotel Key West, a fine example of the Bahamian style of architecture was built in the 1800s and is currently listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In 1930 The
Gardens mansion was purchased by Peggy Mills, who envisioned creating a botanical
gardens on the property and began purchasing adjacent buildings and land until she had acquired one-quarter of a city block. To clear the land she had 13 existing buildings -demolished sparing only her home and the quaint gate house. It is said that when she first purchased The
Gardens mansion the property was barren and she started her
gardening career by planting 6 coconuts upside down. From the beginning of her ambitious project she envisioned creating a
garden that would one day be enjoyed by the public. From 1930 until 1968, when the
gardens were first opened to the public she went to extraordinary lengths to make her vision a reality. Mrs. Mills began collecting plants in earnest and eventually obtained a permit to collect plants from all over the world. She was known in Key West as The lady of the orchids for her rare collection of Hawaiian and Japanese orchids which flourished on the trees. As she was collecting her vast array of botanicals, Mrs. Mills was also busy purchasing 87,000 century old bricks from Cuba, Honduras and England. With these bricks she designed and built winding pathways and intimate seating areas throughout the
gardens. She also began to collect antique statuaries to further enhance the
gardens appeal... Among the
gardens more curious features are four one-ton earthenware jars called tinajones (teena-HONE-ez) which were used by Spanish settlers to catch rainwater for drinking. Being a family friend of then President Batista, she was able to remove the jars and rare botanicals from Cuba. The tinajones had to be moved over 300 miles by oxcart to Cuba and then re-crated with rubber bumpers for the
trip to the United States. They were eventually hauled to Key West in sod trucks. They remain a fixture of the
gardens today and are the only tinajones to be found in the country. Following Peggy Mills death in 1979, there were several changes in ownership of the property until it was purchased by Bill and Corrina Hettinger in 1992. They envisioned the property as an exclusive Key West luxury hotel. A multi-million dollar renovation of the original structures was undertaken and two additional structures were built to replicate the grand manor houses found in the Bahamas. These new structures currently house the
garden and
courtyard accommodations. In September of 1996, Kate Miano moved to Key West and with no prior experience in running an Inn, opened the original Ambrosia House on Fleming Street, one block away from The
Gardens Hotel Key West. She became experienced rather quickly learning how to book a reservation and make a bed at the same time. Three and a half years later she managed to purchase the property directly across the street, and Ambrosia Too was born. Since moving from St. Louis, Kate always coveted The
Gardens Hotel Key West, and when it finally went back on the market in 2004, she immediately put it under contract. Owning and managing The
Gardens Hotel Key West is the fulfillment of her dream. The
Gardens Hotel · 526 Angela Street, Key West, FL 33040 (800)526-2664 or (305)294-2661 Email
Key West
Weddings at The
Gardens Hotel Key West. Romantic Elegant Intimate The
Gardens Hotel, the perfect place to say I do. Your
wedding day, the way you always dreamed it would be, begins with choosing the right location. Imagine Relaxing
poolside savoring chilled champagne Romantic evenings sitting on your
verandah or enjoying moonlit moments in the
spa under a canopy of palms while enveloped in fragrant frangipani
Massages in a secluded section of the extensive
gardens surrounded by tropical vegetation. The
Garden Hotel is available to guests and non guests for small intimate
wedding parties. Our property offers an enclosed walled lush tropical
garden setting with exotic palm trees dripping with orchids and meandering century old brick pathways. Secluded alcoves are dotted with colorful butterflies while restored Bahamian buildings reminiscent of the great Plantation houses of the Caribbean blend with our modern facilities. Special accommodations for the
wedding couple include oversized
Jacuzzi tubs, private gated cottage, cathedral ceilings, a luxurious Master
Suite with in
room sauna and much more. Selected Best for Romance 2006 by Traveler Choice The
Gardens Hotel is the perfect place for your honeymoon.