Ernest Hemingway and his wife Pauline bought the Euro-Spanish house at 123 Whitehead Street in 1931. Pauline had been an editor of Paris Vogue and brought this chandelier with her from France.
LODGING
Many fine Key West hotels, inns and B&Bs offer substantially discounted rates to Seminar and Workshop attendees. Be sure to mention the Key West Literary Seminar when you ask for rates. We encourage you to book early, as only a limited number of rooms have been set aside. It is often possible to save the cost of the Seminar by using the discounted rates. Please be mindful that the 2nd session of the Seminar is being held during the World Regatta (Yachting Race Week, January 18-26), so rooms will be scarce.
The Eden House, 1015 Fleming Street, will serve as home for our expanded writers' workshop program. The Old Town Manor
Walk time indicates how far accommodations are from the San Carlos Institute at 516 Duval Street.
Two of Key West's most charming facilities serve as official headquarters for our Seminar:
Marquesa Hotel
(10 min. walk)600 Fleming St.
800-869-4631
AAA Four Diamond rating
www.marquesa.com
Paradise Inn
(5-10 min. walk)819 Simonton St.
800-888-9648
(10% discount for Seminar registrants)
www.theparadiseinn.com
Other Seminar supporters and discounted accommodations:
Ambrosia Key West
(10 minute walk)622 Fleming St.
305-296-9838
Close to Duval Street, Ambrosia Key West offers an atmosphere of total relaxation. Rooms, suites, and town homes are furnished with either a queen- or king-sized bed dressed in designer linens. Start your day with a complimentary deluxe continental breakfast, served in our gazebo, while listening to the soothing sounds of the waterfall. Spend your afternoon in one of our three tranquil pools surrounded by gently swaying palm trees. Amenities include: air conditioning, ceiling fan, refrigerator, coffee maker, cable TV, cordless phone, voice mail, high-speed internet access, and original artwork by local artists from the Florida Keys. Ambrosia welcomes children, friendly pets, and all major credit cards.
Ambrosia offers a 15% discount to Seminar registrants.
www.Ambrosiakeywest.com
Andrews Inn &Garden Cottages
(5 minute walk)0 Whalton Lane
888-263-7393 or 305-294-7730
Perfectly located in the heart of old town, we offer 10 rooms and suites starting at $179 per night. Please mention the Seminar when booking to receive a 10% discount. Lush courtyard, heated pool, daily cocktail hour, and expanded champagne continental breakfast. Cottages include full kitchens and private decks with jacuzzis.
www.andrewsinn.com
Crowne Plaza Key West- La Concha
430 Duval StreetKey West, FL 33040
(305) 296-2991
Please call hotel directly for special Literary Rate of $207 per night.
The Crowne Plaza Key West greets our guests with the grandest lobby in all of Key West. Built in 1926, the Hotel has housed such luminaries as Presidents Harry Truman and Dwight D. Eisenhower, Ernest Hemingway when he wrote "To Have and Have Not," and Tennessee Williams when he wrote "A Streetcar Named Desire." Centrally located on Duval Street, and only blocks away from a variety of restaurants, cafes, nightclubs, and unique shops found in Old Town Key West. We are within walking distance of Fort Zachary Taylor, the Lighthouse Museum, Mallory Square, Hemingway House, and many more local attractions!
www.laconchakeywest.com
Curry Mansion Inn
(5 minute walk)511 Caroline Street
Key West, FL 33040
(1-800-253-3466
Winner Conde Nast Readers Choice Top One Hundred Hotels
The Curry Mansion Inn, located four blocks from the ferry terminal and one-half block from Duval Street, offers guests a relaxed yet luxurious setting. With its beautifully proportioned high-ceilinged rooms, wide and welcoming veranda, Tiffany sliding glass doors, antique furnishings, and soaring widow’s walk, the mansion offers an unparalleled example of Key West’s heritage of elegance. Adjoining the mansion are comfortable rooms surrounding a tropical courtyard and sun-drenched heated pool. Guests of the Curry Mansion Inn enjoy a complimentary full, hot breakfast, evening cocktail party, and on site parking. 10% discount for Seminar participants.
www.currymansion.com
Cypress House and Guest Studios
(5-10 min. walk)601 Caroline St.
800-525-2488 or 305-294-6969
10% discount for Seminar participants
Elaborate daily breakfast buffet with freshly baked muffins and sweetbreads, fresh bagels, and a daily hot breakfast entree, served each morning 8:00 until 11:00. Our legendary evening happy hour at poolside includes a self-service full bar, snacks, beer, wine, and soft drinks.
7 night minimum during Race Week and no discount available
Duval Quarters
(10-15 min. walk)
415 Julia Street
305-292-4040
Seminar rates: $129 - $149. Four night minimum. Mention Seminar.
The guesthouse has been upgraded (including wireless internet access), but rates are still priced for the budget-conscious
www.duvalquarters.com
The Eden House
(15 min. walk)1015 Fleming St.
305-296-6868
10 % discount for Seminar registrants; an additional discount is possible during the workshop program.
A tranquil, peaceful setting with all the amenities and none of the attitude. In historic old town Key West, just a short walk from Duval Street. Eden House hotel offers affordable rates, a heated pool, Jacuzzi, elevated sundeck, waterfalls, hammocks, swings, garden cafe, and friendly service - all in a lush, tropical setting.
www.edenhouse.com
El Patio Motel
(20 min. walk)800 Washington St.
866-533-518
40 % discount for Seminar registrants.
El Patio is a 30 room motel designed in 1950s Art Deco style. We have two levels, surrounding a lush tropical garden and fountain. On the third level of our motel we feature a peaceful, private roof deck with tropical plants. El Patio also has a sparkling swimming pool and a spacious sunning area. We are located on the Atlantic side of old town Key West, 2 blocks from the beach and 3 blocks from Duval Street.
www.elpatiomotel.com
Garden House
(10 min walk)329 Elizabeth Street
800-695-6453 or 305-296-5368
Queen rooms staring at $179
10% discount to Seminar attendees.
Located in the heart of the historic district in Key West, Florida, the Garden House offers affordable accommodations just two blocks from central Duval Street. Quietly enjoy tropical breezes while relaxing in our heated lagoon-style pool/spa, surrounded by lush tropical foliage and super-friendly innkeepers. Continental breakfast and beer & wine happy hour included with the price of your room. Call 800-695-6453 or
305-296-5368 between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. for your reservation
requests.
www.the-garden-house.com
The Grand
(20 min. walk)1116 Grinnell St.
888-947-2630 or 305-294-0590
$138 - $188 plus tax per night
Historic cigar maker's rooming house, remodeled in 1997 into delightful, tropical rooms with private baths. Frommer's Travel Guide favorite for the last six years. Complimentary continental breakfast. Reasonable rates and free parking. Our Literary Seminar regulars return year after year. 15% discount to Seminar participants, 4-night minimum stay required.
www.thegrandguesthouse.com
Island House
(15-20 min. walk)1129 Fleming St.
800-294-6284
10% discount off rates for Seminar attendees.
Please mention the Literary Seminar when you call to book.
Private, clothing-optional resort for men in old town Key West. Poolside café and bar. Luxury rooms with our heavenly beds. Heated pool, fully-equipped gym, sauna, steamroom, two Jacuzzis, and erotic video room. We were recently named “The best gay men's resort in the world” by OUT Traveler magazine.
www.IslandHouseKeyWest.com
Key West Bed & Breakfast
Classic Caribbean Casual415 William Street
800-438-6155 or 305-296-7274
Ask for special Seminar rates -$110-$225 plus tax
www.keywestbandb.com
Nassau House
(10-15 min. walk)Rated # 2 in Key West by TripAdvisor
1016 Fleming St.
800-296-8513
15% discount off rates for Seminar attendees.
(Please mention you are attending the Key West Literary Seminar)
Unique & charming Old Town B & B featuring a
wonderful location in a quiet residential setting with
heated lagoon pool, nicely appointed rooms, a
tasty continental breakfast with many home-baked items ,
and happy hour in the afternoon.
www.nassauhouse.com
Ocean Breeze Inn
(15 min. walk)625 South St.
305-296-2829
877-879-2362
15% discount for Seminar attendees
Old Town charm, Key West unique. 15-room resort motel ideally located in old town, heated pool, free parking.
www.oceanbreezeinn.com
Old Town Manor
Old Town Manor is located just steps off of Duval Street in the heart of old town, fewer than 2 blocks away from the San Carlos Institute and all major attractions in old town Key West. We offer generous continental breakfasts, beautiful historic gardens, free DVD rentals, and free wireless Internet. Mention the Literary Seminar and get a 10% discount.www.oldtownmanor.com/
Rent Key West Vacations
1107 Truman Avenuetoll-free (800) 833-RENT
local (305) 294-0990
fax (305) 292-3723
Distinctive private old town homes and oceanfront condominium rentals.
Please mention the Literary Seminar when making a reservation.
www.rentkeywest.com
Rose Lane Villas
The Rose Lane Villas are nestled on a quiet lane off Duval Street in the heart of old town, less than 2 blocks from the San Carlos Institute. Our 1,2, and 3 bedroom villas come with pool, parking, fully equipped kitchens, and room to relax. Free wireless internet too! Mention the Literary Seminar and get a 10% discount.www.RoseLaneVillas.com
Tropical Inn
(5 min. Walk)812 Duval St.
305-294-9977
The intimacy of a B & B; the ambience of a small hotel in the European tradition. Fabulous garden with pool and spa, Duval Street location - 3 blocks from San Carlos Institute. 15% discount to Seminar participants, 4-night minimum stay required.
www.tropicalinn.com
Westwinds
(9 min. sprint - 18 min. stroll)
914 Eaton St.
800-788-4150
305-296-4440
AAA Three Diamond rating
10% discount for Seminar attendees, plus a chance to win a free 4-nights stay in 2010.
Features luxuriant gardens, library, expanded continental breakfast, two pools (one heated with spa), HDTV, wireless internet access, telephone, air-conditioning, coin-operated laundry, and courteous staff. Very close to Key West waterfront (2 blocks), Monroe County Library (3 blocks), Duval St. (4 blocks), and the San Carlos Institute (6 blocks) www.westwindskeywest.com
Should you have any problems, please call the Key West Literary Seminar, toll-free, at 888-293-9291.
MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS NOW!!!!
Hemingway’s writing room. John Dos Passos, another Key West resident, recommended Key West as a place for “Ole Hem to dry his bones.”