Places to stay near Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 56 reviews

Florida Keys Retreat /Game Room / Boat Parking

VACA-23-364 7 day rental Experience the beauty of the Florida Keys 🌴 Stay in this charming 2-bedroom coastal retreat just minutes from Sombrero Beach and close to restaurants, shops, and the marina. Perfect for families or friends, the home features a master bedroom with private en-suite bath and a fun game room with board games, a Nintendo Switch, and fishing rods—perfect after a day at the beach or on the water. Enjoy relaxing evenings, coastal breeze and the true Keys island vibe. 🌊🌅

A waterfront property is depicted, featuring a contemporary two-story design with light blue and yellow exterior accents. A private dock is visible alongside the house, and a clear sky reflects over the calm water, enhancing the serene coastal environment.

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews

Boating Paradise Villa rental Lic# VACA-25-124

Stunning beautiful 3-bedroom, 2 bath home. House has a 50' of private dock and canal. The dock has room for a 22ft boat. House is minutes from the ocean. Great for fishing or lobster's enthusiast. Conveniently located in the center of Marathon, Florida. Home is fully furnished with all kitchen utensils and appliances. Includes 4 kayaks, 1 paddle board, 2 bicycles, boat dock, and spa. Also, each room has a smart tv with internet. The house also has a washer and dryer for your convenience.

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviews

A covered Tiki Hut is featured at the waterfront, furnished with comfortable seating arrangements. Views of the water and dock are visible beyond the structure, framed by lush greenery and palm trees. The space is designed for relaxation and enjoyment of the serene surroundings.

Home in Key Colony Beach

Captain’s Quarters Ahoy Mateys! Florida, Keys

This is located at the Florida Keys in Key Colony, Marathon. It is a spacious two bedroom, two bathroom duplex surrounded by water. It is a renovated beauty and close to the best restaurants and the tranquility of this city. It is the perfect getaway where you can recharge your exhausted batteries. Captain’s Quarters is a clean and spacious base camp location for the many adventures that await you in this amazing location. Water views and the accessibility to the best fishing in the world.

Guest suite in Key Colony Beach

A wooden dock extends over calm waters, flanked by posts leading to a serene view of the sky at sunset. Lush palm trees are visible in the background, enhancing the tranquil atmosphere of the canal.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews

Turtle-By-The-Sea: the Best Deal in KCB!

A perfect get-away for couples or budget travelers, Turtle-by-the-Sea is the best priced vacation rental or hotel room in the middle-keys. Together with its prime location and amenities there simply isn’t a better deal to be had! Bursting with Keys charm, this cozy retreat is the perfect place to relax & escape. Owners Mallory & Steve infused their love of the Keys & its surrounding ocean into every aspect of their waterside home. Shoot us a message & start planning your dream Keyscation!

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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Keys Marathon Oceanfront, 4BR, 3.5 Bath Pool Home.

Experience the beauty of the Florida Keys from this stunning open-water waterfront home in Marathon. This spacious 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath retreat offers breathtaking sunset views and endless ocean vistas. The two-story open layout is designed for families and friends, providing generous gathering spaces while maintaining privacy. Arriving by boat? Enjoy the convenience of a 70-foot private dock with a freshwater hose for boat rinsing and engine flushing. Check in and Check out only Saturday.

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 58 reviews

Florida Keys Oceanside Utopia

Create amazing memories at this beautiful oceanside duplex in Marathon, FL. Relax in the backyard or outdoor bar, watching boats cruise by on the aqua waters of Vaca Cut. Enjoy a fully equipped, newly remodeled and furnished duplex, beautifully decorated and ready to be your home away from home. Our waterfront location can’t be beat. Marathon has everything you need for a vacation to do it all on one Key. We can’t wait for you to experience our vacation home. Must be 25+ years old to book.

An aerial view captures the home's location near Vaca Cut, with clear access to the Atlantic Ocean. Surrounding houses and palm trees line the waterway, highlighting the proximity to both boating routes and nearby amenities.

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 51 reviews

Waterfront, Fee-Less Pet, 2/2 home with 55ft dock

Our wonderful, Oceanside and waterfront home is just two minutes from the Atlantic Ocean and Vaca Cut. No bridges to the Atlantic and easy to access the Gulf via Vaca Cut. This home is completely remodeled and features brand new furniture throughout. The new 55 foot dock is awaits your boat. In fact, you can lounge on the wide dock and potentially catch dinner. Not pet fees! The Cindy Crawford coastal collection easily converts to a sofa bed. Both rooms have Stern and Foster king beds.

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Three modern Aqua Lodges are positioned on water, featuring white exteriors and blue roofs. Each lodge has a furnished deck with chairs, providing relaxed seating options. A smooth, concrete path runs alongside the lodges, leading to a marina setting with sailboats in the background.

Villa in Marathon

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 602 reviews

New Aqua Lodge 2Beds 1 Bath with Full Kitchens

This hip spot is the new thing in lodging. Aqua Lodge is all the modern amenities while being on the water. Full kitchens, flat screen tv's, wi-fi , pool, bikes, sunset beach. We have it all right at your finger tips. You can sleep up to 5 people comfortably. We have great air conditioning and big showers. The deck is furnished with a dining table for those romantic outdoor dinners in the moonlight. We also have a sunset beach area for the best sunsets in the Florida keys!

A renovated house is set on a corner lot, surrounded by palm trees and coral stone landscaping. The exterior features light yellow walls and white accents. A gravel driveway offers ample parking space, complementing the tranquil tropical environment.

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 163 reviews

Marathon Star - home with hot tub

Completely renovated 3 bedroom house in Marathon. Conveniently located near the Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters and the Marathon Lady. Enjoy a private hot tub and outdoor grill after a long day of Florida sunshine! Our home is not on the water but there is plenty of parking space for your boat trailer if needed. We hope our wonderful space becomes a great home away from home. ***Please see below for more information regarding hurricane season cancellation policy.

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

P47 - New on the rental market! 2 bedroom, 2 bath

This home is located in "Little Venice", a quintessential Keys neighborhood. With 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, and easy Atlantic access, this home is perfectly suited for a family or couples who love to spend their time on the water. - Maximum Occupancy: 4 adults and 2 children (*children of any age, including infants, count toward occupancy) - No day guests or visitors allowed above the max. advertised occupancy. - Parking: 2 vehicle max

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews

4BR 3B, Heated Pool & Spa, 60' Dock

Enjoy breathtaking views of the Gulf and Ocean from the screened in patio of this beautiful 4 BEDROOM/3 BATH canal front home. Bring your boat to the 60' dock on a 200' wide canal just 10' away from the Ocean. Relax by the pool/spa area after a day of fishing. A pool heater is offered as an option for your convenience. Please inquire about water heater fee and operating instructions before booking. (VR Lic # PLR2020-00104)