To reserve your accommodations, Amara Cay Resort requires a deposit of one-night room, tax, and the daily resort fee at the time of booking, with the exception of advance purchase reservations. Upon arrival, your credit card will be authorized for the remaining of your room reservation, tax, and resort fee, and authorized $100 per night for incidentals. Any unused funds will be released at the time of checkout. It may take 3-5 business days for the refund to reflect on your bank account.

We do not allow drone usage on our property unless contracted for professional use. 

In addition to the beach, we offer a variety of other amenities for guests to enjoy including a pool, fitness center, complimentary shuttle (within a four-mile radius), a dock with wet slips, two boat excursion partners, complimentary parking, a Tiki Bar, and so much more.

You can call us at 855-827-3541.

All boat ramp access and boat trailer parking are reserved for resort guests with confirmed wet slip reservations. Our resorts do not launch or store jet skis. 

Yes, you must have a room reservation at Amara Cay over the full length of slip reservation. Slip reservations may not extend past room reservations to avoid unattended trailers, vehicles, etc.

No. As of March 1, 2023, both Amara Cay Resort and La Siesta Resort & Villas have moved to cashless operations, including restaurants and shops. 

Access to three resorts in the Islamorada Resort Collection including amenities, activities, multiple beaches, four pools, three fitness centers, an arcade, and culinary destinations, Rum Runner water taxi, local shuttle service between MM77-MM85, daily bicycle rental, daily paddleboard and kayak rentals, one welcome drink per guest, complimentary coffee service in the lobby 7 am – 10 am, one reusable water bottle (per guest per stay), enhanced Wi-Fi, self-parking, and beach and pool chaise lounges and umbrellas.

We're more than happy to accept packages for our guests. Our shipping address is 80001 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036.

Smoking is allowed in designated outdoor spaces — outside the Tiki Bar as well as the far Northern and Southern outside areas of the hotel.

We do not have a spa on property, but there are two day spas nearby, Blu Bamboo Spa(305-664-9342) and Ciao Bella Spa (305-664-4558).

We do not allow drones at our resort. 

Pets are welcome at Amara Cay! While we are pet friendly, we must keep all our guests comfortable and safe. Therefore, we have established a few policies to ensure all our guests have an enjoyable stay.

• Guests bringing dogs will be charged a $50 nonrefundable fee per pet per day, with a maximum of two pets per room. There is no weight limit.

• Pets must be registered at the front desk when checking in and complete a signed acknowledgment of our pet policy.

• If the pet(s) become a disturbance to other guests, they may be asked to check out of their room without refunds or adjustments being rendered. Guests may also have to cover the cost incurred by the resort from the disturbance to another room due to pet(s).

• Any damage (chewed furniture, mess, etc.) will be the sole responsibility of the pet owner. A deep-cleaning fee of up to $100.00 may be charged if necessary.

• Pets must always be kept on a leash in common areas (including on our beach).

• Owners are expected to pick up after their pets outside on hotel grounds. Pick-up bags are free at the Front Desk.

• Please note Health Department rules do not allow dogs in the pool area. We also do not permit pets at the Tiki Bar, or the inside portion of ReelCatch Restaurant.

• Housekeeping will not service a pet occupied room throughout your stay. If you need amenities replenished, please contact the front desk.

• Service animals are always welcome at no additional charge and allowed in all resort areas. Service animals must be trained to perform a service. Emotional support animals do not fall under this same policy and are expected to follow the policies outlined by the resort.

You can enjoy an energizing start to your day with a Keurig coffee maker and Green Mountain Coffee pods in each guest room.

All of our rooms have mini refrigerators and safes. Our suites have both mini refrigerators and microwaves. If you need a microwave, it can be requested through our front desk.

Our Marina Slips are $150 per night, plus tax at 7.5%.

Yes, the Amara Cay pool is heated.

Yes, we have a private elevated beach for guests to enjoy. The beach includes hammocks, thatched huts, and a pier—as well as stunning ocean views.

Yes, we welcome locals and visitors to experience ReelCatch Restaurant and Tiki Bar. Learn more about our dining options here. With a Monroe County driver's license, you'll receive 15% off all food and drinks. 

Yes! We offer all sorts of discounts, including special rates for AARP members and Florida residents. We also offer an array of seasonal packages with added perks and amenities. Take a look at our specials page to see our current vacation packages and discounts.

Amara Cay Resort is located off U.S. Route 1 in the Florida Keys. The Miami International Airport in Miami, Florida, is about 1.5 hours from the resort, and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is about 2 hours from the resort. Rental car services are available at both airports, including Alamo, Hertz, Enterprise, Thrifty, and more. Amara Cay Resort is also about 1.5 hours from Key West International Airport in Key West, Florida—another option for travelers flying into the area.

Amara Cay Resort is located in Islamorada, Florida—which is part of the Florida Keys. The resort is about 20 miles from Key Largo, Florida (a 25-minute drive) and about 80 miles from Key West (a 1.5-hour drive).