Hotels in Key Largo

The Pelican Key Largo Cottages

Central Key Largo – Harbor & Sunset Cove · Key Largo

The Pelican Key Largo Cottages 1

Axel’s take

A strong waterfront budget pick, but choose your cottage carefully.

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Axel’s rating: 8.2/10 · a simple 2-star bayside cottage motel

The Pelican is a simple 2-star cottage motel on Florida Bay, and we'd pick it for outdoor downtime rather than polished rooms. The small private beach, sunset docks and complimentary kayaks give it more appeal than a basic roadside stay. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise helpful staff, comfortable beds and generally clean accommodation, with restaurants within walking distance.

The catch is that cottages differ considerably. Some rooms are tiny or dated, and highway-facing units attract traffic-noise complaints; loud air conditioners also recur across sites. We'd favor a waterfront suite and confirm the exact layout before booking. Booking.com still flags minor renovations and says not all rooms have been updated, so ask about current work. Skip it if you need spacious, consistently modern rooms or dependable quiet.

Rooms
Layouts vary from compact rooms to waterfront suites; refrigerators and microwaves are standard.
Cleanliness
Recent feedback is predominantly positive, though some guests note worn furnishings and stained surfaces.
Service
Helpful reception and housekeeping staff are recurring strengths in recent reviews.
Amenities
Small private beach, docks, complimentary kayaks, Wi-Fi, barbecue areas and communal laundry.
Fees and surprises
One car parks free; extra vehicles, additional guests and boat facilities incur charges. No pets or jet skis.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.

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The location

99340 Overseas Highway, Key Largo

Florida Bay waterfront near restaurants, at 99446 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037.

Amenities and check-in

Small private beach, docks, complimentary kayaks, Wi-Fi, barbecue areas and communal laundry.

Check-in

after 3:30 PM

Check-out

before 11:00 AM

  • Parking
  • Pets Not Allowed
  • Laundry (extra charge)
  • Free Wi-Fi
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The Pelican Key Largo Cottages — Key Largo, United States

The Pelican Key Largo Cottages is a simple 2-star bayside cottage motel in Key Largo, United States.

Address: 99340 Overseas Highway, Key Largo. Property ID: 1246488.

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/key-largo/the-pelican-key-largo-cottages-1246488

Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com

Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.

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Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights$406$439 on Booking.com$33 less (8%)Nov 2Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms

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Total price: $298 USD

2026-11-22 to 2026-11-25 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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USD · 2 adults · 1 room. One-night and two-night totals for each check-in date. Open a date for other lengths and exact checkout dates.

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November 2026

Check-inAxel private rates (USD)
2026-11-04$144 for 1 night · 2 nights $287 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-05$143 for 1 night · 2 nights $400 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-06$257 for 1 night · 2 nights $536 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-07$279 for 1 night · 2 nights $577 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-08$298 for 1 night · 2 nights $419 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-09$121 for 1 night · 2 nights $259 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-10$138 for 1 night · 2 nights $249 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-11$111 for 1 night · 2 nights $248 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-12$137 for 1 night · 2 nights $435 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-13$298 for 1 night · 2 nights $527 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-14$229 for 1 night · 2 nights $349 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-15$120 for 1 night · 2 nights $243 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-16$123 for 1 night · 2 nights $258 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-17$135 for 1 night · 2 nights $279 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-18$144 for 1 night · 2 nights $261 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-19$117 for 1 night · 2 nights $342 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-20$225 for 1 night · 2 nights $488 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-21$263 for 1 night · 2 nights $361 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-22$98 for 1 night · 2 nights $200 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-23$102 for 1 night · 2 nights $200 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-24$98 for 1 night · 2 nights $266 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-25$168 for 1 night · 2 nights $359 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-26$191 for 1 night · 2 nights $439 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-27$248 for 1 night · 2 nights $482 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-28$234 for 1 night · 2 nights $342 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-29$108 for 1 night · 2 nights $210 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-30$102 for 1 night · 2 nights $200 · up to 14 nights priced

December 2026

Check-inAxel private rates (USD)
2026-12-01$98 for 1 night · 2 nights $196 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-02$98 for 1 night · 2 nights $224 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-03$126 for 1 night · 2 nights $331 · up to 14 nights priced

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Axel's take: 8.2/10

A strong waterfront budget pick, but choose your cottage carefully. a simple 2-star bayside cottage motel, scored for what it is.

The Pelican is a simple 2-star cottage motel on Florida Bay, and we'd pick it for outdoor downtime rather than polished rooms. The small private beach, sunset docks and complimentary kayaks give it more appeal than a basic roadside stay. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise helpful staff, comfortable beds and generally clean accommodation, with restaurants within walking distance.

The catch is that cottages differ considerably. Some rooms are tiny or dated, and highway-facing units attract traffic-noise complaints; loud air conditioners also recur across sites. We'd favor a waterfront suite and confirm the exact layout before booking. Booking.com still flags minor renovations and says not all rooms have been updated, so ask about current work. Skip it if you need spacious, consistently modern rooms or dependable quiet.

  • Best for: couples seeking a low-key waterfront stay; kayakers and sunset watchers; travelers comfortable with simple rooms

  • Watch out for: highway noise and loud air conditioners; uneven room sizes and condition; minor renovations listed on Booking.com

  • Location: Florida Bay waterfront near restaurants, at 99446 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037.

  • Rooms: Layouts vary from compact rooms to waterfront suites; refrigerators and microwaves are standard.

  • Cleanliness: Recent feedback is predominantly positive, though some guests note worn furnishings and stained surfaces.

  • Service: Helpful reception and housekeeping staff are recurring strengths in recent reviews.

  • Amenities: Small private beach, docks, complimentary kayaks, Wi-Fi, barbecue areas and communal laundry.

  • Fees and surprises: One car parks free; extra vehicles, additional guests and boat facilities incur charges. No pets or jet skis.

Axel's opinion of The Pelican Key Largo Cottages, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.

About The Pelican Key Largo Cottages

  • Property type: Hotel
  • 2-star hotel
  • 99340 Overseas Highway, Key Largo
  • Amenities: Parking, Pets Not Allowed, Laundry (extra charge), Free Wi-Fi
  • Check-in from: 15:30
  • Check-out by: 11:00
  • City page: Hotels in Key Largo

Room types

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Economy room

Economy Single room

Economy Single room (single bed)

Economy Double room (full double bed)

Economy Double room with garden view (full double bed)

Economy Twin room (twin beds)

Standard room

Standard room with water view

Standard Single room

Standard Triple room

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Double room (full double bed)

Standard Twin room (twin beds)

Standard Quadruple room

Deluxe room

Deluxe Double room (full double bed)

Deluxe Quadruple room

Deluxe Quadruple room with garden view

Suite

Suite with bay view

Suite with sea view

Suite with water view

Suite with view

1 Bedroom Suite with bay view

Single Suite

Single Suite with bay view

Single Suite with sea view

Single Suite with water view

Single Suite with view

1 Bedroom Single Suite with bay view

Triple Suite

Triple Suite with bay view

Triple Suite with view

1 Bedroom Triple Suite with bay view

Quadruple Suite

Quadruple Suite with bay view

Quadruple Suite with sea view

Quadruple Suite with water view

Quadruple Suite with view

1 Bedroom Quadruple Suite

1 Bedroom Quadruple Suite with bay view

Family Suite

Single Suite (single bed)

Double Suite (full double bed)

Double Suite with bay view (full double bed)

Double Suite with sea view (full double bed)

Double Suite with water view (full double bed)

1 Bedroom Double Suite with bay view (full double bed)

Twin Suite (twin beds)

Twin Suite with sea view (twin beds)

1 Bedroom Twin Suite (twin beds)

1 Bedroom Twin Suite with bay view (twin beds)

Quadruple Suite

Quadruple Suite with sea view

Quadruple Suite with water view

1 Bedroom Quadruple Suite with bay view

Sextuple Suite

Sextuple Suite with water view

1 Bedroom Sextuple Suite with bay view

Suite (sofa)

Suite with bay view (sofa)

Suite with view (sofa)

Quadruple Suite (sofa)

Quadruple Suite with sea view (sofa)

Quadruple Suite with water view (sofa)

Standard Suite

Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite with water view

Deluxe Suite with water view (sofa)

  • Beds: sofa

Grand Suite

Grand Double Suite (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Grand Double Suite with bay view (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

1 Bedroom Grand Quadruple Suite with bay view

  • Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
  • Bedrooms: 1

Studio

Studio with sea view

Cottage

1 Bedroom Cottage

Single Cottage

Quadruple Cottage

Double Cottage (full double bed)

Double Cottage with garden view (full double bed)

Twin Cottage (twin beds)

Quadruple Cottage

Sextuple Cottage

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Business Cottage

Business Double Cottage (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Business Quadruple Cottage

  • Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)

Deluxe Cottage

Grand Cottage

Grand Double Cottage (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Bungalow

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