Marathon, Florida, is a 10-mile-long tropical city on the island of Key Vaca and is the second largest city in the Florida Keys. Sailing, fishing and snorkeling are popular here. The island's marine-based environmental programs offer encounters with dolphins and turtles. The area's Sombrero Reef is a federally protected section of the nation's only living coral barrier.
Holiday Inn Express and Suites: Marathon
Holiday Inn Express and Suites: Marathon is close to local attractions like the Dolphin Research Center and Bahia Honda State Park. The hotel provides a free hot breakfast, outdoor pool, boat ramp, docks, convenience store and gift shop. All suites feature wireless Internet access, sofa beds, microwaves, refrigerators and wet bar. Fitness and business centers are available 24-hours a day. The hotel is close to major restaurants, such as Sparky's Landing, Don Pedro's and Frank's Grill. Local attractions include Sombrero Beach, Crane Park and the Seven Mile Bridge.
Holiday Inn Express and Suites: Marathon
13201 Overseas Hwy.
Marathon, FL 33050
800-315-2621
hiexpress.com
Banana Bay Resort and Marina
Banana Bay Resort and Marina, one of the only oceanfront hotels in Marathon, is directly on the Gulf of Mexico. The resort has 61 guestrooms with one or two double beds. The hotel has a full service marina. Other amenities include a heated freshwater pool, outdoor whirlpool, garden tennis courts, barbecue grills, two horseshoe pits and conference rooms with full catering facilities. A wedding gazebo, boat launch ramp, watercraft rentals and small private beach are also available. The resort's Tiki bar offers afternoon snacks of hot dogs and other light fare. Bikes are available for rent. The resort is within walking distance of the town center's banks, shopping, food stores, restaurants and boutiques. Nearby attractions include the Seven Mile Bridge, Sombrero Public Beach, West Sister Rock and Dolphin Research Center.
Banana Bay Resort and Marina
4590 Overseas Hwy.
Marathon, FL 33050
305-743-3500, 866-274-3178
bananabay.com
Tranquility Bay Beach Resort
Tranquility Bay Beach Resort in Marathon offers 87 beach houses overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Each beach house features wireless Internet access, cable television, handmade furniture, two or three bedrooms, private bath and a kitchen. Laundry facilities and daily housekeeping service are available. Other resort amenities include two beaches, tropical gardens and swimming pools. The resort's Butterfly Cafe uses local ingredients and ocean fresh seafood. The "caterpillar" menu is for children. Enjoy The resort's TJ's Tiki Bar provides poolside service. Room service and private dinners for two are also available. The resort offers activities, including fishing charters, water sports, snorkeling and Turtle Island Adventures. The "Keys Kids Adventure Camp," for children 5 to 15, is a half-day camp that features learning activities, games and sports.
Tranquility Bay Beach Resort
2600 Overseas Hwy.
Marathon, FL 33050
305-289-0888
888-755-7486
tranquilitybay.com
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