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The Porch on Frances Inn

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.8

Exceptional

Historic porches, Old Town Key West pace

Built in the 1860s, this Conch-style inn blends European and Caribbean influences with gracious porches, patios, and a private courtyard. Interiors stay true to the era with individually styled rooms and period-appropriate antique reproductions, paired with private tiled bathrooms and walk-in showers. A daily porch ritual sets the tone for slow mornings and warm evenings in Old Town.

  • Courtyard buyouts

    Reserve the entire historic inn and private courtyard for group gatherings.

  • Dining nearby on foot

    Walk to Conch Republic Seafood Company for American cuisine and fresh catches.

  • Culture next door

    The Studios of Key West sits virtually steps away for easy arts access.

Amenities

  • Free street visitor parking right outside
  • Communal lobby tea, coffee, hot-cold water
  • In-room coffee makers in every room
  • Panama Suite private entrance off Frances Street
  • Simonton Street Beach is an 18-minute walk
  • Duval Street shops and nightlife walkable
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Room options

View all photos for King Suite #1

A living room with a teal armchair, a beige sofa, a glass coffee table, and a large window with curtains.

King Suite #1

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 380 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe King Room #2

A four-poster bed with a wooden headboard, a wooden bench, and a patterned armchair in a room with light blue walls and a wooden floor.

Deluxe King Room #2

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe King Room #8

A four-poster bed with a white and blue patterned bedspread, a wooden wardrobe, a wooden chair, and a bathroom with a white sink and mirror.

Deluxe King Room #8

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Queen Room with Balcony #3

A room with a patterned sofa, a wooden bench, and a chair. There are large windows with blinds, a lamp, and an air conditioning unit.

Queen Room with Balcony #3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for King Room with Balcony #5

A covered porch with white railings, a ceiling fan, and a patterned rug.

King Room with Balcony #5

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 212 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe King Room #7

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Deluxe King Room #7

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Queen Room #6

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Queen Room #6

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Queen Room #4

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a television mounted on the wall, and a chair.

Deluxe Queen Room #4

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 185 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Queen Room #9

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Queen Room #9

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Old Town Key West, a neighborhood in Key West, is home to The Porch on Frances Inn. Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and Southernmost Point are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Florida Keys Beaches and Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park. The Kite House and Sails To Rails Museum at Flagler Station are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling, windsurfing, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Key West travel guide
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Map
535 Frances St, Key West, FL, 33040

What's nearby

  • A building with a sign reading "The Studios of Key West" on the front.
    Studios of Key West
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A military jet flying low over a concrete path surrounded by vegetation.
    Key West Naval Station
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A street with a pharmacy, a theater, and a yellow building.
    Duval Street
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A two-story colonial-style building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
    Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • A colorful monument with text indicating it is the Southernmost Point of the Continental U.S.A. in Key West, Florida.
    Southernmost Point
    5 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Key West Intl. Airport (EYW)
    9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kermit's Key West Key Lime Shoppe
    14 min walk
  • Cuban Coffee Queen Waterfront
    10 min walk
  • Schooner Wharf Bar
    12 min walk
  • Sandy's Café
    9 min walk
  • Dions Truman & White
    8 min walk

About this property

The Porch on Frances Inn

  • Luxury guesthouse near Duval Street
  • Close to Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and Mallory Square, The Porch on Frances Inn provides amenities like a hair salon. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Express check-out, express check-in, and beach towels
    • Tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and smoke-free premises
    • Concierge services, a front-desk safe, and wedding services
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks like free WiFi and printers. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Heating and ceiling fans
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • 55-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
    • Eco-friendly cleaning products, mini fridges, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Printer
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Friday (8:30 AM - 4:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 10 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 25 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 25 and older are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 32.25 per accommodation, per stay
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach towels
  • Concierge service
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Wired internet access (may be limited)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 25 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Frequently asked questions

Is The Porch on Frances Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Porch on Frances Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Porch on Frances Inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Porch on Frances Inn located?

Located in Old Town Key West, this luxury guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Key West Burlesque Theater and Duval Street. Florida Keys Beaches and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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