The Pelican Key Largo Cottages

We have been to The Pelican several times throughout the years. We keep coming back because it is a small chill place right on the beach, nice room with kitchenette, good size bath and comfortable bed. They have a washer/dryer on premises and usually offer a good price.

I loved the outdoor atmosphere, I literally felt like i was on a tropical island. Me and my husband went out to the beach docks every night and could hear the fish doing little jumps out of the water. It was soo peaceful and beautiful especially during sunset. It was also cool to dine in at a Dine-in, Diners, Dives restaurant from the food network show. Right next to our hotel, amazing food. Other than that I like how it wasn't extremely crowded compared to key west.

Our room was upgraded free to a bigger size with two queen bed. A/C was perfect in hot daytime hours, and the beach was excellent. We were close to the warm sea water and the gentle waves were pleasant. Free kayak use was outstanding, I chose a single rider but a two rider was also ready. Kayaking was very enjoyable, and I spent hours going around and taking sunburn on my legs. My upper body was protected with my long sleeves, better than sunscreen. Excellent parking was in front of our unit. Washer and dryer were available. Evening was quite and the waves and breeze were soothing. Maybe I should try sleeping outside next time. The staff were outstanding and helpful. We walked at night to many restaurants and stores like Walgreen on the street. In whole I made an excellent decision to stay here and hopefully stay and visit Key Largo again.

Location is amazing, all the cottages have use of a private beach which was generally very quiet. The staff were very kind and generous, when they discovered it was our anniversary they upgraded our room to a larger one with a kitchen and sitting area. The apartment was spotlessly clean and had great facilities, lots of crockery and plenty of cooking utensils with a large microwave, full size fridge freezer and double hob. They gave a very useful information sheet which listed good places to eat and drink and this was really useful.

The location is simply AMAZING. Overlooking a quiet private beach on the lagoon (on the Gulf of Mexico side of Key Largo). It's also an older resort which adds to the charm (but this also means one shouldn't expect brand new Hilton style resort amenities). Also there is plenty of space to relax and take in the sun (on the beach, on the piers etc...) with tables, benches, lawn chairs etc., and very nice green space between the cottages full of lush vegetation (with cats and even iguanas). I would definitely come here again! We had the largest of the cottages directly overlooking the small bay. It was really beautiful and spacious (albeit a bit expensive for only two people -- it comfortably fits 4-6 people though). Excellent place to relax at, or to explore the Keys from. Oh and it's also within walking distance to restaurants/bars (: