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Hawks Cay is the only resort in the Keys with an 85-slip, full-service marina and the best fishing in the Florida Keys. In addition to a wide range of charters and everything from deepwater to backcountry fishing, you can indulge in onsite water-sports like sailing, jet-ski tours, parasailing, sunset cruising and more. If you can do it on the water, you can do it at Hawks Cay.
A $35 million transformation has turned Hawks Cay into a water-based luxury resort unlike anything in the Florida Keys, featuring: Five kids and adult pools, a natural saltwater lagoon, activity clubs for kids and teens, a marina for fishermen, boaters and water-sports lovers, private villas, a fully refurbished hotel and the most delectable cuisine in the Keys are all right here in one resort. Reflect and connect with loved ones in pampered seclusion. From romantic serenity to exhilarating water adventures, your time on our island will be rich and fulfilling.
A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts™, the New Hawks Cay offers premier service and deluxe waterfront villas and guestrooms. No other Keys destination has such a rich combination of luxury, comfort and excitement. Exotic and cutting-edge cuisine only raises the Hawks Cay experience to the next level.
Dolphins & Families: The Dolphin Connection™ provides unique educational and interactive experiences that create lifelong memories, inspire awareness and promote conservation. The breeding and training facility is located within Hawks Cay and offers a range of programs. Feed and interact with our family of Atlantic bottlenoses from the comfort of the dock, or jump right into the Dolphin Discovery program to give one of them a hug! Exclusive encounters are available, as are several group programs to ensure an unforgettable experience for everyone.
Click here for more information on the The Dolphin Connection.
Fishing: The cornerstone of the Hawks Cay Marina experience is world-renowned fishing. During fall and winter, the water teems with sailfish and kingfish, while spring and summer bring mahi and tuna. Catch snapper and grouper year-round and let our chefs prepare it for you at Tom’s Harbor House. Shallow waters throughout the Florida Bay flats make for a unique Keys Flats and Backcountry fishing experience. Sight-fish the “skinny water” for bonefish and permit, or head to the Bay for sharks, jacks, trout, snook and more. Book an evening tarpon charter in the spring and watch the sunset while you hook the Silver King!
Water-Sports: The Hawks Cay marina offers a range of traditional yacht and boat charters in addition to myriad sport vessels. Explore the beautiful waters surrounding Duck Key and visit our neighboring uninhabited beachfront island on an Eco-Kayak tour. Or speed things up on a Jet Ski Island Adventure, cruising between picturesque islands and experiencing our tropical paradise from water level. For those in search of bird’s eye view, parasail high above our crystal waters and watch dolphins, sea turtles and eagle rays from the air.
Learning & Lessons: The Colgate Offshore Sailing School™ at Hawks Cay is a Florida Keys exclusive. Programs for every skill-level are tailored to teach indispensable lessons for life on and off the water. For a luxurious leisure experience, sip champagne and take in the stunning beauty of the Keys at dusk aboard our Sunset Cruise sailing catamaran. Hawks Cay also offers snorkeling, scuba and SNUBA™ excursions, as well as onsite lessons and certification.
Guestrooms (GardenView, OceanView, & PoolView):
Ranging in size from 420 to 450 sq.ft., most of our 159 rooms and 18 suites feature a rich West Indies decor, with local art and photography welcoming you to a charming Keys experience. Each room includes:
Wired and wireless Internet access
Dual-line phones
MP3 docking station
37-inch plasma television
In-room safe and full-length mirror
Oversized and luxurious, tumbled marble shower for two
Twice daily maid service
Suites (Suites, Premium Lanai & Junior Suites):
With multiple queens or one king-sized bed, Hawks Cay Suites are the hotel’s finest guestrooms. The Junior Suite, for example, features:
Up to 500 sq.ft. of tropical studio living space
Oversized feather pillows and premium Egyptian linens
Many with living area separated by a half-wall and equipped with a sofa (sleeper if requested), chairs and writing desk
Large, private balconies with fresh air and views of the water and Duck Key
Villas (Bungalow, Conch, Cottage, Marina & Sanctuary):
From 900 to 1,800 sq.ft., our more than 100 Preferred Villas are the most private, luxurious accommodations at Hawks Cay. Every home features:
300-thread-count sheets
Access to resort wireless Internet
Daily waste and housekeeping services
Kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances
Living room with 42” LCD television
Our largest villa sleeps up to eight people
Resort Fee:
At Hawks Cay resort we offer the convenience of a gratuity free environment for guest and housekeeping services. Our daily resort fee of $20 includes the following:
Guest Services Gratuities
Housekeeping Gratuities
Parking (Valet and Self)
Unlimited Access to The Cove
Unlimited Access to the Calm Waters Fitness Center
Gratuities for our restaurant and bar staff are not included.
Hawks Cay Signature Cuisine
Experience the Finest Among Florida Keys Restaurants
Alma | Alma boasts a level of conceptual fine dining found only in world cultural capitals. After decades on the cutting-edge of San Francisco’s global cuisine, Chef Johnny Alamilla creates an extraordinary gastronomic experience each night at Alma. Vibrant Nuevo Latino cuisine and chic, intimate décor add to an atmosphere of pure sensory indulgence. Opening in August, 2008.
Rum Bar | Anchored by a stunning white-marble bar, Rum Bar is where guests come before dinner to sample our worldwide rum collection, or gather with friends to toast their vacation with the best Mojitos in the Keys. And each morning, Rum Bar serves fresh coffee and pastries.
Casual Dining In The Sun
Beach Grill | Guests curl their toes into the sand and soak up the sun while dining on simply prepared, world-class cuisine. At Beach Grill, chefs prepare your meal on an open-flame fish grill while you cool off at the cocktail bar. For ultimate relaxation, lounge at the lagoon or one of the pools while we serve you.
Indies Grill | Classic American cuisine serving the family and children’s pools.
Breakfast by the Pool
Terrace | Set oceanfront and awash with sunlight, Terrace serves classic breakfast for guests who start their day with more than coffee & pastries.
Families & Anglers
Tom’s Harbor House & Bar | A marina-side, family-friendly American brasserie, the relaxed atmosphere and memorabilia make Tom’s a true fisherman’s hangout. While our chefs prepare your day’s best catch, buy your captain a drink at the dockside cocktail bar. Wile away a picture-perfect sunset with a mix of travelers and locals, captains and anglers, all in the true spirit of Keys relaxation.
Personalized Services
Hawks Cay Catering designs dramatic indoor and outdoor events celebrating our region, for whatever your gathering requires. And for boaters, we offer Yacht Service. You can choose a white-tablecloth experience from Alma or casual boxed takeout from Tom’s Harbor House.
The Finest Marina In The Middle-Keys
The Perfect Choice Among Full Service Marinas in the Florida Keys…
Hawks Cay Marina is a premier facility in the Florida Keys – a full-service, 85-slip marina with a supply store and fuel dock. Indulge your day in water-sports – above and below the water – then relax with an oceanfront dinner right on the marina at Tom’s Harbor House. While 33 slips are reserved for Resort Guests with small boats not requiring shore power, 52 slips offer:
30 and 50-amp shore power
• Freshwater hookups
• Cable television
• Telephone
• Dockside Store
• Groceries
• Bait and tackle
• Hardware
• Clothing & more
Watercrafts Of All Shapes & Sizes: The Hawks Cay marina in the Florida Keys offers a range of traditional yacht and boat charters. Guests can also:
Explore the beautiful waters around Duck Key and visit our neighboring uninhabited beachfront island on an Eco-Kayak Tour
Speed things up on a Jet-Ski Island Adventure, cruising between picturesque islands and experiencing our tropical paradise from water level
Get a bird’s eye view Parasailing high above our crystal waters, watching dolphins, sea turtles, eagle rays and more.
An Angler’s Paradise
Hawks Cay is an exclusive sponsor of Tom Rowland and Rich Tudor’s Saltwater Fishing Show – the premier cable fishing show in the United States.
The cornerstone of the Hawks Cay Marina experience is world-renowned fishing. Whichever the season, the waters surrounding Hawks Cay are teeming with fish.
Offshore Fishing: Book a half or full day charter and head out beyond the reefs to reel in sailfish and kingfish in the fall and winter, and when the weather gets warmer, the ocean is teeming with tuna, wahoo, mahi-mahi, marlin, barracuda, sharks and more. Or reel in delicious grouper and snapper on the reef or wrecks near Duck Key.
Fall & Winter: Sailfish and kingfish | Spring & Summer | Mahi and tuna
Year-Round: Snapper and grouper
Florida Keys Flats and Backcountry Fishing: The shallow waters of the Florida Bay flats make for a unique fishing experience. Sight-fish the “skinny water” for bonefish and permit, or head to the Bay for shark, jack, trout, snook and more. Book an evening tarpon charter in the spring and watch the sunset while you hook the Silver King and enjoy an evening on the water.
Wind-Powered Wonders
The Colgate Offshore Sailing School ™ : The only Florida Keys location of the most renowned school on the Eastern Seaboard, Steve and Doris Colgate have programs for sailors at every skill-level, and group outings – their specialty – are tailored to teach indispensable lessons for life on and off the water.
For those seeking a luxurious leisure experience, take in the stunning beauty of the Keys at dusk aboard a Sunset Cruise and indulge in complimentary champagne and beverages aboard our sailing catamaran.
The World Below Hawks Cay
The most abundant and spectacular scenery at Hawks Cay lies below the surface. Diving is safe and easy aboard our dive boat Seafari, and you can explore underwater in a variety of ways:
Snorkeling
Scuba (certification and dive trips for every skill level)
SNUBA® excursions for all skill-levels, as well as onsite lessons and certification.
Calm Waters Spa At Hawks Cay
Setting the Distinct Standard in Florida Health Spas & Resorts
Warm breezes. Sea salt in the air. The delicate aroma of tropical fruits. Calm Waters Spa at Hawks Cay Resort surrounds you with the natural goodness of the Florida Keys. Our 7,000- square-foot, full-service spa retreat pampers you in paradise with massages, body treatments, facials, teen services and fine salon care. At Calm Waters, things just feel good. And so will you.
Fitness: Calm Waters Spa offers complimentary time in our state-of-the-art fitness center. Keep trim and healthy in paradise in our new fitness and exercise room featuring strength-training and cardiovascular equipment, open to guests aged 16 and older. Fitness classes are also available. Please inquire at the spa desk.
Hawks Cay is the Resort for Kids & Teens
The Fun for All Choice Among Florida Family Resorts
Kids: Make art, friends, memories and more…
Endless Fun at Our Family Resort in Florida
The Cove at Hawks Cay has exciting daily programs for kids and teens. Our activities don’t just keep them busy – they keep them engaged. Games, contests, arts and crafts, nature lessons, water-sports, an exclusive pool and sport courts, and cool nighttime events are just part of what’s in store. Smaller, age-specific groups within the 4 to 11-year-old range give younger kids the chance to mingle with peers and make great friendships.
Teens: Make family vacations cool again…
The Ultimate Choice of Things to Do Among Florida Family Resorts
Preteens ages 9 to 12, and teenagers up to age 17, can relax at The Cove lounge and play XBOX 360, listen to music and surf the Internet. They can help themselves to drinks and snack, and for the creative – and brave – there are plenty of opportunities to draw and sing karaoke. We also hold various tournaments, giving kids a chance to make new friends through a little friendly competition.
Hotel Rates
From: $180
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