How to Find Cheap Hotels in Florida Keys, Florida

Known as the "American Caribbean," the Florida Keys are famous for their white sandy beaches and clear blue waters; many tourists visit the area simply to fish and dive. Travelers may want to stay in Key West, the southernmost city in the United States and a vantage point for some of the most beautiful ocean views in the world.

Things You'll Need

• Internet access
• Computer

Instructions

Choose Cheap Accommodations in the Florida Keys

1. Find accommodation information provided through the tourism council of the Florida Keys via their Web site (see Resources, below) or give them a call at (800) ASK-KEYS.

2. Find chain hotel accommodations with accompanying packages. Try to get a diving or a fishing package included with your stay for a great deal. You will pay about $150.

3. Book a cheap hotel close to the Overseas Highway. It's a scenic area close to the reef with accommodations from $80.

4. Stay in cheap accommodations on Bogie Drive. It's only 15 minutes from Key West, and you'll pay about $90 per night.

Plan for Your Stay in the Florida Keys

1. Arrive in Key West International Airport. From there, you can take a helicopter to many of the islands in the area.

2. Benefit from varied modes of transportation once you've arrived in the Florida Keys. You can take a Jet Ski or charter a yacht to travel from your accommodations to another island.

Seek Tourist Attractions

1. Go diving. You can explore sunken boat wrecks and see aquatic life in the deep ocean. It may be possible to become SCUBA certified, so ask at your hotel for details.

2. Take a day to go fishing. Head to Islamorada, which is a very popular destination for sportfishers. You can try your luck at catching tuna and sailfish.

Tips & Warnings

• Prices vary a lot depending on which island you choose for your stay. You can save more money by traveling to various islands in the day and staying inland at night.

• Try an island hopper package. You'll be able to explore the islands of the Florida Keys at a reasonable price.

• Seasonal prices can significantly affect your budget when planning your vacation in the Florida Keys. Hotel prices vary according to the season during which you visit.

• Florida can be affected by severe weather. The hurricane season lasts from June to August.