We had mixed feelings about our 6 day stay at The Artist House, so I’ll try to articulate both the good and the not so good aspects of this location and our experiences on this stay. The Good: The location of The Artist House is excellent, just a brief walk away from Duval St. and close to most of what you’ll likely be doing in Key West. The room we were in was called Eugene’s Studio Suite which is located on the main floor adjacent to the kitchen and office. The room was plenty big, the bed was comfortable, and the air conditioning was great to beat the heat, especially during our August stay. There was always coffee and tea available in the kitchen, and they had a cold filtered water dispenser right outside our room we used regularly before our excursions out in the heat. The staff were very friendly and responsive when we needed to have room service clean up towels, trash, etc… in our room or when we wanted to print boarding passes, etc… The house itself, though under repair/construction, was quite beautiful and had great character. The Not So Good: Prior to our arrival we let the host know my wife had dietary needs (gluten and dairy free) and that although we didn’t expect them to go out of their way to accommodate, it would nice for her to have some breakfast (typically breakfast is easy with these needs). During our 6 day stay, my wife ate Cheerios, as all their other breakfast options either had gluten or dairy in them. We understand that these accommodations can be difficult, but when you agree to accommodate….then it’s best to follow through. This brings me to the breakfast part of Bed & Breakfast. There really isn’t much of anything, and quite honestly, The Artist House should change to an “Inn” and not a “Bed and Breakfast”. We’ve stayed in over a dozen Bed and Breakfasts across the country and this was the most bizarre breakfast we’ve ever seen. They catered in with pre-made items that they put in a heated tray, and there were several mornings we needed to get to an activity (jet skiing, snorkeling) and 8:30am came and went with nothing to be found. Breakfast here is terrible, plain and simple. Next is our room. The room itself was ok, but right outside it is their “office” which is a desk and a computer along with a guest chair you can lounge in. Adjacent to it is the kitchen. So basically if the staff is in working, or guests are in the Kitchen or the common chair, it can be very loud, and there’s no sound buffering with the room door. There were several days where staff were working until 9:30pm…right outside our room. We just felt very exposed with little to no privacy. The other detractor to our room was the bathroom. The shower was very low water pressure (largely an issue with city water pressure) and it just didn’t fit the room at all as it was very drab and outdated. It was functional (barely), but really put a damper on this room. Another aspect of this house which I suppose is becoming more common is the cameras. There were video cameras everywhere. The moment we opened our door we were on camera. The staff sat at their desk, on camera, all day. There was one in the kitchen, the hallway, the front entrance way. I understand these are necessary to a degree, but it just felt like it was a way for remote management when there should be more personal management. Suggestions: First, greet your guests. Not the staff…but the owner. Show them around the house, give them a brief 30-second history, walk them around and make them feel at home. We never got that. Turn Eugene’s Studio Suite into an office for staff. Having a desk in the hallway is awkward, the bathroom in this room is sufficient for staff, but not for guests, and the noise generated because of the office, kitchen, and back outdoor area is enough to warrant the room conversion. De-clutter the kitchen and setup an actual breakfast for guests. If you remove the office/desk from the hallway, you’d have a place to setup breakfast seating or tables (or use part of Eugene’s Studio Suite).

This B&B is in the perfect location to walk Key West. If walking isn't for you, rent their reasonably priced bikes or pay for the hop on/hop off bus. There are a variety of rooms/suites to suit travelers. Be mindful that some do require walking and carrying luggage up steep steps, so know before you book. It's close to everything yet so quiet. The breakfast was perfect for us. Drop by the kitchen, choose your chef-inspired breakfast and enjoy it in the garden, the front porch, or in your room. It's your choice. It's different every morning, hot and cold choices are available. Happy hour also provides a variety of beverages and things to nibble on. Jessica and Samantha are so friendly and knowledgeable. They are bubbly and full of smiles. I was never uncomfortable approaching them with questions. They give the vibe of wanting to help. The Artist House is very clean, inside and out. It's also in a safe, convenient part of Key West. Before we checked out, we booked another stay. That's not something we do, ever. If you are flying in to Key West, do not rent a car. It's a waste of money and you won't need it. Avoid the hassle of finding parking, which is at a premium. Daily parking is approximately $40 if you can't find a free spot.

My husband and I stayed in March. Perfect location and the breakfasts were great! Our room was accessed from the outside and the steps to get up to it were extremely steep and narrow. We didn’t mind, but some guests might.

My friend and I had the best time at the Artist House, in the Turret suite. It is a great layout for a girls trip. We also had a blast at the happy hour and even dipped in the pool. Amazing location! Thank you Savannah and the whole team!

My Wife and I stayed at the Artist House with our youngest Son. We knew that Key West was an Amazing place to get away, but we had no idea that where we stayed in Key West could make it 100% better. The Artist House its self is a Beautiful Property. It has so much History that is fun to explore. The Staff at the Artist truly made our trip one we will never forget!!!! They where Unbelievable!!!! If you go make sure you enjoy breakfast with the most kind hearted chef's I have ever met. Liza is truly incredible. She made my Family a special desert for our last breakfast there that was out of this world. The staff at the desk will help you in any way you need. They are so friendly and accommodating!!! If you stay at the Artist House make sure to be respectful and say Hi to Robert the Doll!!!!! I have already suggested the Artist House to all my friends, and would strongly recommend it to Anyone looking for a Great time in Key West!!!! Sincerely Very Satisfied Guest!!!!

This is our favorite place in key west, the facility is Historic, and has tons of cute and cozy details all around, the poll with has hot water and jets... The garden is magic and the service is fabulous... A place to stay while in Key West, and the location is perfect as is one minute from the main street and party...

Florida, key west.. name a better location! Beautiful hotel… terrible employee status. SAVANNAH RALEY, the front desk concierge, visits Maryland once a month, how, I’m unsure, this hotel must pay well… and does all kinds of drugs & sleeps with peoples boyfriends… it’s a wonder how the artist house allows drug addicts as employees. Especially trashy, sleep with other peoples partner type of employees. I’ve tried to address this matter several times with a “Jessica” and nothing seems to be resolved. She also bragged about all the husbands who visit love her outfits and could probably sleep with them all. Enjoy your stay at the Artist House, and beware of a drug fueled husband stealing SAVANNAH, that works there. Highly unprofessional. Not my last review either until matter is resolved JESSICA :) Would greatly appreciate a manager or OWNER reaching out. Seems they just delete or hide my messages.

A beautiful hotel in the heart of Key West. You can't find a better location. It's close to the center but in a quiet spot. The atmosphere and the history of the place are fantastic. The only issue is the parking, but it's manageable. I really enjoyed it, a great place with a friendly atmosphere.

Great room and great service. Staff was super friendly, accommodating, and wonderful to talk to. My wife loved the clawfoot tub in the Anne suite. Rooms were very clean and wonderfully furnished. Loved it. Individual a/c minisplits kept us very cool in our room.

We spent our honeymoon in the artist house in Key West and it was magical. It is very familiar and charming. The owners are lovely and courteous. There was an amazing breakfast and happy hour. We would always come back and recommend it highly. The only pitty was, that Robert the doll was not hauting us ;-)

We had a wonderful stay at the Artist House! We came for the history and were blown away with the hospitality. Coming back to a clean and comfortable room after a hot day was always refreshing! We stayed in Eugene's Studio Suite and had a peaceful rest each night. Staff is extremely friendly. They usually leave around 6:00, but we got to meet Savannah the following day and she is absolutely lovely! The outdoor garden is adorable, and the snacks really hit the spot! The location is in walking distance to the main town and restaurants.

Really enjoyed staying here. Not a lot of guests, quick access to rooms and pretty easy to find street parking. Feasible to walk to the main parts of town and great restaurants just a couple blocks away. Rooms are charming but found that our room (which faced the street right near the front entrance) stayed pretty light even in the evening which made it a little difficult to sleep. Would recommend this as a great B&B option!

This is waaaaayyyyyyyyy overdue and Carlos, I am soooooo sorry!!! This place is absolutely amazing! I knew the history of the house before staying there for my weddingmoon, but I could not have picked better. My daughter and I stayed in the Turret Suite the night before the wedding and my hubby and I stayed the wedding night and after. The room was absolutely stunning and the most picturesque place to get ready in. Carlos was the host with the most! He made us feel so welcome and special; he spoiled us, really! My hubby and I were the first big wedding in Key West after the world shut down for Covid; ironically the same night that Luke Combs and his wife married at an exclusive private island nearby. A hurricane was headed straight for us, everyone thought we should cancel, but I wasn't budging. It ended up being the most amazing day of my life. Gorgeous and perfect in every way. My husband and I will stay nowhere else when we return and while we have not made it back yet, we are hoping to spend our next anniversary there. You will not be sorry! Just look at my pics! Stunning!

The Artist House is conveniently located for exploring the main tourist areas of Key West. We stayed in the Anne Suite. The room is clean, attractive, well appointed, and the bed is comfortable. The bathroom is beautiful and inviting. Endless hot water if you want to use the tub. Every staff member we met was friendly and helpful. We recommend renting the bicycles. They had locks and were in good working condition. What took this review from 5 stars to 3 were the breakfasts. From the website: “Guests enjoy a made to order breakfast in our tranquil orchid garden courtyard or may choose to enjoy breakfast on any of our public expansive balconies, within the guest room suite or private room balcony.” What? There was nothing made-to-order about what was offered. It was a catered breakfast served from steam table trays. I’ve never seen that from a B&B. The first day’s meal was some sort of soggy breakfast sandwich and the second day’s was scrambled eggs and “inedible” pancakes…the inedible part was according to my husband who, according to me, has a pretty low standard when it comes to pancakes. Oatmeal was available out of those sort of single-serve containers you see at the store…just add hot water. Same for cereal. Each day there was a fresh fruit salad, which was nice apart from unripe melon, and sausage / bacon / Canadian bacon that was eh… I also didn’t see any evidence of expansive public balconies available for meals. There is a cute little porch with a table in front but the other balconies seemed to be used for storage. We honestly had a better breakfast included with our room at the Hampton Inn when we landed in Florida. The Artist House breakfasts were disappointing and pretty outrageous given that those two nights cost $1,200.

The Artist House is my favorite place to stay in Key West. Location is Perfect and the House is awesome. But Jessica and everyone else that works there are the best, A+ in my book. Love this place

Our first B&B experience and it definitely set a high bar for anywhere else! My boyfriend and I only stayed here for a night while we were in Key West to try something new, but we’ll definitely be back. We stayed in the Anne Suite upstairs and were blown away as soon as we saw the grand room we would be sleeping in… but I fell in love with the bathroom’s gorgeous tiling and claw foot soaking tub (and heeded the adorable poem’s warning hehe). We’ll definitely be back soon to enjoy the other rooms! We missed the cocktail hour but the breakfast was divine. The handmade ceramic Artist House coffee mugs we used at breakfast were so cute, we had to grab one as a souvenir for this trip before we left. The location was also great, the only caveat was that we had to pay for metered street parking. However, we parked our car once nearby and paid a daily rate that we could conveniently check on while walking to and from Duval St, which was just steps away and where we spent the majority of our trip. Thank you for your hospitality!

Absolutely enjoyed our stay at The Artist House. Although we arrived after hours, the owners left us an envelope with instructions, and the email with information was helpful, too! I enjoyed the continental breakfast each day, the wading pool was fun each evening, and we enjoyed the private balcony from our room. We stayed in the Turret Suite, which sleeps 4, has two full sized bathrooms (a walk in shower with double shower heads, and a claw foot rub from the 1800s (took full advantage of both). The beds were immensely comfortable, and the seating area was a nice place to hang out and drink champagne. We also met the owners on our last day, and they were a delight! As our first b&b experience, we couldn't have made a better choice!

The staff is like family and I was lucky to meet the wonderful owner. The house is clean and cozy. Such a great place to stay. Would highly recommend.

Located 2 minutes from Duval ST walking distance. The Artist House was clean and lovely to stay in. There are not a ton of amenities but it was a unique experience. The location was everything! I don’t think I was treated special or above and beyond and I was there for my birthday solo. However, it was quiet and and a good lodging experience. I didn’t go to breakfast or happy hour. The dipping pool was heated so it was HOT! The chef seemed unfriendly walking around -it was strange. Uncomfortable even. Jessica was really nice to book with! I was not given a tour or history. However, When my room was ready my stuff was placed nicely for when I arrived. Air conditioning worked amazing and bathroom was luxury! I didn’t find it to be loud at all there! I would stay there again for a few nights when rates are lower! Thanks for letting me stay.

I took my 98 year old grandmother to Key West. The staff at The Artist House was very kind and accommodating. We stayed in the Morning Room. The breakfast was fresh, delicious, and healthy. We were a couple minutes walk to Duval street. Great location. Very comfortable home! I would definitely stay again.

We had a third floor room, which was nice and spacious. The back is nice, the seating and the heated pool for dipping. Breakfast is nice, but it is all store bought, and it's the same thing everyday. The employees there were great and very helpful.

My honey and I stayed in the 2 bedroom Cornish suite with another couple. The rooms were clean, beds were comfy, comfortable room temp despite 3rd floor room, delicious breakfast with many options, free happy hour, dip pool was clean, staff was friendly and very helpful. Lots of comfy patio furniture, bikes to rent (although they were all booked when we wanted them) and a nice central location to everything. We greatly enjoyed our time here!

Very pretty place to stay and extremely friendly and professional staff. It's good to have access to a microwave and hot water on the main floor + included breakfast saves time. The inn is very close to the key West loop bus stop as well. We enjoyed walking on the streets nearby. The only small issue we had was that the room on the main floor (Flagler) was noisy due to other tenants constantly running up and down the stairs.

Great quaint hotel conveniently located near Duvall street. We stayed here a few days for our wedding and we are glad we did. The staff are very attentive and kind. They allowed us to leave our bags after we checked out and pick them up later when we were ready to travel home. Although it was spring break there was no such party animals at this hotel which was a big bonus. The breakfast was the amazing. Definitely one of the best we have had at a hotel and we travel frequently. The room itself was clean and the bed was comfy. The bathroom was a bit on the tiny side and the water was turned out for a little bit but these were small inconveniences.

One of the best places we've ever stayed. Freshly made breakfast every morning and happy hour in the garden every afternoon. We're looking forward to staying here again.

This lovely BnB is located in a great location!! Walking distance to the marina and most popular activities.

Great place to stay. Very friendly. Lucy makes a great breakfast. The room was clean and bright with lots of natural sunlight. Nice wading pool, and great afternoon happy hour. Perfect location close to Duval St, Mallory Sq, and Mile 0.

I can't say enough nice things about this place. The staff is amazing, polite and super helpful. Rooms are absolutely gorgeous and spotless, I can only wish every hotel was this clean. Lovely little breakfast area located in the garden. The hotel itself is very close to Mallory square so be sure to get there in time for sunset. Only minor issue is the parking situation - it's almost impossible to find a free spot so expect around $30 daily parking fee.

Simply cannot say enough good things about this place. Stayed 4 nights in the Turret Suite - had no idea about the history regarding the property! Was fascinated by the number of nightly ghost tours that came around (outside & across the street - never interfered w/ guests or the property). Pro tip: Sit on the balcony at night - you'll be able to listen in on a few of their tales! Staff Jessica was fabulous - really enjoyed visiting w/ her. Happy hour was great w/ complimentary wine, beer, & other non-alcoholic drinks. They were also stocked w/ other items in the event something was forgotten while packing....even blister pads that Jessica presented me w/ that I was so grateful for! Breakfast was good in the morning, but usually had to wait - the cooks were not too friendly but nothing to ruin your day. We also enjoyed the "cocktail pool" in the evenings. The Artist House is also in an ideal location - we never even rented bikes like we intended bc everything was within walking distance. Would love to be able to return one day.

Was a guest at this beautiful home from July 11, 2021 through July 16th. It was my first experience at a B&B. My husband and I were pleased. They were welcoming and the room was clean and beautiful. We stayed in Eugene’s Studio Suite. The king size bed was comfortable, the room was large with plenty of room to live around, the bathroom was roomy, and what impressed me the most was the cleanliness. Thank you for helping us make great memories on our 20th Anniversary getaway.

We spent a couple of days in Key West in May and had the perfect stay at 'The Artist House'. The house is in a great location, close to Duval St, the waterfront etc. Carlos was our host on arrival. He made us extremely welcome from the start, gave us a great deal of information on the house and its surroundings and also on the incredible history of the house and particularly one of its former occupants Otto and his malevolent doll Robert whose spirit hid my wife's room key on the first night (according to my wife at least). The rooms and general facilities are all in great condition. Our room at the rear of the house was comfortable, quiet and private. The ground floor kitchen provides you with hot water, tea (including a house specialty), coffee etc as well as wine, beer or soft drinks for happy hour which you can enjoy in the well manicured garden area or even in the pool. We missed Lisa's breakfast but it did smell pretty good. We will definitely seek out availability here for our next visit.

We came down here for a long weekend in November. I consider myself a seasoned vacationer, and I think The Artist House was one of, if not the best place I've stayed at. Wonderful staff who were all friendly and accommodating. The garden yard and porches were comfortable for relaxing and recovering with lots of privacy. Centrally located we only had a short walk from Duval street and everything on the island is walking distance.

Beautiful house, location is right where everything is happening, staff was terrific! Was my first time in Key West and highly recommend the Artist house if planning a trip.

We loved the staff, location, and tasty breakfasts at the Artist House! The room was great with a comfy bed and luxurious shower! We booked pretty last minute and Cassidy was still able to arrange bikes and tickets to Dry Tortugas for us, both of which really made our experience in Key West more memorable and fun!