The Pier House Resort, Key WestThe Pier House Resort in Key West, United States has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 24 of 40 hotels we score in Key West. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.4 before correction. Rooms from about $359 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Pier House Resort is a beachfront hotel in Key West's Old Town, sitting on the Gulf of Mexico with its own private white sand beach. Rooms have a tasteful, modern look in a tropical setting, and guests can use a full-service spa, a swimming pool, a poolside bar, an on-site restaurant and a gym. It is family friendly and welcomes pets, with parking, room service and Wi-Fi provided. Rates start at $359 a night, and guest reviews average 8.8. It suits travellers who want beach access and a central Old Town location in one place. One drawback noted by guests is that the rooms are comfortable but not especially upscale in design.What stands out

Private white sand beach on site

Full-service spa and massage services

Central Old Town Key West location

Pool, poolside bar and dining

Watch out for

Rooms lack upscale design

Nightly rates start at $359

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