"Down a residential road on Stock Island you reach the entrance to Oceans Edge, which fronts canals and a marina on the island just next to Key West. It's lush with tropical plants and palms, and has a bit of a residential feel too, with Key West cottage-style buildings (three stories, so not towers) that could just as easily be homes as a hotel. There's sparkling water everywhere and bobbing boats at every turn. It opened in January 2017 on Stock Island, an active commercial fishing hub, so it's a bit removed from the Key West crowds but still just a 10-minute free shuttle drive to Duval Street. The resort occupies a manicured 20-acre swath of Stock and is the biggest resort player on the island. It attracts people who know that the best thing about the Keys is getting out on the water to fish, snorkel, sail, and dive—and you can park your boat right in front of your room—a huge perk. Bonus tip: nearby Yahman's Authentic Jamaican Jerk Shack does great ribs and jerk sandwiches you can sit outside to eat or bring back to your room's balcony to enjoy." - Nancy DePalma , Terry Ward, Laura Ratliff
