Baker’s Cay Resort Key Largo, Curio Collection by Hilton

"Why did this hotel catch your attention? Whitewashed and modern, with tall ceilings and walls of windows, Baker’s Cay Resort Key Largo is the epitome of contemporary island style. What’s the backstory?The resort is a member of Hilton’s Curio Collection. Tell us all about the accommodations. What can we expect from our rooms?Rooms feature hardwood floors, vaguely tribal patterns punctuated with coastal elements, and sleek, modern bathrooms. Is there a charge for Wi-Fi?Wi-Fi is included in the resort fee. Drinking and dining—what are we looking at?There’s a nice variety of restaurants here. The indoor-outdoor Calusa does a la carte breakfast and dinner with a Caribbean-Creole slant. Tequila and tacos are on the menu at Dry Rocks; the Tiki Bar, meanwhile, is as advertised: all drinks, all the time. The pool features a mobile food truck serving snacks and sips. The hotel even has a hook-and-cook program; if you get lucky on your fishing excursion, you can bring your catch to the kitchen. How about the service? Everything is taken care of here; staff is on hand to ensure you’re never bored. There’s even a director of pet relations. What type of travelers will you find here?Relaxed vacationers come here for a balance of rest and play. What about the neighborhood? Does the hotel fit in, make itself part of the scene?Key Largo can be a bit touristy on the main drag—KFC, tacky T-shirt shops, that sort of thing—but this resort is a chic departure from that. Any other hotel features worth noting?There are two beaches: Hammock Beach, which tends to be quiet, and a more active beach where you can try your hand at watersports, from kayaking to paddleboarding (included in the resort fee). There’s also a pool with waterfalls. Bottom line: Worth it? Why?This is a quiet, chic Keys escape that’s close to Miami—and just as much fun." - Nancy DePalma