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13201 Overseas Highway, MM 54, Marathon, FL 33050
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Ranked #2 of 15 hotels in Marathon
4.0 of 5 stars 329 Reviews
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Virginia
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
“Not worth the price-trying to be a resort hotel”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012

We stayed at the Holiday Inn Express in Marathon Key, Florida for one night on our way to Key West. This is your typical Holiday Inn Express (not a full service Holiday Inn). It is not worth the exhorbitant price they charge for a room (the front desk clerk had the nerve to tell us that he would give us a discount if we stayed another night!). The walls in the rooms are thin-you can hear televisions next door. There was only 1 bar of soap in the bathroom, so you had to share the soap between the sink and the bathtub. They didn't provide hair conditioner. This is a relatively new hotel, but it hasn't been kept up well-there was rust and mold in the bathroom. Unless you have a reason to stop in Marathon on your way to Key West, keep driving to Key West. This hotel is outrageously priced-it costs the same as a nice hotel in Key West.

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled with family
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Chicago, Illinois
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Day trip from Miami”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012
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We stayed in Miami the week before our cruise and wanted to see the Keys.
There is really very little to see on the way down; but Key West was very nice. Key west is about a 4 hour drive so we decided to stay half way back in Marathon.
The Holiday Inn Express was a great choice! I think it is only about 1 year old and very clean. Great location, and great dining on the property with evening entertainment. Walk inn rate 139.00 and include a very nice breakfast bar.

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Bloomington, Illinois
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Return trip already planned before we left Marathon island HIExpress!!!!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012
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We drove 26 hours straight to get to the Holiday Inn Express Marathon island. The staff re energized us upon checking in. We were greeted by Kris who runs Tarpon Marina and a professional fisherwomen. GO GIRL! We were told about all the water sports that were offered. Snorkeling trips, sunset cruises, paddle boarding a d kayaking. What a great gift shop too. We signed up for a couple of things however the weather did not participate. Catch 53 is a must for lunch and dinner. Not a bad thing on the menu. Try one of their pizza's. Holiday Inn Express Marathon has everything you want for a great Florida keys vacation. Great rooms, free breakfast and easy travel to the other Keys. I am a partner in a few hotels. I wish I had a part of this wonderful place. I do not give out compliments freely. Lisa the GM runs a great hotel. Thank you for our wonderful stay. Kelli and Dimitri from Bloomington IL

Room Tip: Not a bad room. All have a nice view. Micro and refrig in all rooms.
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  • Stayed February 2012, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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virginia
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“memorable vacation! we plan to return often.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012
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immaculate, pricy though but worth it. especially enjoyable were the huge (3-4 feet) iguanas in the trees across the water and on the pier occasionally. they are fun to watch! every meal was by the water for us. the lobby staff and kitchen staff were amazingly helpful. wish i had gotten their names for this. very comfortable vacation. we stayed ten days.
the maids were annoying that they always wanted to clean our room. but others may like that.

Room Tip: ours had a fabulous view of water, pool, landscaping etc.
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  • Stayed February 2012, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Carstairs
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“Great hotel, great location!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012 via mobile
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We stayed here for 4 nights. Upgraded to a king suite. Huge room! Super clean. Hotel was only about a year old so basically brand new. We liked the location as it was close to Key West without the high price and it was close to Islamoralda for the fishing. Breakfast bar - included in price - was awesome. Staff were attentive and kept things stocked and tables cleaned. We WILL be back!

  • Stayed February 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Address: 13201 Overseas Highway, MM 54, Marathon, FL 33050
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