Quirky Smuggler’s Cove Resort in the Florida Keys has completed a three-month, $500,000 renovation at its intimate 12-room waterfront property. One standout addition is the Hook ’N’ Cook experience, which lets guests cast a line into the hotel’s well-stocked fishing spot, known as the Honey Hole. Guests who catch a mahi-mahi, snapper or other local fish can choose to have the catch filleted to take home or prepared by the hotel kitchen for their evening meal.
Complimentary WiFi is available throughout the property. The refreshed rooms now feature flat-screen televisions, new bedding and updated furnishings. Many accommodations include kitchenettes equipped with mini refrigerators, microwaves, coffeemakers and basic kitchenware, making longer stays more convenient.
Smuggler’s Cove is a favored marina for sport-fishing charters and also attracts visitors interested in scuba diving, snorkeling, eco tours and boat rentals. Guests who bring their own boat can use the resort’s 80-slip marina, while those without a vessel can rent one locally or book a charter. The waterside Buoy Bar offers live entertainment and scenic views, and adventurous visitors can arrange helicopter tours to see the Keys from the air.
The resort’s combination of waterfront amenities, updated rooms and unique guest activities like Hook ’N’ Cook make it a practical and appealing base for exploring the natural attractions and outdoor recreation of the Florida Keys.