With a stay at Island Bay Resort in Tavernier, you'll be near the bay, within a 15-minute drive of Jimmy Johnson's Big Chill and Mariners Hospital. .This beach aparthotel is 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Harry Harris Park.
Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Laura Quinn Wild Bird Sanctuary - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Florida Keys Dive Center - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
Harry Harris Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Baker's Cay Resort Beach - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
Getting around
Miami Intl. Airport (MIA) - 90 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Blond Giraffe Key Lime Pie Factory - 6 min walk
Dillon's Pub & Grill - 2 min drive
Snappers - 4 min drive
Harriette's Restaurant - 5 min drive
About this property
Island Bay Resort
Beachfront aparthotel for sun and fun
Island Bay Resort offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Kitchenettes offer stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a private beach.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 10 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with stovetops and microwaves. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 32-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a private beach or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this aparthotel include complimentary wireless internet access, barbecue grills, and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, laundry facilities, and lockers. Free self parking is available onsite.
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
Private beach
Beach massages
Beach sunloungers
Beach umbrellas
Beach towels
Internet
Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Parking and transport
Free secured, uncovered self-parking on site
Kitchenette
Stovetop
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Toaster
Blender
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Freezer
Paper towels
Ice maker
Bedrooms
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrooms
Shower
Rainfall shower head
Shampoo
Toilet paper
Soap
Towels provided
Hairdryer
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable service
Outdoor areas
Decking or patio
Barbecue
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Dock
Walkway to water
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Hand-held shower head
No lifts
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Daily housekeeping
Vending machine
Change of towels (on request)
Lockers available
Front desk (limited hours)
Location highlights
On the bay
Things to do
Water sports equipment
Kayaking on site
Snorkelling on site
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
10 rooms
Individually decorated
Individually furnished
Property does not allow children
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 17 are welcome
Payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Property is also known as
Island Bay Resort Tavernier
Island Bay Resort Aparthotel
Island Bay Resort Aparthotel Tavernier
Island Bay Resort Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Outstanding property! Staff extremely attentive and professional. Grounds are meticulously kept, calm, beautiful without the crowds and busyness. Well appointed room that is comfortable with the smallest touches that made the stay unique. Will definitely be back- no reason to stay anywhere else!
My wife and I just spent our anniversary here and highly recommended the Island Bay Resort! Sue was such an awesome and thoughtful host and helped make our stay here wonderful! Pictures and words cannot do this place justice and accurately describe what a gorgeous and peaceful property this is! You will just have to go and see for yourself!!
Beautiful property, abiance is great! The paddle boards were so much fun! Property managers very friendly. We enjoyed our stay in Sunsets cottage very much.
This place was exactly what I was looking for. Quiet and peaceful. The beach was kept very clean and the paddle boards and Kayaks were there for our use at no extra charge. The sunsets at night were spectacular. As soon as you walk out of your little cottage, you’re greeted by water. Steve and Sue couldn’t have been better hosts. They were very helpful in answering any questions I had. If you’re looking for peace of mind and tranquility, this is the place for you. I will definitely be staying here again.
Quiet and tidy boutique property. Great little beach on property, across A1A is a convenience/gas store. Walking distance is a retail center with WinnDixie. Rooms are essentially individual cottage with kitchenette, walk in shower, TV and little front porch. Dock space for a boat, all water amenities and protected lagoon for floating. Tavernier is very quiet and an easy drive south to Islamorada and all the shoppping and dining. Friendly staff and good place to stay for extended time as well
What a wonderful, little tucked away gem!! We had such a great time here, the property is spotless and beautiful, the rooms were perfect in size and beautifully decorated, and the couple who run the property make you feel so welcome and like your family. We rarely left the property, it was so relaxing to sit on the beach, or take the kayaks or paddle boards out into the water, we even saw, sharks and manatees and got to swim with them right at the resort. We will definitely go back!
Tranquility. Amazing location. The beach is fantastic. We don’t like staying the same place twice but we will definitely stay here again if we travel to the keys
The managers Lisa and Steve were wonderful, very helpful and caring. We will be staying there again.
Christine Elizabeth
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tanja
2 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Definitely coming back!
A beautiful small super friendly resort. Pictures don't do it justice. I must have said "this is so cute" 1,000 times. Will come back here again and again
The property was very well maintained and beautiful. The management was outstanding and location perfect. You can snorkel from m the shore and see stingrays, fish etc. we will be back!!
Island Bay is small quaint resort where the owners make you feel like you’re family from the moment you check in. It’s gated so we felt safe. You are surrounded by tree cover and plant life which makes it quiet even though it’s off the main road. The decor is perfect for the location. We stayed for our honeymoon and we were welcomed with a bottle of champagne in the room which was a nice touch! The private beach is very clean and kept up with; the chairs on the beach are comfortable. There are plenty of activities (kayaking, bocce, cornhole, etc.) for guests as well. The dock also has some Adirondack chairs which is perfect to watch the sunset over the water. We had a great stay and would absolutely stay here again!
We loved everything about the property. Sue and Steve are excellent property managers and the place is impeccable. We highly recommend it for anyone who wants a quiet, serene stay in a central location for visiting the Keys.
This was just amazing little resort! If I could give it more than 5 starts I would. We had a fantastic stay. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Laurence
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Darin, Langley
31 Mar 2024
This property is a little piece of paradise. It is an a wonderful spot for a romantic and peaceful holiday. The grounds are spotless and pristine. Sue and Steve are fantastic caretakers and we’re so lovely to talk to. We would absolutely recommend this resort and would return in a heartbeat.