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Conch On Inn
MOTEL
( 305-852-9309;
conchoninn.com
; MM 89.5, 103 Caloosa St; apt $59-129; )
A simple motel popular with yearly snowbirds, Conch On Inn has basic rooms that are re-
liable, clean and comfortable.
Chesapeake Resort
RESORT
( 305-664-4662;
www.chesapeake-resort.com
;
83409 Overseas Hwy; r $200-330, ste $350-550;
)
This all-inclusive resort is packed with activities and rooms that have more tropical char-
acter than the average Keys accommodation. An on-site tennis court is good for exercise,
while the charter boat dock and marina keeps you linked in to the local world of recre-
ational fishing and sea exploring. You won't lack for amenities.
Ragged Edge Resort
RESORT
( 305-852-5389;
www.ragged-edge.com
;
243 Treasure Harbor Rd; apt $69-259; )
This low-key and popular efficiency and apartment complex, far from the maddening
traffic jams, has 10 quiet units and friendly hosts. The larger studios have screened-in
porches, and the entire vibe is happily comatose. There's no beach, but you can swim off
the dock and at the pool.
Casa Morada
HOTEL
( 305-664-0044, 888-881-3030;
www.casamorada.com
;
136 Madeira Rd, off MM 82.2; ste incl
breakfast $279-659; )
Contemporary chic comes to Islamorada, but it's not gentrifying away the village vibe.
Rather, the Casa adds a welcome dab of sophistication to Conch chill: a keystone standing
circle, freshwater pool, artificial lagoon, plus a
Wallpaper
-magazine-worthy bar that over-
looks Florida Bay - all make this boutique hotel worth a reservation. Go to the bar to catch
a drink and a sunset.
La Siesta Resort & Marina
RESORT
