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Reviews of Blackfin Resort and Marina 2 stars

4650 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050, United States

#24 of 50 hotels in Marathon

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 877 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    7.7

  • Free WiFi

    7.4

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  • Reviewed: 2 September 2025

    8.0
    Very pleasant location is fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Better pillows

    Very nice stay in manager He was always available to help and with great attitude We will go back to the property

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2025

    9.0
    Great value
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff at the front desk was super friendly, and gave us a lot of great recommendations regarding where to dine and attractions worth visiting

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2025

    9.0
    Clean, convenient, and cost efficient
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had signed up for a king bed and got a queen. They had briefly lost one of the two reservations

    Good location, good price. Quiet at our end

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Overall, my stay was good, but there are a few things that could be improved. First, the wristband system for the pool really needs a rethink. No one wants to wear a band in the sun all day, and they tend to fall off if they're not put on super tight. Getting questioned by staff about it wasn't the most relaxing experience, though once they got to know us, they were more relaxed about it. Also, the rooms could use a bit more attention when it comes to cleanliness, and the bathrooms are ready for some updates. My shower had cracks in the wall and the shower head didn’t work very well. That said, the staff was friendly and helpful, which made a big difference during our stay.

    I had a great stay. From the moment I checked in to the moment I left, the staff was friendly and welcoming. It really made a difference. Knowing that the staff stays on property and is available when needed gave a sense of comfort and reliability. The whole vibe of the place was exactly what you'd want—relaxed, chill, and easygoing. Just like the keys should be!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked the hotel. A good hotel for the amount of money it costs. The location is good, the room was clean, there was even a small beach from the hotel. There are hotels better, of course, but their prices are several times higher.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little outdated and that you couldn’t fish from the inlet at the back of the property. Also no kitchen sink and the a/c filter was dirty

    I like that it was quiet and close to beaches, the supermarket and it was clean

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2025

    9.0
    My favorite place to stay on my trip I will make a special effort to come stay here again
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No dog bags

    Friendly and kind staff and the breathtaking you to see the sunrise and the sunset and swim in the ocean

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights

    ants

    THe room was just okay, like a bungalow kind of vibe. Having their own beach was very nice. THe room could of been a little more cleaner. like the floors swept. but everything else was clean.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean, relaxing to sit by the water.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2025

    8.0
    Clean rooms and pleasant water-front picnic area
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    We felt that the price for our room was high for what it was. This is an older motel--- well maintained, but still, a motel. (We stayed at a lovely, renovated guesthouse in Key West for less per night than Blackfin.) One of the beds in our room had a particularly uncomfortable, lumpy mattress and, while the sheets were clean, I didn't care for the worn bed covers.

    My husband and I stayed one night at the Blackfin Resort and Marina earlier this month. Pulling in to the office parking lot, the building looked closed up, not like a place we’d want to stay. Happily, the rooms, located in buildings behind the office, were clean and well maintained. Park right in front of your room. Room 26 had 2 beds, a microwave, good size coffee pot & fixings, and small fridge. Drinks vending machine. The pool looked inviting. The pier area behind the rooms was a very nice touch, with a few picnic tables, a couple of lounge chairs, and a grill--- right on the water, just next to a boat dock.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2025

    9.0
    Friendly Resort. Quaint. Feels off the beaten path.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The charcoal grills need cleaned out and bathrooms are tiny.

    Quaint little resort where kids can roam, ride scooters, swim & be safe doing so. We used the picnic area with charcoal grills & enjoyed that. All the staff were easy-going and friendly. So close to stores, restaurants.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2025

    8.0
    Not a bad place to stay but a little pricey for the quality of the rooms.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was pretty small but it was just us two so it was fine. The bed wasn’t very comfy. The window film in the shower had a strip missing so people could peek in so that needs to be fixed. We had to wear wrist bands while on the property because locals have been vandalizing the property. I thought that was kinda strange. Also I think adding weather strips to the doors would be a good idea bc there is a decent sized gap in between the floor and the door. Adding that would help keep the room cool and keep out bugs and little lizards which are everywhere in the keys.

    The furniture was nice, had good lighting, the room was tidy, the staff was nice and very helpful, the marina was cool, and I liked the big orange chair they had out by the swimming area. We really enjoyed watching the sunset out there on our last night in the keys. The pics on here don’t match exactly what it looks like now bc they updated it after a storm but it’s quite nice. Like 5 minutes from a publix and sombrero beach which is nice but Bahia Honda is better and only 15 minutes away! The pics I’ve included of the room were taken as we were leaving.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2025

    9.0
    We enjoyed Blackfin and the area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It would be helpful to add towel hooks or racks so towels and swimwear could be hung up to dry.

    Didn't have breakfast. We liked the simplicity and Old Florida feel. The location was really good for us. We enjoyed the pool, the relaxing outdoor areas like the picnic areas and walking to the point by the lighthouse to watch the sunset.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2025

    9.0
    Good stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cleanliness, location, sunset views, pleasant beach

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom small

    Friendly, lovely sunset point

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The window shutters in the room are tricky and if you're not careful people walking by can see inside your room. It would be good to add curtains for extra privacy. We also had issue with the window. We couldn't open it, so we had to constantly use the air conditioner to not suffocate.

    The pool was really nice and clean. The staff was friendly and helpful. The washer and drier worked properly (extra fee).

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2025

    7.0
    Budget motel that is clean, central, with sunset views
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little hard to find off the main road

    Nice sunset viewing area at the beach. Central Marathon location. Walking distance to restaurants.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It says 24 hrs front desk. You lucky if they're there until 4 pm. It said it was beachfront..yeah, you can watch the water but you can't get in. And it was a small pool that they had.

    I liked the bed. And I liked the staff when they were there. I liked places where I could go and get meals.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The air con was a bit noisy.

    Great location, room had everything we needed. Great value for money.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2025

    8.0
    An old fashioned but nice Keys motel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was a little small, and our room was close to the highway. They need to invest in some bigger bath towels.

    The room was very clean and the amenities were as advertised. Overall it is a well kept property. There was a cute little tiki/beach area on the gulf. The housekeeping was excellent.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2025

    8.0
    An enjoyable stay in a good location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really

    Liked the friendliness of staff and day to day interaction.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2025

    9.0
    Better than expected, good values for the price and very clean.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    The Blackfin Resort was better than the expected, we got a fair value for what we paid. The room was simple and basic but everything was super clean. The hotel beach clse to the Marina is nice place to watchthe sunset. For the pupose of swimming we prefered to drive to Sombrero beach that is only about 5 minutes away. We are also greateful for the fantastic restaurant recommendation for dinner and breakfast!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2025

    7.0
    Relaxing , great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 4 nights

    No cutlery/ plates.

    Location, fishing from "beach area". Watching the sunset . The hostess was very helpful.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2025

    9.0
    Hidden Gem
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Studio - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    If you’re a snob and are going to critique everything this place is not for you. It’s quiet, great value, and marathon is better than Key West. Really enjoyed the stay.

    Stayed in March 2025

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