If you want to stay at the Hilton, go stay at the Hilton. If you want to be welcomed like family, stay at the Garden Inn. Being welcomed by Sammy "Miami" was like staying with some quirky long lost relative. I've never been to Key West before, but this type of a**osphere is supposed to be what the area is known for. Laidback, personal, and full of character. Try the waffles, I'm a food snob and even I thought they were good.