Top 14 Best Marinas in the Florida Keys

Top 14 Marinas in the Florida Keys
Best Marina Destinations from Key Largo to Key West

The Florida Keys — America's Boating Paradise

The Florida Keys stretch 125 miles into the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, forming the only living coral reef ecosystem in the continental United States. For boaters, anglers, divers, and waterfront property owners, few destinations in the world compare. The Keys' unique geography — positioned between two bodies of water, threaded by a single highway and thousands of navigable channels — creates an extraordinary concentration of marina facilities, each with its own character and specialty.
Whether you're a liveaboard cruiser crossing from the Bahamas, an inshore angler chasing bonefish on the flats, a dive enthusiast exploring the reef, or a buyer evaluating waterfront real estate and marina proximity, understanding the Keys' marina landscape is essential. This guide profiles the top 14 marinas from Key Largo to Key West, organized geographically along the Overseas Highway.
For buyers interested in marina-adjacent or waterfront property anywhere in the Florida Keys or Southwest Florida, Danny Skelly and the team at eXp Realty bring direct local knowledge of each of these communities. Reach out at SWFloridaHomes4Sale.com or call (239) 785-0418.

Quick Reference: Florida Keys Marinas at a Glance

#
Marina Name
Location
Best For
1
Blackwater Sound / Key Largo Marina
Key Largo, MM 106
See profile below
2
Gilbert's Resort & Marina
Key Largo, MM 107.9
See profile below
3
Islamorada Marina / Bud 'n' Mary's
Islamorada, MM 79.8
See profile below
4
Whale Harbor Marina
Islamorada, MM 83.5
See profile below
5
Marathon Marina & Boatyard
Marathon, MM 53
See profile below
6
Faro Blanco Resort & Yacht Club
Marathon, MM 48
See profile below
7
Bonefish Bay Marina
Marathon, MM 53.5 (Bay Side)
See profile below
8
Boot Key Harbor / City Marina
Marathon, Boot Key
See profile below
9
Sugarloaf Marina
Sugarloaf Key, MM 17
See profile below
10
A&B Marina
Key West Historic Seaport
See profile below
11
Key West Bight Marina (Garrison Bight)
Key West, North Roosevelt Blvd
See profile below
12
Stock Island Marina Village
Stock Island (adjacent to Key West)
See profile below
13
Ocean Reef Club Marina
North Key Largo (private community)
See profile below
14
Robbie's of Islamorada
Islamorada, MM 77.5
See profile below

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Detailed Marina Profiles: Key Largo to Key West

1. Blackwater Sound / Key Largo Marina   |   Key Largo, MM 106
Anchoring the northern gateway to the Keys, this marina sits at the edge of Blackwater Sound where Florida Bay meets the Atlantic. Anglers and divers prize its proximity to John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park — the first undersea park in the United States. Wet slips accommodate vessels up to 65 feet, and liveaboards find the calm basin perfect year-round. Fuel, pump-out, and ice are on-site, and the adjacent waterfront restaurants make it easy to turn a fuel stop into a full afternoon.
Key Highlights:
- Direct access to John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park
- Wet and dry storage with capacity for vessels up to 65 ft
- Full-service fuel dock with diesel and gasoline
- Close proximity to world-class snorkeling and dive charters
 
2. Gilbert's Resort & Marina   |   Key Largo, MM 107.9
Gilbert's has been a Keys institution for decades. Tucked into a protected basin off Card Sound Road, it combines a full-service marina with a legendary tiki bar atmosphere. Transient boaters love the easy dockage, and the weekend music scene draws regulars from across South Florida. Slips accommodate vessels up to 50 feet. Kayak and paddleboard rentals are available directly off the dock, making it a great base for exploring the nearby mangrove tunnels.
Key Highlights:
- Transient dockage with electric and water hookups
- On-site tiki bar and waterfront dining
- Kayak and paddleboard rentals available
- Protected basin — excellent storm refuge
 
3. Islamorada Marina / Bud 'n' Mary's   |   Islamorada, MM 79.8
One of the most famous sportfishing headquarters in the world, Bud 'n' Mary's has launched more trophy catches than perhaps any marina in the Florida Keys. Founded in 1944, the marina operates a full fleet of offshore and backcountry charter boats targeting sailfish, mahi-mahi, bonefish, and permit. Dry rack storage, a full-service bait and tackle shop, and fuel are all on-site. This is the heartbeat of the "Sport Fishing Capital of the World" and a destination in its own right.
Key Highlights:
- World-famous offshore and backcountry charter fleet
- Bait and tackle shop fully stocked for offshore, reef, and flats
- Dry rack storage for trailered and smaller vessels
- Launch ramp access to both Atlantic and Florida Bay sides
 
4. Whale Harbor Marina   |   Islamorada, MM 83.5
Whale Harbor occupies a prime spot at the apex of Upper Islamorada, flanked by the Atlantic Ocean and Florida Bay. The marina has long attracted both serious offshore fishermen and vacationers looking for half-day snorkel trips. The adjacent seafood buffet restaurant is an Islamorada landmark. Slips are available for transient and seasonal vessels, and the protected harbor makes it a reliable overnight anchorage during weather windows.
Key Highlights:
- Premium Atlantic-side location with deep-water access
- Charter fishing and eco-tour departure point
- Iconic on-site seafood restaurant
- Transient dockage with power and water
 
5. Marathon Marina & Boatyard   |   Marathon, MM 53
Marathon sits roughly in the geographic center of the Florida Keys, and Marathon Marina reflects the area's working-waterfront DNA. This full-service boatyard offers haul-out capabilities up to 70 tons, making it one of the most capable repair facilities in the Middle Keys. Transient slips, engine repair, hull work, fiberglass, and painting services are all available. For cruising sailors and passagemakers, this is the go-to stop for serious maintenance between Miami and Key West.
Key Highlights:
- 70-ton travel lift with full boatyard services
- Engine, hull, fiberglass, and paint repair on-site
- Transient slips with 30/50-amp power and water
- Diesel and gas fuel dock
 
6. Faro Blanco Resort & Yacht Club   |   Marathon, MM 48
Faro Blanco is Marathon's premier full-service resort marina, distinguished by its landmark lighthouse and upscale amenities. Wet slips accommodate vessels up to 120 feet, and the deep-water basin is dredged to 10 feet MLW. Shore power, high-speed fuel, pump-out, Wi-Fi, and concierge services set it apart from working marinas. The on-site restaurant, pool, and resort grounds make extended stays genuinely enjoyable — and its location puts you within easy reach of both the Middle Keys backcountry and the Atlantic reef.
Key Highlights:
- Deep-water slips to 120 ft LOA, 10 ft MLW
- Resort amenities: pool, restaurant, concierge
- 30/50/100-amp shore power
- Central Keys location — equal distance from Miami and Key West
 
7. Bonefish Bay Marina   |   Marathon, MM 53.5 (Bay Side)
Bonefish Bay Marine is a quieter, bay-side option for boaters who want minimal crowds and direct access to the famous Florida Bay flats. The marina caters primarily to flats fishing enthusiasts — guides launching at dawn in search of bonefish, tarpon, and permit on the shallow grass flats of the Middle Keys. Dry storage racks, a launch ramp, fuel, and a well-stocked bait shop make this a no-frills, highly functional home base for serious anglers.
Key Highlights:
- Bay-side access — ideal for flats fishing in Florida Bay
- Dry rack storage and trailered boat launch
- Bait shop specializing in live shrimp and crabs
- Low-key atmosphere favored by local guides
 
8. Boot Key Harbor / City Marina   |   Marathon, Boot Key
Boot Key Harbor is one of the most beloved anchorages and mooring fields in the entire Caribbean and Gulf cruising circuit. The City Marina manages a large mooring field and a network of slips in a protected harbor that has been a gathering point for liveaboard cruisers, circumnavigators, and long-distance sailors for generations. Amenities include dinghy docks, laundry, showers, a community potluck culture, and access to downtown Marathon's provisioning. This is the rare marina that functions as a genuine community.
Key Highlights:
- One of the Keys' largest mooring fields
- Active cruising community with social events year-round
- Dinghy dock, laundry, showers, and pump-out
- Walking distance to groceries and downtown Marathon
 
9. Sugarloaf Marina   |   Sugarloaf Key, MM 17
Positioned at the edge of the Lower Keys, Sugarloaf Marina offers a quieter alternative to the busier marinas near Key West while keeping the island's famous attractions within easy reach. The marina specializes in flats fishing and backcountry access — the surrounding channels and tidal creeks deliver some of the Keys' best permit and tarpon opportunities. Kayak rentals and paddleboard tours are available, and the marina's location within minutes of the Great White Heron National Wildlife Refuge makes it a birding and ecotourism destination as well.
Key Highlights:
- 15 minutes from Key West by boat or road
- Prime flats and backcountry access for tarpon and permit
- Kayak and paddleboard rentals with guided ecotours
- Quiet, low-traffic marina perfect for nature-focused visitors
 
10. A&B Marina   |   Key West Historic Seaport
A&B Marina is the epicenter of the Key West Historic Seaport, one of the most atmospheric waterfronts in the entire United States. Located just steps from Duval Street, it serves as a hub for Key West's extensive charter fishing, dive, snorkel, and sunset cruise industry. Slips accommodate vessels from 20 to over 200 feet, and the marina's proximity to the Historic Seaport's restaurants, bars, and shops makes it arguably the most lively marina berth in Florida. Fuel, pump-out, and full marine services are available.
Key Highlights:
- Prime Key West Historic Seaport location
- Slips from 20 to 200+ ft LOA
- Hub for charter fishing, diving, and sunset sail departures
- Walking distance to Duval Street and all Key West attractions
 
11. Key West Bight Marina (Garrison Bight)   |   Key West, North Roosevelt Blvd
Garrison Bight is Key West's primary commercial fishing marina and charter boat row — a working waterfront that has operated continuously since the early 20th century. The marina's Charterboat Row is famous across Florida: dozens of sportfishing vessels, party boats, eco-tours, and sailing charters depart here daily. The basin is sheltered and the facility is more affordable than the Historic Seaport marinas, making it the preferred home for local professional captains and liveboard residents.
Key Highlights:
- Famous Charterboat Row — dozens of charters available
- More affordable transient and seasonal rates than seaport marinas
- Excellent protection from Atlantic swells
- Adjacent to Key West city parks and the waterfront pathway
 
12. Stock Island Marina Village   |   Stock Island (adjacent to Key West)
Stock Island Marina Village has transformed over the past decade from a working-class boatyard into one of the most celebrated marina destinations in the Florida Keys. The development blends superyacht-capable slips (up to 142 feet, 10 ft MLW) with artisan food vendors, craft breweries, a boutique hotel, and a vibrant live music scene. It consistently wins national "best marina" awards and has become a draw for sophisticated cruisers who want a world-class marina experience without the Key West seaport price premium.
Key Highlights:
- Superyacht-capable slips up to 142 ft, 10 ft MLW
- Award-winning destination with restaurants, brewery, hotel, and music venue
- 30/50/100-amp power and high-speed fuel
- 10 minutes by water taxi to Key West's Historic Seaport
 
13. Ocean Reef Club Marina   |   North Key Largo (private community)
Ocean Reef Club Marina is among the most exclusive marina facilities in the country, accessible only to members of the private Ocean Reef Club community on the northern tip of Key Largo. The marina is a full-service facility with slips to 120 feet, a private fuel dock, concierge service, and access to the club's airport, golf courses, and medical center. For boaters purchasing property within Ocean Reef, the marina is a major lifestyle asset. It represents the pinnacle of private marina living in the Florida Keys.
Key Highlights:
- Private members-only marina at Ocean Reef Club
- Slips to 120 ft with full concierge and yacht services
- Adjacent to club airport — fly-in boat-out access
- Considered one of the top private marina communities in the U.S.
 
14. Robbie's of Islamorada   |   Islamorada, MM 77.5
Robbie's is arguably the most iconic and beloved waterfront hangout in the entire Florida Keys — and it happens to have an outstanding marina attached. The famous tarpon feeding platform draws visitors from around the world, but working boaters know Robbie's for its well-maintained slips, rental boats, kayak launches, and the incredible local character of the place. The bait shop, craft market, open-air restaurant, and dock bar make it a full afternoon destination. Transient dockage is available, and the protected harbor is easy to enter in most conditions.
Key Highlights:
- Famous tarpon feeding — a Florida Keys bucket-list experience
- Rental boats, kayaks, and jet ski charters available on-site
- Transient dockage in a protected bay-side basin
- Craft market, restaurant, and bait shop — full waterfront experience
 

Florida Keys Marina Real Estate: What Buyers Need to Know

Proximity to a quality marina is one of the most powerful value drivers in Florida Keys real estate. Properties within walking distance of a full-service marina — particularly those in Islamorada, Marathon, and the Key West/Stock Island area — command consistent premiums and tend to hold value well even in softer market cycles. Understanding the marina landscape is therefore not just recreational context; it is essential due diligence for any buyer or investor.
Waterfront Property Considerations Near Marinas
Canal-front homes near active marinas offer boat owners the most seamless lifestyle: keep your vessel on a private lift behind the house, idle through the canal system, and be in open water in minutes. In the Upper Keys (Key Largo, Tavernier, Islamorada), canal-front properties dominate the residential market. In the Middle Keys (Marathon), bay-front and canal-front homes offer direct access to flats fishing and Gulf waters. In the Lower Keys and Key West, oceanfront and harborfront opportunities range from Conch cottages to luxury waterfront estates.
ROGO and Permit Constraints in the Florida Keys
The Florida Keys operate under a building permit allocation system known as ROGO (Rate of Growth Ordinance), which severely limits new construction. This constraint is a primary driver of the Keys' real estate values — supply is structurally capped. For buyers considering new construction near a marina, understanding ROGO allocations and the existing permit status of any lot is essential. Danny Skelly's team has deep experience navigating these regulatory complexities in Monroe County.
Flood Insurance and Coastal Considerations
All Florida Keys properties fall within FEMA flood zones, and flood insurance is a significant ongoing cost that buyers must factor into their analysis. Properties near marinas in active hurricane paths require particular attention to elevation certificates, FIRM maps, and insurance pricing. Working with an agent who understands coastal property nuances is not optional — it is critical.
For a detailed analysis of any waterfront or marina-proximate listing in the Florida Keys, contact Danny Skelly at eXp Realty: (239) 785-0418 or visit SWFloridaHomes4Sale.com.

What to Do at Florida Keys Marinas

The marinas of the Florida Keys are not just fuel stops and slip rentals — they are genuine destinations. Here is a sampling of the experiences that make these waterfront hubs so compelling.
Offshore Fishing
The Gulf Stream runs within 3 to 4 miles of the Keys shoreline from Key Largo south, making offshore fishing remarkably accessible. Sailfish, mahi-mahi, wahoo, tuna, and marlin are all within range on a half-day trip. Islamorada's Bud 'n' Mary's and Key West's Garrison Bight are the premier departure points for offshore action.
Flats Fishing: The Holy Trinity
Bonefish, permit, and tarpon are the three glamour species of the Keys flats, and together they represent the pinnacle of light-tackle sportfishing. The flats around Islamorada, Marathon, and the Lower Keys are considered among the finest in the world. Sugarloaf Marina and Bonefish Bay Marina are purpose-built for flats fishing access.
Diving and Snorkeling
The Florida Reef — the third largest coral barrier reef in the world — parallels the Keys from Key Largo to the Dry Tortugas. Dive and snorkel charters operate from nearly every marina on the list. John Pennekamp State Park near Key Largo, the Spiegel Grove wreck off Key Largo, the Looe Key National Marine Sanctuary near the Lower Keys, and the Dry Tortugas National Park are among the marquee destinations.
Eco-Tours and Wildlife
The backcountry waters of Florida Bay and the Gulf of Mexico behind the Keys are a vast shallow-water wilderness. Manatees, dolphins, sea turtles, roseate spoonbills, and American crocodiles are all commonly encountered. Eco-tours depart from Robbie's, Sugarloaf, and Faro Blanco, among others.

Frequently Asked Questions: Florida Keys Marinas

What is the best marina in the Florida Keys for liveaboards?
Boot Key Harbor / City Marina in Marathon is widely regarded as the premier liveaboard and cruising community in the Keys. Its mooring field, active social scene, and proximity to provisioning make it a favorite stop on the Great Loop and Caribbean circuit.
Which Florida Keys marina is best for offshore fishing charters?
Bud 'n' Mary's in Islamorada and Garrison Bight in Key West are the two most famous charter fishing hubs. Both offer dozens of captains and boats, covering offshore, nearshore, and backcountry options.
Are there any full-service superyacht marinas in the Florida Keys?
Yes — Stock Island Marina Village accommodates vessels to 142 feet and has become a leading superyacht destination. Faro Blanco in Marathon and A&B Marina in Key West also handle larger vessels. For the most exclusive experience, Ocean Reef Club Marina in North Key Largo serves vessels to 120 feet within a private community.
How do marina amenities affect Florida Keys property values?
Marina proximity is a strong positive value driver for waterfront and near-water properties in the Keys. Full-service marinas with fuel, repair, and liveaboard capability tend to have the greatest effect on surrounding residential values. Properties with private dockage or deeded slip rights can carry premiums of 20% or more over comparable non-boating properties. https://agentsgather.com/top-14-best-marinas-in-the-florida-keys/