Margaritaville Beach House Key West

Designed after the nearly impregnable coastal Martello watchtowers in Italy, the Fort East Martello was never completed and never saw hostile action. Its outer bulwark and inner citadel with eight-foot thick granite walls built during the Civil War era were a monument to military engineering and could have withstood any amount of bombardment at the time. But the development of explosive shells made these defenses passé. Today its casemates, citadel and courtyard are home to a vast collection of Key West and Key's artifacts and historical records as well a military memorabilia. The view from atop the central tower affords visitors a spectacular panorama of the Atlantic coast of Key West. In the garden an 80-year-old playhouse provides children with insight into how kids lived and played in old Key West. Inside the galleries are the state's largest collections of painted wood carvings and drawings by Mario Sanchez and the scrap metal "junk" sculpture of Stanley Papio, both of whom are internationally renowned folk artists from the Keys. It is the best-preserved example of the Martello style of military architecture in the country.

La Trattoria is Key West most treasured restaurants having received numerous awards including "Best Italian Restaurant" and "Where the Locals eat." LaTrattoria Oceanside recently opened half a mile from the Sheraton and features an elegant renovation with beautiful hardwood floors, lots of windows, colorful art, wonderful ocean views and white linen tablecloths. The bar features a wonderful wine selection and a variety of Martini options.

Across the street from us, enjoy beachfront adventures in Key West.

Benihana Japanese Restaurant is located just up the street from the Sheraton. Each table features a personal Chef who performs the ancient art of Teppanyaki, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well as your taste buds. Listen as razor-sharp blades slice and dice through tender steak and juicy chicken. Take in the aroma of savory vegetables, shrimp and lobster as they sizzle before your eyes. The newly redesigned dining room features granite coutertops, expanded bar area and is the only ocean front sushi bar and lounge in Key West.

Salute! On The Beach is a Key West treasure. Combining the dining excellence of well-loved sister-restaurant Blue Heaven with the atmosphere of a lovely beach-side cafe, Salute! On The Beach is Italian prepared with with our island lifestyle and tastes in mind. Featuring lighter, Caribbean-influenced takes on Italian classics—with fresh breads, vegetables and local seafood—Salute! On The Beach is a Key West tradition for locals and visitors alike.