The premier private-island address in the Florida Keys — a private 5-acre island off Little Torch Key (Mile Marker 28) accessible only by seaplane or boat, with 30 thatched-roof bungalow suites, no children, no phones, and no TVs. The Florida Keys' only true private island luxury resort and a perennial top-10 US resort.
Why We Chose It
Little Palm Island Resort & Spa is the Florida Keys' most exclusive address — a private 5-acre island off Little Torch Key (Mile Marker 28) in the Lower Keys, accessible only by the resort's own launch boat or seaplane. The 30 thatched-roof bungalow suites are set among swaying palms and tropical foliage directly on the water; there are no children allowed, no in-room phones, and no TVs — deliberately. The policy creates an unmatched level of seclusion among Florida resorts. The Atlantic-side freshwater pool, the spa, the award-winning dining room, and the private beach are the centers of daily life. A perennial Condé Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure top resort pick, and ranked among the best hotels in the United States. The boat launch departs from Little Torch Key; seaplane arrivals from Miami or Key West are possible.
What Stands Out
- The Florida Keys' only true private island luxury resort — 5 acres off Little Torch Key
- No children, no in-room phones, no TVs — the most secluded resort in Florida
- 30 thatched-roof bungalow suites directly on the water
- Accessible only by resort launch boat or seaplane
- Perennial CNT and T+L top US resort · Mile Marker 28, Lower Keys