Dubbed the “the Prettiest Hotel in Key West” by the New York Times, the Gardens Hotel was also listed in the popular book “1,000 Places to See Before You Die.” The main draw is the one-of-a-kind botanical garden cultivated over many years by the house’s former owner, Peggy Mills. Find a quiet spot to sit and appreciate the trickling fountains and fragrant jasmine, or sip mojitos by the pool. When you’ve had your fill of the outdoors, wander inside the light-filled mansion. The solarium is all white, even the baby grand piano, and the sitting area includes a funky, hand-painted coffee table and tropic-patterned couches. Breakfast is delicious: The Key lime beignets are not to be missed. White walls in the Gardens Hotel’s guest rooms are grounded by colorful artwork and mahogany furnishings with subtle lines. Bahama fans only add to the island ambiance.