USA: Little Palm Island Resort & Spa, Florida Keys
A Private Island, All to Yourselves
There is no road to Little Palm Island, and that is precisely the point. Guests leave the mile markers of the Overseas Highway behind at a small marina on Little Torch Key, then cross open water by launch or seaplane to a five acre island where British West Indies style bungalows sit low among royal palms and tangled tropical gardens. Thatched roofs, open air verandas, and outdoor copper soaking tubs set the tone, barefoot elegance rather than resort polish. There are no televisions or telephones in the suites, and cell service is famously spotty, an intentional disconnect that has made the island a longtime favorite for honeymooners and couples marking milestones.
Days unfold at their own pace. Mornings might mean a paddleboard glide across the flats or a guided snorkel excursion out to Looe Key National Marine Sanctuary, where reef life crowds close to the surface. Afternoons drift toward the spa or a hammock strung between palms, and evenings end with candlelit dinners set directly on the sand. The Dining Room turns out refined, seafood forward plates with West Indies flair, while private tables at Sandy Point or Harbour Point push the romance further still.
Life at Little Palm Island
Thatched roof bungalow suites across four categories, each with private veranda, outdoor copper soaking tub, and four poster bed
No televisions or telephones in the suites, by design
The Dining Room for refined, seafood driven cuisine, plus private beachfront dining at Sandy Point, Harbour Point, and a dedicated Chef's Table
Palapa and pool bar for casual bites and tropical cocktails, with live music some evenings at the Monkey Hut
SpaTerre, a two story, open air spa offering massage, body rituals, reiki, and beach yoga
Complimentary kayaks, paddleboards, Hobie Cat sailboats, snorkel gear, and Boston Whaler boats
Daily guided snorkeling and diving excursions to Looe Key National Marine Sanctuary, with deep sea fishing, backcountry fishing, and sunset cruises
Why Little Palm Island, Why the Florida Keys
One of the only true private island resorts in the continental United States, reachable solely by boat or seaplane
An adults only setting built for uninterrupted romance
Direct access to Looe Key's reef, among the healthiest snorkeling and diving in the Keys
Virtuoso affiliation means clients can expect elevated perks such as room upgrades, daily breakfast, and resort credit, when available
Ideal For: Couples and honeymooners seeking a genuinely private, adults only island escape built around quiet luxury, reef access, and slow, unplugged days.
Gold Coast Travel Perks
Unlock Virtuoso amenities when you book with Gold Coast Travel:
Complimentary breakfast, up to $75 per person per day, maximum two guests per room
$100 resort credit
Priority room upgrade upon arrival, subject to availability
Early check-in and late check-out, subject to availability
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