Faro Blanco Resort & Yacht Club Marathon, Curio by Hilton

Sammi Jo is truly a star at Faro Blanco Resort! From the moment we arrived at Faro Blanco Resort in Marathon, Florida, Sammi Jo went above and beyond to make our experience unforgettable. Her professionalism, warmth, and genuine care for guests are on a level you rarely see anymore. She doesn’t just do her job—she elevates the entire resort experience. Sammi Jo is attentive, knowledgeable, and incredibly hardworking, always anticipating needs before you even realize them. She made us feel welcomed, valued, and completely taken care of, and her positive energy is absolutely contagious. It’s clear she takes great pride in her work, and Faro Blanco Resort is extremely lucky to have her. If you’re staying at Faro Blanco, Sammi Jo alone is reason enough to return. She is the definition of exceptional service and deserves every bit of recognition for the outstanding job she does. Thank you, Sammi Jo, for making our stay truly perfect!

Sammi Jo at Lighthouse Bar and Grill is an absolute gem and the kind of bartender that turns a good night into a great one. From the moment you sit down, she makes you feel welcome with her warm personality, genuine smile, and spot-on recommendations. Her drinks are consistently fantastic—perfectly balanced, made with care, and always served quickly even when the bar is busy. What really sets Sammi Jo apart is her energy and attentiveness. She remembers faces, engages with guests, and somehow manages to make everyone feel like a regular. Whether you’re stopping in for a casual drink, a sunset cocktail, or a long night with friends, Sammi Jo elevates the entire Lighthouse experience. If you’re in Marathon, Florida, do yourself a favor and grab a seat at the bar when Sammi Jo’s working—you’ll leave happier than when you arrived. Lighthouse Bar and Grill is lucky to have her!

Had a great time here, it is a great location to explore the Keys. The room was very nice and the Lighthouse bar had great food and the service was exceptional. Especially loved the Grouper corn dogs, they were so good! We will definitely be back. Thank you, Bruce and Pam

Beautiful location and a very clean, well-kept property. Unfortunately, the hotel was clearly understaffed during our New Year’s Eve stay. While the employees who were present were kind and hardworking, we went two days without room cleaning despite requesting service multiple times. I do want to specifically recognize George, the manager — he is absolutely this property’s greatest asset and the main reason guests would consider returning. He was consistently present, friendly, and doing everything possible to manage a very challenging situation. I saw him working long days, including New Year’s Eve, and back again the next morning. His dedication did not go unnoticed. This property has strong potential, but it needs adequate staffing support to bring it up to Curio standards. George cannot do it all alone.

No hot water seems to be the theme here. I had the same problem and nobody seemed to care. Now I understand why, because it’s not ever going to be fixed. At least we got lucky and had a relatively clean room and our sheets were clean. I was also in the crowd that was surprised by the resort and parking fees. That was not disclosed at time of booking, $55 a day extra just to have the privilege to pay a base fee of $355 per night to stay there. 4 stars earned because the location is great, the grounds are beautiful and the restaurant was excellent, I also appreciated the free espresso martinis upon arrival.

Enjoyed my stay! The staff was extremely accommodating and super helpful. The property is very beautiful and quiet. Great views. Food was very affordable and tasted very good! There is a lot to do on the property. Rooms were clean and spacious. Would definitely stay again. If you are too high maintenance then maybe look else where but if you are interested in above average quality, this is the right spot!

This hotel and marina are a gem. The hotel grounds are very well kept and everyone at the resort was friendly and helpful. The room was clean and spacious. Other guests were enjoying the pool or the seating areas located throughout. This resort has a marina view dining bar and grill with indoor and outdoor seating available. My wife and I booth mentioned the resort overall was more than we had expected and we look forward to returning!

Very clean and comfortable! The food and drinks were very good! The property was absolutely gorgeous and it's location was perfect so it wasn't too busy all the time but close enough to like key West and everything that it was an easy drive! We will be back!