Built by Henry Flagler in 1920 as the crown jewel of Key West hospitality, Casa Marina is the island's largest beachfront resort and one of its most storied historic properties. The resort's private beach on the Atlantic, grand historic ballroom, and sweeping ocean-view terraces create a wedding setting that balances old Florida grandeur with the breezy informality of island life. Casa Marina's extensive grounds include multiple distinct event spaces — from intimate garden ceremonies to grand beach receptions — giving couples genuine flexibility in how they design their celebration. With a deep history and spectacular natural setting, Casa Marina remains one of Key West's most beloved wedding destinations.
Best seasons to marry here
Plan your day here
When are you getting married?
Pick a day and I'll work out the light for it — sunset here, when golden hour opens, and the ceremony time that puts you inside it.
Planning your timeline
| Month | Sunset | Ceremony | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:59 PM | 3:59 PM | 2.0″ |
| February | 6:21 PM | 4:21 PM | 2.0″ |
| March | 7:35 PM | 5:35 PM | 1.4″ |
| April | 7:48 PM | 5:48 PM | 2.2″ |
| May | 8:03 PM | 6:03 PM | 3.7″ |
| June | 8:17 PM | 6:17 PM | 4.8″ |
| July | 8:18 PM | 6:18 PM | 4.5″ |
| August | 8:01 PM | 6:01 PM | 6.1″ |
| September | 7:31 PM | 5:31 PM | 8.2″ |
| October | 7:00 PM | 5:00 PM | 6.0″ |
| November | 5:40 PM | 3:40 PM | 3.3″ |
| December | 5:41 PM | 3:41 PM | 2.2″ |
Sunset times are calculated for this venue's coordinates, shown in EDT for the 15th of each month in 2026. Golden hour is the 60 minutes before sunset. The ceremony start is my rule of thumb — about 2 hours before sunset, so a short ceremony and family photos still leave the two of you in golden light. Adjust it to your own timeline. Average temperatures and rainfall are NOAA 1991–2020 normals from KEY W WFO, 0.4 miles away.
Amenities & Inclusions
Catering
Exclusive in-house catering
Bar / Alcohol
Full bar service through resort
Music Curfew
11:00 PM
Rental Hours
5 hrs included
Vendors
In-house catering required; approved vendors for others
Rain Backup Plan
Grand historic ballroom
Hurricane Season Note
June–November; beachfront Keys location; book outside hurricane season
Verify Before You Book
Verify current packages, pricing, and capacity per event space
Rob Craven
Lead Photographer
Sunset Direction
East-facing Atlantic; beautiful morning light; dramatic evening sky from west-facing areas
Shade Coverage
Garden areas shaded; beach exposed
Best Shots & Hidden Gems
Private Atlantic beach, historic 1920 resort facade, ocean view terraces, grand ballroom, tropical garden paths, Keys water color
1500 Reynolds St
Key West, FL
Parking
On-site parking; valet available
Nearest Airport
Key West International (EYW) · 4 mi
Guest Hotels
On-site — 311 rooms; room block services available