Peak season in Islamorada starts mid October. We recommend making hotel and travel bookings as soon as possible
At time of placing reservation at Cheeca Lodge, they require a one night plus tax fee. The remainder will be charged at checkout.

Travel & Stay

Cheeca Lodge Panorama
We are so grateful to those of you that can make the trip to join us during our wedding weekend. The nearest airport is MIA, however there are others if you plan on exploring South Florida or the Keys! There are plenty of shuttles and car rentals to choose from. If you do decide to take the shuttle, consider booking in advance.
  • Miami International (64.4 miles)
    • 1 Hour and 55 minute drive
    • Take LeJeune Road south to 836 West. Take the Florida Turnpike south toward Key West. The Turnpike ends at US 1 in Florida City. Follow U.S. 1 south to the Keys.
  • Key West (EYW) (75.7 miles)
    • 1 Hour and 42 minute drive
    • Take Overseas Hw (UN-1 N) all the way up to cheeca lodge
  • Fort Lauderdale Hollywood Internation (FLL) (85.3 miles)
    • 1 Hour and 58 minute drive
    • Exit the airport and follow the signs for 595 West. Take 595 to the Florida Turnpike and follow the signs for the Florida Keys.
  • Greyhound lines
    • Keys Shuttle provides three trips daily, with door to door shuttle service from the Florida Keys from/to Miami and Ft. Lauderdale airports, seven days a week. Call 305-289-9997 or 888-765-9997.
Cheeca Lodge & Spa
Our wedding will take place here at Cheeca Lodge. We would love for you to stay with us, so please try to book as soon as possible. Cheeca Lodge & Spa is set on a beautiful 27 acre private oceanfront in Islamorada. It includes traditional Florida Keys architecture and we are incredibly excited to get married here! Our room block code is 8157 when checking for room availability please add this under group codes. If you are having difficulties booking online you can call Cheeca lodge at 305-664-4651 and let them know the code and name of the wedding block which is “Virdee-Turkhud Wedding Room Block”.
If you are staying at Cheeca lodge a private car service can be arranged by their concierge to and from the airport. Please call 305-517-4505 if this interests you!
Cheeca Lodge & Spa
Postcard Inn
Just a 5 minute drive from Cheeca Lodge sits Postcard Inn. Postcard Inn has been serving Islamorada with their special cocktails since 1951. We recommend staying here if you are digging a more relaxing vibe with oceanfront rooms.
Postcard Inn
Islander Resort
The Islander is another beautiful closeby resort. It is only a 4 minute drive away or 13 minute walk from our wedding venue!
Islander Resort
Amara Cay
Amara Cay is a 4 minute drive to Cheeca Lodge. Stay here for a “refined, but not uppity” atmosphere.
Amara Cay
Lime Tree bay
Lime Tree bay
La Jolla Resort
La Jolla Resort
Chesapeake Beach Resort
Chesapeake Beach Resort
Pelican Cove Resort & Marina
Pelican Cove Resort & Marina
The Sunset Inn
The Sunset Inn
Islamorada Drone Shot