Reviews: Plantation Yacht Harbor Marina

Reviewed by: Tony Buntyn on Feb 24, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 47'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Stopped just to pumpout and refill water tanks. Watch for snorkelers on approach. The jetty protecting marina is a popular snorkel spot. Channel is deep and clear, plenty of room for big boats.

Staff were friendly and helpful. $10 for pumpout of 1 tank, $5 to fill water tanks, $2/bag for trash and recyclables were free.

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Reviewed by: Graeme Walker , Confirmed Aquaholic, on Feb 3, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 54'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Didn't stay here but bought diesel as it was the cheapest in the Keys. Have been her by car and it is a large facility. Friendly staff.

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Reviewed by: Ross Wiltse on Mar 23, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 3

The grounds at this marina are very nice, you are at Founders Park for the city if Islamorada. We were assigned a slip in the live-a-board dock. The docks were in less than good condition. The good news is, there is a FreeBee shuttle with a phone app. They will take you anywhere within Islamorada. This is good, because there really isn't much by the marina. We used it to get to dinner one night as well. The marina is well protected from wind and waves. It looked shallow getting there, but there is penty of water at the entrance.

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Reviewed by: Destination Adrift , SV Konstantina, on Dec 20, 2020
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

We were desperate to find a marina with diesel, water, pump out AND ice. Tried to get into Mangrove Marina and it could not accommodate our draft so we called Plantation and they said they could take us. We have a 21’ beam so for us, it felt a little tight but we still had room on both sides between a nice mangrove breaker and the docked yachts. Pulled into a very nicely protected dock with large rubber fenders on the dock pilings. We didn’t even need our fenders out. We pulled straight in and the dock master was there waiting for us and helped us with lines. The slip was more than accommodating with 8+ feet between us and the next boat. We were able to get diesel ($3/gal), water ($5), pump out ($5), and ice ($2/bag). They also allowed us to take our dog for a walk in their dog park which she was very thankful for, and offered the use of the head they had on land. We really appreciated all the help and the friendly advice about possibly getting a slip there sometime. We will be back to either fuel up, or stay! Thank you!

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Reviewed by: Bill Marett , M/Y Travis McGee, on Nov 7, 2018
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 65'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

PYH is our home marina and has been since 2015. You will not find a better combination of facilities, staff and location in the Keys. PYH is owned by the Village of Islamorada and located in the Village's crown jewel, Founder's Park. Well constructed and maintained docks offer cable TV, water, slip-side pump-out, and 30 and 50 amp connections. The marina staff are friendly, responsible, knowledgeable, helpful and a real source of local knowledge for fishing, snorkeling and diving. Open 7 days from 0800 to 1800 with boat ramp, gas and diesel, and pump out during those hours. Fuel prices are among the lowest in the Keys. Easy access from either the ICW or from Hawk Chanel via Snake Creek with 5' draft. Founder's Park offers an Olympic swimming pool, dog park, sandy beach, athletic facilities and walking trails. Within a mile are several restaurants, hardware stores, and craft village. Within 5 miles are major grocery stores, more restaurants and shops. Easy access to reefs, sandbars, and waterfront restaurants. We are full-time cruisers and have made PYH our home. Come for a visit and you will want to do the same.

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Reviewed by: MiamiJay , MSea, on Jun 9, 2018
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 32'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

Clean facility, well maintained, very attentive & friendly staff and typically really good fuel prices. This Village of Islamorada marina is better than private marinas!

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Reviewed by: Gigi on Sep 2, 2017
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 38'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

This is our fourth year bringing our boat down for summer. We leave it for 3 months and come down on weekends. The diving, snorkeling and fishing in the area is great. The marina, facilities and staff excellent; especially the latter. Love it here.

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Reviewed by: B Murray on Sep 2, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
Draft: 0.0'

Rating: 5

Has been our favorite marina since 1982. Always the best.

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Reviewed by: MARSHALL HERRON on Aug 30, 2016
LOA: 46'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Extremely clean with excellent management, docks and security. The management is the best of any marina in the Keys.

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