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The Mermaid & Alligator

3.5 star property
Adults-only guesthouse with outdoor pool, near Duval Street

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Audubon Room - Adult Exclusive | Terrace/patio
Sunroom - Adult Exclusive
Free daily full breakfast
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In the heart of Key West, The Mermaid & Alligator offers a charming retreat near Duval Street. Enjoy a full breakfast, lounge by the outdoor pool with sun loungers, and explore the nearby Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. With in-room WiFi, concierge services are at your fingertips to make your stay seamless.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bathrobes
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor swimming pools
The current price is CA $341
CA $384 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9

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Sunroom - Adult Exclusive

Sunroom - Adult Exclusive

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Garden Room - Adult Exclusive

Garden Room - Adult Exclusive

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Audubon Room - Adult Exclusive

Audubon Room - Adult Exclusive

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Papaya Room - Adult Exclusive

Papaya Room - Adult Exclusive

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Key Lime Room - Adult Exclusive

Key Lime Room - Adult Exclusive

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Garden

Douglas House

  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 97 reviews
The price is CA $227
CA $264 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Douglas House
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About the area

Map
729 Truman Ave, Key West, FL, 33040

What's nearby

  • Duval Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • South Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Southernmost Point - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mallory Square - 3 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Key West Intl. Airport (EYW) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪801 Bourbon Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Old Town Tavern Key West - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪El Siboney Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rum Bar at the Speakeasy Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Viva Argentinian Steakhouse - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Mermaid & Alligator

When you stay at The Mermaid & Alligator, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Duval Street and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and full breakfast daily between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM. This Victorian guest house is also within a 15-minute walk of Florida Keys Beaches and South Beach. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 21
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–10:00 AM

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1904
  • Garden
  • An outdoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 1 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

The Mermaid Alligator
The Mermaid & Alligator Key West
The Mermaid & Alligator Guesthouse
The Mermaid & Alligator Guesthouse Key West

Frequently asked questions

Does The Mermaid & Alligator offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Mermaid & Alligator does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Mermaid & Alligator?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Mermaid & Alligator?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Mermaid & Alligator?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Mermaid & Alligator?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Mermaid & Alligator and nearby?

The Mermaid & Alligator has an outdoor pool and a garden.

What's the area around The Mermaid & Alligator like?

The Mermaid & Alligator is a short 6-minute walk from Duval Street and 9 minutes' walk from Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. Travelers recommend the guesthouse for its walkable location.

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Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as great, freshly made, and very tasty. (37 reviews)
  • The pool was a welcome treat, great, and private, with many guests describing it as wonderful and pretty. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Exceptional!
3-night trip

10/10

Amazing hotel, amazing breakfast. Only issue, which is not a hotel problem is the street noise, you hear the traffic and people walking past the hotel at all time during day and night.
3-night trip

10/10

We loved the stay in this property. The atmosphere and ambiance were delightful. The backyard breakfast and relaxing area were the most impressive. I didn't get along very well with the mattress of the bed, but everything else was far above expectations..
2-night trip

10/10

Excellent location, Friendly and conscientious staff, pleasant outdoor sitting areas and landscaping. We stayed in the "sun room" which is the smallest unit. The home is old but well kept.
4-night trip

10/10

2-night trip

10/10

Beautiful property and friendly staff!
3-night romance trip

10/10

Excellent very clean great breakfast
6-night romance trip

10/10

What a gorgeous property! Comfortable bed/room, delicious fresh breakfasts, quiet garden/patio area, and very convenient to walk into town and everywhere. Would highly recommend!
3-night trip

8/10

Nice facility. Comfortable room. Nice breakfast in the courtyard. Maybe because a little musty smelling they put air fresheners in the room which my husband didn’t appreciate. Some people have sensitive smell. Lots of road noise (sirens, music, loud engines etc). Church across the street had bells going off at 7:30 am every morning. If I came to Key West again I’d probably look for a quieter location
4-night trip

10/10

This is a gorgeous old home with a beautiful garden. They offered individually cooked breakfasts, something different each day. We were in the Garden Room. It was big enough for the two of us and we had an outside seating area, just for us. The home was within walking distance of everything we wanted to see and do. We had a great time.
4-night trip

10/10

Loved everything about our stay. Everything was as listed. The grounds were beautiful - the breakfast delicious / the room perfect - Beautiful quaint patio- got to swim in the heated pool - felt very safe - drinks and appetizers served in the afternoon- and the kitchen and dining area in the house was an added bonus. We would definitely stay here again.
2-night romance trip

8/10

We were just staying the night so we did not avail ourselves of the amenities, but they looked to be good. Parking was cumbersome. I parked behind some other guest's car. I wonder if they could have found us to ask us to let them out.
1-night family trip

10/10

2-night trip

8/10

The location is great, the garden is spectacular, staff were very welcoming, it was the highlight of our trip. The room had a moldy smell to it which was easily dealt with because the room has a door to the garden and big ceiling fan. We absolutely would stay here again.
3-night romance trip

10/10

An outstanding place to stay it was lovely
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent Location and equipped with everything you need to stay!! Loved that garden in front if my room !! Garden Room was mine
1-night trip

10/10

2-night trip

8/10

3-night trip

10/10

We loved this place for its charm and unique character- surrounded by beautiful vegetation and trees providing quiet. Breakfast was made to order each day, with a new item on the menu. Diana the manager, was a wonderful host and helped arrange a wonderful on site professional massage with a great service provider. Everything in Key West old town is just a 10 minute walk away.
3-night trip

10/10

Excellent place for stay...would highly recommend!!
1-night family trip

10/10

1-night trip

10/10

Wonderful stunning hotel! This is a real gem. Fantastic warm and friendly staff who were very welcoming. Very impressive room which was clean and tidy. Cooked breakfast's were perfect. Lovely grounds to relax in and only 5min walk to Duval Street. Very highly recommended!
2-night romance trip

8/10

The property is very well kept and beautiful. Staff are also very attentive and nice. My only issue is that there was an intermittent vibration, that would last ~15 seconds and then stop, which would shake the property enough that you could hear it while in bed. This would happen about every 3-5 minutes. Otherwise an excellent property.
7-night trip

10/10

Great property, great staff.
1-night trip

10/10

1-night trip