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Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns

3.5 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Duval Street

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At Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns, indulge in the island life with a continental breakfast, and relax by the outdoor pool or on the sun-kissed terrace. Explore nearby Duval Street or unwind in the garden with WiFi at your fingertips; previous guests rave about the helpful staff and perfect location.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Self parking
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Pets allowed
The current price is CA $412
CA $533 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Ella's Sweet)

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Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Patio (Sweet)

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Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Merlin's)

Suite (Merlin's)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Mobility Accessible (Sweet)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
3 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

Winslow's Bungalows - Key West Historic Inns

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,000 reviews
The price is CA $294
CA $400 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Winslow's Bungalows - Key West Historic Inns
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About the area

Map
811 Simonton Street, Key West, FL, 33040

What's nearby

  • Duval Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • South Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Southernmost Point - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mallory Square - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Key West Intl. Airport (EYW) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bourbon Street Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪801 Bourbon Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mangoes Restaurant & Island Cuisine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Old Town Tavern Key West - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pinchers - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns

Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Duval Street and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, and kayaking, parasailing, and scuba diving are nearby. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 22 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • For any questions, please contact the property 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 check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (USD 33.75 per day; includes in/out privileges)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 5 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Water dispenser
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 30
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 33.75 per day with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This hotel requires written authorization in advance for any payment using a credit card whose name differs from the registered guest.

Also known as

Merlin Guesthouse
Merlin Guesthouse B&B
Merlin Guesthouse B&B Key West
Merlin Guesthouse Key West
Merlin Guesthouse Hotel Key West
Merlin Guesthouse Key West Hotel
Merlin Guesthouse Hotel
Merlin Guest House Key West Hotel
Merlin Guest House Hotel
Merlin Guest House Key West
Merlin Guest House

Frequently asked questions

Does Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns 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 Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 33.75 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, fishing, and jet skiing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns like?

Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns is in Old Town Key West, a short 9-minute drive from Key West Intl. Airport (EYW) and 2 minutes' walk from Duval Street. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with delicious and freshly delivered baskets to the room. (46 reviews)
  • The pool area was clean, comfortable, and relaxing, with a laid-back atmosphere perfect for unwinding. (17 reviews)
  • Breakfast was a highlight, with options brought to the cottage each morning. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect Key West location

Everything was wonderful here - location, rooms, pillows, robes, pool and lounging area, reception staff and the morning breakfast baskets were a delightful, delicious way to start the day.
Ruth, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Awesome property and location BUT I couldn't sleep

I never leave a review but I had to with this stay. As far as the property and location goes-awesome! Customer service was also great along with the cute breakfast baskets they delivery every morning BUT room #20 that we stayed in had a horrible noise coming from behind the door where the furnace/water heater, whatever it was it was constantly going on and off and making a very loud pitch noise. Then the back bedroom I slept in had non stop noises coming from behind the wall from 7am sharp ALL day long so I couldn't ever sleep in past 7am and I also couldn't nap during the day because of these noises coming from behind the wall. Do not stay in room 20 if you can help it. Other than that the place would have been amazing.
4-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Jennifer, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Dennis J, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

James, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Roland, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay in key west!

Beautiful cottages, clean, comfortable loved the grounds and closeness to everything! Beds were comfortable, cottages spacious clean and quiet. Loved the pool area and able to easily rent bikes to use for the day!
Pamela, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Krista, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Tim C., 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Lame service

Supposedly coffee was delivered to the room each morning for three days. A double room with three people staying there. Each morning, the thermos contained roughly 1 cup of coffee, not even close to full. The Keurig machine in the communal kitchen was also unstocked with coffee, and had no water in it. I had to search for a faucet wher I could fill the Keurig reservoir myself. The desk clerk on duty for two of the three days was less than helpful (first day guy was good). All in all, very mediocre service for a $700 per night room. I would not go back.
Thomas, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Ella’s cottages

This was a great place to stay as it was close to Duval Street but not too close from a noise perspective. The property was well maintained and the rooms large. A great bathroom with both a bath and separate shower. The breakfast was a hamper supplied to your room and offered a variety of food. The only negative I can say about Ella’s would be the price as it was very expensive!!
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Service was excellent at every encounter. Breakfast was very European and I loved the fact it came in a basket so we could enjoy on the porch. The bed was real comfortable. My only recommendation is at least one chair with a full back w arms for older people who need assistancein getting up & down.
Mary Dunn, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location.
Jeanette, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay at Ella's! The location was perfect, our room was beautiful and clean, the breakfast basket was way better than we imagined it would be. Having parking on site was great, the property is vibey in an awesome secret garden sort of way. Will absolutely return when we come back to Key West!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, friendly staff and lovely pool & communal areas.
Victoria, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place to stay while in Key West
Fonz, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast baskets are spectacular! The rooms are comfy but a little tight for your clothing. There is plenty of outdoor space to sit and relax which makes up for the lack of space in the bedroom.
Elizabeth, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay at Ella’s Cottages was amazing. We felt so pampered! Breakfast baskets, Turkish robes and the staff truly made our accommodations wonderful. Another “perk” was a free transit stop just right there! We will definitely be staying here again! Thank you, Dwight for your hospitality.
James, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely loved the breakfast baskets. The pool are was inviting and always just a moment away from a nice cup of coffee or tea. Staff was courteous, gracious and accommodating. Ella’s cottages were a delightful spot for our trip to Key West. We I’ll definitely book again. I
Jill, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sarah, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

There is no chance to use the VIP benefits at this place
Hiroe, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A special place to stay in Key West

The service provided by both Michael and Dwight enhanced our stay. The delivery of breakfast in the morning was a special added touch.
Kenneth, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Disappointed!

So disappointing ! I expected barefoot, bohemian luxury inn. I experienced motel-quality. The inn needs to be revitalized ! Chipped paint, cheap furniture that is falling apart. The walls are so thin, you can clearly hear the snoring neighbors. The pool is so small! It can only fit a couple at a time unless… The only reason I didn’t give it a lesser review is the breakfast basket. It was lovely and carefully put together.
Darnley, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Dwight was an incredible host. He helped us with any request we had in our group. The property was great and in a great location but Dwight took our experience a level higher. Highly recommend the property.
Derek, 3-night family trip
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