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The Mermaid & Alligator

3.5 star property
Comfortable adults-only guesthouse, walk to Duval Street

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Sunroom - Adult Exclusive
Free daily full breakfast
Sunroom - Adult Exclusive | Bathroom
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
729 Truman Ave, Key West, FL, 33040
  • Popular LocationDuval Street6 min walk
  • Popular LocationErnest Hemingway Home and Museum9 min walk
  • Popular LocationSouthernmost Point14 min walk
  • AirportKey West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)8 min drive

Room options

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Sunroom - Adult Exclusive

Sunroom - Adult Exclusive

9.6/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Garden Room - Adult Exclusive

Garden Room - Adult Exclusive

Garden Room - Adult Exclusive

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Audubon Room - Adult Exclusive

Audubon Room - Adult Exclusive

Audubon Room - Adult Exclusive

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Papaya Room - Adult Exclusive

Papaya Room - Adult Exclusive

Papaya Room - Adult Exclusive

9/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Key Lime Room - Adult Exclusive

Key Lime Room - Adult Exclusive

Key Lime Room - Adult Exclusive

8.7/10 Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Key West

At The Mermaid & Alligator you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Duval Street and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. Highlights at this Victorian guest house include free daily breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Added amenities include luggage storage. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Key West Historic District guest house include Florida Keys Beaches and South Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Duval Street - 6 min walk
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 9 min walk
  • South Beach - 12 min walk
  • Southernmost Point - 14 min walk
  • Mallory Square - 4 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪801 Bourbon Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪El Siboney Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Better Than Sex - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Old Town Tavern Key West - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pescado - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Mermaid & Alligator

Comfortable adults-only guesthouse, walk to Duval Street
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Mermaid & Alligator also features an outdoor pool, a garden, and concierge services. Self parking is free.

This Victorian Key West guest house is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1904
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
The Mermaid & Alligator offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary dressing gowns. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1904
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 21 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 21 and older are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 1 per accommodation

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25 years old.
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. <

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 21 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Mermaid & Alligator?

The Mermaid & Alligator offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Mermaid & Alligator?

As of 16 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mermaid & Alligator on 17 June 2024 start from AU$425.13, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Mermaid & Alligator?

Yep, The Mermaid & Alligator has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Mermaid & Alligator?

Yep, The Mermaid & Alligator is a short 11-minute walk from Florida Keys Beaches.

Does The Mermaid & Alligator have a pool?

The Mermaid & Alligator has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is The Mermaid & Alligator family-friendly?

No, The Mermaid & Alligator is an adults-only property.

Does The Mermaid & Alligator serve breakfast?

You bet, guests give a thumbs up to the free full breakfast here! Offered daily from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Mermaid & Alligator?

No, The Mermaid & Alligator does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Mermaid & Alligator?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Mermaid & Alligator?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Mermaid & Alligator Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 156 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 156 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 156 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 156 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 156 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our time in KW and this location is great proximity to all the touristy things. Parking was a little hairy with limited spots. The noise level at night was a bit much, but that’s what you get for close to the action. Warm breakfast was great. Cleaning crew was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: -You feel secluded from the surrounding neighborhood. -Surrounded by many different plants and trees. Very lush. It is like a tropical getaway. -Very clean room and main house. -The staff was pretty friendly. My wife did have one get snippy with her about water. She asked for bottled water (the fridge was empty of it) and the staff person said "There's water on the table" (they had water with fruit wedges, etc in a pitcher). We wanted bottled for our bike trip. -Adults only is nice, no noisy kids running around. Cons: -The surrounding neighborhood can be noisy during primetime hours but does quiet down after 10 pm. -Breakfast was good but other reviewers have said it could be better. I sort of agree. We were paying $500 a night and it could have been more robust. I wish they had a hot tub. The tub they have is called I believe a soaking tub. It is 93 degrees but not quite like a hot tub on sore muscles. -The cottage rooms are SMALL. The online pictures are deceiving. The Papaya and Lime rooms are very tiny.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Wonderful tropical gardens in back yard. Set up for privacy of multiple guests.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

DeAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful oasis
What a beautiful place. It’s a quiet oasis nestled in key west and in walking distance of all the wonderful places to go see. Staff is friendly and lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay very much. We will be staying here again next time we return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Amazing stay
Amazing Bed and Breakfast! We stayed in the Papaya Room and it was very cozy and beautifully decorated. The grounds are so beautiful with plenty of seating for a delicious breakfast prepared by the staff or to just relax by the pool. Great location close to Duval street.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

FRANCOIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and nice and quiet no noise after 10
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds and wonderful staff!! Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024