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The Mermaid & Alligator

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

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Lounge chairs and a soothing pool invite relaxation in a tropical backdrop, perfect for a serene getaway. | The Mermaid & Alligator
Cozy kitchen with rustic charm, featuring a wooden table, a ceiling fan, and a brick backsplash. Ideal for those who appreciate a homey atmosphere. | The Mermaid & Alligator
Cozy bedroom with a large bed, floral bedspread, and a ceiling fan. Perfect for relaxation. | The Mermaid & Alligator
Sunlit pool surrounded by lush greenery, perfect for relaxation. | The Mermaid & Alligator
Sunlit patio with a yellow armchair, inviting outdoor space, and a view of lush greenery. | The Mermaid & Alligator

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Free breakfast
  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bathrobes
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor swimming pools
The current price is $596
includes taxes & fees
$530 per night
Mar 3 - Mar 4

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

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Garden Room - Adult Exclusive | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Garden Room - Adult Exclusive

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Air conditioning
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Private bathroom
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  • 175 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Audubon Room - Adult Exclusive | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Audubon Room - Adult Exclusive

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Air conditioning
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Hair dryer
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Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 212 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Papaya Room - Adult Exclusive | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Papaya Room - Adult Exclusive

Highlights

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

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Key Lime Room - Adult Exclusive | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Key Lime Room - Adult Exclusive

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
729 Truman Ave, Key West, FL, 33040

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 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 and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

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.

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

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Key West B&B
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
Sheryl, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lush garden
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.
Susan, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Wow
An outstanding place to stay it was lovely
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Daniel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely wonderful!! Beautiful property! Definitely would stay again
Tana, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We wouldn’t hesitate to return
We had a wonderful stay at The Mermaid & Alligator. The room was well appointed and bed very comfortable. Plenty of fresh fluffy towels and great shower. Breakfast was freshly made and very tasty. Refreshments were readily available to guests at all times.
Rebecca, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I cannot say enough about the service and the staff at mermaids and alligators. You will not be disappointed.
Patsy, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Javier, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property with great staff
Santiago, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was amazing, the property was cute, and we loved the Papaya Room. We survived not having a tv - but that was kind of strange. This is in a great location to walk to the points of interest.
Jennifer, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Such a beautiful place. The staff was wonderful and the breakfast was amazing. Great location with scooter rentals just down the road.
Sarah, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mermaid and Alligator 🐊 is very nice place.
Room was amazing.
Bob, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A wonderful place. Highly recommend staying here My wife and I would stay there again an again. Beautiful courtyard. Hot tub was nice for an end of day relaxation. Breakfast was great and fresh. Would tell my friends to stay here.
Vinny, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stephen, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

very clean and quiet; staff was very friendly, cordial and helpful in all matters. would highly recommend for all occasions.
Fred, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

So cute! Very welcoming and accommodating. Pictures don’t do it justice. Way prettier in person.
Timothy, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect
Absolutely beautiful inn with wonderful staff, amenities, and breakfast!
Jennifer, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful! Loved the home! The staff was wonderful!
Marilyn, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was perfect.
Andres, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay
Very beautiful and welcoming. Quiet and restful but close to Duval. Would suggest to exchange hot tub for cool water. Missed not having tv in my room. Freshly prepared beakfast with different daily choices was wonderful. I recommend this beautiful b&b.
Bobby, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This was a beautiful property. Loved the tropical grounds, the treats and drinks in the kitchen and the breakfast and breakfast service. We arrived early and were allowed to check in early and allowed to leave our bags after checkout until we left for the ferry.
Kimberly, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Love the gardens.
Melissa, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed for 3 nights to celebrate our 23rd anniversary. Staff are very friendly and helpful, and the room was very clean. We had the Papaya room, which is the smallest room, but It was beautifully decorated and made excellent use of space. The grounds are lush and tropical with several seating areas for breakfast and relaxing. It is so peaceful and quiet, yet only a short walk to lively Duval Street. The breakfasts were excellent, with a different hot entrée each day. We are Catholic and were thrilled to discover The Basilica of St. Mary Star of the Sea was directly across the road, providing easy access to Mass. I would highly recommend this B&B.
Ken, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

What a wonderful experience staying here is! This is our second time and we will be back! We stayed in the Garden Room which has it's own little patio with a door going there f rom the room. The shower is great, Everything is very clean. And did I mention the breakfasts? Each day there is a new breakfast the wonderful cook makes. We had omelets, pancakes and breakfast burritos while we were there. There is also a breakfast bar with yogurt, a variety of breads, including banana bread, and these great little fruit cups. Everything was fresh and delicious. There is also a welcoming cocktail hour from 4-5 with wine and snacks and there are snacks, water coffee available all day long Easy walking or biking distance to all of the attractions. They also have bikes available. We love this place!
Mona, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"Maura was very knowledgeable about Key West and got us reservations at a great restaurant nearby that was delicious."
Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM