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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 | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Audubon Room - Adult Exclusive | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Pool
  • Electric vehicle charging point
    Electric vehicle charging point
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
    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 price is $320
$360 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26

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

Sunroom - Adult Exclusive

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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 | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Garden Room - Adult Exclusive

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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 | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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 | 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
  • 15 sq m
  • 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
  • 15 sq m
  • 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 - 0.6 km
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • South Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Southernmost Point - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mallory Square - 4 min drive - 1.9 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

Hotel size

  • 9 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

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

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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

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

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

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

Parking

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

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.

The Mermaid & Alligator Reviews

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

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 Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely property and great staff. Diana made us feel at home and we definitely will recommend this property.
Maureen, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

PATIE, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff waited on us hand and foot,and were so kind & friendly! The grounds were like being in your own oasis, and truly were a breath of freah air during the summer heat!! Our room was amazing, small but everything that we needed was supplied: top of the line toiletries, soft & fluffy towels, bathrobes, soft sheet, and so much more! The B&B also provides beach towels, beach bags, sun block, bug spray, beach chairs, anything you need that you dont feel like packing!! They are 1 block from the free bus loop, and 2 blocks from Duval. Everything was SUPER convenient and easy, amking an excellent vacation!! It felt like home 💜
Jessica, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel
Kimberly, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Magical Place
We had the most amazing stay at this beautiful bed-and-breakfast. The ladies there that ran it were the most polite kind people ever! They went above and beyond to make sure our state was absolutely magical! The property was so beautiful. It felt like you were in a fairytale.
tiffany, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

The breakfast could have been better with different options , but overall the place was beautiful.
Samantha, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, very nice room and amenities. They have a hostess on site during working hours. Beautiful property. We really enjoyed our stay.
Christopher, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The house is lovely. The only thing I would change is the receptionist. She was not friendly and didn’t give us any info about our stay. We had to ask what time breakfast was. When we were leaving we saw bikes. It would have been nice to know there were bikes bc we would have used them. We could have saved money a stayed at a hotel but we paid more for the bed and breakfast and I just expected better service. The receptionist should work in a call center not in hospitality. But again, the house and grounds are beautiful.
Lindsay, 1-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very Good

We enjoyed our stay, but we would probably not stay again. The service was excellent. The place was beautiful. They had a wonderful breakfast every morning and cocktails in the afternoon. The only things we didn’t like was how small our room was and the parking situation leaves a lot to be desired. So if you bring a car and park behind somebody in the driveway you have to put your keys in a basket so that they can move your car for you, when you have a rental car anybody else moving the car isn’t on the contract. If the lot is full, you have to park on the street or in the church parking lot. we did not feel comfortable leaving our car which was a rental on the streets or in a church parking lot when we were not familiar with the area and it looked a little sketchy at times. If you don’t bring a car and you don’t mind a small room , a beautiful place
Kathy, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Carrye Jo, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Jessica, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed a wonderful stay at this gorgeous bed and breakfast. Our room (Key Lime) was beautiful, quiet and surrounded by tropical gardens. A delicious hot breakfast was served in a garden, and a small buffet of cold items was out every morning. The inn is just beautiful and we highly recommend. We will return.
maureen, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Neal, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Setting
This is a wonderful place to stay in Key West. All major attractions are within walking distance. The setting is lush, and breakfast is served in a tropical garden. The staff was friendly and considerate. We would stay there again!
Rosalyn, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review