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
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Electric vehicle charging point
Free parking
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
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
Bath or shower
Bathrobes
Free self-parking
Outdoor swimming pools
The current price is AU$451
AU$451
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June
Room options
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Sunroom - Adult Exclusive
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
16 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Garden Room - Adult Exclusive
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
16 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Audubon Room - Adult Exclusive
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
20 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Papaya Room - Adult Exclusive
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
15 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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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, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.) - 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 a short 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 travellers 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 Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
On-site 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
Step-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
Bath or shower
Soap and shampoo
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 1 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that 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 that you 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 car 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. Travellers recommend the guest house for its walkable location.
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The Mermaid & Alligator Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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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
Beautiful property and friendly staff!
Danielle
3-night trip
10/10
Exceptional!
Richard P
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.
Dean
3-night trip
10/10
Excellent place for stay...would highly recommend!!
Swatadipta
1-night trip
10/10
Excellent very clean great breakfast
Kathleen
6-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..
Terry
2-night 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!
Clara
3-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.
Wayne
4-night trip
10/10
Beautiful property with great staff
Santiago
1-night trip
10/10
We stayed at the Sun room and loved it! The room is beautiful and the view from our private balcony was amazing. The hotel is very calm and quiet and the breakfast is great. We would definitely stay here again!
Robin
3-night trip
10/10
An outstanding place to stay it was lovely
Verified traveller
1-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.
Kathleen A.
2-night trip
10/10
Absolutely wonderful!! Beautiful property! Definitely would stay again
Tana
3-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.
Christopher
3-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
Orlando
1-night trip
10/10
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 trip
10/10
Wonderful hotel
Kimberly
3-night trip
10/10
Room was amazing.
Bob
1-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.
Susan
4-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!
Tim
2-night trip
10/10
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 trip
10/10
Absolutely beautiful inn with wonderful staff, amenities, and breakfast!
Jennifer
3-night trip
10/10
Lovely property and great staff. Diana made us feel at home and we definitely will recommend this property.
Maureen
8-night trip
8/10
Fantastic relaxing stay
Matthew
1-night trip
10/10
The furnishings were nice and the breakfast amazing. Staff is wonderful and a beautiful location.