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Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns

3.5 star property
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Business centre
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Sweet Room, 1 King Bed
Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Patio (King)
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
811 Simonton Street, Key West, FL, 33040
  • Duval Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Sweet Room, 1 King Bed

Sweet Room, 1 King Bed

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Ella's Sweet Room, 1 King Bed

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Merlin's Sweet, Two Bedroom Suite

Merlin's Sweet, Two Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Sweet Mobility Room, 1 King Bed

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Key West

With a stay at Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns, you'll be centrally located in Key West, steps from Duval Street and 12 minutes by foot from Southernmost Point. .This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Florida Keys Beaches.

What's nearby

  • Duval Street - 2 min walk
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 5 min walk
  • South Beach - 11 min walk
  • Southernmost Point - 12 min walk
  • Mallory Square - 17 min walk

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

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Duval Street
Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 22 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and ceiling fans, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, microwave in a common area, and a water dispenser. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Self parking on site (USD 33.75 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Bike parking
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 76
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Shared microwave
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Heating
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV channels
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge

More

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Free local calls
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 41.63 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Concierge service
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 33.75 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting
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.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Merlin Guesthouse B&B
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Merlin Guest House

Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 205 out of 264 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 264 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 264 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 264 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 264 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sabrina

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice Close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Larry

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron, Delray Beach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely love Ella’s Cottages. Micheal at the front desk was very helpful before we arrived with great directions and convenient parking arrangements. That made our check in a simple breeze. The accommodations were beautiful. The bathroom was wonderful as was the spacious bedroom, comfortable bed and the relaxing living room. The breakfast area was terrific and full of health options and exactly what we had hoped for. Late afternoon tea was a joy including the scrumptious biscotti! Dwight and cottage staff were cordial and friendly and we will be back next year and even hope to visit again mid season for a weekend. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay, easily walk to everything in Key West. Great Staff, very clean. We would definitely stay again! The room was big, beautiful and private.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The service was excellent. I received texts before, during & after my stay to help with parking , check in & check out. The front desk was helpful t with information. The breakfast was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh Anne

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ella’s was absolutely amazing. Quiet and quaint. Close to downtown. Rooms were very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mayra

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay was excellent. The property is beautiful and wonderfully located. The staff was friendly and helpful. Look forward to returning in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our week.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin Andrew, De Pere

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Tracy

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria, New York

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsey

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was super clean and the front desk was super friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here and will definitely return. Although a short walk to everything, our cottage was very quiet. Great breakfast as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint cottages on a lively little island. We'll come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louis-William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tropical Oasis!
Ella's its such a cute, little oasis within walking distance of all you need. We had such a great experience. The breakfast and tea time are such a great touch. Miss Dina is a delight and very attentive. We'll definitely be staying at Ella's again on our future Key West visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Definitely going back. Perfect home away from home
I loved my stay at Ella's. I was solo and stayed in the City King. The room would be tight for two people, but for one, it's perfect. No dresser, no desk, but a chair and a bench and a hanging rack. Breakfast each day was lovely, enjoyed poolside, or in the dining room. Fresh fruit, yogurt, pastries, lox. Tea time was also a nice touch. Pool area was great, plenty of shade. A/C and fans made the room comfortable. Robe was lightweight. Nice shampoo, conditioner, body wash, body lotion--no need to back those. An easy one block walk off of Duval.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Oasis
Everything about our stay was fabulous! The property is charming and welcoming. Our room was spacious and stayed blessedly cool the whole time. The staff was so helpful and accommodating. The breakfast was lovely and the afternoon tea was a perfect midday break from the heat. The location was perfect-central to everything and just a block from Duval, but somehow still felt quiet and secluded. We hated to leave after 4 wonderful nights. We will absolutely stay here again when we return to Key West!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Great breakfast and afternoon tea. Only complaint was the pool was actually hot
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy, Guilford

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay- our cottage was so beautiful and clean and the staff was so helpful. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

George, Rocky River

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sausan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful service!! Nice extras, like teatime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024