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The Mermaid & Alligator

3.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Free daily full breakfast
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Audubon Room - Adult Exclusive
Sunroom - Adult Exclusive

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
729 Truman Ave, Key West, FL, 33040
  • Duval Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • South Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Southernmost Point
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Sunroom - Adult Exclusive

Sunroom - Adult Exclusive

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Garden Room - Adult Exclusive

Garden Room - Adult Exclusive

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Audubon Room - Adult Exclusive

Audubon Room - Adult Exclusive

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Papaya Room - Adult Exclusive

Papaya Room - Adult Exclusive

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Key Lime Room - Adult Exclusive

Key Lime Room - Adult Exclusive

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Key West

Located in Key West (Old Town Key West), The Mermaid & Alligator is within a 10-minute walk of Duval Street and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. .This guesthouse is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Florida Keys Beaches and 0.6 mi (1 km) from South Beach.
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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

Adults-only guesthouse with free breakfast and an outdoor pool
The Mermaid & Alligator offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and bathrobes. 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 bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 9 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, hair dryers, and bathrobes. Conveniences include safes and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this Victorian guesthouse include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

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
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

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

  • Deposit: USD 1 per accommodation, per stay

We have included 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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 21 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

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

The Mermaid & Alligator Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 192 out of 222 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 222 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 222 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 222 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 222 reviews

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 Excellent

Edward

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wow

An outstanding place to stay it was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Location and equipped with everything you need to stay!! Loved that garden in front if my room !! Garden Room was mine
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

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

8/10 Good

STEPHEN

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

10/10 Excellent

Craig John, Winston-Salem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place for its charm and unique character- surrounded by beautiful vegetation and trees providing quiet. Breakfast was made to order each day, with a new item on the menu. Diana the manager, was a wonderful host and helped arrange a wonderful on site professional massage with a great service provider. Everything in Key West old town is just a 10 minute walk away.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Swatadipta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place for stay...would highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is very well kept and beautiful. Staff are also very attentive and nice. My only issue is that there was an intermittent vibration, that would last ~15 seconds and then stop, which would shake the property enough that you could hear it while in bed. This would happen about every 3-5 minutes. Otherwise an excellent property.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property, great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely wonderful!! Beautiful property! Definitely would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patsy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I cannot say enough about the service and the staff at mermaids and alligators. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Santiago

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful place. The staff was wonderful and the breakfast was amazing. Great location with scooter rentals just down the road.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mermaid and Alligator 🐊 is very nice place.

Room was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vinny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean and quiet; staff was very friendly, cordial and helpful in all matters. would highly recommend for all occasions.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Amenities
So cute! Very welcoming and accommodating. Pictures don’t do it justice. Way prettier in person.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024