The Mermaid & Alligator

3.5 star property
Adults-only guesthouse with free breakfast and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Free daily full breakfast
Exterior
Free daily full breakfast
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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729 Truman Ave, Key West, FL, 33040
  • Place, Duval Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, South Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Southernmost Point
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Key Lime Room - Adult Exclusive

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Papaya Room - Adult Exclusive

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Garden Room - Adult Exclusive

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Sunroom - Adult Exclusive

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Audubon Room - Adult Exclusive

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

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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About the area

Key West

At The Mermaid & Alligator you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Duval Street and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. Highlights at this Victorian guest house include free daily breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Added amenities include luggage storage. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Old Town Key West guest house include Florida Keys Beaches and South Beach.

What's nearby

  • Duval Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • 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

  • ‪El Siboney Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Better Than Sex - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bobby's Monkey Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Viva Argentinian Steakhouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tropical Drinks - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Mermaid & Alligator

Adults-only guesthouse with free breakfast and outdoor pool
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Mermaid & Alligator also features an outdoor pool, a garden, and concierge services. Self parking is free.

This Victorian Key West guest house is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1904
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
The Mermaid & Alligator offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary 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 baths or showers and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1904
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 1 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 21 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Mermaid & Alligator?

The Mermaid & Alligator offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Mermaid & Alligator?

Yep, The Mermaid & Alligator has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Mermaid & Alligator?

Yep, The Mermaid & Alligator is a short 11-minute walk from Florida Keys Beaches.

Does The Mermaid & Alligator have a pool?

The Mermaid & Alligator has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is The Mermaid & Alligator family-friendly?

No, The Mermaid & Alligator is an adults-only property.

Does The Mermaid & Alligator serve breakfast?

You bet, guests give a thumbs up to the free full breakfast here! Offered daily from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Mermaid & Alligator?

No, The Mermaid & Alligator does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Mermaid & Alligator?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Mermaid & Alligator?

No, only service animals are allowed.