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The Mermaid & Alligator

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

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Free daily full breakfast
1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Sunroom - Adult Exclusive

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Garden Room - Adult Exclusive

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Audubon Room - Adult Exclusive

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Papaya Room - Adult Exclusive

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Key Lime Room - Adult Exclusive

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
729 Truman Ave, Key West, FL, 33040

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

  • ‪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

Guest house near Duval Street
Close to Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and South Beach, The Mermaid & Alligator provides free full breakfast, a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • An electric car charging station, concierge services and outdoor furniture
  • Luggage storage and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Mermaid & Alligator offer thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Baths or showers, hairdryers and shampoo

Languages

English

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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

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 at the property

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 any lifts
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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Mermaid & Alligator have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Mermaid & Alligator pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Mermaid & Alligator?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Mermaid & Alligator?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Mermaid & Alligator?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Mermaid & Alligator located?

Located in Old Town Key West, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Saint Mary Star of the Sea, Duval Street and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. Florida Keys Beaches and South Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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The Mermaid & Alligator Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 235 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 235 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 235 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 235 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 235 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property on Truman with off street parking. Staff is super friendly and helpful. It’s an easy walk to Duval Street and all the happenings down town. Place is absolutely lovely and will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dong

Nice and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Izabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I was honestly blown away by this place! The backyard is truly an oasis - I could’ve sat there all day and have been perfectly content. We were in the Sun Room, it was so cute we definitely want to book the same room again! It was really nice to be able to park at the residence, as another we stayed at required us to park at paid parking. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful guesthouse to stay in
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Graciela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been a repeat customer and it doesn’t disappoint.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful House
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely charming, unique, great food and service a hidden gem! Loved the various shady spots to sit and read, nice warm plunge pool! Very helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Swatadipta

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

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Planning to revisit as soon as possible!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent very clean great breakfast
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. Feels like home!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this property; very serene, not a party vibe. Intimate. Private. Clean and beautiful too. Good breakfast, drinks / snacks available. The pool and grounds are so pretty. I had the key lime room, second time here to this b&b and it was lovely AGAIN. Will be a future visitor here again in the future. Walkable to attractions but still felt safe to me, as a solo female traveller this time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an exceptional B&B! It was so quiet and comfy and I felt so at home. ;Diana went out of her way to reassure me when I had some reservation issues with Expedia. The grounds are beautiful and peaceful and you get served a delicious home cooked breakfast in the garden. I highly recommend it
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

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

Wonderful Stay

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..
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Santiago

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

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was one of the most relaxing vacations I've had in a while. It is a beautiful property in the perfect location. Never needed a bike or a car. Easy to get everywhere. Gardens and rooms are superb!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

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

Excellent hotel with a beautiful garden

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As a light sleeper I was worried it would be too noisy since we were in the Garden room right off Truman, but it was totally fine. They also provided a white noise machine for super light sleepers. The free breakfast each morning was nice- good variety day to day and filling until lunch. The location is walkable- made for sweaty walks due to the heat in late May, but we loved walking because it helped work off all the key lime pie! The B&B also had a small fridge constantly filled with cold water bottles, which were a godsend for all our walks and to keep hydrated while out and about. We easily walked from the B&B to Mallory square in under 30 min. There are also tons of bike and golf cart rental places nearby so it’s easier to go downtown if you like. All in all a very chill, quiet, and serene place to stay. Felt more personal and historic than the large resorts/hotels closer to downtown- a nice place to retreat at the end of the day after being out on the water or exploring downtown Key West. Would totally stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 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

Kathleen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025