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The Mermaid & Alligator

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

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
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Free daily full breakfast
Free daily full breakfast
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The Mermaid & Alligator offers a charming Key West retreat, walking distance to Duval Street. Enjoy a full breakfast, outdoor pool, nearby Hemingway Home, in-room WiFi, and concierge services for a seamless island stay.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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 Intl. Airport (EYW) - 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

Guesthouse 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 like:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, concierge services, and smoke-free premises
  • Luggage storage and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Mermaid & Alligator include perks such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Tubs or showers, hair dryers, and shampoo

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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 transportation

  • 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 elevator
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • 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

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 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

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?

Check-out 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. South Beach and Southernmost Point are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

The Mermaid & Alligator Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 226 out of 262 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 262 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 262 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 262 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 262 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very Clean,Quiet and Confy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved staying here and are already looking at dates to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful small and just right
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
LOVED our stay here. Beautiful setting and room. Very relaxing and enjoyed every moment. Wonderful staff. Añelka was very kind and helpful and made the BEST breakfasts! 🌺
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really loved my stay at The Mermaid & Alligator! The property is beautiful and in a very convenient location — easy to walk or bike to just about everything. You can even rent bikes from the property. The hot breakfast every morning was amazing, and I appreciated having snacks and drinks available all day. The only small downside was that the room I was in, the Sun room, was pretty small, but the balcony was awesome and made up for it. Finally, the staff were all super kind and friendly. Overall, a great stay and I’d definitely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Staff SUPER CLEAN Breakfast was AWESOME, Welcoming WOULD STAY HERE AGAIN.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is a beautiful oasis and the staff kind and accommodating. Good location if if you don't mind walking a little and easy to get Uber if preferred. Breakfasts were exceptional and our room/mini-cottage was beautiful! I highly recommend this property and hope to be back on our next visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff!! Nice foliage and so cool to see wild iguanas daily at this property! Quiet, laid back vibe.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magical, place to stay. The patio area was so peaceful, I fell asleep in the chair. We felt like we were the only ones there.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

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

10/10 Excellent

Stacey Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property! Tranquil and private
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Floyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was incredible. The location is perfectly located in Old Town. It’s quiet. The breakfast was great. Wonderful experience and my wife and I will certainly be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rockwell

Liked: Amenities
Mermaid & Alligator is a lovely guest house..a real gem..well maintained:furnished/delightfully decorated/curated & comfortable..our ground floor beautiful “garden bedroom”which had doors that opened onto several “cul de sac-like” garden seating, a dipping jacuzzi-like pool& fountains ..each area providing quietude..great to just read Hemingway (😊) or… ..yet the home is also walking distance from the Hemingway House, Duval Street & Seaport shops…
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 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

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

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! We will be back. Great staff. Quiet location. Beautiful gardens. Relaxing pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 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

Dong

Nice and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property, great breakfast and amenities. Rooms could really use tvs to keep up on weather or local events happening. I'm not a big TV person but do enjoy watching local news and world news and weather. Like to do it in privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

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

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

Rachel

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

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