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The Mermaid & The Alligator
3 stars

The Mermaid & The Alligator

729 Truman Avenue, Key West, FL 33040, United States
+1 305 294 1894
From
$359
Cheapest

rate per night

9.3
Excellent

based on 180 reviews

The Mermaid & The Alligator
seg 5/13
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ter 5/14
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
Queen room
King room

About The Mermaid & The Alligator

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free

The Mermaid & The Alligator is a very small bed and breakfast that’s located in Key West. The business is housed in a Victorian building from 1904 and gives its guests an intimate setting for a romantic trip. The rooms in this B&B feel very homey but still have some of the original Victorian charm.

There are only nine rooms at The Mermaid & The Alligator. All of the rooms have their own individual décor and stories. There are six that are located in the Mansion. These have spa-tubs, queen or king beds, and walk-in showers. The other three rooms are in the Garden Cottage. These are very private and offer more peacefulness. The building is surrounded by tropical gardens that add to the atmosphere. All rooms have air conditioning and private patios.

Breakfast is served every morning out by the pool. There are cookies and lemonade provided in the afternoon, and wine and cheese for guests in the evening. Off the property, guests will find plenty of places to dine. Little Pearl is a seafood restaurant just three minutes away. El Siboney Restaurant is Caribbean and just four minutes from the property. For something sweet, guests can check out Better Than Sex – A Dessert Restaurant Key West.

The Mermaid & The Alligator is an adults-only property that has free parking and breakfast included. Guests will also find a pool on the property and free high-speed wireless Internet. The property is right in Old Town Key West so travelers can walk to much of what they’ll want to do in the area.

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Latest deals for The Mermaid & The Alligator

seg 5/13
ter 5/14
Queen room
bed type unknown
bed type unknown
1 queen bed
King room
1 king bed
Standard room
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bed type unknown

*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at The Mermaid & The Alligator

  • Adults only
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Hairdryer
  • Hot tub
  • Concierge service

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

General

  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Sofa
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Adults only
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Private entrance

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Key access
  • Private check-in/check-out

Pool and spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Dining

  • Wine glasses

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of The Mermaid & The Alligator

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9.3
WonderfulBased on 180 verified guest reviews
9.3Couples
9.4Families
9.3Friends
9.3Solo

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Location

729 Truman Avenue, Key West, FL 33040

What's nearby

  • Basilica of St. Mary Star of the Sea68 yd
  • Key West Firehouse Museum323 yd
  • Key West Cemetery372 yd
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum0.3 mi
  • Key West Lighthouse0.4 mi
  • Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory0.4 mi
  • Southernmost Point0.5 mi
  • St Paul's Episcopal Church0.5 mi
  • Key West Historic Seaport0.6 mi
  • Duval Street0.7 mi
  • Harry S. Truman Little White House0.7 mi
  • Audubon House and Tropical Gardens0.7 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Mermaid & The Alligator

Low season

September

High season

February

Average price (weeknight)

$444

Average price (weekend night)

$466
Cheapest month to stay with an average 32% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 21% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at The Mermaid & The Alligator

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Top tips for your stay at The Mermaid & The Alligator

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Mermaid & The Alligator, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in September and August.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Mermaid & The Alligator, plan to stay on a Sunday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Mermaid & The Alligator was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $525, while the most expensive was $525.
  • How long should you stay at The Mermaid & The Alligator? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at The Mermaid & The Alligator

  • Where is The Mermaid & The Alligator located?

    The Mermaid & The Alligator is located at 729 Truman Avenue in Old Town North of Truman, 0.3 miles from the center of Key West. Basilica of St. Mary Star of the Sea is the closest landmark to The Mermaid & The Alligator.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Mermaid & The Alligator?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at The Mermaid & The Alligator.

  • Does The Mermaid & The Alligator offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Mermaid & The Alligator offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Mermaid & The Alligator from the airport?

    The Mermaid & The Alligator is 2.4 miles from Key West.

  • Does The Mermaid & The Alligator have a pool?

    Yes, The Mermaid & The Alligator has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Mermaid & The Alligator hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Mermaid & The Alligator in Key West and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Mermaid & The Alligator and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Mermaid & The Alligator.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.7

Distance to city center

0.3 mi

Nearest Airport

Key West

Distance to airport

2.3 mi