The Mermaid & The Alligator

Select Registry Member Since 2015

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The Mermaid & The Alligator

Select Registry Member Since 2015

The Basics

The Mermaid & The Alligator is a serene, adult-only bed & breakfast in the heart of Old Town Key West. Offering nine beautifully decorated guest rooms, made-to-order breakfast daily, lush gardens, and impeccable service, it is a destination for the discerning traveler.

Things We Love

Happy casual couple going for a bike ride on the pier on a sunny day

We provide on-site bike rental to cycle through Key West

back patio

Enjoy meandering through gorgeous landscaped grounds

the mermaid and the alligator exterior

We provide concierge services to assist guests during their stay

At A Glance

  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Electric Vehicle Charger
  • Swimming Pool
  • Smoke-Free Property
  • Free On-site Parking
  • Concierge Services
  • Adult Only

Best For

  • Gardens & Natural Wonders
  • Outdoor Activities
  • Romantic Retreat/Honeymoon Destination

In The Know

Here are a few things you can't miss when you visit...

  • Celebrate sunset from Mallory Square
  • The view from the Key West Lighthouse is amazing
  • A stroll through the Key West Cemetery is a history lesson
  • Nancy Forrester's Secret Garden is a hidden gem
  • A visit to Smather's Beach is highly encouraged

Welcome

Welcome to "your home in Key West." Our circa 1904 Victorian home in the heart of Old Town Key West awaits.
Start each day with our delicious full breakfast before venturing out to see what the island offers including beaches, unique restaurants, galleries and wonderful shops.
When it's time to return, retire to one of our comfortable and inviting  guest rooms where wonderful amenities including Turkish bath towels, private porches, bathrobes, and more are waiting for you. Enjoy our lush and tranquil gardens where water fountains, exotic flowers and birds transport you to a place of pure relaxation. At The Mermaid & The Alligator, comfort, serenity, and luxury are perfectly combined for the most enjoyable experience.

Amenities

Inn Amenities: Pool, Tesla/Electric Vehicle Charging Station, Free Onsite Parking, Gardens on Property, LGBT Friendly, Dedicated Spa Service, National Historic Registry, Concierge Services

Food & Wine

Enjoy your breakfast poolside. Daily choices include home-baked muffins, and a selection of coffee, tea, and juice.

Every morning we feature a different single hot entree. Some selections include Eggs Monterey, Belgian waffles, pancakes, cinnamon French Toast, Gallo Pinto, Egg Burritos or various quiches and frittatas.

In the evening, guests can enjoy daily happy hour,

Meals Offered: Breakfast

Special Diets Accommodated: Yes

Breakfast: Complimentary

Breakfast Service: Continental

Breakfast Seating: Individual Tables, Set Times

Dining Amenities: Complimentary Beverages, Complimentary Afternoon Tea/Refreshments, Complimentary Early Coffee Tea, Evening Cocktails

Rooms & Suites

Whether you choose to stay in one of the stately guestrooms in the mansion or the casual rooms of the Conch Cottage, your room will be comfortable and welcoming. Each room is individually decorated and has its own "personality."

Accommodations: Cottages, Suites

# of Rooms: 9

Beds: Queen, King

Room Entertainment: CD Players, iPod Docking Station

Safes: In-Room, Front Desk

Handicap Accessible: Not handicap accessible due to historic nature of property

Room Amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clocks, Antique Furnishing, Bathrobes, Hair Dryer, Ironing Boards, Private Deck, Private Entrance

For information on ADA accessibility for the facility or its rooms, please contact the property directly.

Guest Services

On-site amentites include
*First-come, first-serve on-site parking
*Breakfast served in the gardens
*Selection of coffee, tea, and juice
*Daily happy hour
*Bike rental
*Massage services
*Cubietrio+ wireless charging with USB ports & Bluetooth Music Play
*Sound therapy system

Internet Service: Wireless, Complimentary

Front Desk/Security: OnSite

Corporate Rates: No

Inn Amenities: Pool, Tesla/Electric Vehicle Charging Station, Free Onsite Parking, Gardens on Property, LGBT Friendly, Dedicated Spa Service, National Historic Registry, Concierge Services

Location Type

Location Type: Small Town/Village, Coastal

Policies

https://www.kwmermaid.com/about-us/policies.html

Pet-Friendly: No

Innkeeper's Pets: No Pets

Smoking Policy: Smoke Free

Family Friendly: No

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