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Very Good
4.0/5
Based on 863 guest reviews
- We have an outdoor pool ready for use
- Free breakfast available
- 22 sleeping rooms in hotel
- Hotel has 2 floors
- Hotel has 4 suites
- Check in: 3:00 PM
- Group booking rating of 7.4/10
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Room Types
Local Attractions
Ernest Hemingway House, Duval Street, Lighthouse Museum, Southernmost Point, Sloppy Joe's, Mel Fisher Museum, Margaritaville, shopping, bars, nightlife
Map & Landmarks: Ella's Cottages Key West Historic Inns
Property Description
Merlin Guesthouse is a classic historic inn in Key West providing casual lodging at an ideal location. Just one block from Duval Street, you will be steps away from Key West's best restaurants, nightlife, shopping, and attractions. Margaritaville, Sloppy Joe's Bar, and Ernest Hemingway's Home are all within easy reach. The nearest beach is just six blocks away. Take off walking in any direction and you will discover Key West's hidden treasures.
The guesthouse is a gated compound with five buildings that surround a private courtyard and pool. The main building was built in 1930 as a rooming house serving navy personnel stationed at Fort Zachary Taylor. The rooming house has been through many incarnations over the years, from gambling house to bordello, and is now back to offering respectable guest accommodations. Several adjacent buildings were added to the compound in the 1980's that provide larger guest suites and cottages. Today the guesthouse includes ten original “rooming house” rooms and several king suites and cottages to comprise twenty guest units. Merlin is named after a local “conch” named Merlin Albury, who is now buried at the Key West Cemetery.
Merlin Guesthouse offers a range of prices and room amenities. Simple rooms offer an excellent price and queen-size, four-poster beds. King Suites offer extra comfort and romance. Cottage units offer a variety of layouts that are comfortable for families or friends. Continental breakfast is included with all guest stays. All guestrooms are non-smoking.
Merlin Guesthouse Amenities:
Private courtyard with splash pool
1 block to Key West nightlife on Duval Street
Cottages can accommodate families
Continental breakfast
Free wireless internet
Parking
Rooms, Suites, and Cottages
22 guest units
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 3:00 PM |
| Check Out: | 11:00 AM |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2016 |
| Floors: | 2 |
| Rooms: | 22 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Exterior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 22 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 1 |
| Rooms with 1 Bed: | 20 |
| Rooms with 2 Beds: | 2 |
| Suites: | 4 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 0 |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | 0.3 Mi |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 0.3 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | 0.5 Mi |
| Pool Info: Outdoor dipping pool in the courtyard is open from dawn to dusk. |
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Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: Group bookings policies vary based on room type. |
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| Nightly Parking: | $30. |
| Typical Group Deposit: | Depending upon group type and number of rooms |
| Total Taxes: | 12.50% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| Parking Fee: | 30.00 Per Night |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Car rental
- Central location
- Complimentary breakfast
- Complimentary newspaper
- Concierge service
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Facilities for the disabled
- Golf course on hotel grounds
- Grocery service
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Non-smoking rooms
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Private garden grounds
- Shop
- Shower
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Television
- Tennis court
Airport & Shuttle Information
Nearest airport: Key West International. Approx. 2 miles
Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.Breakfast Information
Complimentary continental breakfast is served daily in the courtyard. 8:00am -11:00am
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.We love pets! Your pet is welcomed by name. Sometimes, our Directors of Pet Relations might be there to greet you with a tail wag. A selection of hotel amenities and extras including plush pet-bed loaners in your guest room, food, water bowls and mats. A concierge list of nearby pet-friendly restaurants, parks, groomers and pet boutiques. Door hangers alert other hotel guests and staff that your cat, dog, or other beloved pet is in the room. Courtesy bags for walking your dog. USD 50 per pet per night No size/weight limit No limit on number of pets allowed
Parking Info
Parking (USD 30 per night)
Internet / WiFI
Free wireless internet access is available in guest rooms and public space areas.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Blue Heaven, a popular spot known for its outdoor seating and tasty breakfast dishes, is just 0.7 miles away from the hotel.
- Lunch: Santiago's Bodega, a tapas-style restaurant with a diverse menu, is located 0.9 miles from Kimpton Ellas Cottages.
- Dinner: Latitudes at Sunset Key, a waterfront restaurant offering delicious seafood and stunning sunset views, is located 1.5 miles from Kimpton Ellas Cottages.
- Activity: Take a leisurely stroll down Duval Street, the main street in Key West, which is only 0.3 miles away from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Croissants de France, a French bakery offering delicious pastries and breakfast items, is just 0.2 miles away from the hotel.
- Lunch: El Siboney, a local favorite serving Cuban cuisine, is located 1.1 miles from Kimpton Ellas Cottages.
- Dinner: Nine One Five, a charming restaurant serving contemporary American cuisine, is located 0.4 miles from Kimpton Ellas Cottages.
- Activity: Visit the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum, a historic landmark located 0.6 miles away from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Pepe's Cafe, a Key West institution known for its hearty breakfast options, is just 0.3 miles away from the hotel.
- Lunch: Garbo's Grill, a food truck serving delicious tacos and burgers, is located 0.5 miles from Kimpton Ellas Cottages.
- Dinner: A&B Lobster House, a waterfront restaurant specializing in seafood, is located 0.8 miles from Kimpton Ellas Cottages.
- Activity: Take a sunset cruise on a catamaran from the Key West Historic Seaport, which is only 0.4 miles away from the hotel.
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Previously known as:
Ella's Cottages
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FAQs about Ellas Cottages
What time is check in?
Check in time is 3:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Ellas Cottages have?
There are 22 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
What kind of breakfast is at Ellas Cottages?
Complimentary continental breakfast is served daily in the courtyard. 8:00am -11:00am
What parking is available at Ellas Cottages?
Parking (USD 30 per night)
How much does internet cost?
Free wireless internet access is available in guest rooms and public space areas.
Can I get a AAA rate at Ellas Cottages?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Ellas Cottages?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a pool at Ellas Cottages?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Outdoor dipping pool in the courtyard is open from dawn to dusk..
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