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Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Duval Street

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Suite (Merlin's) | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Restaurant
Free daily continental breakfast
Suite (Merlin's) | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Suite (Ella's Sweet) | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
At Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns, indulge in the island life with a continental breakfast, and relax by the outdoor pool or on the sun-kissed terrace. Explore nearby Duval Street or unwind in the garden with WiFi at your fingertips; previous guests rave about the helpful staff and perfect location.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room (Sweet)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Ella's Sweet) | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite (Ella's Sweet)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, Patio (Sweet)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, Mobility Accessible (Sweet)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Merlin's) | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite (Merlin's)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
811 Simonton Street, Key West, FL, 33040

What's nearby

  • Duval Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • South Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Southernmost Point - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mallory Square - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Key West Intl. Airport (EYW) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bourbon Street Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mangoes Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪801 Bourbon Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Old Town Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Aqua - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns

Hotel near Duval Street
Close to Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and Southernmost Point, Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an outdoor entertainment area.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), concierge services, and a water dispenser
  • Outdoor furniture, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 33.75 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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 50 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 33.75 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This hotel requires written authorization in advance for any payment using a credit card whose name differs from the registered guest.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Merlin Guesthouse
Merlin Guesthouse B&B
Merlin Guesthouse B&B Key West
Merlin Guesthouse Key West
Merlin Guesthouse Hotel Key West
Merlin Guesthouse Key West Hotel
Merlin Guesthouse Hotel
Merlin Guest House Key West Hotel
Merlin Guest House Hotel
Merlin Guest House Key West
Merlin Guest House

Frequently asked questions

Does Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns?

Self parking is available for USD 33.75 per day.

What time is check-in at Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns located?

Located in Old Town Key West, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Duval Street and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. South Beach and Southernmost Point are also within 15 minutes.

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