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Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns

3.5 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Duval Street

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Room (Sweet) | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Suite (Ella's Sweet) | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Suite, 1 King Bed (Living Area) | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Suite (Merlin's) | Living area | Flat-screen TV
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.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Self parking
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is £201
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul

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

Room (Sweet)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/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 cots/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 cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 19 sq m
  • 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 cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen 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 cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
811 Simonton Street, Key West, FL, 33040

What's nearby

  • Duval Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • South Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Southernmost Point - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mallory Square - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bourbon Street Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪801 Bourbon Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mangoes Restaurant & Island Cuisine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Old Town Tavern Key West - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pinchers - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns

Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Duval Street and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, and kayaking, parasailing and scuba-diving are nearby. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 22 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (USD 33.75 per day; includes in/out privileges)
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 5 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Water dispenser
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 76
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Free cot/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per night

Pets

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

Parking

  • Self-parking costs USD 33.75 per day with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and outdoor lighting on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns?

Yes. Self-parking costs USD 33.75 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as boat tours, fishing and jet-skiing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns like?

Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns is in Old Town Key West, a short 9-minute drive from Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.) and 2 minutes' walk from Duval Street. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.

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Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with delicious baskets delivered to rooms, offering a great selection of bites. (50 reviews)
  • The pool area was clean, comfortable, and relaxing, with a laid-back atmosphere perfect for unwinding. (17 reviews)
  • Breakfast was a highlight, with options brought to the cottage each morning. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

6/10 Good

Lovely property and location. Smaller rooms could do with better storage options.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ella’s cottage was a wonderful place to stay. Would definitely return for location, service and friendliness!
JENNIFER, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place to stay while in Key West
Fonz, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, friendly staff and lovely pool & communal areas.
Victoria, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was welcoming. The place is quaint and comfortable.
Klara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was great & very friendly.
Heidi, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Have stayed there before we like it, starting to get a little pricey.
Therese, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was excellent.
Bob, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location with kind and attentive staff
Kayla, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location.
Jeanette, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and walkable to everything.
David, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice small hotel. Great breakfast provided. Be aware the street is noisy at night.
Raja, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wish it was a little closer to activities. I never did find the safe. It is a beautiful place!
Bunny Moore, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel! Close to Duval and all the action but quiet with a lovely courtyard and well appointed rooms.
Deborah, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay at Ella's! The location was perfect, our room was beautiful and clean, the breakfast basket was way better than we imagined it would be. Having parking on site was great, the property is vibey in an awesome secret garden sort of way. Will absolutely return when we come back to Key West!

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and location.
Jonny, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, great location, great breakfast! The room was fantastic and clean. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend this as a great place to stay in Key West!

10/10 Exceptional

A special place to stay in Key West

The service provided by both Michael and Dwight enhanced our stay. The delivery of breakfast in the morning was a special added touch.
Kenneth, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

As I said the do not offer room service, but they brought a very nice continental breakfast every morning. All staff were fantastic! Special shoutout to Michael and Dwight. Fun, friendly and funny! Will definitely return!
Michael, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location!

Great location. Walking distance to everything. The breakfast is amazing. Highly recommend this place
Mary, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location was near all the action but it was peaceful. The grounds were beautiful. Staff was friendly and extremely helpful. I loved the breakfast basket that was delivered to my door daily.
Stephen, 9-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved the location. Free Bus stop out front. The yummy breakfast basket delivered each morning.
Linda, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ella’s was Wonderful!

We had a great stay at Ella’s Cottages. Walking distance to all Key West attractions…great location!
Harry, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Everything was easy and convenient and place was perfectly located near Duvall street shops. The rooms were a little small and bathroom could have been bigger
David, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay at Ella’s Cottages was amazing. We felt so pampered! Breakfast baskets, Turkish robes and the staff truly made our accommodations wonderful. Another “perk” was a free transit stop just right there! We will definitely be staying here again! Thank you, Dwight for your hospitality.
James, 4-night trip