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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 (Ella's Sweet)
Restaurant
Suite (Merlin's) | Living area
Free daily continental breakfast
Suite (Merlin's)
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

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

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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
Premium bedding
  • 180 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Ella's Sweet)

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
  • 300 sq ft
  • 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
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Merlin's)

Suite (Merlin's)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Located in Old Town Key West, a neighborhood in Key West, Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and Southernmost Point are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park and Florida Keys Beaches. Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory and MLK Community Pool & Community Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and skydiving.
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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 Intl. Airport (EYW) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bourbon Street Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Old Town Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Aqua - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Better Than Sex - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪DJ's Clam Shack - ‬4 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), smoke-free premises, and a water dispenser
  • Tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and outdoor furniture
  • 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

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns?

As of Aug 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns on Sept 1, 2025 start from CA $244.26, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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. Florida Keys Beaches and South Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 292 out of 368 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 368 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 368 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 368 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 368 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Staff was amazing. We will definitely stay here again. A little paradise off of Duval!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was easy and staff was very helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing time at the beautiful hotel! Everything was amazing, looking forward to stay again there!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and staff. Ver conviently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was wonderful. Clean, excellent staff. We walked everywhere from our room. Best vacation in years.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was charming and comfortable. Hubby and I enjoyed our stay. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in the perfect location to walk to Duval. It's clean and quiet and the Dwight who runs the property is wonderful. Each morning you receive and adorable and delicious breakfast basket that is so special. I will be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect getaway! Great staff, awesome breakfast basket…quiet,tucked away, cozy, convenient…thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Very quaint, wonderful breakfast basket and service was top notch. Rooms were very clean. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at Ella‘s was such a wonderful pleasure! Being only one block away from all of the action, yet it felt like your own tropical paradise. Dwight was awesome and his recommendations for dining and activities helped make my stay one of the best! What really made this great for me was how clean everything was and how safe the environment felt. Having a private pool with a beautiful sitting area was just icing on top.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ella's was wonferful! A beautiful place to stay, very close to everything we wanted to do. Incredibly sweet staff ans breakfast brought to our room each morning was magical. We loved every minute of staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved Ella’s! Easily one of our favorite places down in Key Weet!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place great staff
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s your own private oasis in the heart of downtown Key West…within walking distance to everything. The daily breakfast basket is a delightful bright spot each day..filled with crest pastries, fruit and homemade veggie or fruit shots. Staff are wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the staff are amazing! Nice rooms. Not fancy but comfortable. Very nice breakfast basket! The floors need mopped for bugs and hair, especially bathroom. Very convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very quiet place to stay. The room was clean, bed was comfortable, and the breakfast basket was a delight! Everything was within walking distance. (5-20 minutes). Staff was friendly and helpful. Pool was small but just enough to dip in when hot too hot!! Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the patio and pool area.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dwight was the BEST - very friendly, helpful and accommodating. Loved the overall atmosphere
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay! 2 blocks off Duval Street, so a lot of shopping and dining options are within walking distance. All staff members we dealt with were so polite and helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and location. Smaller rooms could do with better storage options.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

May

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool area is beautiful. Especially love the swing chair. Breakfast basket is delightful. Room is small but clean. However didn’t like the air conditioner- it was too loud for me to sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful oasis with amazing breakfast basket to your room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fonz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay while in Key West
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025