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The Mermaid & The Alligator vs Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel
The Mermaid & The Alligator and Key West Youth Hostel & Seashell Motel are both endorsed by those who travel for a living. Overall, The Mermaid & The Alligator ranks significantly higher than Key West Youth Hostel & Seashell Motel. The Mermaid & The Alligator ranks #12 in Key West with accolades from 5 reviews such as Fodor's, Rough Guide and Oyster.
The Mermaid & The Alligator
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729 Truman Avenue, Key West, FL 33040
From $273 /night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Spa
Fodor's
"An enchanting combination of flora and fauna makes this 1904 Victorian house a welcoming retreat."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"It takes a real gem to stand out amid the jewelry store of Keys hotels, but this place, located in a 1904 mansion, more than pulls off the job."
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Travel + Leisure
"What makes the Mermaid & the Alligator stand out?... is it simply that the inn, though only a 10-minute walk from the beach, hides in a palm and bromeliad jungle."
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Rough Guide
Star
"The fabulous gardens, TV-free rooms, sumptuous breakfasts (try the banana pancakes) and wine served each evening make for a deeply relaxing stay."
Oyster
Upscale
"The home is a quiet and peaceful area that is steps from the heart of the entertainment district. There is a lush interior garden with hammock, lounge chairs, and plunge pool."
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Seashell Motel & Key West Hostel
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Frommer's
718 South Street, Key West, FL 33040
From $76 /night
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Free Parking
- Multilingual
- Air Conditioning
- Baggage storage
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This isn’t our favorite hostel, but it’s about the only youth-oriented budget choice on the island."
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DK Eyewitness
"A mere three-minute walk to the beach and to Old Key West, this hostel is usually full of young backpackers."
Rough Guide
"The cheapest digs in town are these grubby dorms, run by a friendly owner who provides bikes for rent."
Time Out
"Cheap dorm rooms down near the Southernmost Point, a five-minute walk from central Old Town."
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Frommer's
"This well-run hostel is a 3-minute walk to the beach and Old Town. Very busy with European backpackers, it's a great place to meet people."
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