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The Paradise Inn vs The Mermaid & The Alligator

Both The Paradise Inn and The Mermaid & The Alligator are endorsed by professional reviewers. Overall, The Mermaid & The Alligator ranks significantly higher than The Paradise Inn. The Mermaid & The Alligator scores 79 with praise from 5 sources such as Lonely Planet, Fodor's and oyster.com.

The Paradise Inn
The Paradise Inn
7 / 10
819 Simonton Street, Key West, FL 33040
From $293 /night
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Pool
  • Multilingual
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"A winner from Historic Key West Inns, this friendly compound houses some simple but elegant rooms, suites and cottages." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"This unique property consists of two Bahamian-style houses and three historic Conch cottages, used by Cuban cigar makers in the mid-1850s."
Oyster Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"An adult-only boutique hotel with historic flair... the upper-middle-range inn is quaint and relaxed." Full review
The Mermaid & The Alligator
The Mermaid & The Alligator
7 / 10
729 Truman Avenue, Key West, FL 33040
From $273 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Concierge
  • Pool
  • Free Parking
  • Spa
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Fodor's Fodor's
"An enchanting combination of flora and fauna makes this 1904 Victorian house a welcoming retreat." Full review
Lonely Planet 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." Full review
Travel + Leisure 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." Full review
Rough Guide 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 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." Full review
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