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Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns

3.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Restaurant
Free daily continental breakfast
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Two Bedroom Suite | Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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811 Simonton Street, Key West, FL, 33040
  • Place, Duval Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Southernmost Point
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom Suite

One Bedroom Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

King Room Patio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

One Bedroom Suite Mobility

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Suite

Two Bedroom Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Two Bedroom Loft Suite

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Key West

With a stay at Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns, you'll be centrally located in Key West, steps from Duval Street and 5 minutes by foot from Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. .This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Florida Keys Beaches and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from South Beach.

What's nearby

  • Duval Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • South Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Southernmost Point - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns

Hotel with an outdoor pool, steps from Duval Street
Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 22 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, microwave in a common area, and a water dispenser. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 33.75 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • 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 (76 centimetre high)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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
  • Resort fee: USD 50.63 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Concierge service
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls

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

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Ella's Cottages - Key West Historic Inns Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 339 out of 431 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 431 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 431 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 431 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 431 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Such a nice please thank you so much !
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room and staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to main street
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daran

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it! Felt totally at home!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aneta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was literally perfect! We couldn’t imagine better experience. Wonderful, welcoming staff. Great ambience, peaceful energy. Comfortable rooms with pretty decor. Delicious breakfast with lots of options. Everything delivered in a cute basket, what a nice touch. Very convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pablo, Tavernier

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was A+++
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The charming cottage room with covered porch was lovely and the room was very clean. The staff, specifically Nura was so welcoming and gave us personal attention with any of our needs. The breakfast basket delivered daily at your requested time between 8&10 was perfect! Offerings included overnight oats, yogurt with berries, bagels, croissants, hard boiled eggs and a variety of teas, coffee and oj. We’ve never received anything like this while traveling and it was a welcome start to our day. We enjoyed relaxing by the pool and enjoyed relaxing under the covered chaises.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ishta, Austin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, Beautiful property
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

TODD

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large spacious updated room, excellent location and very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Effie

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Effie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was well-kept and clean, the delivered breakfast baskets were wonderful (and a LOT of food!), and the staff were all friendly, welcoming, and helpful. I was travelling alone but always felt perfectly safe, and even stayed an extra night! The hotel is also very conveniently located, right next to a stop on the Duval Loop bus stop.
"Sweet Suite"
Patio
Breakfast Basket: thermos of coffee, 2 bottles of orange juice, 2 turmeric shots, 2 croissants with jam and butter, overnight oats, yogurt+2 packets of granola, 2 chocolate orange biscotti, 2 egg bites, Sargento "balanced break," and string cheese.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy, Hamilton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at Ella’s Cottages. It is a short walk to Duvall Street with lots of dining options close by. The suites were tucked into a beautifully landscaped property. I truly felt transported to a tropical island sanctuary. There were beach/pool towels on the lounge chairs by the pool. The pool itself is small but very clean and refreshing after a hot day. There were also tables in the pool area to dine or gather. We upgraded our room to a larger room with a patio. The bathroom was nicely updated and very clean. Our bedroom area also was nicely updated and clean. The window AC unit worked hard to cool our room on the lowest setting. The ceiling fan helped. The staff was very friendly and helped us find good suggestions of places to eat. The continental breakfast was: essentially it’s a basket of croissants or bagels, bottled orange juice, yogurt cups, coffee, cheese packets, detox shots and two egg bites. I would highly recommend Ella’s Cottages and would stay here again.
Exterior
Room interior
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica Kaitlin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the cutest place we’ve stayed at in Key West! The room was clean and very comfortable. It was quiet and relaxing, and the pool area was perfect. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

SCOTT

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful experience. It was everything we could ask for her rest and relaxation. We were celebrating our 25th and wedding anniversary and it did not disappoint.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great but the TV didn't work, they did give us a discount but we would liked to have the TV working.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Tami

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Too pricey for off season and what you receive

For the amount of money, I paid and off-season for four nights, I expected the room to be bigger with some sort of an area to lounge in. The room was a little beat up and could use some updating for $1800 for four nights. I spoke to other friends that stayed at other resorts in the area and paid about half of what I paid for larger rooms, better breakfast, and better amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel.Great location.Dwight was super friendly and made us feel welcomed from the moment we arrived.We will definitely be returning for a more extended stay next time.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is absolutely adorable! Room was clean and spacious. Front desk person was very nice and personable. The breakfast baskets that are delivered to your room are top notch! Will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John-Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quaint, lovely, and enjoyable place to stay

This place is adorable! The location is good (walking distance to Duval Street). Surrounded by trees making it very private. I especially liked the ice/water machine being central to all the cottages. The cottages are older but very well maintained. No central air, but window units that kept the room cool. The only real downfall is there is no storage in the bathroom. Shelves should be placed above the toilet to keep your toiletries off the floor. A continental breakfast was delivered to you room each morning. If you want a "hearty" breakfast you will need to walk about 6 blocks to Blue Heaven which had the best fried potatoes I have ever had. All in all our stay at Ella's Cottages was a wonderful experience. Would stay there again if we get back to Key West.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best place in Key West

Ellas cottage does not disappoint. It’s such a cute and beautiful place. The room was perfect and super clean, the bed was so comfortable. I wanted to steal their pillows but I didn’t, so don’t worry. Every morning they bring you a breakfast basket to your room at your desired time. It has bagels, cheese and other lovely breakfast items in there. It’s such a cute and great way to wake up. Last but not least, Dwight in the reception is the highlight at Ella’s cottage and it wouldn’t be the same without him, may they protect him at all cost. Thank you for making our stay unforgettable from start to finish.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025