The Salty Mermaid Oceanfront Hotel

Location: 301 Buenos Aires St., New Smyrna Beach, Florida, 32169, New Smyrna Beach, US

Star Rating: 2 Stars

Property Type: Hotels

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - anytime

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Express check-out
• Free WiFi
• Terrace
• Garden
• Luggage storage
• Express check-in/check-out
• Designated smoking area
• Concierge service
• Wheelchair accessible
• Picnic area
• Front desk (limited hours)
• Express check-out
• Tours/ticket assistance
• Free wired internet
• Free self parking
• No elevator (single level property)

Rooms Available

• Luxury Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ocean View

  2 Twin Beds

  Balcony/patio with ocean views

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access

  Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with premium channels and pay movies

  Food & Drink - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), microwave, and coffee/tea maker

  Sleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer

  Practical - Safe and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request

  Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Accessibility - Hand-held showerhead

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 3 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Satellite channels
  • Bottle of water
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Premium bedding
  • Free WiFi
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hand-held showerhead

• Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Beachfront

  1 King Bed

  Balcony/patio with ocean views

  
  

  Layout - Bedroom

  Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access

  Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with premium channels and pay movies

  Food & Drink - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), microwave, and coffee/tea maker

  Sleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer

  Practical - Safe and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request

  Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Accessibility - Hand-held showerhead

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Satellite channels
  • Bottle of water
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Premium bedding
  • Free WiFi
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hand-held showerhead

Guest Reviews

• Jay (10/5): - Very cool gem! The pictures do not do justice. Ocean at your doorstep, thoughtful chique design, and extremely personable and friendly reception. We highly recommend. Plus, great dining and nightlife options within walking distance.
• John (10/5): - The parking arrangement worked out very well once we arrived and discovered that the management had left several messages and emails for us. The location and access were perfect for us and all went well.
• Dylan (10/5): Great location and peaceful - Everything was amazing!
• Laurie R (4/5): - Poorly Run and Way Over-Priced When we arrived, the vertical blinds on the sliding glass door were broken. The owner admitted they knew but said their handyman was busy, and they were never fixed during our three-night stay. On the second night, all guests were awakened at 3:30 a.m. by police pounding on doors due to the lack of an emergency contact number on the office door. A housekeeper also threw away my dental mouth guard, mistaking it for a drink, and despite searching the trash, it was never recovered. The owner promised to discuss compensation but never followed up. During our stay, fire alarms went off in every room when another guest burned food, and we had to hang towels over the broken blinds for privacy. Although advertised as a “boutique” hotel, it felt poorly managed and not worth the cost.
• Gregory (6/5): - Top notch interior design - beautiful views - description of fees misleading
• James (10/5): - This is a unique and fun property. Such a great alternative to the boring chain hotels. Definitely recommend and will come again.
• Christopher (10/5): - Clean room | Excellent service from staff | fantastic shower and bathroom | Beach view and walking distance to beach | provided beach towels and chairs for use | had beach showers as well | amazing dining options and a super helpful information binder with great local information | Overall fantastic experience
• Jennifer (10/5): - This is a little hidden gem. Right on the beach!
• Amy (10/5): - An adorable ocean front property! I loved every minute of my stay.
• Danelle (10/5): - The property was well taken care of. This was my second visit and I will return again
• Christine (10/5): - This was my 3rd visit - love everything about the Salty Mermaid. Will be back again!!!!
• Rob (10/5): Awesome Retro Motel - This is such a cool, “art deco retro” little motel. 5 units right on the beach with a nice grassy area. Such a neat find, I was glad it was available last minute. 5-6 awesome restaurants are within a 1-2 minute walk. I'd stay here again — mostly for a 1-2 night stop.
• Robert (10/5): - This place is a hidden gem. It’s a tiny, one story, 5-room beachfront motel probably built in the 1950’s. Old school! But the rooms are nicely renovated, staff super friendly and helpful, check-in and out very laid-back and easy. It is right in the beating heart of NSB, a block from Flagler and all the shops and restaurants, right on the ocean. We loved it, and we’ll be back!
• Tiffany (10/5): - Easy parking and ability to walk right onto the beach.
• Katherine (10/5): - Will stay again and love the charm created on the beach at this great location.
• Mike (10/5): - Clean, great location, Great Staff!!
• Roger (10/5): - Perfect weekend stay for a local pub crawl. The staff was extremely friendly.
• Nancy (10/5): Great - Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Salty Mermaid. Proximity to beach, shopping, dining and bars is perfect. Wonderful staff and great rooms. Will definitely return soon
• Judith (10/5): - Will go back!!
• Michelle (10/5): - I really enjoyed stepping out of my room and walk right to the beach. I enjoyed that I never moved my car the whole time I was there because everything was within walking distance. I really enjoyed having a good AC, beach chairs available, beach towels available, and bikes to rent. What I didn't enjoy is there is not an ice machine at this location. You need to stop by a convenience store and by ice.
• Taylor (10/5): AMAZING - It was amazing! My family and I went, I have 2 toddler twins and we loved it. Quiet and right on the beach. Staff was amazing I wish every experience was like this! We will definitely be making this a yearly place to come.
• Teresa (10/5): - Absolutely loved this little gem. Almost hate to let the secret out. Perfectly located. No pool but didn’t really miss one. Staff is so friendly and accommodating. I’ll be back!
• Robert (10/5): - Quiet, small property right on the beach. Staff is helpful and personable.
• lisa (6/5): - I'd like to start this review by saying I was super excited to try this hotel. The small feel, cute pics of the rooms, the closeness to restaurants and that it was right by the beach seemed perfect for us. I thought we would get exceptional service as well. Our checkin time on our reservation was 2pm. We got there early and figured we check to see if the room was ready and if not, then get lunch then maybe hit the beach. When we arrived we were told our room was next to be cleaned so off we went to lunch at the place next door. Came back an hour later and it wasn't ready yet so we found a spot in front of our room to chill until it was. We found that the other guests had taken over most of the space outdoors and no spots were left by the beach even though no one was in those areas - they blocked it so no one else could use them. 2 hours later and the room was not ready. 15 minutes after 2pm I went back up to the front desk to ask if there was a problem with the room and the snarky front desk person (not the original one that checked us in) said well check in was anytime between 1-3 so they had til 3. My response - expedia said check in was 2pm so she went to check on the room. Now mind you, we were infront of our room and knew housekeeping had been in the room for an hour and half at that point. The room was cute but that front desk agent with attitude really started our stay off poorly and has no customer service skills. For the price we paid for the room I expected more.
• Dawn (10/5): - I really enjoyed staying at The Salty Mermaid. It is an absolutely beautiful location! It is a small hotel and doesn't seem fancy from the exterior, but it was clean and nice inside! It was probably one of the best locations you can get, as you walk right out on the beach, you have chairs and umbrellas provided, and you can walk to the shops and restaurants! I will definitely be going back!
• Deborah (8/5): - Did not know bar next door, was loud music. Didn't have screen on sliding door. Missed Easter service on beach, sadly. No one in office after 5pm. Did like bike access.
• Corey (10/5): - Wonderful staff, nice room with retro decorations, walk out your room to the beach, just a really nice place to stay!
• Donna (10/5): Wonderful location and service - Wonderful location and service! Room was unique, clean and had a gorgeous view.
• Tom (10/5): - Thank you for maintaining a small facility in the midst of the bigger ones. A magical place.
• Anna (8/5): - This is a cute boutique hotel right on the beach.
• Monique (10/5): - We have stayed at the Salty Mermaid several times. It is a comfortable, well renovated hotel in the heart of New Smyrna. Very small and quaint.
• Jeremy (8/5): Good room and great location, just fix some stuff - The room was good and clean. Its a perfect spot just off the beach. My only issue was the back door to the beach was broken and couldnt be locked from the outside so You had to walk around, also the blinds for the back door were broken but functional. The room was good but for the price just fix the door and blinds,
• Stacy (8/5): - The staff were friendly and helpful. The beach was right outside our door and the beach area was beautiful. Rooms were fair and up to date. Local shops and restaurants were within walking distance.
• paula (10/5): - This hotel is right in front of the ocean, no obstruction, the patio is above the sand, so you don’t have people pearling in your room. It is perfect! The decor inside is beautiful, parking is right in front of your room. They anticipate your needs. It was great
• Frederick (10/5): - What I was hoping for. On the beach, close to everything and clean with very nice staff. Also loved checking in at 2 o’clock. Will be coming back.
• John (10/5): - Everything was very good, just as described.
• Carla (10/5): - We love the Salty Mermaid we stayed here for our Anniversary so Great we eill definitely be back Thank you
• Richard (8/5): - As above but needs a larger sign
• Jeaneane (10/5): - Absolutely loved this little spot. Gorgeous view of the lawn right out to the ocean. Super clean. It couldn’t be in a better location. We will be back.
• Stan (8/5): Review - Location Easy and nice view. Would stay there again.
• Sarah (10/5): Great location, beautiful rooms, amazing service. - We made a reservation at the Salty Mermaid later in the day and arrived on site after hours. We called the after hours number and they helped us to get into the room and have a place for the night despite not being able to verify our reservation. Amazing service. The rooms are super cute and perfect size for a couple or small family. Right on the beach and it’s only 5 units so it’s small and private. Would hands down stay here again.
• Roger (10/5): Amazing - It was absolutely amazing. The room was amazing. The view is amazing. The staff is awesome.
• Steven (10/5): - Before i booked i was hesitant simply because it looked like any old motel. I was wrong and it was quite luxorious. Had al ovely time and staff was amazing and helpful.
• Jackie (10/5): - We arrived after office hours and had a hard time with the lock box (our fault). I texted office staff and she immediately replied. She arrived within 10 minutes and let us in. Very gracious young lady!
• David (10/5): - Very nice and clean
• Susan (6/5): - It was over the Thanksgiving holiday There were no services available on the holiday. The kurig did not work which was part of the package. The property looked a bit warn and the pillows were awful The location and towels were great
• Verified traveler (10/5): ON the BEACH! - Amazing, sweet hotel ON THE BEACH. No pool, but for the price and ON THE BEACH, sooo worth it! Clean, comfy, quiet place with great owner!
• Judith (10/5): - We love the Salty Mermaid Oceanfront Hotel. The location is awesome. Very relaxing.
• Paula (10/5): Happy happy Anniversary - beautiful littlw botique hotel. lovally run with care and attention to detail. loved our stay here for our anniversary
• Nicholas (10/5): - We were pleasantly surprised at how nice the room was. Clean and modern furnishings in a quiet room with a stocked fridge. Will surely stay here from now on when in New Smyrna!
• Sandi (10/5): Nice place to stay at the beach - Very cute place to stay for a couples getaway. The location is perfect. It’s just steps from the back patio to the beach and the outdoor area with seating was perfect. Our only complaint is the shower pressure is very weak and the water smells. Overall it was a great place to stay.
• Angela (10/5): Right On The Beach!! - Excellent location right on the beach! Sweet little boutique, older hotel in excellent condition! Definitely staying here again!
• Derek (10/5): - Cool place, we had a great stay! Oceanfront vacation at its best! Clean, comfortable and convenient to dining, the beach, shopping. We also rented a super cool golf cart to zip around town, as well as drives on the beach. And...perhaps best of all...I caught my first Redfish! A 30" big boy! Thanks Salty Mermaid, we'll see you again sooooooon.
• Verified traveler (8/5): Salty but sweet - Pros- Room size, comfortable beds, oceanfront, walkable to restaurants & shops, great setup with chaise loungers & umbrellas facing ocean, super nice host Cons- bathroom door should NOT have slats (it needs to be a solid door…privacy pls), sitting chairs right outside glass doors but no privacy-can see all other guests right there too (need dividers of some sort), grassy area by chaise loungers is full of stickers- they need to turf this area
• Cory (10/5): - Best experience, it was a wonderful weekend. Thank you!!
• Judy (10/5): - Very unique property that was close to everything. So nice to be able to see the ocean from our room. The restaurants and shopping on Flagler was just around the corner. Stayed in Room 1 with a large walk in shower and air conditioning unit in the window.
• Susan (8/5): - Great views! Steps to the beach. Lots of restaurants, shops and bars. We had a great time.
• Gwendolyn (10/5): - Very pleasant for a short weekend travel.
• CHRISTINE (10/5): Excellent location and accommodations - Perfect spot for a couples retreat! Wonderful room with beautiful View. Close to restaurants and nightlife. We will be back!
• Lois (10/5): Charm of the Past - The Salty Mermaid is an adorable, vintage motel which has been updated but still keeping the charm of the past. Very clean with several amenities. Perfect beach location and So many shops and restaurants directly on Flagler We enjoyed our 1 night stay.
• Chris (10/5): - We loved that it was right on the ocean. It reminded us of old Florida and the places we stayed at when we were kids.
• Karen (10/5): - This property is wonderful. People are very nice. Place is spotless. So convenient.
• Renee (10/5): - Just feel in love with the place. We’re locals just north of there and just wanted an overnighter on the beach. It was perfect. We can’t wait to return. Cheers!
• Amanda (10/5): - Adorable ocean front vintage building with lovely updated rooms. Property and rooms were very clean and well maintained. Rooms have beautiful ocean view. Patios lead to a grassy area with chairs and umbrellas and a shower and then right to the beach. We will be back for sure.
• Traci (10/5): - This was such a quaint, nice motel. So well decorated, the ease of checking in, and so beautiful. We would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend.
• Jeren (10/5): - Excellent!
• Verified traveler (10/5): Beach Fun - Great place right on the beach. Wish we could have stayed longer.
• Wayne (10/5): - This little 5 room motel is a GEM!!!! Walk out your back door and you are footsteps from the beach. You park your car out frt and don't need it at all. Everything is a short walk...shops... restaurants...and bars....the room was SPOTLESS and cozy and comfortable. Can't wait to stay again...we had room #1 which had a walkin shower. There is only 5 rooms so it's a nice private place.you can sit outside your room and out back on comfortable lounge chairs with umbrellas. If I rate this 10 stars I would.
• Elizabeth (10/5): - I can’t say enough about The Salty Mermaid. It was a little slice of paradise. I went there to relax, be alone and find peace after a series of personal tragedies. I couldn’t have picked a better place. I will be going back. The golf cart rentals really add to the experience as well as the innumerable thoughtful amenities.
• steve (10/5): - The Salty Mermaid is a unique hotel right in the heart of new smyrna. Comfortable beds, clean and within walking distance to all all the shops and restaurants. They also have golf carts for rent so you don’t need to go far if you need to rent one. Nice people!
• Molly M. (10/5): - Very nice, beautiful, right on the beach, and super close to restaurants and shopping . Great place to stay.
• Lori (8/5): - It doesn’t look like much but it is a nice little place with only 5 rooms. The only downfall is that there is no pool but it is right in the beach with access out the sliding doors. The place is very clean (and I am fussy), the room is very cool with great AC. The shower has good pressure and plenty of hot water and the towels are nice and thick. We had a little mishap with checkin when they told us the room would be ready in 30 min and I’d get a call when it was ready but when we returned no one was there as we sat melting in the heat for someone to return. We were rescued by another guest who happened to have the owners phone number. We called all the numbers we had and even texted with no response. Other than that, our stay was very enjoyable and they do add many comforts like cold water and other drinks in the fridge, beach chairs and towels, lounge chairs in the back yard. I recommend!
• Mary (10/5): - Everything was perfect with the exception of the bed, it desperately needs to be replaced!
• Dragana (10/5): - Amazing place. On the beach. Rooms have all you need. Hotel has 5 rooms and there are two chairs and umbrella for each. Coffee, water and pops are free. Plenty of towels. Not luxury hotel but all what you really need and on right spot. Will recommend to everyone.
• Theresa (10/5): - What an amazing 2 days! The weather was perfect! The atmosphere was delightful. Lots to do or just relax by the ocean. We will definitely return. The hotel was perfect.
• Tamera (10/5): - Beautiful view
• Tara (10/5): - I'm a local-ish Floridian who traveled here for a weekend at the beach. The rooms are really big, super clean, and the king bed and pillows are so comfortable. I love the chaise lounge chairs right outside so you can get a tan and relax with a drink and look at the ocean and not have to fight for a spot on the beach. The staff were incredibly nice, friendly, and very accommodating. This hotel is in walking distance to anywhere you'd want to go, but you can rent bikes and golf carts if you want. I absolutely loved it here and will return next beach trip.
• Lisa (10/5): - Very nice, clean, quiet place right on the beach!
• MAURICE (8/5): - Oceanfront
• Kelley (10/5): - Beautiful little place.
• Pablo (10/5): - Good stay. Friendly staff and great location. Hidden gem and beautiful comfortable room. Water pressure could have been better but we had a great time during our stay!
• veronica (8/5): - Adorable place, great sheets and towels. Can't get any closer to downtown or the beach.
• Lucas (8/5): - Location was great. Room was nice. The add on of taxes was unexpected. Expedia says $149. Than turns into $172 something after tax, which is fine. Be prepared for that to turn into $194 something at the property after more tax....
• Lisa (10/5): - This adorable place has just 5 rooms that are directly in the beach. The rooms come equipped with a fridge, coffee maker and microwave. They have plenty of lounge chairs for soaking up the sun on the back lawn and beach chairs if you prefer the sand. This place is adorable!
• Sarah (10/5): - Super cool hotel. The beach is right there and it is only a few steps away. Beautiful view. Very clean and friendly staff. Will be back!
• Stephen (10/5): - The courtyard is a great place to watch the sunrise.
• Robert (8/5): - Excellent stay and everything you will need to make it more relaxing.
• Valerie (10/5): Cute and Comfy - Love this quaint little place. Our room is clean and comfortable. You will enjoy the cute boutique decor and amenities. You’re ocean front with a comfortable variety of lounge options. I look forward to returning for a longer stay!
• Sandra (10/5): - The Salty Mermaid was an excellent location, lovely decor , wonderful bathroom, comfortable beds. My favorite was the lounge chairs and umbrellas with an exceptional water view and sunrises. I came here in the 70’s twice. Same fabulous experience. Thank you. Sandy D.
• Dave (8/5): - Being able to step out the door to your own patio then to a chaise pad then onto the beach was wonderful. Cozy, close to everything.
• Nancy (10/5): Love it! - Absolutely love this place! Just open your glass door and there is the ocean! Room has been renovated and is so cute! We will definitely be back.
• Jean (10/5): - Great boutique hotel. Right on the beach. I would highly recommend it.
• Ellen (10/5): - Great stay, very clean. Mattresses were perfect. Easy access to beach. Beach chairs and towels were a plus.
• Mark (8/5): - Great little property with private beach access. We have stayed twice in the past year. It is very convenient to shopping and dining. The Canaveral National Seashore and Apollo Beach are within a 15 min drive. Rooms are quiet and well furnished/decorated. Our only suggestion is to increase bathroom counter space or add a makeup table.
• Laura (10/5): - Great beach access! Beautiful views. Very busy on the weekend.
• Charles (10/5): I’ll be back - Great spot. Very convenient to beach and restaurants. Had a fun day with a golf cart on the beach.
• Morgan (10/5): Beach getaway - Wonderful beach get away. The staff was friendly, room was clean. Such a cute space with unexpected personal touches in the room. Location is amazing! Walking distance to the best restaurants and shops that New Smyrna has to offer. Nothing is better than watching the sunrise on the beach from the courtesy of your own room.
• Douglas (8/5): - The access to the ocean; central access, and reasonably quiet and not overrun with people
• matthew (8/5): - Rooms were on the small side but well done. No where to really sit to watch TV other than in the bed.
• Jeren (10/5): - Wonderful place and stay, will be back!

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