Sitting across from Castillo de San Marcos on Old Town’s camera-ready main street, this mid-range property has one of the most enviable locations in St. Augustine. Its heritage buildings accentuate a “life in the past lane feel,” as do the inn’s 25 balcony-adorned rooms. Although all come with contemporary perks like mini-fridges, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi, the traditional decorating scheme gives them a classic look. The downside is that, save for an in-house wine bar, there are no real hotel-like feature here. Guests willing to forgo intimacy for more amenities should consider upgrading to the four-pearl Casa Monica Resort & Spa near Flagler College: housed in a landmark 1888 building, it boasts a pool, wellness center and upscale restaurant.
Sitting across from Castillo de San Marcos on Old Town’s camera-ready main street, this mid-range property has one of the most enviable locations in St. Augustine. Its heritage buildings accentuate a “life in the past lane feel,” as do the inn’s 25 balcony-adorned rooms. Although all come with contemporary perks like mini-fridges, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi, the traditional decorating scheme gives them a classic look. The downside is that, save for an in-house wine bar, there are no real hotel-like feature here. Guests willing to forgo intimacy for more amenities should consider upgrading to the four-pearl Casa Monica Resort & Spa near Flagler College: housed in a landmark 1888 building, it boasts a pool, wellness center and upscale restaurant.
Originally built in the 1790s, this stately, two-story town home that sits across from Matanzas River has undergone a number of iterations, emerging today as a friendly and inviting four pearl, 15-room bed and breakfast. Individually decorated rooms, each named after a historical figure or location in town, have private entrances; most have double whirlpool tubs, and many have electric fireplaces. Rooms mix antique furnishings with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, smartphone docking stations, recessed lighting, and free Wi-Fi. St. Augustine’s historic sights and quaint streets, with museums, art galleries, shops, and restaurants, are a 10-minute walk inland. Bayfront serves a full Southern breakfast, with such entrees as banana pancakes and bacon stratas, and hosts an early evening happy hour with homemade appetizers and sangria, wine, beer, and later, sweets.
Originally built in the 1790s, this stately, two-story town home that sits across from Matanzas River has undergone a number of iterations, emerging today as a friendly and inviting four pearl, 15-room bed and breakfast. Individually decorated rooms, each named after a historical figure or location in town, have private entrances; most have double whirlpool tubs, and many have electric fireplaces. Rooms mix antique furnishings with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, smartphone docking stations, recessed lighting, and free Wi-Fi. St. Augustine’s historic sights and quaint streets, with museums, art galleries, shops, and restaurants, are a 10-minute walk inland. Bayfront serves a full Southern breakfast, with such entrees as banana pancakes and bacon stratas, and hosts an early evening happy hour with homemade appetizers and sangria, wine, beer, and later, sweets.
Situated in a cove of the Camachee Harbor Marina, about two miles north of downtown St. Augustine, the mid-range Inn at Camachee Harbor consists of 19 individually owned time-shares. Decor varies widely, but all units have mini-fridges, microwaves, coffeemakers, flat-screen TVs, and DVD players; some units have whirlpool tubs, private balconies, and marina views. Suites have kitchenettes and separate sleeping areas. While there is no street life in the immediate area, there are three restaurants within walking distance, and the ambience is peaceful. The hotel has a small pool, and a pleasant boardwalk that snakes through a lush garden.
Situated in a cove of the Camachee Harbor Marina, about two miles north of downtown St. Augustine, the mid-range Inn at Camachee Harbor consists of 19 individually owned time-shares. Decor varies widely, but all units have mini-fridges, microwaves, coffeemakers, flat-screen TVs, and DVD players; some units have whirlpool tubs, private balconies, and marina views. Suites have kitchenettes and separate sleeping areas. While there is no street life in the immediate area, there are three restaurants within walking distance, and the ambience is peaceful. The hotel has a small pool, and a pleasant boardwalk that snakes through a lush garden.
A Victorian-era, Queen Anne-style bed and breakfast on the edge of the old city, the three-story upscale Kenwood Inn offers 13 individually decorated rooms, some of which have whirlpool tubs and wraparound balconies; all offer a pleasant, eclectic mix of antiques and modern decor, and some have fireplaces. The inn, which dates to 1865, has a small outdoor pool, and is near the heart of the action; it's about a seven-minute walk to the Lightner Museum, and two blocks from the waterfront on a quiet street lined with other rambling old houses. The affable owner serves a homemade breakfast daily, which is included in the room rate. Be aware that the inn can get overrun with group events, such as weddings, and guests might want to ask whether such events are scheduled at the same time as their planned visit.
A Victorian-era, Queen Anne-style bed and breakfast on the edge of the old city, the three-story upscale Kenwood Inn offers 13 individually decorated rooms, some of which have whirlpool tubs and wraparound balconies; all offer a pleasant, eclectic mix of antiques and modern decor, and some have fireplaces. The inn, which dates to 1865, has a small outdoor pool, and is near the heart of the action; it's about a seven-minute walk to the Lightner Museum, and two blocks from the waterfront on a quiet street lined with other rambling old houses. The affable owner serves a homemade breakfast daily, which is included in the room rate. Be aware that the inn can get overrun with group events, such as weddings, and guests might want to ask whether such events are scheduled at the same time as their planned visit.
The Old City House Inn and Restaurant, built in 1873 in the Spanish-Colonial Revival style, sits in the heart of the historic district, near Flagler College and the Lightner Museum. Constructed in stone and stucco and topped by a terra-cotta roof, this upscale bed and breakfast, wrapped in wood balconies and porches, has preserved its historic details. All seven rooms, which are somewhat small and perhaps a bit overstuffed, have their own mix of antiques. All come with private entrances, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi; some have mini-fridges and jetted tubs. Included in the room rate are a homemade breakfast and an evening glass of wine at the bar. The on-site restaurant serves lunch and dinner six days a week in an intimate atmosphere. The inn is on the sightseeing trolley routes, and this, coupled with its proximity to Flagler College and the downtown area, might make for some noise, especially in the evening. Travelers might want to check out the Kenwood Inn a few blocks away, which might be quieter.
The Old City House Inn and Restaurant, built in 1873 in the Spanish-Colonial Revival style, sits in the heart of the historic district, near Flagler College and the Lightner Museum. Constructed in stone and stucco and topped by a terra-cotta roof, this upscale bed and breakfast, wrapped in wood balconies and porches, has preserved its historic details. All seven rooms, which are somewhat small and perhaps a bit overstuffed, have their own mix of antiques. All come with private entrances, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi; some have mini-fridges and jetted tubs. Included in the room rate are a homemade breakfast and an evening glass of wine at the bar. The on-site restaurant serves lunch and dinner six days a week in an intimate atmosphere. The inn is on the sightseeing trolley routes, and this, coupled with its proximity to Flagler College and the downtown area, might make for some noise, especially in the evening. Travelers might want to check out the Kenwood Inn a few blocks away, which might be quieter.
This small, independently owned, two-pearl hotel is situated within walking distance of St. Augustine’s Old City. From simple rooms with microwaves and coffeemakers to Suites and split-level Townhomes with full kitchens, guests love the place. It's a curious hotel in many ways, though, as the look throughout is either dated, antique, vintage, or charming depending on who's doing the looking. Rates can be far lower than many area hotels, though the hotel offer no features beyond free Wi-FI and parking. For a value property with scenic river views, consider Edgewater Inn, located next to the Bridge of Lions.
This small, independently owned, two-pearl hotel is situated within walking distance of St. Augustine’s Old City. From simple rooms with microwaves and coffeemakers to Suites and split-level Townhomes with full kitchens, guests love the place. It's a curious hotel in many ways, though, as the look throughout is either dated, antique, vintage, or charming depending on who's doing the looking. Rates can be far lower than many area hotels, though the hotel offer no features beyond free Wi-FI and parking. For a value property with scenic river views, consider Edgewater Inn, located next to the Bridge of Lions.
