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    4.9 (52 reviews)
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    This was our first time staying at a B & B. After reading other reviews & viewing photos we chose the Fat Duck Inn. It did not disappoint! Tim & Kim are wonderful & knowledgeable hosts. The place is so clean you could eat off the floor. The bed was comfortable & a perfect place to lay your head. The breakfast was spectacular! I ate it so fast that I didn't get a pix lol! Had the smoked brisket hash, caprese toast, buddy love sandwich & the pork Chile verde omelette. Seriously, they were all amazing but I could have eaten that hash all day! They had great recommendations for local wine & food! We thoroughly enjoyed Brasserie! The Inn is a perfect location to stroll downtown by foot for wine flights/tastings or venture out in your own vehicle for a wine tour. The Fat Duck Inn also offer in house wine tours & dinners. Note to self for next time. Enjoyed our first trip of hopefully many! Great way to spend our anniversary! Cheers Todd & Leah

    Menu for the Night
    Jane F.

    I didn't stay at the Fat Duck Inn, so this review is strictly for the dinner experience. One of the most amazing dinners you can have! Very different from all other "fine" dining restaurants I have experienced. Definitely not for people who do not like to socialize with other people. Fat Duck Inn offers a farm to table dinner for up to 16-18 people only. Reservations are definitely required, so don't forget to call them early! Upon making a reservation, Cynthia, the innkeeper/owner/chef's wife, asked for a credit card, because if you don't show up, they will charge you. She let us know to be there between 6-6:30pm...I thought that was a little weird since I didn't get to pick my own time (newbie for the whole b&b style thing!). Got there around 6:30 pm and was greeted by the wine maker's wife, Amy from Balboa Winery. As soon as you step in you get your first wine/food pairing and can immediately socialize with people (almost like a house dinner party). We were waiting for a few more people to arrive before being able to sit at the table. The courses came out at a slow pace allowing the winery to explain the wine. Everyone would oo and ahh at each course and discuss the food. Super awesome for foodies! The food throughout was super fresh. I just have to say that the portions could've been a tad bigger. Regardless, the ingredients were fresh and succulent...always craved more after eating the course. I was a little underwhelmed by the lemon and goat cheese tart; other than that it was a wonderful experience. (Oo, we got to meet Chef Rich after the dinner) Another thing to note is, they never asked if we had any dietary restrictions..so I don't think they deviate from their menu - please ask when you make a reservation! I highly recommend this experience for anyone who has not done so. Awesome! Happy Eating!

    Our last night at the Fat Duck Inn
    Leslie E.

    Cynthia and Rich run the Fat Duck Inn and really make it feel like home. we stayed three nights and were genuinely sad to say goodbye to Rich and Cynthia. Rich's breakfasts are amazing - muffins, frittatas, fresh fruit and vegetables. Plus they do a dinner every Friday and Saturday night that is divine!! It is fun to meet all the dinner guests, some of whom aren't staying at the Inn but have just come for the dinner. We loved talking to Rich and Cynthia and playing with the Inn mascot, Annie the Yorkie! Cynthia really makes it feel like a home away from home!

    Dusti U.

    TEN STARS! This is hands down the best Bed and Breakfast experience I have ever had. What makes this place stand out above the rest? They truly embrace the service aspect of this business. They go out of their way to not only make you feel like a guest but family. In this industry it can be very hard and they did it very well. The Inn has 5 rooms with lots of space in each room. Breakfast is made by Rich who by the way is a Chef so as you can imagine the food is unlike any typical breakfast you will have. I don't eat cherry tomatoes or mushrooms and I didn't blink an eye when it was served because I knew it was going to be absolutely delish. And it was. They had fantastic recommendations on restaurants and must see wineries/tasting rooms. It is roughly 6 blocks to downtown Main Street, and is nestled in a historic neighborhood with unique homes. Rich will visit a local farm called Froghollow Farm for his weekly meals, so we decided to check it out and Amy was fantastic. Freshly picked fruit and veggies just waiting for you! Give the Fat Duck Inn a try, I promise you will be back. I am already planning my next visit!

    Breakfast in garden

    Overall our stay was incredible! The Inn was easy to find, though I didn't expect it to be located in a beautiful tree lined, manicured-sidewalk, quiet street. We were personally greeted at the front door by the owners/husband-and-wife team, Kim and Tim. Their warm welcome caught us by surprise, a pleasant one. Their home is a well kept craftsman house with modern features and modern touches. Coffee, teas, homemade treats, other snack and drink options are available to guest at all time. Breakfast was made to order and scrumptious. It was a warm sunny morning - ideal to enjoy coffee, freshly squeezed juices and of course the gourmet food made by Tim. The room is very clean and has everything you'd need for a comfortable and restful stay. Our room was quiet at night which we appreciate after a long drive from the day before. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at FDI. Tim and Kim are the type of hosts who would go out of their ways to make their guests are well taken care of (and well-fed!). We'll be back

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    The GG Mansion & Inn - Newly remodeled chef kitchen

    The GG Mansion & Inn

    4.9(21 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    What went well? EVERYTHING!!!!!!!!!! Karrie was nothing but…read moreamazing!!! We had an absolutely wonderful time there with Karrie and could not more highly recommend the Green Gables of Walla Walla

    My wife, Lily, and I finally vacationed in Walla Walla to enjoy the amazing regional wines for her…read morebirthday week. We smartly chose to stay at the GG! Karrie, the owner, innkeeper extraordinaire, chef, driver, travel agent, and woman known about town, must have spent no fewer than 40 hours planning and taking care of us. She booked us in the LV suite with fine linens, pillows, towels, robes, and bath products surrounded by tasteful antiques and a balcony looking over some of her gardens. The quiet and romantic setting created a perfect getaway for us. We enjoyed breakfast on the front porch with fresh-pressed coffee, homemade local berry scones. In four wonderful days, Karrie introduced us to each of the 6 wine regions! Just off the plan in Walla Walla, we started in the Airport District. The GG is a short walk from the Downtown District where we dined each evening in a gastronomic delight of restaurants and flavors and wines of course. Karrie packed lunches for us with private reservations of some of the finest wineries. We experienced the regional "terroirs" of the Districts in the Westside, Southside, the Rocks of Milton-Freewater AVA in Oregon, and finally on the Westside before heading back to the airport. She privately engaged us with local artists and the winemakers with private tours. This may sound busy, but the experience was relaxing and memorable. Walla Walla is a must for wine lovers, but Karrie made all the difference in creating a tailor-made holiday for us Texans! Patrick Choosing to stay at the GG netted us a highly personalized first visit to Walla Walla. Karrie went to great lengths to ensure our experience was superiorly comfortable and she homed in on our preferences and desires to elevate and enhance our "jouissance" in delectable wines and exceptional dining experiences. The home, nestled on a shady tree-lined street, beckoned for strolls after breakfast or a quick walk to town to visit Walla Walla's finest shops. La vie est bonne! Lily

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    The GG Mansion & Inn - Newly remodeled chef Kitchen

    Newly remodeled chef Kitchen

    The GG Mansion & Inn - New remodeled chef kitchen

    New remodeled chef kitchen

    The GG Mansion & Inn - Our newly decorated foyer

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    Our newly decorated foyer

    Maxwell House Bed & Breakfast - Biking from Penny's House!

    Maxwell House Bed & Breakfast

    4.9(19 reviews)
    0.7 mi

    There aren't enough stars for Penny at The Maxwell House! Her bed and breakfast is located…read moreconveniently situated to downtown Walla Walla's Main Street - where you can ride your bikes to all the tasting rooms! You will need to drive to the estate wineries - but exploring Main street is a FLIPPIN' BLAST- especially on bikes! Penny is a delight! She is so knowledgable about where to go and knows everyone in town. She is so thoughtful and has thought of every detail for her guests. Her bathroom is stocked with beautiful lavendar bath salts and lotions! The place smells like fresh baked cookies, probably because she just baked them! She has coffee service set out and her etiquite is from the 'good ol' days' so you feel kinda spoiled using a teacup with a nice little spoon to stir your milk that you have poured from a petite milk creamer jar. Penny takes care of the entire place and you can tell she puts her heart into it. Penny cooks a lavish breakfast every morning. Save up your calories for her breakfast. Her beds and bedding are very comfortable....and so so much lovelier than staying at a hotel. My husband and I have come to love Penny and have been staying there for three years. She is now like family to us! She deserves ONLY good people staying here, so if you are a good, decent, kind person, you should stay at Penny's Maxwell House!

    My husband and I stayed here in the "Ravishing Rose" room during the week after our wedding. We…read morehad a great time! The house itself is a period piece full of cool antiques - in a "wow, that's an awesome spindle" type of way, not in a "crap, what if I touch something and break it?" way. The room where we stayed was very comfortable and had an awesome claw-footed bathtub. There were bicycles available, which we unfortunately didn't take advantage of during our stay. Every morning, we were served an amazing homemade breakfast (usually involving fresh fruit) on gorgeous china by the innkeeper, Penny, who is also one of the sweetest women you'll ever meet. If you're looking for a relaxing weekend or mini-vacation, I highly recommend checking out the Maxwell House!

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    Maxwell House Bed & Breakfast - Penny - the beautiful owner of The Maxwell House!

    Penny - the beautiful owner of The Maxwell House!

    Maxwell House Bed & Breakfast - Breakfast at Penny's

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    The Barn B&B Walla Walla - A view of the bathroom of a typical suite. The bathroom looks out into a private garden with a second, outdoor hot water shower!

    The Barn B&B Walla Walla

    5.0(7 reviews)
    7.5 mi

    As a former award winning innkeeper I'm fussy.....the place offers genuine hospitality. I could…read moreimprove nowt! The place ain't cheap but it offers outstanding value..... it over delivers and exceeds expectations, All those who have passed before state everything that you need to know. The Granary is the room to book and the outdoor shower is wonderful. Great linen on the bed, robes, lots of refreshments available within the room, relaxing pool and hot tub...all they need is a dog to keep me company and I'd stay for two weeks! I'm a fussy bugger and I could not find anything that could be improved. Spotless clean inside the room, in the garden and in the communal areas. Enough said.....Book it and enjoy the air miles that you can earn with your credit card reservation expenditure. I did......

    The Barn B&B and its owners, Anand & Naina, exceeded our expectations in every way! All the…read morereviews are spot on, and the absolute focus on the smallest of details is what sets this beautiful B&B apart. The level of service began before we even arrived. Detailed emails with recommendations and suggestions for the area (since we had never been to Walla Walla) were so helpful and guided us in our planning. The service just continued as Anand & Naina greeted us with a welcome glass of wine and a personalized tour of their property. They do such an amazing job of incorporating all of their travels and experiences around the world into a beautiful melting pot of décor and cuisine. The entire property is so elegantly classic! Everything is spotless and immaculate, but with with such an ease that you feel right at home. The pool and hot tub were a wonderful refuge and perfectly heated. Our Vinefera suite was beautifully appointed and the custom, hand-painted mural (by Naina) above the bed was stunning! The outdoor shower and zen garden are a MUST to experience. The bed and linens were so comfortable . . . I literally could have stayed for weeks. Our morning breakfasts were nothing short of a delicious 3 course meal . . . literally! An example . . . Greek yogurt fruit parfaits for our opening course, to a veggie frittata for our main, followed by a chocolate bread pudding to finish the experience. Their and their entire staff's love is evident in the food and service they provide. We were celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary on this trip, and Anand and Naina joined in our celebration by surprising us at breakfast (in front of the other guests) with a gift and a special bottle of Bellini on ice from their favorite establishment in Venice, Italy. The genuine thought and care brought tears to my husband and I's eyes! We enjoyed sitting around the firepit at night, sharing one of Anand's favorite bottles of wine, watching the huge moon rise above the pond, and talking of our families . . . connecting like old friends. As we departed, they again personally met to see us off . . . freshly baked cookies in hand for our drive. IT'S IN THE DETAILS, AND ANAND AND NAINA HAVE HEARTS OF GOLD AND KNOW HOW TO HIGHLIGHT THE DETAILS . . . we will return!!!!

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    The Barn B&B Walla Walla - Julian's Hall: the dining room. Also the guest hang-out space,

    Julian's Hall: the dining room. Also the guest hang-out space,

    The Barn B&B Walla Walla - The Loess Suite

    The Loess Suite

    The Barn B&B Walla Walla - Interior of The Granary, round walls because it's inside what looks like a grain silo on the outside.

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    Interior of The Granary, round walls because it's inside what looks like a grain silo on the outside.

    Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center - Newly renovated space at The Marc Restaurant

    Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center

    3.6(219 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$$

    Our daughter and son-in-law celebrated both their wedding and reception at The Marcus Whitman, and…read moreit truly was a fantastic experience. From our initial meeting with Kristin, the Sales and Event Manager, the process began smoothly with a tour of the venue and setting the date. She organized a wonderful food tasting at The Chef's Table, allowing us to sample and choose the ideal menu for the occasion. As the big day approached, Kristin met with us regularly to finalize important decisions, documenting every detail and providing thorough plans that included a precise schedule and room layouts for the wedding day. On the day itself, Kristin's support and organization was unwavering - starting with escorting the bride from the suite to the ceremony and ending with making sure there were snacks available for late-night dancers - she ensured everything went smoothly from start to finish. The whole team was friendly and performed excellently. We'd like to acknowledge the chefs, servers, bartenders, and everyone involved in preparing each room and the dance floor. The day exceeded our expectations, and everyone provided outstanding service. Thank you!

    Location! Location! Location! The Marcus Whitman Hotel is nicely located in downtown Walla…read moreWalla, well within walking distance to numerous tastings rooms, restuarants & bars, and shops! If you want to stay at a hotel with old world charm, MW is where it's at!!! The lobby is quite grand, and check-in was easy and looks like those old school hotels with cubbies for the hotel keys. There's even some Telephone booths right by the check-in counter. And it's dog friendly!!! I saw a few pooches during my short stay. My room was located in the West Wing - so the newer wing attached to the Conference Center, but they still kept the old world charm in the room with cool decorations. For whatever reason, I may have booked an ADA room, but that also means my bathroom was huge! And I didn't feel it compromised the size of the bedroom. Parking was free, it did have an overflow area close to the Conference Center. The staff I encountered were pleasant and helpful. I would definitely stay here again!

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    Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center - Newly renovated lobby space at The Marcus Whitman

    Newly renovated lobby space at The Marcus Whitman

    Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center - Cool antique phone by the Conference Center

    Cool antique phone by the Conference Center

    Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center - Another seating area next to the lobby.  The fireplace makes it so cozy.

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    Another seating area next to the lobby. The fireplace makes it so cozy.

    Hampton Inn & Suites Walla Walla - Guest room

    Hampton Inn & Suites Walla Walla

    3.9(56 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    I stopped here and spent one night on a work road trip. I usually fly in and out, but we drive a…read morelong way and had a reservation here. Staff were friendly and out rooms were clean. I wish we'd spent more time here. We did a quick wine tour and it's a lovely area. I would not hesitate to stay at this hotel if I came back.

    I honestly cannot remember the last time I stayed at a Hampton Inn but this one in Walla Walla was…read morean unexpected win. Walla Walla is beautiful wine country but still very much a small town. There is not really a full service hotel here except for the Marcus Whitman which was sold out. After a bad pre arrival experience with the Courtyard by Marriott we chose the Hampton because it is pet friendly. It is a little farther from the action, about a seven minute drive to Main Street where most of the tasting rooms, shops and restaurants are, but you need to drive to most wineries and activities anyway so it is not a bad location at all. Service here was excellent. When my husband did not like the first room we were given they moved us to a suite and that was definitely the right call for the extra space with the dogs. They were also very responsive. We had an issue with our AC which is a must have in the summer and they stopped by a couple of times to make sure it was working right. That kind of follow up really stood out. This place is very dog friendly. The dogs got treats at check in and they were able to put us on the first floor near an exit for quick trips outside. There is even a huge off leash dog park right across the street which was a big bonus. It is newly renovated and feels fresh. The area seemed safe and we left our car in the open lot without any problems. The amenities include an outdoor pool, a nice fitness center which I used every day, and the classic Hampton breakfast that in my opinion is better than Courtyard, Fairfield Inn, or SpringHill Suites breakfasts. We stayed for a week, part work and part vacation, the days I had to work I had zero issues with wifi, and for a limited service property it really does have a full service feel. I would happily come back if I ever made the long drive to Walla Walla again, though that is a big if.

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    Hampton Inn & Suites Walla Walla - Guest room

    Guest room

    Hampton Inn & Suites Walla Walla - Guest room bath

    Guest room bath

    Hampton Inn & Suites Walla Walla - Guest room

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    Guest room

    Best Western Plus Walla Walla Suites Inn

    Best Western Plus Walla Walla Suites Inn

    3.5(51 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$

    Because of our last wonderful experience, I booked this hotel again for helping my son move into…read morehis college dorm. Due to the college move in timing, all the hotels and AirBnB rates were very high. Best Western was still the best deal among all the options. However, as soon as we arrived, we realized that it was under sort of construction. Not sure what they were doing, but I saw they painting the exterior walls. Therefore all the windows were blocked, which was fine since we were busy with moving anyways. Maybe due to the hot weather, this time we got so many flies. The flies came into our room, the breakfast room, and everywhere you can think of. If there were only a few flies, it wouldn't bother us much, but there were quite a few. We didn't have this issue when we were there in April. One more issue was that the internet WiFi service sucked this time. We barely could get connected, so we basically had to use our data. It wasn't convenient. I did bring this up to the front desk at the time of check out. They told us that they were in the middle of changing the providers so hopefully the situation would improve once they complete the change. Other than flies and WiFi, I am satisfied with the service and the spacious room. The staff was still friendly as before. It was generally pleasant to stay in this hotel.

    We were on our motorcycles and stopped in to rest. We got a room on the first floor, and that was a…read morebig mistake.. We were awake all night long the walls here are paper thin.. and the air conditioning sounds like a helicopter. Apparently it is college week and wine tasting.. so we got no sleep and paid $250 for our room. Ask the staff if we could have a late check out and we have inquired the rudest staff we have ever dealt with.. I do not recommend

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    Best Western Plus Walla Walla Suites Inn
    Best Western Plus Walla Walla Suites Inn
    Best Western Plus Walla Walla Suites Inn

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