Recently visited the Nassau Inn during the Princeton University Graduation festivities. I attended a banquet dinner on the second floor of the Inn the evening of Memorial Day. I have been to the Nassau Inn previously, but never on the second level where this event was held. The second level has its own bar, and seating both inside of the dining rooms as well as near the bar in the form of chairs and couches. There is also access to an outdoor patio, with more seating, and views of the surrounding areas to take in. Very much enjoyed getting to hang out in this space, and use both the indoor and outdoor areas. The banquet room was set up well - it was not too crowded and felt like there was plenty of room to not sit and socialize. The buffet line was set up in its own room, which helped with the spacing of it all. I enjoyed the food served at the event. The buffet was accessible from both sides, so the line moved quickly. All of the items were good, but I enjoyed the salmon especially. This event sold drink tickets, and those could be redeemed at the bar right outside of the banquet rooms. The bartender was friendly and receptive to any requests. She was the only one, but there was never a long line. We were able to play some media during the event on a projector, and use the equipment on the premise. It all worked well and we had no issue. I am not sure if it is just because it was graduation weekend, or if the pricing is always the same, but it is somewhat pricy to host a banquet at this spot. It was nice, especially for a celebration such as graduation, but definitely a once-in-a-while event for most average folks as opposed to a regular spot. Enjoyed getting to enjoy a new area of the historic place in Princeton on this visit! I would recommend it if you are looking for an event space in the Princeton area! NOTE: This is an overall note of this area of Princeton, but parking is somewhat hard to come by. There is some street parking, but it is more reliable to park in a garage and make the short walk over to the Nassau Inn. read more

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The best known hotel at Princeton is, unfortunately, profoundly average. The place is kind of threadbare. It just seems like it had operated for so long as a monopoly that it doesn't know how to upgrade now that there is higher end competition in town. Rooms are perfectly adequate. Individual HVAC units below the window reminiscent of a motel that, at least in my case, we were sufficiently badly maintained that the noise of it turning on woke me up every time. The place is massively convenient and steeped in tradition and history... But don't expect anything special. The reviews definitely show it needs to step up its game, and further show that it apparently has chosen not to. read more

You couldn't ask for a better location in the heart of Palmer Square but the Nassau Inn would be instantly recognizable to our Founding Fathers as it is desperately in need of updating and new bedding. If this charmless colonial charmer were anywhere else you might easily mistake the accomodations for any random Motel 6. As they say location is everything. Barely two stars. read more

This hotel is clean and I appreciate that very much. I didn't have any issues. The staff is decent. The bar is pretty solid if you like the weird vibe of Princeton. read more

The building was old but not classy-old but out-dated old. There was no pool. But the location is nice and the staff is super friendly.

We stopped in the Yankee Doodle tap room for a beer or 2 last Sunday evening. I didn't look at the price for a pint of IPA, it was the highest price ever I paid, $12 a pint. We each had one and left. The place was dead. Lots of nicer and reasonable places nearby read more

I would give this hotel 5 stars for its location in Princeton - it's in Palmer Square, and close to a lot of dining and shops, as well as the university itself. However, I gave it 3 stars because based on the expensive room rate I paid, I did expect more: - There is no fridge. - The A/C does not work. - There is no security. Anyone can enter the elevator and go directly to your door. - Staff did not know when breakfast ends, and showed no interest in helping to find out. Some good things though: - I got free cookies and a bottle of water - there is a bathroom near the front desk for guests and non-guests - they have a restaurant in the hotel (Yankee Doodle Tap Room) read more

First time staying for a visit with friends and a memorial service. We usually stay at the Hyatt on the freeway, but, based on their winter special rates, decided to stay in the middle of downtown. A lot of negative reviews... maybe we just got lucky. Check-in was easy, let us know that they provide discount parking at 2 area garages. The place is dated, but that's also the charm...and you can't beat the location. Our room on the 2nd floor was small, but clean. Bed was really comfy and though we were overlooking the street, Princeton really rolls up the streets at night as it was perfectly quiet. We actually booked a king and were given a queen, only major negative. Shower had good pressure and plenty of hot water (you think that should be standard anywhere, but not always!!). The Inn has a really nice reading area above reception, really captures the period. All in all, walking distance to everything in Princeton, the Yankee Doodle Tap Room is perfect for a super casual lunch or dinner. Certainly not a 5 star hotel, but for convenience and if you take advantage of their specials, certainly worth the stay. read more

disgusting room was dirty. toilet was dirty. paint chips. broken drains and toilet. can't say enough read more

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The place is over-rated. Unresponsive front desk. Waste of time and money. Ignorant staff.

The PERFECT location to host a special event! I had my Bridal Shower here last Sunday January 14th and Roger the catering manager, Carly the Banquet Manager, and the entire staff servicing went above and beyond to help support! The day turned out wonderful! The space is so cozy, quaint, and beautiful! thank you! read more

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Bed was incredibly comfortable. I slept exceptionally well. Honestly I wish I could stayed a couple extra nights for this bed. Room is a bit dated but it added to the charm for me. I liked the suite style bedroom/living separation. No room service on Tuesday around 7 Pm; I think the restaurant was closed. This was a bummer, as I had planned to get it but didn't see if it was open in Tuesday (my fault but still bummed ha) Right in the middle of town but I didn't see anyone else mention that it's also literally next to Princeton. A block away, so if you're visiting Princeton, it's walking distance for sure. read more

Everything except the location requires revamp. Overpriced, long overdue for massive update, inconsistent rooms (our neighbors had mineral water-we had none). Not sure rooms are really clean. Would never stay here by choice read more

Location, location.....no other benefits. Plumbing doesn't work, tired, AV/on-demand doesn't work......convenient to Princeton, no others redeeming quality read more

What a dump! Old and tired and staff that is clueless! We checked in after an 8 hour travel day. Got to the room - toilet is running, damp, and won't flush. Shlep down, with our luggage, to the front desk. Oh sure...we'll get you a better room, with a great view. Back upstairs, with luggage, to a room a mile from the elevator, with a much smaller bathroom and a view of a construction sight (that was one of the benefits of the new room - the view). Wait, no bottles of water? Back to the front desk for two bottles. Back to the room. No ice bucket? Oh sure, we'll send one up. No top on it. And the ice is back at the elevators. The air conditioner? Every time it cycles, it emits a loud clunk - great for sleeping, right? I'm sure they have a captive audience based on location to the campus. It shows. This place needs new management, staff, and a major facelift. read more

My husband and I stayed here for a wedding over the weekend . The hotel is very cute and has historical charm . It was very convenient that the venue was on site with the hotel . My only compliant was that I called for linens late at night and no one came to give us fresh ones . It's a little pricey but it's a boutique style hotel right by the university , so I shouldn't be too surprised . read more

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Great diner in heart of Princeton. Stopped in for lunch after touring the university. Delicious, fresh food. The juices are amazing. Kris our server was so friendly and helpful! My only suggestion would be to have WiFi for the diners. My daughter and I were hoping to plan the next leg of our journey while eating, but couldn't without internet service. Overall fantastic place to grab a bite! read more

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Please don't stay here. They use Covid as an excuse to offer no service. What kind of hotel doesn't even have coffee available in the morning? At the prices they charge for what you get, other than location, they should be ashamed of themselves. Rooms are outdated and musty. Staff seems to be coasting. Next time will try Peacock Inn. read more

Came here for something business related and really enjoyed my stay! The location is excellent, the staff were pleasant, and the room was comfy. The restaurant connected with the inn was also pretty nice, with decent service and tasty food. All of that being said, I didn't have to personally pay for my room, and honestly, the price tag is kind of absurdly high. I can't really imagine staying here and paying ~$300+ a night, even though the location is extremely convenient. So taking into account the price, I have to lower my rating by a star. read more

Suffice it to say, the only thing this place has going for it is its location in the heart of Princeton. It's the only hotel in town and does not meet expectations. read more

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Every time I book in it's a wonderful experience. A home away from home , great location, parking and the staff treats you like family. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED especially when you need to go to Princeton University for gatherings. read more

Historic hotel. One of the two hotels by Princeton Univ. campus. I stayed here bc of the location in Palmer Sq. There are tons of places to eat and walk to nearby. The hotel is a bit dated: carpet, bedding, shower handle, elevator, and there is little cell phone reception. But the room and hotel were clean, everything worked, and it was a comfortable stay. I would stay again at the same price and if I had to be up somewhere in the morning. There was a special rate online when I booked through their website. Check-in desk people were friendly and helpful. The room I had was pretty wide. It had a king sized bed in it and plenty of space to move around. The desk is huge. The nightstands are a good size and appreciated. Nothing rolling off. I had to knock off a couple stars bc you cannot sleep in. The noise from construction comes right through the window where the ac unit is. They are blasting concrete and the traffic noise is also loud. I could hear a car honk and big trucks passing. Also, there are renovations within the hotel happening on the other side of my room. Also drilling noises like for screws into walls in the morning. Check-out is at 11am so that doesn't give you much time in the morning to do something and come back (unless you are a morning person). I feel stressed out. Parking decks nearby but not attached to the hotel. So don't pack too much stuff. You'd have to haul it all back and forth. Minor things: 1) There was water dripping around one of the handles of the bathroom faucet but amazingly, the water went down the sink instead of accumulating on the counter. It is also a fixable problem. 2) Only one electrical outlet spot open by the bed. It is behind the mattress under the headboard. Not easy to get to, and if you drop something, good luck. read more

Why is this place rated so low? Perfect location with clean facilities and nice linens and updated touches. We were here for a family event and had many rooms. We all would give a thumbs up. Thoughtful care at front counter with coffee shops and food a step away. read more

A beautiful place with great food, the Nassau Inn has small rooms that are clean and well-kempt. Oddly enough, the sinks are too high for the average person and there are no black-out curtains. Be prepared to find a lot of outside light coming into your room. The internet has issues. Thankfully, Rosie at the front desk put her exceptional customer service skills to use and saved the day. Her compatriot, Brookelynn was wonderful. Both were professional, sincere, and extremely helpful. read more

Stayed one night for a business trip. This was my third time staying at the Nassau Inn. Previous times, the overall experience was meh to okay (though, considering the high prices, this meant pretty poor value). This time was terrible overall, even without taking into account the insanely high prices. GOOD As always, the Nassau Inn has the best location for accommodations in all of Princeton. This won't change. There are no other hotels downtown and the very few AirBnBs near downtown are awful. Room was reasonably clean, though could have been better. BAD Had a room near the elevator and discovered that rooms are not at all soundproof. Blinds in the room were completely broken and wouldn't go down so, even though we got in late, we were woken up with the dawn. The facilities are in disrepair. There was clear water damage around the window frame (regret not snapping a photo) and pretty significant paint peeling/cracking in both the bedroom and the bathroom. Mattresses are very soft--this isn't necessarily bad since some folks might like that but if you've got any back issues, be warned. Prices were near $400 a night for a standard room, which is just absurd. You could get a MUCH nicer place in the heart of Manhattan for less. TERRIBLE Service was unbelievably bad. Our first interaction at the front desk was awful, with the person checking us in being shockingly hostile. I generally let things like this go because I've worked service jobs and know how draining they can be and how rude and unreasonable customers can be, especially at higher-price venues. It's normal to have bad days or be exhausted by clients. But the response we got from the employee at the front desk was shocking. It was the kind of attitude that, if you gave to someone on the street, you'd have to expect you might soon be throwing hands. Was provided no information about checkout/parking/breakfast/room location/etc. And questions to get that information were treated like a tremendous affront. Recommend staying at one of the places near the highway and just driving the extra bit into Princeton. read more

Don't waste your money! The place is a dump! Our sheets were not clean, smelled of Fabreze and bed sagged. Room service doesn't start till 10:30. If you have an issue no one will get back to you. Management is a joke! They get away with it because they are the only game in town. Much nicer hotels in the area and even if you Uber you will save a ton! Donna S read more

I have stayed here before and had a very pleasant experience but this time was awful because of the lady at the front desk. I was coming from a football game so I had a baseball cap and sweats on....she immediately treated me like a didn't belong at the hotel. She was extremely condescending. I had booked through Expedia and she acted like that was a problem. I will never go back and recommend folks stay far away from this place. Staying at a hotel should be relaxing not stressful read more

We ate a great meal in a awesome environment, old but amazing, a time we will never forget.

What's not to like about old world charm backed by an exceptional staff and located in the center of a beautiful vibrant town! Every year and for many years the lovely wife and I look forward to a massive corporate Christmas party here. This year there were over 200 attendees! We're talking a huge reception with every kind of horderves imaginable served both buffet style and by wait staff. Of course there was an open bar. This is followed by a multi-course plated dinner. As you might imagine this kind of event puts a tremendous strain on the staff of any venue. Every year we are "touched" by many types of staff. Bartenders, servers, bus persons, managers and others as well. There is only one word for these folks and that is exceptional! Kudos to management for a job well done. The food served this year was very good and far better than typical Christmas party fare. If you looked around the room at dinner you would see lots of smiling faces as folks savored each bite. Every year the spaces we use are beautifully maintained and decorated. If you like old historic buildings this is the place for you. If I was planning an event in the area these folks would be on my short list. read more

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Was here for a rehersal dinner over the weekend and had a pretty bad experience. First of all. I parked my car right out front and put quarters in the meter right away. Then ran up to the room to drop off my bags and came back out (it was pouring) to top off the meter to make sure I was okay until the 8pm timing and already had a ticket on my window...WTF? Then, I read what the ticket said and I think because my front wheels were slightly over the white lines...$40! I guess the town of Princeton is hating on my NY plates : ( ANYWAY...despite that lovely welcome...the food here was not so great. I ordered mushroom ravioli and they somehow managed to overcook the dish - I mean it was so dry that there was no sauce left on my plate. It was sad because I really wanted to like this place with all its history and the beautiful inside. However, my night was not so fun. Too bad. read more

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Great place to stay at, pricey but that's expected as to where it is located. The place is a classic and has a wide variety of food and options like throwing a wedding and such. Nice place to stay and enjoy a relaxing day read more

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Do not stay at this hotel. It is terrible! It's about the worst place I have ever stayed, certainly not worth the exorbitant price tag. I would have given a zero rating if possible. Zero for service, zero for cleanliness, zero for responsiveness, zero for ambiance, and zero for value. The only thing this place has going for it is the location right outside of Princeton University in Palmer Square. The staff are not knowledgeable, friendly or helpful at all. The front desk does not pick up the phone in a timely manner and when they do, they are uncaring and have a couldn't-be-bothered attitude. We actually had a cockroach in our room (picture included). I didn't want to make a huge ruckus so I simply called to say that we are leaving for the day so please make sure to deep clean the room to get rid of the critter. When we came back that night, the room cleaning was done but what did I find again in the bedroom--the cockroach!! I called the front (took 5+min for them to pick up, another 5+ min on hold) and asked them to change our room. They said they were full and couldn't do that. No solutions offered. I then said, please have someone come up to take care of the situation. They said they would inform the cleaning people. 10 min later, nothing. I called again and demanded someone come up. They said the cleaning people have to get something before coming up so they can take care of it. After another delay (all the while we are staring at the cockroach hoping it doesn't move!), 2 ladies show up with...gloves! No vacuum or anything that they "had to get." They did get the critter in the end but it was an ugly experience. At checkout I asked for the manager Kyle but he "was busy." I left him a message to call me back and am still waiting (several days later) for his call. Other notable mentions--gross maple sap smell in the room, hot water took a solid 5 min to show up, tiny (I mean tiny!) bathroom, vending machine "sold out" the entire stay, sullen and unhelpful staff...I could go on. Please save your money and more importantly, your peace of mind--I recommend you look elsewhere. Do not stay here! read more

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Very convenient place to stay when visiting Princeton. Within walking distance of restaurants and quaint shops and the university. Clean rooms, could use some updating. Convenient parking garage down the street (for $20). The restaurant/bar on the ground floor is historic, great breakfast! If it's nice weather you can eat safely on the outdoor patio. read more

Engineering keyed into our room without a knock at 5am opening the door and scaring the entire family. While using my foot to insure he wouldn't come in I asked how he was able to open the door he replied with a master key. While likely an honest mistake it was acknowledged by the front desk when we called immediately that he supposed to be a different floor and said they would call engineering. There was no check in back with us afterwards. During checkout my wife mentioned the evenings event to the front desk and received a response of "oh". I am surprised at the overall indifference of the staff. It was a big deal in our eyes.It concerns me the hotel did not seem similarly inclined at least to us. read more

Food was completely average,catering to a market of those who linger for other reasons. Very disappointing. French onion soup was as if yesterday's bread leftovers were soaked in a bit of broth with acres of cheap string cheese. Soggy and forgettable. I could say more, but why? It was disgusting. Not soup. Like a bowl of leftovers. Salads were unimaginative and forgettable. Like a bag of salad from local grocery store. Except they forgot which dressing suited which greens. Who wants to eat there if everything is focused on making you leave to rush on for the next table? Salads were drowsy, wilted, nothing. Burgers were served on forgettable overstuffed buns with average meat and no greens. Fries were droopy and oil soaked, not even hot, not even salty, so we left them. Honestly. What is going on there? Prices don't reflect the completely downmarket feeling. Insulting food. Service was trying their best, overwhelmed and short staffed. They are not to be blamed. But honestly? Will be another few years before we return. read more

i travel often. We had a family wedding here this past weekend and it way exceeded our expectations. The staff couldn't have been more accommodating, and went above and beyond to any of the guests with any special needs etc. The food was excellent. My bed was so comfortable I didn't want to check out The hotel is historic and has such wonderful charm. The Christmas decorations were the icing on the cake, its like a little hallmark town. And the Yankee Doodle tap room had the most delicious truffle fries and burgers. Can't wait to go back. Clean, comfortable and charming. Wonderful weekend and time had by all. read more

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I was in the Princeton area for business and got recommended the Nassau Inn. It is not a bad hotel but it feels quite outdated and not really a business hotel but maybe this is intentionally? The room was spacious and clean so I would say it meets the basic hotel standards, in addition, they have quite an array of bathroom amenities. However, the room feels old fashioned - in a tired way, not in a charming way! One of my pet peeves in hotels is that they have no electricity plugs near the bed for guests to use without moving a whole lot of furniture. The rooms in the Nassau Inn take this annoyance to the next level, they have no visible outlets in the room, not even next to the desk! Another remark is that I did not find all staff very hospitable. For starters, after I got seated in the breakfast area, I was ignored for 20 mins... Another example is that when my colleagues and I asked if we could use one of their meeting rooms after hours to discuss some business topics and the front desk staff could only give us an email address of a booking service which was closed so our immediate need was not resolved. Sure, the location is good but the execution of the customer experience at this hotel was average at best. Maybe I am being a bit harsh on the Nassau Inn but for my purposes it was just average... read more

Friends of ours had urged us to try to book a room at the Nassau Inn, when they heard we would be visiting in Princeton. They told us it was the best place to stay, if we liked wonderful service, great accommodations and wanted to be in the heart of downtown Princeton. The first time we visited, we tried to make a reservation, every room was booked. For this trip, we reserved a room a few weeks in advance and we had such an exceptional experience that we intend to make sure that we reserve we'll in advance of our future visits. Our room was spacious,very quiet, and surprisingly reasonably priced. The front desk's staff especially Brookelynn and Jessica Mount went out of their way to make us feel truly welcomed and pampered. The Inn doesn't have its own Parking lot but they have a great relationship with two nearby garages so it isn't a hassle looking for parking and it's also reasonably priced! They had great complementary coffee in the lobby and while I hear they offer great breakfasts, we did not dine in their restaurant. However, we are looking forward to many more opportunities to stay at the Nassau Inn! read more

Came here for a lunch with another couple. Palmer Square is a nice little center of town type of place. We parked in the garage around the corner - not Hulfish. Short walk to the Pub. The place is an old time Inn and Pub with a lot of history. It is quite large and folks were checking into the Inn as we arrived. We sat in a booth. Service was slow. Our server did not know what was running on tap. When I perused the beer menu she said that it was not correct and had to be changed. She asked what type of beer do I want and she would tell the bartender. I asked for a light Pilsner. Others got two gin mixed drinks and a Miller light. When my beer arrived it was an IPA. Our server was clueless regarding the beer, but pleasant. The place touts itself as a craft beer pub. Maybe if you sit at the bar and can see what is on offer and get what you order it could be a craft beer pub, but not today. To eat we got the crab corn avocado salads. Others got the plantain rice and a shrimp poke. Our crab salads were pedestrian. There was no comment from our friends on their dishes. We did not get dessert. We say: Food "c", Service "c", Ambiance "b", Value "b". Mark & Nancy. read more

You know how you go to a historic hotel full of hope that it's going to be really great and then it turns out to be a place that's been living off its reputation for far too long. Let's start with the price. It was advertised as $275/night. So, I booked a non-refundable room only to find out that something like another $150 in charges, "tax recovery and service fees" to stay in a room that is still using incandescent light bulbs that burn too dimly to read a book by and has no refrigerator where one can chill a bottle of wine. Seriously?! Princeton is a lovely town, and we're looking forward to touring the campus and eating a couple of good meals here. But, if I ever stay here again, it won't be in this place. read more