Staying at The Wildset Hotel for one night visiting from Washington, D.C., I enjoyed the overall experience. It's inside three historic buildings along the main street near the very posh Inn at Perry Cabin. The main building used to be a schoolhouse. Here's my overnight experience. 1) Check-In: The hotel communicated with me via text with clear instructions on how to check-in. I parked in the main building's lot and checked in inside their cafe/shop. My room with a king-sized bed was in The Brick House across the street from the main building. Even with a short line, I was in my room within minutes. 2) Rooms: My room came with a shared balcony overlooking the main street, a little fireplace, a comfy king-sized bed, good shower water pressure, towels, an iron and board, a TV, and free water and chips. The minimalist farmhouse look plays well inside the room. There are plenty of outlets and a shelf for my belongings. Two books came in the room for light reading. 3) Space: The main building has a little shop with local products, snacks, and more. There's also a coffee shop and their restaurant- Ruse. 4) Amenities: Each building has a free parking lot for guests. Breakfast is included each morning as are snacks in the room. Every evening, you can pick up a free s'more kit and roast marshmallows in the back firepit. The hotel offers free yard games and bikes for guests to use. 5) Service: The woman behind the front desk was friendly and helpful! Other reviews noted this, but the walls are thin. I could hear everything the guests next door to me were saying and doing- doors slamming, talking, everything. read more

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The Wildset is a fine, central option when staying in St. Michael's. It's minimalist-chic with a sort of rustic feel as well. Some of the staff are friendly, some are not. The main building is cute, with a lovely sundry shop and the hotel's restaurant, Ruse. We stayed in the building across the street. The room was fine, albeit small. I think I was expecting it to be more luxe. I really enjoyed the shower and the fireplace, which they had just turned on for the season. We noticed the vents were dirty and the filters needed cleaning, so even though everything else appeared clean, who knows what else they are missing. The bed and pillows were soft and comfortable. I appreciated the snacks and water. There was no sound proofing in the building, as I could hear doors slamming and conversations all night. And, a staff member walked into our room as we were getting settled. I definitely used my door jammer/alarm that night, because that was not good. The door didn't have an internal latch, peep hole, or do not disturb sign. However, this building was only accessible by keycard, which was good. Breakfast is included. There are pastry, granola, and yogurt options, plus coffee (they use Ceremony) and juice. I loved the savory biscuit, but get there early for that. I'd return, though I'd book a better room class than standard king, and perhaps that would improve my experience. However, my partner would not return. I hope they act upon their areas of improvement. read more

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Located in the heart of St. Michael's, The Wildset Hotel is a charming hotel that operated out of three main houses. The main lobby, is a beautiful craftsman with a big porch, twinkly lights, and patio out back with a bon fire, lounge chairs, and lawn games. The aesthetic is very millennial-coded with lots of Scandinavian, minimalist vibes. The room is large and comfy, we were housed in the Brick House and loved our little patio that allowed us to people watch off Talbot Street. Bed was soft and plush (I would lie down and disappear in the bedding). I loved all the different amenities at the hotel which included Grown Alchemist products, s'more packages to bring out to bonfire every night, cute little cruiser bikes to take out on the St. Michaels bike path, Mountain Valley spring water, and a continental breakfast with homemade granola and Ceremony coffee. The staff is absolutely lovely and the hotel restaurant Ruse was one of the best meals we had in a long time. Things that could have been better: + Hallway noise is super loud + The room and bathroom has almost zero storage space + There is a fireplace in the room, but it is not functional We stayed on a weekend during high season so prices were at a premium (nearly three times their weekday rate!). If you go on an off day, pricing is quite reasonable for the central location and relaxing vibe. Overall, I would recommend! read more

We loved everything about this place! We took a quick one night trip to Saint Michaels and did not book ahead of time. I had looked the place up online, but when I saw the sign out front and walked inside I wasn't sure if it was an actual hotel. You walk in to a small gift/coffee shop, and just passed that is the Ruse restaurant. We were shocked with how affordable the place was and we're able to get a room in the main building (there are multiple buildings that are part of the property, some of which are on the opposite side of the road) After check-in the hotel sent out a few text messages. One informed us of a fire pit that would be lit with free s'mores. Next to the fire pit in the back was cornhole boards, a couple other games and plenty of seating. There were bicycles available for use and a free breakfast in the morning (pastries, jams, yogurt and quiche) The room itself was gorgeous!!! If I had to pick one thing to complain about it would be the hall noise. You could hear every time someone walked by the room, but the rooms are so spread out that really didn't bother us at all. We have already recommended this place to friends and will definitely be back again. read more

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Pro's: Location, but then again St Michaels is tiny. Decor may not be for everyone, but the minimalist modern farmhouse vibe is appealing. Ruse restaurant on the main floor is very good. Con's: Unbelievably loud, be it adjacent rooms/guests, hallways, from the restaurant, etc., it's as if they never took into consideration the fact that as a hotel, you must make a concerted effort to do some kind of soundproofing (and rooms facing the main road, well forget it). Room (#203) layout is also a bit odd, no chairs or a desk area, just a long bench under a TV, and as others have pointed out, the bed frame is so oversized, you WILL whack a toe or shin on it, which isn't too enjoyable. This was the second time staying at Wildset, and will definitely be our last, as it's simply too loud (had to text the hotel to have them tell adjacent room guests to shut up after 11 pm our first night). And then the clincher was the morning after finally getting to sleep, after a decent continental breakfast offered by Wildset, and just hanging out in our room, a hotel employee barged in, without knocking, despite us NOT requesting room cleaning (we had one more day staying at Wildset btw)....luckily we were both dressed, but we've NEVER experienced anything like that at a hotel....bizarre. read more

We really enjoyed our long-weekend stay in the main building of this beautiful hotel. (There are 3 buildings in total.) The decor is bright and minimalist, which we found very relaxing. However, it does mean that there are not enough hooks in the bathroom. More important, there is no chair in the room (just a padded shelf over the 2 drawers), and no lounge area on the main floor. The included breakfast was also quite simple, but adequate and delicious. And the espressos which one can buy at reception (where there is also a little store) were the best coffee we found in town. Good location, very friendly staff. read more

Great place! Loved our stay here. There are 2 buildings so make sure you know in which one your room will be before you unload everything from the car. You'll have to load up again and drive across the street. Super cute, nice and friendly staff. Very clean and well maintained and they stay in touch with you through out the day. read more

Great hotel! I really like this place and all the staff have been awesome. We will definitely be coming back very soon! read more

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I really wanted to love this place. The decor is wonderfully minimalistic, the service is impeccable, and the location is perfect. The noise level ruined it for me. The flooring is 100% hardwood and every noise from the restaurant carries. People pulling their luggage down the hall sounds like it's right next to you. The bathrooms for the restaurant is in an open hallway and you hear all of the chatter and boisterous conversation until 10pm(or later). I just don't enjoy hearing my neighbor's conversations, tv, and shower at 5 am. They truly need to invest in some sort of sound barrier or insulation. read more

Wonderful service and atmosphere at this downtown St Michael's hotel/B&B. Walking distance to all attractions, dining and shops. The happy hour at Ruse was amazing. The oysters were great, especially when served with $3 miller high life's. The hotel room was spotless and hotel staff were very accommodating. This is now my #1 preferred stay in the area. read more

I can't believe the reviews I've read about this hotel, did I stay at the same hotel? The room decor is vey minimal at best with absolutely no charm. The front desk staff, one in particular were not welcoming to the point of rudeness. we stay in the bldg across the street with parking in the rear so if you needed to access your car you had to walk through a grassy area that was muddy. We weren't informed about bikes or any other amenities which weren't many. The breakfast was the same both mornings which was quiche , fruit, yogurt , granola and a few pastries. When I asked a service member if the quiche was cold she said "that's the way it's served ". Value is not on point with price and they even charge a amenity fee of $20 per day. will not be returning. read more

This place has class & charm, comfort & beauty, history and cleanliness all rolled into one lovely establishment here in the heart of St. Michael's. My partner and I were lucky to be among the first guests to stay at this newly opened gem, and as such we were greeted by friendly and attractive staff who were helpful, personable, and attentive to our needs. We woke up well-rested and relaxed on our balcony, which overlooks a luscious garden. We listened to a chorus of birds greet the morning sun while we sipped espresso. The comfort this hotel provides and the serenity of its surroundings really does it for us. It has the quaint charm of a traditional bed and breakfast, but still offers all of the accommodations that one can expect from a luxurious hotel. Steps away from cute local shops, museums and restaurants, yet quiet and peaceful and restorative. We are grateful to have found this place and we are eager to share our wonderful experience with others! Thanks Wildset! We will most definitely be back when we need to recharge our batteries. read more

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We had an amazing stay at the Wildset for a long weekend. Everything about this hotel led to a relaxing and serene weekend with family, including our two young kids (3 and 1). The design is beautiful and provides a sense of calm. The staff is wonderful. Super friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the morning breakfast, grabbing it and sitting at different places on the property while our kids played. Evening s'mores were a hit with the kids as well and we're a good end to long days exploring St. Michaels and surrounding areas. We'll definitely be back here again! read more

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Stayed at Wildset on a weeknight. A great experience, fantastic location and thoughtful attention to details. Friendly staff. Complimentary room snacks (spring water, chips) and a light breakfast. The room was bright, airy and clean. Our room was across the street from the main building. All looked very new and well kept. We would definitely stay there again. read more

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We checked in to this modern and relaxed hotel and fell in love Check in was easy and we welcomed by a very friendly staff member. When you first walk in, there is a cute little shop with unique items, that match the aesthetic of the hotel. It was modern but still embraced the towns' historic culture. It had a touch of rustic, but still chic, decor. It appeared to be a historic building, renovated and remodeled, and it was done with finesse. We noticed that there were multiple buildings. We decided to stay in the main one were the restaurant, Ruse, was located however. We had dinner reservations and it truly made the entire experience extraordinary. When we entered the room I automatically felt comfortable. The room was delicately decorated so there were minimal distractions. It promoted a peaceful setting for us. The king size bed was plush with lots of pillows and of course I had to test it. By far one of the most comfortable beds I've found in a hotel. We noticed the bathroom almost immediately with a beautiful large shower that had great smelling shampoo, conditioner and body wash. The focal point for us however, was the beautiful freestanding soaking tub. (We we're happy about it not being a jetted tub since they gross us out) The room was spacious with an open/airy feel. There was a huge sliding glass door that lead to a balcony. It was spacious and offered an intimate setting to enjoy some cocktails before going to dinner. The room was exceptionally clean, minimalistic but with added pops of character. (Fireplace, bench seats, Bose speaker/charging port) Outside, they offered s'mores kits to enjoy the large fire pit. They actually send you a text to remind you that they offer this which was a nice added touch. When we went out there we witnessed multiple couples/groups gathered around the large fire pit raving about the restaurant and the town. This was very nice to be a part of. It felt nostalgic, comfortable and unique. This added amenity seemed to unify the guest and honestly you just don't see that much these days. I'm the morning, the lobby is filled with fresh, individually wrapped, blueberry muffins and a variety of coffee/tea. Great for grab and go or to enjoy on the wrap around porch. This hotel set a precedent for us and we will most definitely be raving about this to all of our friends and family. If you're looking to escape and rejuvenate, you will not find a place that will promote that more organically. read more

This hotel is absolutely amazing, we have never been to St. Michaels or the Wlidset Hotel. We usually go to Cape May or New England towns. We were recommended and used Hotels.com to book the reservation. The Hotel is beautiful, staff is extremely friendly, room/ bed are very comfortable and aesthetically beautiful. We will be back again soon. read more

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Cute concept but hallway noise/bad acoustics ruined it for me. Could hear man in room next door snoring too! Best part of stay was dinner at Ruse-which was unique with great service. read more

A charming new hotel in St. Michael's with an amazing restaurant on site-- The Ruse. Everything was perfect. The rooms are relaxing, cozy and not overdone. Staff was super friendly and helped my partner and I when our car refused to start. Dinner was one of the best meals of the year. Fire pit with schmores kit provided by hotel. Relaxing little balcony. A light country style breakfast in the morning. A tv with like 1000 channels to peruse. Can't wait to return. (Only complaint was the super wet lawn you have to cross to get down to the fire pit. Not sure if there is a broken pipe) read more

Beautiful hotel! The hotel staff here are outstanding and the manager Julie is what will make me and my family stay here again and again... to Aside from the location being minutes away from every activity you could think of in town the way hotel is setup is convenient for you yo stay in the hotel and enjoy a stay cation onsite The fire pit out back is a nice touch. The restaurant is also great. Giving this hotel 5 stars because 10 is not an option. read more

The Wildset is a new hotel that overbooked and cancelled our reservation at the last minute. After asking around locally, we found numerous identical complaints of other reservations cancelled under a rotating selection of excuses. The truth of the matter is probably this: they have unfinished units they had hoped would be ready for the opening and have instead relied on imaginary floods, gas leaks and every other manner of last minute near-disaster as cause for cancellation. Who knows, maybe they really are just snake bitten. What I can say with 100% certainty is that in our case they provided very little notice, were incredibly unhelpful in finding alternative lodging, supremely unapologetic, and lied about efforts to contact us...the time stamp on phone calls and voicemails is so easy to verify - why lie about that?! When I confronted them in person they doubled down on their extreme weather story, claiming that "people were literally kayaking down main street"...a completely untrue and demonstrably false account that our friends who got in a day earlier than us (and were staying there as well) disputed outright. When the Wildset told us they had tried their best to find us alternative lodging and came up empty, another local business helped us find several options within minutes. A quick online search also showed a number of available options, making it clear once again that little or no effort had actually been made to help us find a hotel room less than 24 hours before our cancelled stay. I was offered a glass of wine and complimentary use of their fire pit when I raised these concerns with the manager. I know it is a new business, but it does not seem possible that everyone who works there is new to the hotel industry? Or to being a human being?? When they said they hoped to have me back as a customer someday I thought I might have an aneurysm. read more

Very poor customer service, which management will need to change if they are to expand and attract more (and return) customers. We had a death in the family and had to cancel our stay. When we tried to reschedule, they exhibited zero flexibility in rebooking and told us our minimum stay would now be three nights, which it was not when we first booked. To be clear - they have rooms available, and simply won't be flexible in their scheduling. Tip to management - having rooms that look like they're out of a Parachute magazine is not sufficient, if this place is to succeed; your service must be stellar as well. While I was excited at the prospect of a St Michaels hotel within close distance to DC, I will not be rebooking, nor will I recommend it to other locals as a weekend getaway. read more

Very interesting reviews below...we COMPLETELY enjoyed our stay at The Wildset a few weeks ago. The most comfortable beds in hotel history! Isn't that really what it's all about when you're not in your own bed? EXCELLENT products for showering, too. Everyone at the property was as nice as could be. Highly recommend! read more

The Wildset at St. Michaels, MD, is where Paulette and I stayed for three days on our 15th anniversary. The bare-tabled lobby epitomized The Wildset's uncomfortable ambiance and disappointing customer service: 1. No housekeeping was provided in our room. 2. Stark black and white color decor was evident everywhere, including in our room (no artwork on walls, no chairs, no sofas, no flowers, no furniture, etc.). 3. A stale muffin in a bag on the lobby table was the so-called daily "Continental Breakfast." 4. A pocket-sized Kleenex was all that was put in our room. 5. A bottle of champagne promised to us for our anniversary was never provided. 6. No chair, lamp or mirror were in our room. Just one of the two small wall lights (i.e. bare 40-watt light bulbs) worked. 7. The so-called "Deck View" from our room overlooked three neighboring rooftops. 8. Low shower, sink and bath water pressure existed in the bathroom. All of the above for a nearly $400 per day stay. Needless to say, we will not be back to The Wildset. PS-- We love St. Michaels. We will return, but will stay somewhere else. read more