Unfortunately, after many wonderful visits at The Lily Inn over the years, I feel that I have to…read moredowngrade to 3 stars The shower just wouldn't get hot, there was 1/8 roll of toilet paper - and no backup roll in the room. They don't keep the street out front clean now and there was litter. It's a VERY charming place if you like that sort of thing but we wound up cutting our stay there short and going to The Hampton Inn nearby

I've been having a hard time writing this review. I have really mixed feelings about my experience…read moreat The Lily Inn. I'll start with the pros: The Inn itself was beautiful and charming. It's 3 floors, with a sitting room, dining room, and kitchen on the first floor. A hangout room on the 2nd floor and bedrooms on the 2nd and 3rd floor. There was an issue with the room we originally booked, and Candace upgraded our room for us.l before we even arrived. Our new room was great. It had two parts to it, a king-size bed, futon, and a beautiful bathroom. Candace and the Inn were also accommodating , as we booked on a third party site not realizing kids under 8 were not allowed and they allowed us to bring our 1 year old (he loved the place, too, btw). The bed portion of our bed and breakfast experience was wonderful. The con would have to be the breakfast part. So, first, we should have read their website before booking, as it does state that they serve continental breakfast during the week, and we stayed on a Monday night. As disappointed as we were, that's on us. However, what we were served wasn't even that, in my opinion. There were muffins, some grab and go granola bars, oatmeal packets, and some fruit (apples and tangerines). We were pretty disappointed in the spread. The breakfast options also stayed out all day and also played the roll of the snacks they offered. So when we arrived, the blueberry muffins and granola bars were out in the kitchen to take. We were offered the same thing for breakfast the next morning. Another reviewer stated that this felt more like an AirBnB, and I agree. I think one of the special aspects of a bed and breakfast is not only the charming atmosphere (check, they got that right) but receiving a nice breakfast in the morning. I get weekdays can be slow, so I can forgive a continental breakfast, but there should at least be some yogurt or toast or bagels or something. So, we will settle on 3 stars. The bed portion was a 4/5 star experience, but the breakfast was a 1.

There's no better way to experience LBI than at the Sand Castle! Situated at the very north of the…read moreisland, you can experience beautiful sunrises over the ocean and amazing sunsets over the bay. The owner, Audrey, pays attention to every detail to make sure you have the perfect stay. And the breakfasts are incredible! If you want to really get away and relax for a few days, the Sand Castle is the place to go, any time of year.

We stayed at the Sand Castle Bed and Breakfast for our honeymoon and had an absolutely wonderful…read moretime. It's hard to choose the best part--the breakfast each morning was out of this world, our Beachcomber room was incredibly comfortable, and even with a week of rain and fog, there was no shortage of things to do. Since we took our honeymoon a year and a half into our marriage, we decided to renew our vows, and thanks to the incredible kindness of the innkeepers, it became a truly special moment. Brian and Audrey went above and beyond to make our renewal ceremony unforgettable--Audrey provided us with a beautiful bouquet and sparkling cider, while Brian officiated on the rooftop. Their warmth and hospitality made our trip feel magical, despite the weather. We're already looking forward to returning in the summer to fully enjoy the pool and rooftop under sunnier skies. In the meantime, the cozy lounge, endless games, books, puzzles, and thoughtful amenities ensured that every moment was enjoyable. The plush robes, 24/7 tea, coffee, and hot chocolate, delicious food, bikes, and even the beach towels and chairs made us feel completely taken care of. Sand Castle truly offers everything you could want in a getaway, and we can't wait to come back! This was hands-down the best experience we've ever had at a place we've stayed, and we wouldn't change a thing.

I should preface this review by saying that in another life, I will come back as a professional B &…read moreB traveler and reviewer. I have stayed in countless B & Bs and have contacted Select Registry (the B & B directory that highlights luxury inns) four times to suggest myself to become one of their reviewers. They haven't responded, and maybe they shouldn't hire me because I'm brutally honest, picky, and have high standards when it comes to inns. Inns have to pay a hefty fee to be featured that book, so I'd probably piss off their paying inns. But I'd make a lot of them happy, too, because when something is good, I let the world know. But I digress. Let's get back to Haddonfield Inn. I'd like to give them 5 stars because they are a dog-friendly inn. And when I called to book the room, Nicole, the innkeeper's daugher, was such a sweetheart. I really, really wanted this to be a fantastic experience because it's close to NYC, they take dogs, and we could return time and time again. Yay for NJ! We were off to a GREAT start! Right? WRONG. We get here and I go to the restroom to relieve myself. I see that the maid has not yet cleaned the floor... there's hair and dirt on the floor. I know, I know. I'm picky, but for $259 a night, a clean bathroom would be a nice touch. I told the innkeeper (I was very nice and charming about it) and she came to clean it herself. It took her 2 seconds flat. She ran back out and called my name. "Angela, you owe us another $20 because you are only staying for one night. Can I have your credit card again?" Huh?? Now normally an extra 20 bucks would not throw me. But we were told when I booked the room that it was $259 and were sent the receipt in a follow-up confirmation. So I asked her about it and she just mumbled something about the fact that Nicole made a mistake and she was just going to have to charge me the extra $20. I told her that this is not what was told to us when we booked and I had the receipt to prove it. She turned to me and said, "Well, if you aren't happy about it, you can just leave." I stuck my 8-month pregnant belly out (just in case she missed it... doesn't she know that you aren't supposed to mess with a lady who is that pregnant?) and said, "I'm not unhappy, I'm shocked at the way you are treating your customer." She knew she was wrong and after mumbling some comments that I chose not to hear, she said she'd reimburse us the $20. And, to her credit, she wrote us an apology note later in the evening. I would have given this place 2 stars, but because Nicole was such a nice person to us and because they accept dogs, I give them a freebie star.

This was my first time staying at a bed & breakfast, and now I know I'm going to have to visit…read moremore. The Haddonfield Inn is gorgeous both inside & out. I was immediately impressed that we were greeted by the owner & innkeeper for the evening as soon as we parked. They gave us a quick tour of the house and showed us to our room. I really liked that Inn is kid friendly. We have a 2 year old daughter, and I've heard most B&B's do not allow small children. Since this was practically the only lodging available in Haddonfield, we were very thankful that we were able to bring the 2 year old on the trip with us. Drinks, snacks, and wine were available at any hour of the day. We really liked our room, but it got pretty chilly on our first night. We could not figure out how to turn on the fireplace in our room. We found out the next morning that the gas was off in the entire house, which was why we couldn't turn the fireplace on. However, they quickly remedied the situation and our room returned to a comfortable temperature in no time. I would return based on the location and the super friendliness of the staff. We really enjoyed our stay.

Absolutely stunning! Property was manicured, well kept and rooms were very clean. House has so much…read morecharm -- inside and out. Breakfast was delicious!!! Hosts were kind and welcoming. Will definitely recommend!

A lovely, warm environment with wonderful caring hosts who are always concerned about you having…read morethe best possible stay! All beautifully decorated, with wonderful, delicious breakfasts, in a relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommended!

If you want to feel like you've stepped back in time, to visit a lovely cousin, stay here and…read moreallow Lori to make you feel at home! It's a cosy property, with adorable decorations and a lovely garden - and there's a sweet little pool with plenty of shade. The food is spectacular, and the views are beautiful. There are also plenty of restaurants and lots of shopping very close by, in New Hope and Lambertville. We booked in for two nights during a holiday weekend, very last minute, and we really enjoyed our stay. From the moment we arrived, and until the moment we left, Lori was so exceptionally kind and incredibly gracious to us! Also, she's got the cutest dog in the whole world. The dog lives separately from the actual Inn, so we requested to meet the dog, and she was kind enough to give us that opportunity. Major bonus for us, because we love dogs. I definitely recommend this place for an affordable couple's getaway!

It was the most relaxing week away we ever had. Delicious breakfast cooked served every morning by…read morethe manager Lori.

My mom and I just stayed at Morgan Huges last weekend, and had a really wonderful stay. Renee and…read moreScott are very friendly, down-to-earth people, who treated us extremely well and made us feel right at home. Christopher, their Labrador, made us feel very protected and was a magnificent substitute for the 2 dogs I left at home. The grounds (including a nice pool) and the house are both beautiful and set a perfectly cozy colonial backdrop to our trip . . . . I highly recommend this b&b and plan on staying here again.

Very old but classic building, small stairways, a bit creaky. We were in room 101 and had people…read moreabove us who had a crying boy we could not sleep by. The breakfast is not for those on low carb diets . . . buns, toast, cereal . . . hard boiled eggs were difficult to peel and over cooked. Location is excellent and close to many Philly points ofd interest. Kitchenette was less than minimally supplied. No sharp knives, pans or even a wine opener. Still, nice place overall and can moderately recommend.

This boutique hotel was just what I expected from the images that we viewed on Expedia and other…read moresources. My husband really liked the historic appeal, and I liked the proximity to the historic sites. I also liked the promise of the continental breakfast and the images we saw promised more, but more on that later. When we arrived in Philadelphia, we assumed that the "L" would bring us quicker to the hotel and closer than what we were informed. We were told by the hotel staff to get off at the 8th and Market stop, but instead followed the conductor's instructions, who told us to get off at Jefferson station, which we did. From the fashion shops at that station to the hotel, it was perhaps a few blocks or a 10 minute walk. We didn't mind, but I wouldn't consider this if I were traveling with children or a lot of luggage. The hotel is located in an alleyway, and not what I pictured. There is a tall, modern apartment building in front of it and it is really close to a hospital, and lots of other very tall modern buildings. The hotel, like other old historic buildings, including nearby Independence Hall, are all surrounded by tall and modern buildings, again not what I pictured. The staff at this hotel weren't on the same page as far as narrating this hotel's interesting history. The young lady who gave us a slight tour and showed us our room didn't tell us the history, such as an older woman who also works at the hotel gave other people some detail I had to listen in on. The hotel is old and very classy. It is definitely a boutique hotel and not a place to stay with children. Our first room was delightfully beautiful. However, the mattress wasn't comfortable, and it felt as if we were sinking head down. We were in room 201 and found that you can hear street traffic from 8th street and particularly the after-hours door, shutting and closing pretty well to keep from a good night's sleep. I would suggest that the hotel fix the after hour's door problem because it's not only that people aren't cognizant of others sleeping above when they enter but that the door is truly noisy, especially when you must shut it firmly to make sure that it is shut. The manager, fortunately, was accommodating and had reassigned us a different room on the other side of the hotel, away from the street and with a more comfortable bed. The continental breakfast was satisfactory, to say the least. There was yogurt, muffins, bagels, small box cereal, small bonabell cheese, coffee, milk, and OJ. The eggs were what I found disappointing. I had seen elsewhere images of small quiches for breakfast, but instead, they had hardboiled eggs. This is not your continental breakfast that you get with waffles at Holiday Inn. There is a restaurant on site, but it opens for lunch and dinner, and I don't recommend it. I reviewed this separately. We ended up going to La Pien cafe and bakery down the street and also found a Starbucks nearby. The best part about this hotel was how close it is to Independence Hall, Congress Hall, and, of course, Liberty Bell. I would recommend staying here if you've never been to Philly and want to visit the historic landmarks. F.Y.I take the Flash (a bus that can be located at the Visitor's center directly behind Liberty Bell). It costs like $5 a day for all main stops and was free the next day after the 4th of July.

Just spent the weekend in Philly and had a wonderful stay at Appel's! We took the train/subway in…read more They are about 5 blocks from the Market/Frankford line. Walking distance to all our favorite haunts in town--Bistro Romano, Eulogy Pub, Downey's, Stella and Artful Dodger, just to name a few. Marilyn and Harry refurbished this place over 20 years ago. Loved hearing the story and looking at the pictures on their wall. Check-in is done at their dining room table--very homey. Breakfast is continental and very flexible, which was perfect--we had places to go and things to do. We are soooo glad we found them. Hadn't seen recent reviews on them, so wondered if they were still in business, but they totally are. For $125/night + tax this was the perfect find for my husband and me.

Terrific place! It's a beautiful house run by a wonderful couple. They couldn't be more welcoming…read more It's like staying with a favorite aunt and uncle. The house is perfectly located for enjoying Philly. They gave me great recommendations for food and how to find my way around.

Tony and his wife are wonderful hosts. The premises are immaculate, the location is amazing (near…read morethe beach) and the breakfasts and baked goods (made daily!) are something special. From the moment my son and I arrived, we felt at home. Tony and his wife were heavily vested in making the guest experience a special one. My son and I appreciated the genuineness of their hospitality. We will definitely return!

My husband and I just enjoyed two nights here. This Bed and Breakfast surpasses every B and B…read morewe've stayed at, and it's a short walk to the beach. Our room (Wellington) was beautiful, with attention paid to every detail. The lighting includes four wall sconces, a brilliant crystal chandelier, and a beautiful lamp which ties the colors of the room together. The elegant window treatments 'make' the room, and the King bed was super comfortable. Everything here is immaculate, including the welcoming breakfast room. Breakfast was delicious and generous, beautifully presented and impeccably served by Anthony, the simpatico founder and owner. His kind wife Maureen bakes muffins, coffee cakes and cookies from scratch, and they are marvelous. Instead of a huge flat screen tv dominating the room, the tv was just the right size -and included are Netflix and Amazon Prime. We look forward to our next stay at The Tower Cottage.

First things first, if you see any negative review dating back before early 2024 you can basically…read moreignore it. The Inn has new owners and though there are still a couple of bugs to work out with the house the experience was still outstanding. Small enough to feel like you own the place even with others staying there. Close enough to town (whichever one you choose) to be awesome for the location. Service was outstanding. There is a chicken coop on property that delivers the eggs for breakfast. The chef (amoungst other titles) is amazing. Everywhere you look the attention to detail is amazing and the public space really makes you feel like you are at home.

This Inn is a gem. Excellent breakfast, comfortable beds, wonder full grounds and hospitality…read more Highly recommend staying here. So tranquil'