The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe
Bar (on property)
Located near the American Shakespeare Center, The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center offers a charming getaway. Guests can browse on-site shops, dine at Second Draft restaurant, or relax in the garden. Helpful staff and complimentary self-parking enhance the stay.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 356
AED 398 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
301 Greenville Avenue, Staunton, VA, 24401

What's nearby

  • American Shakespeare Center - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mary Baldwin College - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gypsy Hill Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Frontier Culture Museum - 6 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Staunton Station - 13 min walk
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wright's Dairy-Rite - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Kathy's Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center

Hotel near Mary Baldwin College
Located close to American Shakespeare Center and The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library, The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center provides a grocery/convenience store, a terrace, and shopping on site. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Second Draft, the on-site restaurant. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a TV in the lobby, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center feature thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 4 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Second Draft

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1828
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 4 to 25 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Blackburn Inn Staunton
Blackburn Inn
Blackburn Staunton
The Blackburn Inn
The Blackburn Inn Conference Center
The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center Hotel
The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center Staunton
The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center Hotel Staunton

Frequently asked questions

Is The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center?

Check-in begins at 4 PM.

What time is check-out at The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library, Mary Baldwin College, and American Shakespeare Center. Gypsy Hill Park and Frontier Culture Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km). Staunton Station is 13 minutes by foot.

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The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 711 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1002 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Clyde E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff (check in, restaurant) exceeded expectations. Awesome bath but felt furnishings/room were cold.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Amenities
The property is beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anatole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great bed and convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Roshni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property , but we only spent one night so can’t offer much.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Very clean and quiet. Interesting history of the property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dr. Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A unique experience with a fabulous massage. I would recommend.
 View from the hotel’s cupola.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our 2nd visit and we love it!! Clean and modern within walking distance of great dining!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic building in a great location, close to downtown shops and restaurants! Very comfortable bed too!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely discovery and highly recommend visiting this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Love the historic building.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Calm and relaxing place to stay. The floor creaking was the only possible negative but expected from locations history.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was gorgeous and the hotel was a great place to stay. I appreciated its rich history and loved learning more about it while staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sybil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

For something different

Very interesting history to this Inn, it will appeal to some folks just for that reason, but it is lovely, clean and modernized. Beautiful setting in Staunton and within walking distance of downtown and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is such a historic property, and the renovation is so good, that it is a fascinating place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

BLAINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really liked the freestanding soak tub, their breakfast cafe and the decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is well maintained while retaining the colonial charm. Room was large and the bathroom was remodeled and lovely. This was our first time here. We will return. Very easy on /off to interstate also.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really beautifully restored old property with great beds.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great unusual historical building which is tastefully preserved and remodeled into a fantastic hotel, wonderful place to stay, a trip stay highlight, Thank you to the management and owners for a memorable time there
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A historic building with a lot of stories to tell! Staff was helpful and knowledgeable. Room was comfortable. A good place to home base from while exploring Staunton.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very interesting place with cool history. Only complaint was bed was a bit small for 2 people
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024