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So this is a review of my experience here though we didn't stay there…read more It is a great historical example of a waterfront hotel built in the late 19th century during the building boom here when Port Townsend was competing with the whole west coast to be a terminus port for trade and economic boom. The railroad never came but the sailors did so this was the brothel, bar, and sailor trade on the waterfront where the respectable affluent families built their Victorian homes above. So glad that further economic boom didn't tear down this cool old buildings and so much of the structures of all kinds around town! We were having a local tourist day from our place across Admiralty inlet with our big dog. While walking the front street before we could notice a lovely older lady was welcoming us and our boy and very happy to see our pup. She was just so much a great ambassador of their business and very engaging that we all enjoyed the encounter. The front entrance decorated well and nice plants in boxes. She had so many dog friendly advice to give us without asking about Port Townsend in general and recommended local dining choices. Not asked for but in hindsight it reminded me of what you'd expect from your concierge at a nice hotel while on vacation. We really enjoyed chatting with her out at the entrance and makes me want to suggest that place for a fun stay. They have 7 rooms I guess that are dog friendly and If we "missed the boat back to Whidbey". Or something more planned, we would def consider staying at this former 19th century brothel turned hotel for sure! It reminds me of a smaller version of the same we stayed at once in San Francisco way up the hill that was not preserved so well. This whole town was designed and developed to compete with west coast 19th century seaports for trade and commerce and it shows. But i think that the thought that railroads would bring prosperity here has left us with survivors of this bygone era!! I'd recommend considering this a a great waterfront stay in this town as it's very convenient and worthwhile!

A very nice place to stay for a quick getaway in Port Townsend, with a full 3 course home-made…read morebreakfast! My husband booked our stay here for a quaint Valentine's day getaway. We stayed in room 6. It's an old Victorian house with a number of antique artifacts including instruments, guns, books, etc. There is no elevator - you have to climb the stairs to get to your room or downstairs to the billiards table & guest fridge. The innkeeper is extremely sweet. She welcomed us in and explained about the house. At 9am (prompt), she serves breakfast, which was a delight! It was a full 3 course meal - everything home-made (or from a local bakery). Honestly, the breakfast here was better than our dinner at a restaurant the night before! Our room was very cute - it looked like the inside of a doll house. For my husband, who is a tall man (6'2), he felt a bit claustrophobic because the ceiling comes inwards. But for my 5' self, I didn't mind. Everything was clean and had a nice presentation. They even had home-made cookies waiting! We really enjoyed our stay, and it was nice to have a sit down breakfast with the other guests and chat together. There's also a sweet doggo named Ursa who you may see putter around. For a nice weekend away from the city, this is a very cozy quaint place to stay.

Absolutely gorgeous hotel with expert attention to detail. He opulence was incredible. The food was…read moreamazing and the atmosphere was the best I have ever experienced at any B&B anywhere in the world. This is an excellent romantic getaway.

My fiancé and I returned about 5 years after our first visit in Summer 2019 to find the House under…read morethe stewardship of Natalie and Dave, and our experience was just as lovely as the first time! The food was absolutely exquisite. We ate breakfast beside the sea both mornings and Natalie did a wonderful job serving us. She was so friendly and thoughtful around our dietary needs. We felt very cared for and the environment was so serene. Dave even offered to wash our car after it got some bird dung on it! This is still the best place to stay in Port Townsend, we'll definitely be coming back!

This is by far the best beach house B&B. Right on the beach to hear the surf and gulls. Classic,…read moreclean, and wonderfully restored. Authentic windows,big baseboards, excellent charm in doors too. That is just the beginning. Step inside! We booked this lovely home last minute as a four day getaway. Greeted by the owner's family we felt instantly at home. A quiet warmth with fireplaces, candles, easy chairs, a cribbage board, and a full coffee tea bar in the main room. Out the sliding door is a full covered porch and comfy chairs to watch the tides roll in or out. Very protected by the wind. Humming birds dance on the side. Wood deck chiefs and a swing on the lawn. We chose the Lighthouse room with king size bed. Amazing mattress, window view of the beach and lighthouse of Walden Park. Nicely decorated in nautical beach old time and up dated treasures. Window open to hear the surf. Steam heat is amazing warmth. beautiful room with a sitting room and full bath. If you need to take an extra person there is an extra room connecting with bed. We did not need this room, but nice if we bring a few with us. This is the one you want to check on first. If the website is not working with the WiFi (rain and storms happen in PNW). Then give them a call. Dave answered all our questions and booked us in. This is after one year of covid 19 and this place is clean and staff genuinely kind and responsible. We will come again. The sunsets are surrounding on walks from beach house to downtown port Townsend. We came in rain and still had a fabulous time. Beach house does not have a TV but doe totally relaxation who really needs one. WiFi and electric for cell phone is in place. We ditched it all to enjoy the simple time of a beautiful beach house on a walkable beach and close to marina. We will come again!!

We spent two very pleasant nights at the Inn. Everything was wonderful: the breakfast, the inn…read morekeeper, the cozy room and convenient location. Pauline takes great pride in her inn and is very hospitable. She gives great recommendations and is very accommodating. We will definitely recommend to others and hope to return.

A luxurious, beautiful inn. The bedrooms are spacious and incredibly well appointed. There are…read morebalconies to sit on. Snacks in the kitchen. The host is a lovely, accommodating person (we had to get an early breakfast to catch the ferry). It's a "don't miss it" kind of place.

Stayed here for 4 nights in April visiting family…read more Lots to like but visitors also need to be prepared for a few things. Other reviews are correct: great location, lots of old charm, nice staff, great lobby and brunch, comfortable beds. All 5 stars. But I think for price point, this hotel is not value for money. Rooms are a bit dated with old carpets (according to my wife, ours smelled). Small bathroom with not enough shelf space. Room has no place to hang or put clothing so we had our stuff sprawled all over the place. The hotel needs some upgrades to charge what they charge. 3 stars. One annoyance: The hotel staff tried to presell / upsell overnight parking at $20 when there was plenty (plenty!!) of free parking a block away (and according to my family, parking enforcement is pretty lax).Why do that? 1 star. ( FYI - this hotel is dog friendly)

We chose to stay here for our 6 year anniversary. It was perfect for us. Old style rooms with…read morebeautiful antique decor and a lounge downstairs for drinks. We were welcomed with an anniversary card and champagne when we checked into our room (such a nice touch!) It's at a walkable distance from everything you'd wanna do in Port Townsend.

They check off ALL the boxes here. They are very attuned to what guests need to enjoy their stay…read moreand we did enjoy. Dog friendly check Gorgeous views check Comfy bed check Great shower check Clean, well cared for cabin check Fine internet check Owners on site to get you anything you need check TV check Reasonable rates check Close enough from town but far enough to just relax at your cabin check FINALLY FOR EXTRA GREAT Heated, well cared for outside pool!!! CHECK and CHECK AGAIN I could go on but you need to see for yourself. :)

Such a special and surreally beautiful place! Jenn is so kind and accommodating, and took us on a…read morepersonal tour of the property when we checked in. We stayed in Cabin 4 which has huge windows/sea views, gorgeous sunsets, and a deck perfect for stargazing (The night sky views are mind blowing!) The king bed is super comfy, and there is a kitchen with everything you might need, as well as board games and puzzles. Everything inside and out is lovingly cared for. There is also a private beach with the prettiest little forest path leading up to it, and lots of seashells and cute birds and otters! You could honestly spend a whole trip on the property enjoying the views and taking walks along the beach. We adored our stay and will definitely be back next time we visit Port Townsend

Loved this place!…read more I'm giving 4 stars, but in reality, it is 4.5. Location: The location is great. You're located downtown and can walk to any shop or eatery in the area. The parking location for hotel guest is odd and in reality, can only fit two cars. So, just find a spot, park it and leave it. Take advantage and walk everywhere. The Digs: There's no attendant, so you need to book in advance with the lovely manager, Marilou. She really cares about the hotels she manages and truly wants your stay to be a memorable one. Upon arrival you will get codes for both the building and your room. Speaking of the room, when you enter, you are greeted by music playing on the radio and a few lights on. A nice, simple touch, especially after a long day of traveling. The old hotel is super clean and cozy, yet modern. It almost feels like you're staying at a friends house. This is definitely a gem in Port Townsend and I would not hesitate to stay here again. The minor "constructive criticisms" that I have are to give a good corner scrubbing along the baseboards in the bathroom and to keep the soap and shampoo fairly full to give the "illusion" that your guests are the first ones to stay there.

I really want to give this hotel a 5 star review, because of that I'm giving a 2 star instead of…read morethe 1 star it deserves after my last nights stay. First I love the front desk less concept, so great to make your reservation online and get a confirmation and the door code for your stay. no fuss +5. It's an old building so it has a well used feeling but my room was clean another +5 The layout of my room (room 1) could of been enhanced with the addition of bedside tables, I rely on my phone for my alarm clock and there was no place within arms reach to place it -3 My largest issue was the constant breathing noise emanating from the bathroom wall. Every 10ish seconds I heard about 2 seconds of water running through the pipes, all night long. I have to say that this was the worst night of sleep that I have in a while. -10

I got a last minute reservation for Thanksgiving night and slept well as the hotel was incredibly…read morequiet, and the bedding was fairly comfortable. [Note: no extra plush blankets provided, but the in-room heater was good]. Reviews of the water front motels in Port Townsend mentioned bed bugs which scared me and led me to book here. You should think about staying at Mansera Castle if you like character and history because the building has a palpable sense of olden times built into the architecture, the creaky stairs, the narrower door frames, and the oldest working elevator in the state (it's a bit like a freight elevator with brocade dressing). However, the lack of accessible entryway (a flight of steep stairs to get inside) and an antique elevator that is only operable by hotel staff should warn off people with limited mobility, injuries etc. I used the wonderful WiFi for a night of iPad entertainment while toasty under the covers. It was a fun experience for a night, but it might have been louder had the hotel been full. Nearing Christmas, the hotel staff had decorated the erstwhile Victorian-era wealthy resident's home parlor. This was rather charming to see and definitely not replicable in a sterile, modern hotel chain. This vast building was subsequently used as a Jesuit boarding house for decades. The hotel amenities are barebones relative to a modern hotel chain where you might expect a writing desk fitted with desk lamps, and numerous outlets, etc. My room came with TV, refrigerator, a coffee machine and insufficient wall outlets. Even the internal phone system was non existent. Downstairs lobby has coffee in the morning. No breakfast included in the price. The whole historical immersion experience is unique however.

We just stayed here 2 nights. Everything was OK…read more But this hotel could be 5* fabulous and why isn't it??? Hotel desperately needs refurbishing & remodeling!!! Musty smelling lobby. Uninviting tired Mexican restaurant inside hotel. Dingy but clean hotel rooms & bathrooms. Come on make it a Spa retreat upscale get away hotel it has the bones & property. And Port Townsend is a big destination!

This was a great Bed and Breakfast style experience. Robert & Leticia were very gracious hosts and…read morewe had some interesting conversations with them over breakfast. They made the place feel like a home rather than a hotel. The beds were comfortable and the rooms were clean. Best of all they had a free EV charger we used to charge up our car. An awesome bonus if you have an electric car. Overall a great experience.

Stuck looking for a place on a busy weekend, I found lodging here…read more The room and amenities were great, the hostess warm, the breakfast pleasant. It was clean and safe, with a side of eccentric. Although located a bit away from downtown, there is a scenic shortcut if you want to walk. Plan ahead and bring a flashlight, though.

Cute motel-like stay. We booked a private deck. I think slightly pricier than other stays nearby…read morebut that's to compensate for the beach-like vibes and water gazing. There's a younger lady working afternoons and evenings who was super sweet and a pleasure to chat with. She helped us check in seamlessly. On the flip side, an older aged lady worked mornings and was very sassy with poor customer experience. We asked for room service to tidy up and change the sheets and her irritation spread to us. She really didn't want to talk to us or write our information down. Showers were mediocre because the setup quite frankly sucked. The walls are tight and the shower head doesn't have a good range of motion. That means the water is constantly spraying your head and it's hard to clean the lower body. Walls were a bit on the thinner side, so noise is audible but not too bad.

Stunning view from the room. We spent almost all of our time simply sitting on the deck watching…read morethe Sound. Next time we are in Port Townsend, guess where we'll be staying? Thank you, Tides Inn.