Simmer down simmer down now y'all. Lemme tell you and the lord Jesus Christ, ain't no other place…read moreyou gon smack your lips too and smile an ear to ear grin den dis hur place ya feel? The bartenders, squint and its mint. The prices? You ever make 2 dollahs? 2 dollahs go faaaar here, outer rim type of reach ya feel? I ain't never squinted so hard to make a triangle fit into a cube but I'll tell ya and yo mama it fit all up in dat slot with room to spare. Mac n cheese ain't got nothing on deez cocktails.

This review is not for the hotel but for the bar. I wish i could give zero stars. The bar is a cute…read morelocal spot where it's clear locals go to in order to play pool. Play the jute box and hang with the local community. I personally used to own such a bar in Long Island and these kind of bars are near to my heart. Whoever the middle aged woman was working on November 9th was the rudest person i ever met. She without solid validation asked me to leave for quite frankly no reason what so ever. Mentioning i was drunk. Just as every other person in the bar was. I was not fighting anyone being loud or doing anything to warrant that kind of horrible treatment. In fact i was wearing a business suit and it was clear i was not a local which was probably why i was treated that way. All i can say is i have over 30 people that work out of my NJ office just around the corner and i will be advising them not to step foot in such a horrible place.

The venue was beautiful. There were plenty of gorgeous outdoor spots for photos, which made…read morecocktail hour and the whole evening feel extra special. Speaking of cocktail hour--it was a meal all by itself. The appetizers just kept coming: lamb chops, hot pretzels, a martini-glass mashed potato bar with all the toppings, fried macaroni balls, mini Philly cheesesteak sandwiches, a taco station, and so much more. Every bite was delicious, and the variety was incredible. Honestly, there was no need for a formal dinner after that feast. Just move straight to dessert and dancing. The hotel portion is large enough to accommodate lots of out-of-town guests, which was very convenient for our group. The rooms were spacious and the bathroom towels were soft and comfortable. I would have preferred feather pillows and a down comforter, but overall the accommodations were nice. The on-site bar was dangerously dark and was not open every night, which was a bit disappointing. The next morning's brunch had a good omelet station and yummy bacon. One thoughtful touch I really loved was the emblem stamped in the sand for the outdoor cigarette disposal area--it was a unique detail that stood out.

A nice hotel right off the highway (I mean IMMEDIATELY off the highway). The rooms and spaces were…read moreall clean and in good shape. We enjoyed the room which was clean and well appointed. Plenty of storage and a small refrigerator. A small balcony with two chairs was great for evening lounging. The bed was very comfortable. Bathroom small but clean, and the shower was nice and had plenty of nearly instantly hot water. There was a special breakfast for the wedding party. Everything was delicious and piping hot. Plenty of parking and walking distance to a local coffee shop shop and an on site party center and bar. All staff were uniformly pleasant.

A wonderful country treasure in the heart of Frenchtown NJ !! Amazing food , great music ,…read moreexcellent service! Highly recommend !!! Peter New Hope Pa.

A Beautiful place to meet friends and family! The food is always superb and the service…read moreexceptional. Great drink selections. The entertainment is always top-notch and enjoyable! It is a welcoming environment where everyone feels special! Thank you National Hotel and Restaurant!

Stayed here while visiting family 20 minutes away. Cant recommend enough. Occupancy is down…read moresignificantly during the pandemic right now but we felt like this made a stay here the perfect solution. Minimized exposure to others versus staying with family or certainly a hotel chain. The owner Marsha was clearly prepared with COVID precautions. The property is incredible with a beautiful stream on property, horse shoes, a pool table, etc. Lots to do in the area with hiking trails just a short distance down the road. Everything seems well thought out for making guests comfortable with snacks, coffee, sodas, cookies, available at all times. The house is quite large and with the barn also accessible, there's no issue finding a quiet spot for reading or even listening to music with a glass of wine using the Sonos music system (even available in the barn!). This would be perfect for a family to rent out the whole home. Going stir crazy due to pandemic concerns? This is a great way to change your view safely.

A quick, relaxing stay with lovely owners…read more We made last minute reservations at Raritan Inn based on a recommendation, and it did not disappoint! The rooms were very comfortable--which is saying something in the middle of a 0 degree winter night--and we were impressed by the renovations throughout the inn. Breakfast was also delightful, and the innkeeper adjusted for food sensitivities, which was a pleasant surprise. (The oat milk-based French toast and frittata with red peppers and artichokes were really tasty!) We are looking forward to staying here again and recommending to friends and family. It is just under 8 miles away from downtown Chester.

The hotel was ordinary -- room simple but clean. The elevator broke. Took a day to get it fixed…read more BEWARE of hidden fees. If you book through a third party (Expedia, etc) the hotel charges $5/night for you to park your car. That's not a valet fee -- you're parking your own car and they are charging you $5/night to do it.

We loved this hotel. We 7 people (2 families ... 4 adults, 3 kids) stayed in two two-bedrooms…read moresuites for 3 days. The manager arranged us in two suites next to each other. The kids played in two suites interchangeably. The kids also played in the basketball court next to the breakfast area. The only thing we did not like was the breakfast. The coffee machine in the breakfast area broke in the first morning. The hot water machine in the breakfast area broke in the second morning.

While this was our first B&B, I have a feeling this will be very hard to top. We chose this place…read morewhile looking for a B&B near NYC to celebrate our one year anniversary. We stayed in the privacy suite, and after reading all the wonderful reviews, I just hoped that it would be as great as it sounded! It certainly met all of our expectations! The owner, Lynn, gave us a tour when we arrived and made sure we knew how everything worked and they were happy to give us recommendations for restaurants in the area. They were accomodating when we arrived a little past their 3-6pm check-in because our bus was late. Speaking of, we chose this place because we didn't need a car at all to get there or to get around! We took the trans-bridge line bus from Manhattan and it drops you off right in Frenchtown. Then Frenchtown is so small, we did everything we wanted to do just by walking. The room: Very clean and homey, with a very large bathroom with jacuzzi. Very romantic room, with candles surrounding the jacuzzi. They provide robes and a bottle of wine and the room also has books and magazines for your reading pleasure. It is very well-thought out, and even though it had a tv, we didn't turn it on once. The breakfast: We stayed for two nights, so I have two breakfasts to review. In the privacy suite, they deliver breakfast in a basket to your door, and you set up the table in your room with the placemats in the basket. Our first morning we were served waffles with blueberries, a warm peach pastry (maybe cobbler?), freshly baked corn muffins, yogurt, and freshly squeezed orange juice. Our second breakfast was totally different and equally delicious: sausages, breakfast potatoes, brocolli and cheese quiche, bowl of fruit (cantelope, blueberries, and cheeries), two more muffins (one blueberry, one cinammon nutty type), yogurt, and orange juice again. We couldn't even finish our breakfast the second day, there was so much food! Activities: We did Paddle Creek Kayaking (highly recommend), and ate at Bridge Cafe (so-so), Frenchtown Inn (I would stick to their Grill room), and Bamboo House (average asian food). If we ever return to Frenchtown, we would love to stay here again!

What a great weekend getaway from Manhattan! This B&B is so…read morecharming with its authentic Victorian decor. The minute we arrived we felt transported to another place and time! Lynn, the owner, was very welcoming and helpful throughout our entire stay. We were in the Anne James suite and it was beautiful. The room was large, comfortable and romantic. The ensuite bathroom was very nice and had a large Jacuzzi tub for two with candles all around (which you're allowed to light). Lynn serves a home cooked 3 course breakfast in the dinning room which was a highlight of our stay there. The food was fresh and delicious! You can walk to everything in Frenchtown which is so convenient. There are lots of shops, restaurants, art galleries, and antiques. If you go definitely check out the Frenchtown Inn for dinner or lunch. They have fantastic food and service. Also, make an appointment at Euphoria Spa for a massage or facial! We were blown away with how great the spa was--- and again it's walking distance from the B&B. We also took a drive over to Lambertville (about 20 min) and visited the town. It's a bit bigger than Frenchtown, and you can walk across the bridge to New Hope PA for more stores and shops. Overall it was a really fantastic getaway that turned out to be much better than what we expected. You won't be bored and there is lots to do. We plan to return in the fall for another quiet getaway and spa visit!

The house was beautiful, and the hosts were exceptional. Everything was spotlessly clean. The bed…read morewas comfortable with soft linens. Our room had a private bathroom, which was fully equipped with everything we needed. Breakfast was delicious, and Iris even treated us to homemade almond butter. It was clear that the hosts put a lot of love into every detail of their property, creating a cozy and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for a family getaway. I was truly impressed by the kindness and respect that Rafi and Iris showed their guests. As we were heading to our car and waved goodbye to Rafi, he stopped what he was doing in the backyard to come over and personally shake our hands. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you! Natalya and Jakob

It has been a little while since a review was written, and I'm happy to say whatever issues others…read morehad earlier were resolved. The hosts, Iris and Rafi are wonderful, the house is beautiful, the grounds are well-maintained, the town is just down the road - with great dining options, and hiking trails within a few miles are awesome. Only my second B&B, and would definitely do it again. Not sure why name is coming up as SoMa, SF - we came from MD.

REVIEW AS EVENT SPACE ONLY (SECRET TEA ROOM):…read more I attended a baby shower held at the DeBary Inn in Summit last weekend. This was my first time inside the building, which was built circa 1880, and also at a Cream Tea. It was a lovely experience! Secret Tea Room is a pop-up company that creates classic English tea party experiences. They host events at four locations - DeBary Inn and Reeves-Reed Arboretum (Summit), Morven Museum and Gardens (Princeton), and Van Vleck Gardens (Montclair). Great attention to details! Everyone loved the table settings and chinaware. The loose leaf teas were wonderful; that day, we had an apple cider, Ceylon, and green tea. Then came out the tiers. Oh, the scones! The scones are baked on premise, so they were fresh and delicious. At one point, the hosts also walked around table to table with fresh scones from the oven. It was so nice. I overheard a guest from another table joke, "Oh, you can leave the tray of 17 right here for us please. Thank you!" lol Because it's December, the DeBary Inn was decorated for the holidays with a lighted tree. Many guests took selfies in the living room/greeting area. It was a cute venue and party concept for a baby shower!

I checked out early after issues related to the hotel's pantry area, which is located directly…read morebeside my room. Another guest -- whose room was actually inside the pantry space -- confronted my company late at night for making coffee, claiming we were being "too loud." While I understand the challenges of shared spaces, this setup should be clearly disclosed at booking, especially if it falls under a "run of the house" rate. Guests deserve to know they may be placed next to, or even within, an active pantry area with unavoidable noise and foot traffic. What made the situation worse was the complete absence of staff during evening hours. With no concierge or on‑site support, there was no way to report the incident, request assistance, or ensure our safety when faced with a potentially volatile guest. Being left to manage the confrontation alone was unacceptable and felt unsafe. What made the situation worse was the complete absence of staff during evening hours. With no concierge or on‑site support, there was no way to report the incident, request assistance, or ensure our safety when faced with a potentially volatile guest. Being left to manage the confrontation alone was unacceptable and felt unsafe. Too bad as it is jn a very quaint town... " too quaint and quiet" that normal dynamics in a hotel establishment become an issue all of a sudden.