Great place to stay and the owners go way out of their way to make sure you have an excellent…read morevisit. It's a historic home with tons of character and charm. Have stayed there 3 years in a row while pheasant hunting in North Dakota and they make me want to come back every year. I dont get the homemade breakfast because I get up so early to hunt, but they put out breakfast anyway for me. Quiche, yogurt, fresh fruit, coffee, oatmeal, coffee cake are all seen at the breakfast table waiting for me. Make sure to ask Stephy to make her quiche because its delicious. There is a very nice living room to have a glass of wine and enjoy a movie or read a book. The rooms are very comfortable and extremely clean. If you are in town for huting they have a place to clean your birds and plenty of room in the freezer to store them. An excellent bonus is that its close to bars in downtown Lisbon, so if you have one too many its an easy walk home. I have tried two other places to stay in Ransom Country and as far as Im concerned this is the only place to stay. Pro Tip: Ask John to take you to the Walleye honey hole on his farm to catch huge fish.

Awesome B&B...owners are wonderful. Stephanie was a gracious host and chef...Lots of history...will…read moredefinitely come back...

Very nice hotel... when I was with here for a short stay when my hot water heater was broken and I…read morewas waiting for the plumber the hotel room was FAB! The room was clean, the staff was pleasant and I would definitely recommend for anyone looking for a comfortable place to stay in Valley City.

First time trying an AmericInn and we were very pleased after after a long road trip. No…read morereservations ahead of time, so we crossed our fingers and booked a room. We had an enjoyable time, and had a clean room and great breakfast. Husband and I ordered from the restaurant attached and had a delicious meal of soup and salad. Our 3 kids had a blast in the pool and all came away happy!

Excellent free hot breakfast and a hot tub and pool…read more Those are amenities I chose as well as clean and safe with friendly staff.

Lovely, spacious room with nice furniture and modern decor. Nice notebook on the desk to find what…read moreamenities you are looking for. Keurig coffee maker, MW, and refrigerator were in the room along with a love seat and two ottomans. Very comfy! Lovely bathroom and shower. AC was easy to regulate. All the lamps have extra plugs to charge phones and other devices which I appreciate! We would definitely stay here again!

We had a great time at this property. We love the theme rooms. Yes, the property is older, but that…read moredoesn't bother us as it is very well maintained and the proximity to downtown Jamestown is perfect. Our daughter goes to college here so we love staying at this hotel for its unique rooms and great location. The staff is always welcoming and the rooms are immaculate. Great option if you have a family of four, the theme rooms have plenty of space. We look forward to booking with you again.

Stopped with a friend for a drink on a Friday night. Lounge was about half full and the music was…read moregood. Nice place for a drink with friends and socializaton

Excellent staff and very friendly people. Very clean rooms…read moreand bathroom. Well decorated and eclectic. Bed is so comfortable Yes stay here

A Disappointing Return…read more I'm genuinely sad to be updating my review from 5 stars to 1 star because my stay here last year was one of the best hotel experiences I've ever had. I praised Hotel Donaldson publicly, recommended it without hesitation, returned this year intentionally, and even purchased their merchandise. That context matters because this comes from a former fan. Unfortunately, this year's stay was a dramatic step backward. The biggest issue started immediately with parking. I arrived during a blizzard, with snow piled to the curb and no visible valet staff despite valet parking being advertised. I had to self-park and then go inside to find staff, which defeats the purpose of offering valet, especially in severe weather. The following day, I asked the reception about the consequences of not moving my car due to snow accumulation and was told it would be a $30 citation (less than the cost of parking, so I rolled the dice). The next day, I returned to find my car had been towed. To be clear, I accept responsibility for ignoring posted signage. My frustration is not about being towed. It's about the lack of warning or proactive guidance from the hotel, particularly when this is clearly a known issue. When I later mentioned it downstairs at the restaurant, staff and patrons openly acknowledged that this happens often. That disconnect is avoidable and disappointing. Beyond parking, the lack of basic guest amenities became impossible to ignore. There is no microwave in the room or reliably available at all. I called reception to see if they could rewarm some soup, and was told: "Sorry, no, our only microwave has been loaned out to a long-term guest." There is also no ice machine, requiring a call to reception and a trip to the desk. "Room service" is limited to the downstairs restaurant's hours, which do not always include breakfast. The in-room technology is outdated and feels out of place in a boutique hotel charging premium rates. Last year, these were minor quirks overshadowed by exceptional hospitality. This year, they compounded into a frustrating experience, especially during a winter storm when guests are spending more time in their rooms. I'm writing this publicly not to pile on, but in the hope that it reaches someone empowered to make changes. Hotel Donaldson used to be something special. I know it can be again. Right now, though, the experience no longer matches the reputation that once made it a highlight of my travels.