Temperance House
US$143
/ night
Avg. for November
Prices for Temperance House
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US$143
/ night
Avg. for November
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Temperance House average US$139 in the cheapest month (December) and US$161 in the most expensive month (May), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$153 |
| February | US$152 |
| March | US$149 |
| April | US$155 |
| May | US$161 |
| June | US$159 |
| July | US$156 |
| August | US$158 |
| September | US$161 |
| October | US$150 |
| November | US$143 |
| December | US$139 |
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Most expensive: May (~US$161)
Cheapest: December (~US$139)
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Business amenities
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Temperance House serving guests of Temperance House. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 13 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and a turndown service, as well as phones with free local calls.
Location
With a stay at Temperance House in Newtown, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Sesame Place and Newtown Theater. This inn is 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Peddler's Village and 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from Parx Casino and Racetrack.
What's nearby
Newtown Theater(0.2 Miles)
Tyler State Park(1 Miles)
Langhorne Players(1.7 Miles)
Saint Mary Medical Center(1.9 Miles)
Rose Bank Winery(2.1 Miles)
Core Creek Park(2.1 Miles)
Garden of Reflection 9-11 Memorial(3.7 Miles)
Makefield Highlands Golf Club(5 Miles)
Crossing Vineyards and Winery(5.3 Miles)
Oxford Valley Mall(5.5 Miles)
Washington Crossing Historic Park(5.8 Miles)
Delaware Canal State Park(6 Miles)
Swaminarayan Temple(6.8 Miles)
Delaware River(6.8 Miles)
Bowlero Feasterville(6.9 Miles)
Trenton–Mercer Airport (TTN)(9.1 Miles)
Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia)(14.5 Miles)
Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field)(28.3 Miles)
Manville, NJ (JVI-Central Jersey Regional)(36.1 Miles)
Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)(34.4 Miles)
Free wi-fi
Laundry service
Designated smoking area
Concierge Services
Designated Smoking Areas (fines apply)
Parking (Self) (free)
Location
5 South State Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Newtown Theater (0.2 Miles)
Tyler State Park (1 Miles)
Langhorne Players (1.7 Miles)
Saint Mary Medical Center (1.9 Miles)
Rose Bank Winery (2.1 Miles)
Core Creek Park (2.1 Miles)
Room options
2
Sapphire Suite
Room details
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 4
301 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
2
Michael David Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
355 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)TV
5
the State Room (Over Bar)
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
301 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)TV
2
Joseph Richard Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
301 ft²
Separate Dining AreaAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Kitchenette
2
Opal Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)TV
1
Haunted Porter
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)TV
2
the Artists Loft
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
205 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)TV
3
Chloe's Loft
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
2
Commissioners Retreat
Room details
2 Large Double Beds
Sleeps 4
301 ft²
Separate Dining AreaAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Kitchenette
2
Bouvier
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
355 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)TV
2
the Topaz Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
355 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)TV
2
the Fredericks Room (Over Bar)
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
301 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)TV
1
Edward Hicks Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
355 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)TV
Guest reviews of Temperance House
8.3
Very good
Based on 424 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
12%
Couple
58%
Family
21%
Group
8%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Reviews of Temperance House describe a charming historic inn with a friendly, accommodating team and a central, walkable Newtown location, balanced by practical trade-offs like steep stairs, limited amenities, and a lively tavern that often runs late.
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What guests think
Reviews of Temperance House describe a charming historic inn with a friendly, accommodating team and a central, walkable Newtown location, balanced by practical trade-offs like steep stairs, limited amenities, and a lively tavern that often runs late.
Multiple guests note no staffed front desk, with check-in and help handled by bar staff, leading to delays or late-night disturbances. Street parking is common and sometimes inconvenient, and several reviews mention dated furnishings or maintenance lapses, plus patchy Wi-Fi/TV. On the plus side, many enjoyed the tavern food and the distinctive rooms. Expect walkable charm with trade-offs in noise and convenience.
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Facilities
Lively on-site tavern with entertainment is a highlight, but there is no elevator and access involves steep, narrow stairs. Parking is mostly on-street and can be inconvenient or limited, though some found it manageable.
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10
Brinkley
16 May 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
I stay here when I visit my company's facilities in the area. I love the historical aspect of this inn, and the fact that a good restaurant and fantastic bar are attached make it that much better! Each room is unique and as long as you can do without an elevator and climb a flight or two of stairs, you will be pleased with the property. Overnight parking is available and easy, and free, on the street in front.
I stay here when I visit my company's facilities in the area. I love the historical aspect of this inn, and the fact that a good restaurant and fantastic bar are attached make it that much better! Each room is unique and as long as you can do without an elevator and climb a flight or two of stairs, you will be pleased with the property. Overnight parking is available and easy, and free, on the street in front.
4
Leah
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Cool historic house in great location but don’t stay there. Narrow long staircases from the 1700’s are not fun for schlepping bags and there’s no elevator. Air conditioner didn’t work well and didn’t work at all. We were too tired to go downstairs and find someone to help and there’s no phone in the room. There’s no staff at the desk either you have to find the bartender in the noisy crowded bar (who was very nice and helpful). Parking is on the street and there’s nowhere to stop in front to unload bags. It’s just an awful experience.
Cool historic house in great location but don’t stay there. Narrow long staircases from the 1700’s are not fun for schlepping bags and there’s no elevator. Air conditioner didn’t work well and didn’t work at all. We were too tired to go downstairs and find someone to help and there’s no phone in the room. There’s no staff at the desk either you have to find the bartender in the noisy crowded bar (who was very nice and helpful). Parking is on the street and there’s nowhere to stop in front to unload bags. It’s just an awful experience.
10
MIchael
21 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Most attentive staff! Restaurant and dinner comedy show were excellent. All around wonderful
Most attentive staff! Restaurant and dinner comedy show were excellent. All around wonderful
6
Nancy
5 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff was very nice, but the desk is not staffed and we had to go into the bar to find someone to check us in and answer questions. As someone else said, it's really a bar that rents rooms. We were directly above the bar and heard music through the floor until very late. Parking is insufficient and we ended up with a street-parking ticket.
The staff was very nice, but the desk is not staffed and we had to go into the bar to find someone to check us in and answer questions. As someone else said, it's really a bar that rents rooms. We were directly above the bar and heard music through the floor until very late. Parking is insufficient and we ended up with a street-parking ticket.
6
Susan
11 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location was great but unfortunately the parking is inconvenient. There is a 2 hour time limit so I kept having to move my car. The room was very nice but no real amenities. Also I didn’t expect a 3 story walk up and no elevator. All in all the rooms are clean and right in the center of town making shopping and walking easy.
The location was great but unfortunately the parking is inconvenient. There is a 2 hour time limit so I kept having to move my car. The room was very nice but no real amenities. Also I didn’t expect a 3 story walk up and no elevator. All in all the rooms are clean and right in the center of town making shopping and walking easy.
10
Marie
2 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great place. Super nice staff. Bar and restaurant downstairs were perfect.
Great place. Super nice staff. Bar and restaurant downstairs were perfect.
8
Sue S
10 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was very nice. However, there was never anyone at reception. No convenient parking. No elevator, with steep narrow stairs. No service to speak of.
The room was very nice. However, there was never anyone at reception. No convenient parking. No elevator, with steep narrow stairs. No service to speak of.
10
Liz
7 May 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Historic building. Very cool tavern with live music and good food. Staff was friendly and helpful. If you like blackout curtains- there aren't any. Also the info on the room door said continental breakfast. That didn't happen. Both days. So don't count on that but cute little coffee place next door, breakfast joint called Pat's down the street, and the Amish Market is easily walkable and they had all kinds of good stuff.
Historic building. Very cool tavern with live music and good food. Staff was friendly and helpful. If you like blackout curtains- there aren't any. Also the info on the room door said continental breakfast. That didn't happen. Both days. So don't count on that but cute little coffee place next door, breakfast joint called Pat's down the street, and the Amish Market is easily walkable and they had all kinds of good stuff.
8
Dolores
4 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This is an historic building so there is no elevator. The staff carried my bag upstairs, but if you cannot do stairs, it is not for you. The room was clean and pleasant.
This is an historic building so there is no elevator. The staff carried my bag upstairs, but if you cannot do stairs, it is not for you. The room was clean and pleasant.
10
Emily
30 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed 2 nights for work, but wish I could have stayed more. Hotel, room, and staff were great, tavern food was excellent with a huge beer selection, and surrounding area was interesting and fun, with lots of dining and shopping options. I will definitely be booking a room here again!
Stayed 2 nights for work, but wish I could have stayed more. Hotel, room, and staff were great, tavern food was excellent with a huge beer selection, and surrounding area was interesting and fun, with lots of dining and shopping options. I will definitely be booking a room here again!
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Cleanliness
Many guests found rooms clean, but several reported issues such as stained or tired carpets, musty odors, ants, or small maintenance oversights.
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10
Joseph
31 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean and comfortable place. Shower was nice and water was as hot as you want it to be. Great location and nice restaurant/bar on site. Was very happy with the stay.
Very clean and comfortable place. Shower was nice and water was as hot as you want it to be. Great location and nice restaurant/bar on site. Was very happy with the stay.
6
Diane
20 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful location. Room needed some updating. Carpet is indoor/outdoor with multiple stains. Both beds were very hard and had a terrible night sleep.
Beautiful location. Room needed some updating. Carpet is indoor/outdoor with multiple stains. Both beds were very hard and had a terrible night sleep.
6
Mary Nicole
19 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is great and the property is lovely - but the Haunted Porter room had ants and felt very musty, likely due to the air conditioning unit plus the rugs in the room (I stayed on particularly hot and humid nights). Also had a knock on the bedroom door in the middle of the night from a staff member at the adjoining restaurant saying I hadn’t paid a bill. I was never at the restaurant so she had the wrong room and she apologized, but getting awakened in the middle of the night is decidedly non-restful. The front desk was never manned during my entire stay – you had to go into the restaurant to find anyone to help you. Great location, but I’d like to see some improvements in the management before I’ll stay here again.
The location is great and the property is lovely - but the Haunted Porter room had ants and felt very musty, likely due to the air conditioning unit plus the rugs in the room (I stayed on particularly hot and humid nights). Also had a knock on the bedroom door in the middle of the night from a staff member at the adjoining restaurant saying I hadn’t paid a bill. I was never at the restaurant so she had the wrong room and she apologized, but getting awakened in the middle of the night is decidedly non-restful. The front desk was never manned during my entire stay – you had to go into the restaurant to find anyone to help you. Great location, but I’d like to see some improvements in the management before I’ll stay here again.
6
Ashley
11 May 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff is friendly and it's a convenient location but the room needs a make over. There was a leak right outside our door and the carpet looks really dirty and had a little smell. We had the maid sign out and we never received towel replenishment and no one ever came. No one was ever at the front to ask. We stayed from Friday to Sunday.
The staff is friendly and it's a convenient location but the room needs a make over. There was a leak right outside our door and the carpet looks really dirty and had a little smell. We had the maid sign out and we never received towel replenishment and no one ever came. No one was ever at the front to ask. We stayed from Friday to Sunday.
6
Susan
11 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location was great but unfortunately the parking is inconvenient. There is a 2 hour time limit so I kept having to move my car. The room was very nice but no real amenities. Also I didn’t expect a 3 story walk up and no elevator. All in all the rooms are clean and right in the center of town making shopping and walking easy.
The location was great but unfortunately the parking is inconvenient. There is a 2 hour time limit so I kept having to move my car. The room was very nice but no real amenities. Also I didn’t expect a 3 story walk up and no elevator. All in all the rooms are clean and right in the center of town making shopping and walking easy.
4
Marguerite
6 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The area is perfect and the staff very nice. The room was cute but small. The bed sat very high so you have to climb up into it and I'm a tall person. The toilet ran all night along and the handle was broke. The walls are very thin and we could hear the people in the rooms above and at the bar below very loudly through at least 3 am. So, was not able to sleep. I could see the benefits of cute historical building and nice area but I would not stay here again due to the noise, small/high bed, and desk in room was sticky.
The area is perfect and the staff very nice. The room was cute but small. The bed sat very high so you have to climb up into it and I'm a tall person. The toilet ran all night along and the handle was broke. The walls are very thin and we could hear the people in the rooms above and at the bar below very loudly through at least 3 am. So, was not able to sleep. I could see the benefits of cute historical building and nice area but I would not stay here again due to the noise, small/high bed, and desk in room was sticky.
6
Donna
14 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Location was good. Window blinds didn’t work. Should be cleaner.
Location was good. Window blinds didn’t work. Should be cleaner.
6
Miranda
29 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Cons: noise from tavern and street until late, no parking lot, bed hard as a rock Pros - very clean and nice staff, easy checking and checkout
Cons: noise from tavern and street until late, no parking lot, bed hard as a rock Pros - very clean and nice staff, easy checking and checkout
10
Don
2 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Clean rooms, friendly service, nice bar and nice area.
Clean rooms, friendly service, nice bar and nice area.
2
Irene
13 Feb 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Not what it used to be, food wasn’t good no continental breakfast as advertised broken curtains in our sweet coffee maker gross stains on rugs of our 240 night room very dissatisfied
Not what it used to be, food wasn’t good no continental breakfast as advertised broken curtains in our sweet coffee maker gross stains on rugs of our 240 night room very dissatisfied
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Rooms
Rooms are unique with historic character, but noise from the tavern and street can be disruptive late into the night; comfort varies, with some small layouts, hard or high beds, warm rooms, and mixed Wi-Fi/TV performance.
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Martha
24 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Liked the location, but very noisy till 2am due to loud band playing in bar. Thin walls due to age so voices and footsteps are loud. Helpful staff, comfortable bed, small room but good use of space, had everything I needed. Available street parking in front of hotel is a plus.
Liked the location, but very noisy till 2am due to loud band playing in bar. Thin walls due to age so voices and footsteps are loud. Helpful staff, comfortable bed, small room but good use of space, had everything I needed. Available street parking in front of hotel is a plus.
6
Nancy
5 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff was very nice, but the desk is not staffed and we had to go into the bar to find someone to check us in and answer questions. As someone else said, it's really a bar that rents rooms. We were directly above the bar and heard music through the floor until very late. Parking is insufficient and we ended up with a street-parking ticket.
The staff was very nice, but the desk is not staffed and we had to go into the bar to find someone to check us in and answer questions. As someone else said, it's really a bar that rents rooms. We were directly above the bar and heard music through the floor until very late. Parking is insufficient and we ended up with a street-parking ticket.
6
Cynthia
28 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The room was ok but not as pictured on the website. The biggest issue was that I could hear live music from the bar downstairs until 11am. Ate dinner at the Tavern and the burger was good.
The room was ok but not as pictured on the website. The biggest issue was that I could hear live music from the bar downstairs until 11am. Ate dinner at the Tavern and the burger was good.
4
Mary Ann
1 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was friendly and very accommodating. The Porter room was clean although a little tired looking. However, the music was pulsating from the bar until after 2am. I did not get to sleep until it was quiet. So. If you go there, I recommend hanging in the bar until closing, then get a good night's rest rest.
The staff was friendly and very accommodating. The Porter room was clean although a little tired looking. However, the music was pulsating from the bar until after 2am. I did not get to sleep until it was quiet. So. If you go there, I recommend hanging in the bar until closing, then get a good night's rest rest.
10
Marisa
19 Aug 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
We had a great stay at the Temperance for four nights. The owner was friendly and upgraded us for free because she had the space! Tip: we couldn’t hear any of the live music on Wednesdays from the downstairs bar from our room on the third floor, but you’d be able to hear it on the second floor. Fun to stay in a historical space right on the main street of Newtown.
We had a great stay at the Temperance for four nights. The owner was friendly and upgraded us for free because she had the space! Tip: we couldn’t hear any of the live music on Wednesdays from the downstairs bar from our room on the third floor, but you’d be able to hear it on the second floor. Fun to stay in a historical space right on the main street of Newtown.
8
Candice
24 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Everyone here is so nice, and the hotel itself along with the Tavern is extremely unique and awesome! The only issues we had was that there was really loud music coming from downstairs until about 2 or 2:30 in the morning which made it difficult to sleep, and the room got pretty warm since the AC unit was small and on the other side of the room. (That was to be expected due to the age of the property.) We would definitely come back here and adjust ourselves accordingly.
Everyone here is so nice, and the hotel itself along with the Tavern is extremely unique and awesome! The only issues we had was that there was really loud music coming from downstairs until about 2 or 2:30 in the morning which made it difficult to sleep, and the room got pretty warm since the AC unit was small and on the other side of the room. (That was to be expected due to the age of the property.) We would definitely come back here and adjust ourselves accordingly.
4
Marguerite
6 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The area is perfect and the staff very nice. The room was cute but small. The bed sat very high so you have to climb up into it and I'm a tall person. The toilet ran all night along and the handle was broke. The walls are very thin and we could hear the people in the rooms above and at the bar below very loudly through at least 3 am. So, was not able to sleep. I could see the benefits of cute historical building and nice area but I would not stay here again due to the noise, small/high bed, and desk in room was sticky.
The area is perfect and the staff very nice. The room was cute but small. The bed sat very high so you have to climb up into it and I'm a tall person. The toilet ran all night along and the handle was broke. The walls are very thin and we could hear the people in the rooms above and at the bar below very loudly through at least 3 am. So, was not able to sleep. I could see the benefits of cute historical building and nice area but I would not stay here again due to the noise, small/high bed, and desk in room was sticky.
2
Raphael
15 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Their warning that some tavern noise should be expected is greatly understated. The music from the live band at night was so loud that we could hardly hear our tv and could no way fall asleep after a long travel day. We checked out the very next morning explaining that the music was too loud. They offered a different room but given how loud the band was, we could not imagine that any of the rooms could be sufficiently quiet. We felt that we had a legitimate reason but they still charged us for a second night since we could not provide 24 hours advance notice. We therefore give them a one star rating. Of course, if you like loud live band music and going to bed late, then this place would be great.
Their warning that some tavern noise should be expected is greatly understated. The music from the live band at night was so loud that we could hardly hear our tv and could no way fall asleep after a long travel day. We checked out the very next morning explaining that the music was too loud. They offered a different room but given how loud the band was, we could not imagine that any of the rooms could be sufficiently quiet. We felt that we had a legitimate reason but they still charged us for a second night since we could not provide 24 hours advance notice. We therefore give them a one star rating. Of course, if you like loud live band music and going to bed late, then this place would be great.
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BRETT
23 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Poor internet but much worse is the VERY LOUD music in the bar until after 2:00 am. Guests cannot sleep. Bad idea putting a hotel above a loud bar with bands. Otherwise would be a good option.
Poor internet but much worse is the VERY LOUD music in the bar until after 2:00 am. Guests cannot sleep. Bad idea putting a hotel above a loud bar with bands. Otherwise would be a good option.
6
Mary Helen
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Location was perfect. Quaint area of Newtown. Bar was very loud. Our room was facing street above tavern and you could hear people talking loudly when they hung out in front of the tavern. There isn’t someone at hotel reception desk and
Location was perfect. Quaint area of Newtown. Bar was very loud. Our room was facing street above tavern and you could hear people talking loudly when they hung out in front of the tavern. There isn’t someone at hotel reception desk and
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Service
Staff are widely described as friendly and accommodating, yet the front desk is often unmanned and check-in or assistance is handled by bar staff, causing delays or occasional disturbances.
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Curt
3 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
My wife and I arrived at the Temperance House and approached the desk to check in. We waited, and waited, and waited. After 15-20 minutes I called the phone number on one of their business cards. The phone at the desk rang but so did someone else asking if she could help. I explained that we were trying to check in. We were told that someone would be there. We waited, and waited, and waited some more. I called the number again after a considerable wait time. The receptionist finally arrived and checked us in and showed us to our room. We learned that she was the bartender and also working the restaurant. This is an older establishment and I would be interested in hearing about its history. Our room was comfortable and clean.
My wife and I arrived at the Temperance House and approached the desk to check in. We waited, and waited, and waited. After 15-20 minutes I called the phone number on one of their business cards. The phone at the desk rang but so did someone else asking if she could help. I explained that we were trying to check in. We were told that someone would be there. We waited, and waited, and waited some more. I called the number again after a considerable wait time. The receptionist finally arrived and checked us in and showed us to our room. We learned that she was the bartender and also working the restaurant. This is an older establishment and I would be interested in hearing about its history. Our room was comfortable and clean.
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MIchael
21 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Most attentive staff! Restaurant and dinner comedy show were excellent. All around wonderful
Most attentive staff! Restaurant and dinner comedy show were excellent. All around wonderful
6
Nancy
5 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff was very nice, but the desk is not staffed and we had to go into the bar to find someone to check us in and answer questions. As someone else said, it's really a bar that rents rooms. We were directly above the bar and heard music through the floor until very late. Parking is insufficient and we ended up with a street-parking ticket.
The staff was very nice, but the desk is not staffed and we had to go into the bar to find someone to check us in and answer questions. As someone else said, it's really a bar that rents rooms. We were directly above the bar and heard music through the floor until very late. Parking is insufficient and we ended up with a street-parking ticket.
6
Mary Nicole
19 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is great and the property is lovely - but the Haunted Porter room had ants and felt very musty, likely due to the air conditioning unit plus the rugs in the room (I stayed on particularly hot and humid nights). Also had a knock on the bedroom door in the middle of the night from a staff member at the adjoining restaurant saying I hadn’t paid a bill. I was never at the restaurant so she had the wrong room and she apologized, but getting awakened in the middle of the night is decidedly non-restful. The front desk was never manned during my entire stay – you had to go into the restaurant to find anyone to help you. Great location, but I’d like to see some improvements in the management before I’ll stay here again.
The location is great and the property is lovely - but the Haunted Porter room had ants and felt very musty, likely due to the air conditioning unit plus the rugs in the room (I stayed on particularly hot and humid nights). Also had a knock on the bedroom door in the middle of the night from a staff member at the adjoining restaurant saying I hadn’t paid a bill. I was never at the restaurant so she had the wrong room and she apologized, but getting awakened in the middle of the night is decidedly non-restful. The front desk was never manned during my entire stay – you had to go into the restaurant to find anyone to help you. Great location, but I’d like to see some improvements in the management before I’ll stay here again.
10
DAMEION
1 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were welcoming and attentive. No issues with checking in or out. Nice location right in town.
Staff were welcoming and attentive. No issues with checking in or out. Nice location right in town.
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Deron
19 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Cannot say enough about how great the staff is at Temperance House. Everyone there treats you as though you're the only guest in the building. As far as the building, we loved the uneven floors and old-school character of the hotel. Made you feel like you traveled back in time. Would definitely stay there again.
Cannot say enough about how great the staff is at Temperance House. Everyone there treats you as though you're the only guest in the building. As far as the building, we loved the uneven floors and old-school character of the hotel. Made you feel like you traveled back in time. Would definitely stay there again.
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Joseph
31 Dec 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Great atmosphere with entertainment nightly. Staff very friendly. The only drawback is that they are shorthanded so the bartender has to do double duty as the front desk clerk. Overall great place.
Great atmosphere with entertainment nightly. Staff very friendly. The only drawback is that they are shorthanded so the bartender has to do double duty as the front desk clerk. Overall great place.
10
Alesia
15 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great historic house, quaintness found in every nook and corner. Michael was very friendly, helpful and made sure we had everything we needed.
Great historic house, quaintness found in every nook and corner. Michael was very friendly, helpful and made sure we had everything we needed.
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Emily
30 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed 2 nights for work, but wish I could have stayed more. Hotel, room, and staff were great, tavern food was excellent with a huge beer selection, and surrounding area was interesting and fun, with lots of dining and shopping options. I will definitely be booking a room here again!
Stayed 2 nights for work, but wish I could have stayed more. Hotel, room, and staff were great, tavern food was excellent with a huge beer selection, and surrounding area was interesting and fun, with lots of dining and shopping options. I will definitely be booking a room here again!
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Mary Helen
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Location was perfect. Quaint area of Newtown. Bar was very loud. Our room was facing street above tavern and you could hear people talking loudly when they hung out in front of the tavern. There isn’t someone at hotel reception desk and
Location was perfect. Quaint area of Newtown. Bar was very loud. Our room was facing street above tavern and you could hear people talking loudly when they hung out in front of the tavern. There isn’t someone at hotel reception desk and
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Location
Central, walkable location in Newtown/State Street near shops and dining, with a quaint, safe feel.
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John
31 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
all was fine. Never saw or heard any other guests while there. Newtown was quiet & quaint.
all was fine. Never saw or heard any other guests while there. Newtown was quiet & quaint.
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William
17 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Located in the heart of the town near restaurants and shops. Parking is convenient.
Located in the heart of the town near restaurants and shops. Parking is convenient.
10
Brendon
24 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
close to places in newtown
close to places in newtown
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Susan
11 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location was great but unfortunately the parking is inconvenient. There is a 2 hour time limit so I kept having to move my car. The room was very nice but no real amenities. Also I didn’t expect a 3 story walk up and no elevator. All in all the rooms are clean and right in the center of town making shopping and walking easy.
The location was great but unfortunately the parking is inconvenient. There is a 2 hour time limit so I kept having to move my car. The room was very nice but no real amenities. Also I didn’t expect a 3 story walk up and no elevator. All in all the rooms are clean and right in the center of town making shopping and walking easy.
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Cindy
12 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location
Great location
8
Halbert
27 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It’s fun staying in a b&b that is hundreds of years old. It’s beautiful. Just remember it is very old with floors that are uneven and steep winding stairs to get around. The staff is very friendly with a great bar and restaurant. If you have mobility issues with stairs or need large restrooms that are easily accessible, this is not the place for you. Had a great time.
It’s fun staying in a b&b that is hundreds of years old. It’s beautiful. Just remember it is very old with floors that are uneven and steep winding stairs to get around. The staff is very friendly with a great bar and restaurant. If you have mobility issues with stairs or need large restrooms that are easily accessible, this is not the place for you. Had a great time.
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DAMEION
1 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were welcoming and attentive. No issues with checking in or out. Nice location right in town.
Staff were welcoming and attentive. No issues with checking in or out. Nice location right in town.
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Karen
1 Jan 2023
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Stayed 19,357 nights
Town is adorable and location of inn is perfect. They were very accommodating.
Town is adorable and location of inn is perfect. They were very accommodating.
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Jeffrey
17 Apr 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff were exceptionally accommodating - the only issues being where reservations made through Expedia could not be altered by the property, although they were willing to do so. State Street is very walkable, with a number of local shops and dining options in addition to the restaurant at Temperance House itself. We appreciate unique older properties, and Temperance House was exactly that.
The staff were exceptionally accommodating - the only issues being where reservations made through Expedia could not be altered by the property, although they were willing to do so. State Street is very walkable, with a number of local shops and dining options in addition to the restaurant at Temperance House itself. We appreciate unique older properties, and Temperance House was exactly that.
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Anne
8 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Convenient! Right in the heart of Newtown.
Convenient! Right in the heart of Newtown.
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Dining
The tavern/restaurant earns frequent praise for good food, drinks, and entertainment. Several reviews note that the expected continental breakfast was not provided.
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Katherine
31 Mar 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The bar noise was very loud in room 5. We never received an answer to our query about a room change or the non-existent continental breakfast.
The bar noise was very loud in room 5. We never received an answer to our query about a room change or the non-existent continental breakfast.
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MIchael
21 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Most attentive staff! Restaurant and dinner comedy show were excellent. All around wonderful
Most attentive staff! Restaurant and dinner comedy show were excellent. All around wonderful
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Cynthia
28 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The room was ok but not as pictured on the website. The biggest issue was that I could hear live music from the bar downstairs until 11am. Ate dinner at the Tavern and the burger was good.
The room was ok but not as pictured on the website. The biggest issue was that I could hear live music from the bar downstairs until 11am. Ate dinner at the Tavern and the burger was good.
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Marie
2 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great place. Super nice staff. Bar and restaurant downstairs were perfect.
Great place. Super nice staff. Bar and restaurant downstairs were perfect.
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Liz
7 May 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Historic building. Very cool tavern with live music and good food. Staff was friendly and helpful. If you like blackout curtains- there aren't any. Also the info on the room door said continental breakfast. That didn't happen. Both days. So don't count on that but cute little coffee place next door, breakfast joint called Pat's down the street, and the Amish Market is easily walkable and they had all kinds of good stuff.
Historic building. Very cool tavern with live music and good food. Staff was friendly and helpful. If you like blackout curtains- there aren't any. Also the info on the room door said continental breakfast. That didn't happen. Both days. So don't count on that but cute little coffee place next door, breakfast joint called Pat's down the street, and the Amish Market is easily walkable and they had all kinds of good stuff.
10
Anthony
19 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Not crazy about parking a new car on the street. Restaurant dining was incredible at Temperance House. Really nice room and friendly staff.
Not crazy about parking a new car on the street. Restaurant dining was incredible at Temperance House. Really nice room and friendly staff.
8
Elizabeth
6 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Extremely unique property -- circa late 1700s. Every room is different and charming. Knowledgeable bartender makes a huge difference. Food was excellent.
Extremely unique property -- circa late 1700s. Every room is different and charming. Knowledgeable bartender makes a huge difference. Food was excellent.
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Robert
5 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I was only disappointed that I heard or saw no ghost, not really, it was a great stay. Bartender Nick was great too. I had a crab cake sandwich, which was delicious.
I was only disappointed that I heard or saw no ghost, not really, it was a great stay. Bartender Nick was great too. I had a crab cake sandwich, which was delicious.
10
Emily
30 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed 2 nights for work, but wish I could have stayed more. Hotel, room, and staff were great, tavern food was excellent with a huge beer selection, and surrounding area was interesting and fun, with lots of dining and shopping options. I will definitely be booking a room here again!
Stayed 2 nights for work, but wish I could have stayed more. Hotel, room, and staff were great, tavern food was excellent with a huge beer selection, and surrounding area was interesting and fun, with lots of dining and shopping options. I will definitely be booking a room here again!
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Irene
13 Feb 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Not what it used to be, food wasn’t good no continental breakfast as advertised broken curtains in our sweet coffee maker gross stains on rugs of our 240 night room very dissatisfied
Not what it used to be, food wasn’t good no continental breakfast as advertised broken curtains in our sweet coffee maker gross stains on rugs of our 240 night room very dissatisfied
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George
2 Sept 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The restaurant downstairs is GREAT! Good food and fun atmosphere. Our room was spacious and clean but a little dated. AC was cold and quiet and the property is centrally located in the historic downtown. Staff was friendly and helpful. Parking is in street, but we never had an issue.
The restaurant downstairs is GREAT! Good food and fun atmosphere. Our room was spacious and clean but a little dated. AC was cold and quiet and the property is centrally located in the historic downtown. Staff was friendly and helpful. Parking is in street, but we never had an issue.
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carrie
6 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The historical architecture is well preserved and the building is really cool. Safe neighborhood. Check out the tavern- super friendly bartenders! Room was clean and comfortable, however no toiletries (like not even a bar of soap) in the bathroom was a disappointment.
The historical architecture is well preserved and the building is really cool. Safe neighborhood. Check out the tavern- super friendly bartenders! Room was clean and comfortable, however no toiletries (like not even a bar of soap) in the bathroom was a disappointment.
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William
29 Jul 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
No wifi or parking but street parking was ok. Wifi would be good
No wifi or parking but street parking was ok. Wifi would be good
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Michael
26 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
This is my second time staying here. I love visiting, right in the middle of philly and new hope.
This is my second time staying here. I love visiting, right in the middle of philly and new hope.
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Mary
26 Jul 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Centrally located: friendly staff.
Centrally located: friendly staff.
FAQs about Temperance House
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 2:30 AM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 50, subject to availability.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property is not wheelchair accessible and does not have elevators. Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact the property in advance.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located within a 15-minute drive of Sesame Place and Newtown Theater, 10.7 miles from Peddler's Village, and 1.1 miles from Tyler State Park.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-11-12: 182.88417065922545USD
- 2026-11-13: 205.8258998328552USD
- 2026-11-14: 218.25487719831847USD
- 2026-11-15: 181.39166388565062USD
- 2026-11-16: 182.72522122947692USD
- 2026-11-17: 182.94685874711607USD
- 2026-11-18: 182.95221222875975USD
- 2026-11-19: 182.71267347912595USD
- 2026-11-20: 206.06483061611937USD
- 2026-11-21: 205.8258998328552USD
- 2026-11-22: 179.40839314814755USD
- 2026-11-23: 181.47791067036437USD
- 2026-11-24: 181.67693521664427USD
- 2026-11-25: 181.6512993013916USD
- 2026-11-26: 181.47791067036437USD
- 2026-11-27: 206.06483061611937USD
- 2026-11-28: 206.06483061611937USD
- 2026-11-29: 183.3250813808441USD
- 2026-11-30: 183.3250813808441USD
- 2026-12-01: 183.3250813808441USD
- 2026-12-02: 183.3250813808441USD
- 2026-12-03: 183.3250813808441USD
- 2026-12-04: 208.1991809964752USD
- 2026-12-05: 207.93841408776854USD
- 2026-12-06: 183.3250813808441USD
- 2026-12-07: 157.28903981716917USD
- 2026-12-08: 183.3250813808441USD
- 2026-12-09: 183.55205549217223USD
- 2026-12-10: 183.55205549217223USD
- 2026-12-11: 207.93841408776854USD
- 2026-12-12: 181.67693521664427USD
- 2026-12-13: 157.11668135137938USD
- 2026-12-14: 157.2378862023468USD
- 2026-12-15: 183.3250813808441USD
- 2026-12-16: 183.7021218577423USD
- 2026-12-17: 183.3250813808441USD
- 2026-12-18: 208.1991809964752USD
- 2026-12-19: 207.93841408776854USD
- 2026-12-20: 183.55205549217223USD
- 2026-12-21: 183.3250813808441USD
- 2026-12-22: 183.3250813808441USD
- 2026-12-23: 183.3250813808441USD
- 2026-12-24: 195.62397083116147USD
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- 2026-12-26: NO DATA
- 2026-12-27: 195.30936512283324USD
- 2026-12-28: 195.70898479518127USD
- 2026-12-29: 183.3250813808441USD
- 2026-12-30: 183.3250813808441USD
- 2026-12-31: 183.3250813808441USD
- 2027-01-01: 207.93841408776854USD
- 2027-01-02: 207.93841408776854USD
- 2027-01-03: 183.55205549217223USD
- 2027-01-04: 183.3250813808441USD
- 2027-01-05: 183.3250813808441USD
- 2027-01-06: 183.11965629972838USD
- 2027-01-07: 183.55205549217223USD
- 2027-01-08: 207.93841408776854USD
- 2027-01-09: 207.93841408776854USD
- 2027-01-10: 183.3250813808441USD
- 2027-01-11: 183.55205549217223USD
- 2027-01-12: 183.55205549217223USD
The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 2:30 AM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
- 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
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are not available.
- Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Free wi-fi
Laundry service
Designated smoking area
Concierge Services
Designated Smoking Areas (fines apply)
Parking (Self) (free)
Services
Laundry service
Designated smoking area
Concierge Services
Front Desk (limited hours)
Activities
Terrace
General
Designated Smoking Areas (fines apply)
Not Wheelchair Accessible
Parking
Parking (Self) (free)
Internet
Free wi-fi