Albemarle Inn - Asheville, Asheville

Albemarle Inn - Asheville, a historic Greek Revival mansion with gardens, gourmet breakfast, and proximity to Biltmore Estate

Albemarle Inn - Asheville, a 2-star property rated 9.1/10 on Booking.com, is a Classic Greek Revival mansion built in 1909, featuring Corinthian columns and a stone veranda. The inn offers 11 uniquely decorated rooms with amenities like claw-foot soaking tubs, walk-in showers, fireplaces, and private balconies overlooking gardens or the Blue Ridge Mountains. A gourmet breakfast is served daily on the sun porch or in-room, with options like baked goods, yogurt, and fresh fruit. Located in the Grove Park District, the property is 3.2 km from downtown Asheville and 4.8 km from Biltmore Estate, with easy access to the Blue Ridge Parkway and Pisgah National Forest. The Albemarle Inn provides in-room massages, pet-friendly accommodations (for a fee), and event spaces for weddings or private gatherings.

Pros

The historic Greek Revival mansion features elegant period decor and a tranquil garden setting.

Gourmet breakfast is served daily, with options for in-room dining or on the sun porch.

Proximity to downtown Asheville, Biltmore Estate, and the Blue Ridge Parkway makes it convenient for exploration.

Pet-friendly rooms are available for travelers with small dogs (under 50 lbs).

Rooms include unique amenities like fireplaces, claw-foot tubs, and private balconies.

Cons

Some rooms have shared or compact bathrooms, which may not suit all guests.

The inn's historic architecture means no elevators are available for upper-floor rooms.