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The Wayside Inn Bed & Breakfast

3.5 star property
History comes alive at this welcoming bed and breakfast where guests feel right at home amid thoughtful touches in every room and common area.

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Located in the historical district, The Wayside Inn Bed & Breakfast serves a full breakfast daily and offers a cozy garden for relaxation. Guests appreciate the reliable high-speed WiFi, can enjoy quiet moments on the terrace, or catch up on work at the business center.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

View all photos for Family Suite (Bettys suite)

Family Suite (Bettys suite) | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Suite (Bettys suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Day bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room (Banneker room)

Room (Banneker room) | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room (Banneker room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room (Ellicott Room)

Deluxe Double Room (Ellicott Room) | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room (Ellicott Room)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Design Room (Margos suite)

Flat-screen TV, printers

Design Room (Margos suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite (Pierpoint suite)

Deluxe Suite (Pierpoint suite) | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Suite (Pierpoint suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room (Terrace room) | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room (Terrace room)

Highlights

Terrace
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Ellicott City, The Wayside Inn Bed & Breakfast is in the historical district and near the airport. Merriweather Post Pavilion and CFG Bank Arena are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina and Baltimore Cruise Terminal. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oriole Park at Camden Yards or M&T Bank Stadium. Visit our Ellicott City travel guide
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4344 Columbia Road, Ellicott City, MD, 21042-5910

What's nearby

  • Centennial Park
    Centennial Park
    2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Merriweather Post Pavilion
    Merriweather Post Pavilion
    5 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Bon Secours
    3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Howard County Welcome Center
    4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Blandair Regional Park
    4 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Elkridge Dorsey Station
    13 min drive
  • Baltimore Washington Intl. Airport (BWI)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    5 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
  • Hoco Brewhive
    5 min drive
  • Subway
    3 min drive

About this property

The Wayside Inn Bed & Breakfast

Bed & breakfast near Merriweather Post Pavilion
Consider a stay at The Wayside Inn Bed & Breakfast and take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and a business center are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Express check-out, 1 meeting room, and barbecue grills
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at The Wayside Inn Bed & Breakfast have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with jetted tubs and rainfall showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free secured, uncovered valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Printer
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Wayside Ellicott City
Wayside Inn Bed & Breakfast
Wayside Inn Bed & Breakfast Ellicott City
The Wayside & Ellicott City
The Wayside Inn Bed & Breakfast Ellicott City
The Wayside Inn Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast
The Wayside Inn Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast Ellicott City

Frequently asked questions

Is The Wayside Inn Bed & Breakfast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Wayside Inn Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Wayside Inn Bed & Breakfast?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Wayside Inn Bed & Breakfast located?

Situated near the airport, this bed & breakfast is within 3 mi (5 km) of Centennial Park, Howard County Welcome Center, and B&O Railroad Station Museum. Patapsco River and Benjamin Banneker Historical Park & Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Wayside Inn Bed & Breakfast Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 361 out of 610 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 610 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 610 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 610 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 610 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lots of charm and convenience to travel to the area attractions etc
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved staying here! The host is so nice and breakfast was delicious. The room was clean and I’d definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

willie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historical building. Kindly owner. great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reshma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay Very quiet Delicious breakfast The inn keeper, Joe, was amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A wonderful old house that has become a B&B. We had our own private bath, even showering in a claw-foot tub! We concluded our stay with a fabulous breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my night here! The room had so much charm, and the jetted tub and waterfall shower were lovely! The bed was very comfy and we slept very well! Breakfast was prompt and delicious! Joe was very accomodating! I would absolutely love to stay again, especially in the winter months when we could use the fireplace as well! Thanks for a lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Maia

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Unfortunately, the Terrace Room did not match the impression given by the website photos and did not meet expectations for the $239-per-night rate. The room is on the ground floor with a private entrance (which was great!), but it is located directly beside the owner’s suite, with the terrace facing the entrance to the owner’s residence. As a solo traveler, this setup made me feel uncomfortable and I did not want to utilize the sitting area. There were also cleanliness issues, including noticeable brown stains on the curtains, red stains on the carpet, and tears and hairs in the sheets.
Brown stains on the curtains
Red stains on the carpet
Tears in the sheets
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old historic house. Lovely inn keeper who makes sure you are comfortable. Quiet facility but close to highway so easy to get to!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Place

Great old house and location. Joe was a gracious host and fantastic cook. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

The entire experience is unique, comfortable, and lovely, both building, grounds, and furnishings.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner is so friendly and helpful. As soon as you walk through the door, you feel you're at home. Will definitely be back for another stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old home. The inn keeper was very accommodating and the breakfast was good. Quiet area close to Ellicott city.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Has a warm home environment, beautiful historic house. Natural grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed one night in the family suite. The home is so charming!! Our bed was incredibly comfortable and I slept like the dead. The breakfast was delicious, as well. Also appreciated the VIP comp of sparkling wine. I’d stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect getaway

Well worth the getaway. Joe was engaging and provided a beautifully presented and delicious breakfast. Looking forward to a return engagement!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Cay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comforts of a Bed & Breakfast

Nice change from staying in a hotel. Host was very friendly and historically informative. Breakfast offerings were very satisfying. Bed & room were very comfortable. If using stairs is of a concern, there is no elevator option.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Wayside Inn in Ellicott City, MD is a beautiful 18th century home. The owner / host is great. We stayed on the third floor. Even though it is very close to a freeway, we were not bothered by any noise. The food was delicious. Our group of three had a small separate dining room to ourselves. The home is charming and full of period pieces, but bathrooms have been modernized and the beds were very comfortable. This was much more fun than being in a hotel. Definitely worth checking out.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Way Side Inn is a fantastic place to stay. Joe is such an engaged innkeeper. He was attentive and spent time chatting during our delicious breakfast. The bed was so comfy. The shower was very nice. We loved seeing the huge oak tree. Joe was happy to fill us in on the history of the inn. We felt safe and like we had stepped back in time to a slower time.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful quiet neighbor with a friendly host. Joe was very helpful and served a hardy breakfast. He helped me with bringing my luggage up to my room. Thanks for that.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quaint little B&B. Breakfast was delicious, room was a good size, parking was easy, and host was great. It's an older property and had older (1980's?) soft furniture (couches) which made the whole place smell a bit like my grandmothers house. I was surprised that in early Oct that there wasn't a place to sit. It looked like the outside are was shut down for the season.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming Historic Stay

Got in very late (1am) and Joe was super accommodating! We slept well in the comfortable bed on the 3rd Fl (Betty’s room). This B&B is so charming, I think it’s from 1790! The next day we explored Old Elicott Coty and went to a show at Post Merriweather Pavillion. The breakfast the next day was delicious and huge! Joe gave us some history and it was fun hearing his story! Would def stay again! No elevators for those who can’t do stairs just an FYI.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historical home Joe our host is very attentive and clearly cares about his property and guests. We saw deer early in the morning in the peaceful garden. Our room was very spacious with a living area. The home is cozy but could use a deep clean as we noticed a bit of dust on the decorations in our room but overall the property is kept well. Joe made a point to keep guests segregated during breakfasts as it seems people in that area are still keeping the Covid era alive. Disappointing as one reason to stay at a B&B is to meet new friends when traveling. Overall a nice experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A nice stay!

I had an overall good experience at the wayside Inn. I just felt like it was dated and sort of disjointed. For example, a massage chair In the living room seemed very out of place. There was also some Christmas decorations still up That just seem to be forgotten and it is September. However, it was the most comfortable bed. I have slept iin a very long time! Joe was very nice and the end was special. I just think it would take not a lot of effort to make it seem more charming. I would still say again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A nice comfy getaway in Ellicott City

We enjoyed our brief 1-day stay at the Wayside Inn in Ellicott City, MD. Joe the Innkeeper was gracious, welcoming, and attentive and offered insights regarding the history of the B&B and prior owners who essentially established the inn. The features of the inn were consistent with many online reviews. Our room, the Pierpoint deluxe suite, was specious and comfortable. A really nice poster bed and great shower. The views were also nice. Wish it had been winter and we could have used the fireplace. As noted in other reviews, the floors were extremely squeaky, though to be expected from a historic building. Staircase could be a little tricky for older guests, though we were fine. Breakfast was quite tasty and Joe was proud of his culinary skills. It would have been great if more tea choices were available, and other amenities like espresso. Entrance and front and backyards could benefit from maintenance to remove overgrown flora and enhance the beauty of the property. Lastly, wishing that the owner had more branded mugs in stock (like other B&Bs we have stayed at) so that we could have purchased as a keepsake and helped promote his brand… Thanks to Joe for his hospitality!
Pierpoint Suite
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025