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The Wayside Inn Bed & Breakfast

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in Ellicott City with free breakfast and free valet parking

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Experience a classic atmosphere in this traditional building, surrounded by a serene lawn and trees.
Experience the charm of a historic B&B in a beautifully maintained garden with lush greenery and vibrant flowers.
Escape to a serene oasis surrounded by lush greenery and a tranquil pond.
Relax in this inviting living room with a high ceiling fan, sofa, and coffee table, surrounded by large windows and a small Christmas tree.
Experience the warmth of a traditional space with a large mirror, chandelier, and comfortable dining area.

Popular amenities

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

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room (Terrace room)

Deluxe Room (Terrace room) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room (Terrace room)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Family Suite (Bettys suite)

Family Suite (Bettys suite) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

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
Separate bedroom
Day bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 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
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite (Pierpoint suite)

Deluxe Suite (Pierpoint suite) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

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
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 74 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room (Banneker room)

Room (Banneker room) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

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
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room (Ellicott Room)

Deluxe Double Room (Ellicott Room) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room (Ellicott Room)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
4344 Columbia Road, Ellicott City, MD, 21042-5910

What's nearby

  • Centennial Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Blandair Regional Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Patapsco Valley State Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • The Mall in Columbia - 5 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Merriweather Post Pavilion - 6 min drive - 4.5 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 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬6 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, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
  • 1 meeting room
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

Languages

English

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

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 at The Wayside Inn Bed & Breakfast?

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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The Wayside Inn Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 348 out of 594 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 594 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 594 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 594 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 594 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old in from the late 1800s and close to Ellicott city and airport
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

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

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast, congenial house.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just what we needed for the weekend!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our third stay at the Wayside Inn and we have had a wonderful experience each time. The owner, Joe, pays attention to detail, reviews breakfast menu options for your stay upon arrival, and is available for any questions. We highly recommend Wayside Inn, and look forward to your next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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

Daniel

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

Perfect weekend getaway!

Lovely weekend stay! Host was very friendly, bedroom was perfect for sleeping (comfy bed, quiet, and dark), bathroom was airy and spacious, and the gourmet breakfast was outstanding. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique - great breakfasts, not for anyone needing accommodations however.
Stayed 3 nights in May 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

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

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super host! Wonderful breakfast. Quite and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and bathroom were perfect and comfortable. Breakfast was the best I can recall I have ever had in a hotel. Wonderfully prepared meal in a serene dining area overlooking a pond. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

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

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Joe was a wonderful host. It was a beautiful place with lots of history, cozy and great breakfast! We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

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

Angelique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We came her for our anniversary. The breakfast every morning by the owner, Joe, was our favorite. The room was great too. We enjoyed the jacuzzi tub. We would go back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 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

amee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

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

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

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

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