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The Dawson House Bed & Breakfast

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Historic Charlottetown Waterfront

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Exterior
Romantic Double Room | Desk, free WiFi
Interior entrance
Dining
Flat-screen TV
The Dawson House Bed & Breakfast sits surrounded by upscale boutiques and serves breakfast highlighting local flavors daily. Guests appreciate the convenience of luggage storage available throughout their stay, making exploration of the town hassle-free.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Signature Double or Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi

Signature Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premier Double Room | Desk, free WiFi

Premier Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Double Room | Desk, free WiFi

Romantic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
122 N River Rd, Charlottetown, PE, C1A 3K8

What's nearby

  • Historic Charlottetown Waterfront - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Confederation Centre of the Arts - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Victoria Row - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Charlottetown Port - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • University of Prince Edward Island - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Charlottetown, PE (YYG) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swiss Chalet - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Kiwanis Dairy Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Papa Joe's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bombay Cuisine - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Dawson House Bed & Breakfast

Upscale bed & breakfast near Historic Charlottetown Waterfront
Close to Charlottetown Port, The Dawson House Bed & Breakfast provides amenities like free breakfast (local cuisine). Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at The Dawson House Bed & Breakfast have amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with bathtubs and toilet paper
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Heating, limited housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Property Registration Number 165306

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

The Dawson House

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dawson House Bed & Breakfast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Dawson House Bed & Breakfast?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Dawson House Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Dawson House Bed & Breakfast?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Dawson House Bed & Breakfast located?

Situated near the airport, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of Victoria Park and Historic Charlottetown Waterfront. Brighton Beach Range Front Lighthouse and St. James Presbyterian Church are also within 15 minutes.

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The Dawson House Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ericka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay and the host was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

GAYATRIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable vintage B&B that’s walkable to the historic downtown. Hostess Donna, was extremely friendly and helpful! Complimentary breakfast was wonderful. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was home made and served with elegance. Our hostess, Donna, was wonderful and very knowledgeable of places to visit. Bed was comfortable, internet access was secure and we had our own transportation but most of the downtown is walkable if you are able. We would certainly recommend the Dawson House as a go to place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Francine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place, location and host. Breakfast was good. A good shower soap is needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay! The property was spotless, comfortable, and ideally located close to downtown—making it easy to explore the area. Donna was a fantastic host—warm, welcoming, and full of great local tips. We felt right at home and would absolutely stay here again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful 1800s home, roomy and comfortable room, bed, etc. Good location in Charlottetown, close to the city center while also easily accessible from the countryside. Charming host who shared numerous good recommendations of things to see and places to eat. Delicious breakfasts. Highly recommended, we will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was an unbelievable property! Our room was to die for… Donna is one of the best hostesses you could ask for… breakfasts were unbelievable! I can’t say enough about the property or the accommodations! I would recommend to anyone going to Charlottetown!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location and beautiful home!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

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

Charming Gem

Absolutely lovely, heritage home! Donna makes you feel like you are at home with a wonderful hot breakfast. And if you have to leave early, she will pack you an excellent snack. Beautiful location, close to many histroic sites in town.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property, close to downtown so you can walk if you want.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Donna, the owner and our hostess, was a treat. Friendly greeting when we arrived, quickly checked us in, gave us info and a map with reco on where to go and what to do. Our room was quite large and very comfortable. I slept like a log! The homemade hot breakfast was delicious. The home's decor is lovely. Great front porch for sitting awhile. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for a wonderful stay! Everything was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

A lovely home with a lovely host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay at this historic B&B. The house is very well-maintained and modern, the innkeeper engaging without being overbearing. It is about a half mile walk to town or a 5 min car ride.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house itself is beautiful. We especially enjoyed the private balcony adjoining our room. Our host Donna made our stay enjoyable with her tour recommendations, her delicious breakfasts and the friendly atmosphere that she created.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The house retains its unique charm and style. It is definitely a place to experience when visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner friendliness, cleanliness and a great breakfast made our stay pleasant. Our 3rd floor room size was cozy and the stairs were a little slippery.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely home. Donna, the proprietor, is very accommodating and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Charming Charlottetown

Wonderful experience. Our hostess was helpful and prepared fabulous breakfasts each morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent host,Donna.Excellent breakfast (she rotates 5 different breakfasts).Excellent location easy to get too from the airport Built in 1865 therefore slated ceilings in bedrooms( watch your head,)needs small refig in bedrooms
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Donna is a great host. Very friendly. Found the house to be very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast! Over the top cleanliness of room and the entire home. Very friendly owner. Loved the fact that she sat in during breakfast and socialized with guests. Perfect location, walkable to town and restaurants. Would definitely stay there again and highly recommend Dawson House
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a lovey stay at Dawson house! Donna is very thoughtful and sweet, she is very welcoming, provided an excellent restaurant recommendation and made a delicious breakfast. We liked the room decor and the bed. The bed sheets were very comfy. The Dawson house has a sunning decor inside! It is kept very well. Don’t forget to try the pumpkin loaf!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A get a way @ the Dawson House is a gift to yourself We enjoyed a 2 night stay in Captains Room and were delighted w the attention to detail, the close proximity to downtown and other points of interest. The breakfast was not to be missed both delicious and beautifully presented The innkeeper was wonderful and quickly responded to any needs. We feel as though we made a friend and plan to return
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The house is charming, and the hostess (Donna) very gracious. Breakfasts (homemade) were also excellent. Our bedroom was beautifully decorated and comfortable. The garden is also lovely. It is a 15-20 minute walk from downtown Charlottetown, which is doable. (The only negative was climbing 4 sets of stairs to get to our room on the third floor.) Otherwise, great!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

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