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Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast

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A historic house with a front porch, a red flag, and a sign indicating it offers bed and breakfast services. - Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast (New Bern)
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Located close to Isaac Taylor Garden and New Bern-Craven County Convention & Visitors Center, Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast provides free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace, and a garden. In addition to a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in New Bern Historic District, a neighborhood in New Bern, Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast is in a shopping district and near the beach. Pepsi Museum and New Bern Civic Theatre are cultural highlights, while Tryon Palace is a notable landmark. Don't miss out on a visit to Isaac Taylor Garden. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our New Bern travel guide
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215 Pollock St, New Bern, NC, 28560

What's nearby

  • A large brick building with a symmetrical facade, central entrance, and two chimneys.
    Tryon Palace
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • New Bern Riverfront Convention Center
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • New Bern-Craven County Convention & Visitors Center
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • New Bern Grand Marina
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pepsi Museum
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • New Bern Station
    5 min walk
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Crema Brew
    15 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    3 min drive
  • The Old Pinnix
    12 min walk
  • Freshwater Beer
    13 min walk
  • Thirsty Bruin Craft Beer and Wine
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Hosted evening meal available on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday for a fee of USD 130; reservation required

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Games
  • Library
  • Water sports equipment

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1853
  • Colonial architecture
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 5 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.00 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 11:00 PM
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.00 per night
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 130

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 5 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 8:00 PM–11:00 PM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast located?

Located in New Bern Historic District, this bed & breakfast is steps from Christ Church, Isaac Taylor Garden, and New Bern-Craven County Convention & Visitors Center. Pepsi Museum and New Bern Civic Theatre are also within 5 minutes. New Bern Station is only a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 222 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 222 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 222 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 222 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 222 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely well decorated and comfortable inn with great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful house in the heart of downtown New Bern. Room was very comfortable and breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Inside and out, the property fit in perfectly with the colonial historic downtown area. The hosts were exceptionally gracious and friendly! Will definitely stay here again if I’m in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The innkeeper was incredibly sweet and helpful. The B&B was very quiet and peaceful, yet conveniently located close to all the main tourist attractions in the area. The breakfast was absolutely amazing! We truly enjoyed our stay and would happily recommend this lovely B&B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, good breakfasts, ample parking and walking distance to restaurants,stores and bars.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

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Breakfast was fresh . Shops were nearby, also restaurants and activities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great breakfast, nice room, friendly host
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent B&B

Excellent B&B with charming hosts within walking distance to the entire town Great breakfast and parking on site Very comfortable bed in large rooms Will return and stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous place to stay. Great hosts, clean, delicious breakfasts and close to town and restaurants. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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The accommodations and staff were wonderful, location is great, everything was with in walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent BnB

Excellent amenities, location and service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful accommodations. Excellent location. Kind Innkeepers. All around and awesome experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property and location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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The owners and staff were very accommodating and pleasant! The property was in a great location and a well preserved pice of history!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Hospitality was great, rooms very well appointed and excellent breakfast and conversation with hosts and guests
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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This was a lovely bed & breakfast. Convenient to many restaurants shopping and historical sites via walking. The rooms are spacious clean and beautifully decorated The Innkeepers were welcoming and very knowledgeable about the history of the area Breakfast was delicious and healthy. Just perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very convenient to town for shopping & restaurants. Owners are great and property is very well maintained. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfectly perfect B&B

From start to finish, a wonderfully pleasant experience. Room was lovely and comfortable. Hosts were gracious and breakfast was quite tasty, my idea of a true B&B !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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I love that we were able to walk anywhere we wanted to go. Area restaurants were fantastic. The B&B was wonderful. Room was nicely decorated, the bed was very comfortable, and breakfast was delicious. We will certainly be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful historic home in a walkable area between the water and downtown shops and restaurants. Lovely furnishings and all the amenities you could need.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great B & B

Very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was great. This B & B is close to restaurants and shops. Very nice place and nice hosts. Would definitely recommend and stay again uf in the area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location for restaurants and all the local attractions. Parked our car at the B&B and walked the entire weekend. The owners could not of been more accommodating and the breakfast was to die for.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The owners were so nice and welcoming. This house is in the perfect location for getting around town.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautifully preserved historic home. Quaint, well appointed, and every detail considered to make your stay special. Loved the proximity to the main streets of New Bern. The owners were wonderful and breakfast was delicious! Makes you want to move there!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Weekend Trip

Wonderful location! Such a quaint place and very clean. Host was very sweet and accommodating. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024