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The Walnut Street Inn

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A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden flooring, a sofa, a coffee table, and a bar area with stools. - The Walnut Street Inn (Bloomington)
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a ceiling fan, a desk, and a sofa. - The Walnut Street Inn (Bloomington)
A modern bar area with wooden stools, a counter, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall. - The Walnut Street Inn (Bloomington)
A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table. - The Walnut Street Inn (Bloomington)
A room with a door labeled "Cedr" and a mirror on the wall. - The Walnut Street Inn (Bloomington)
Located close to Monroe County Courthouse and Wonderlab Science Museum, The Walnut Street Inn has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Walnut Room)

A room with a wooden floor, a bed, a desk, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Walnut Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Pine Room)

A room with two beds, wooden ceiling, and a patterned carpet.

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Pine Room)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Cedar Room)

A living room with a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and a rug. There is a painting on the wall and a wooden door frame.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Cedar Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Maple Room)

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and a nightstand.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Maple Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Lotus Room)

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a patterned rug.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Lotus Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Bloomington, a neighborhood in Bloomington, The Walnut Street Inn is in the entertainment district. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Visit our Bloomington travel guide
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130 N Walnut street, Bloomington, IN, 47404

What's nearby

  • A brick building with a sign reading "WonderLab."
    Wonderlab Science Museum
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A well-lit entrance with arched gateways and a brick pathway.
    Indiana University Bloomington
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Monroe County Courthouse
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Monroe Convention Center
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall
    4 min drive - 1.1 miles

Restaurants

  • Graduate by Hilton Bloomington
    3 min walk
  • Brothers Bar & Grill
    1 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    3 min walk
  • Yogi’s Bar & Grill
    2 min walk
  • Video Saloon
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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

Access methods

Access code

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30.00 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 30.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 30.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Walnut Street Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this guest house allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 30.00 per stay and a fee of USD 30.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Walnut Street Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Walnut Street Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Walnut Street Inn located?

Located in Downtown Bloomington, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Monroe County Courthouse, Wonderlab Science Museum, and Indiana University Bloomington. Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

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Reviews

The Walnut Street Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 265 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 265 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 265 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 265 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 265 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Shoshana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, clean, great location. No hassle/no contact check-in. Pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
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8/10 Good

barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique place to stay. Very easy to get to and lots of neat things in the area. Easy walk to everything. Much better to any chain. on the outskirts of the city or to any expensive place downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
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8/10 Good

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was only in town for a night, but the inn was the perfect convenient spot for my stay. The check in instructions were easy to follow, and the room was spacious and relatively quiet given the location. My only complaint is that the towels and bedding smelled a little musty, like they were folded while still damp. Other than that, it was a great, convenient, well-located place. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Virgil

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the worst hotel experience I’ve ever had. First, the “inn” is a small building on a very busy street. Very hard to find, and parking is very difficult. There is no staff on site, no elevator, very steep stairs, and no fire escape that I could find. The wifi didn’t work. I called the hotel (since there is no staff there) and spoke with Tiffany, who told me she “manages the hotel from home because “I’m busy taking care of six kids, I will try to get there in a few hours to check the wifi”. When I explained that I needed to get online for a meeting, she said “then you should go to a coffee shop”. If this wasn’t bad enough, the room I had faced a very busy intersection – cars were literally 30 feed from my window, honking at each other day and night. The “inn” is downtown, with lots of restaurants and bars around it, so there is noise nearly all day and night. The hotel’s approach to this problem: they provide earplugs for guests. The stay-at-home-mom/manager refused to give me a refund (“because we require seven days notice for refunds”) and was extremely unpleasant to speak with. Additionally, there is no elevator and the stairs are very steep. I have a hip problem and walking up and down the stairs was difficult. Parking is in a dirty and scary alley, and most of the spaces are full (don’t know whether they’re hotel guests or not). I wouldn’t want to be going to the alley late at night, and the inn conveniently doesn’t mention tha
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

CIARA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent space!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I adored this property. It was so conveniently located, so quaint, and a great value for the price. They had a nice common area and I kept hoping others would emerge from their rooms so we could enjoy it together! It was a little hard to find, since the signs are so tiny. The parking was also tricky, since you have to basically drive into an alley to find it, but so nice to have free parking available! I would definitely stay here again and have already recommended it to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for travelers looking to experience the heart of Bloomington.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved my stay here. I was in town for a friends wedding and stayed in the Walnut room, the place was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jenni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hidden gem in Bloomington within walking distance of everything we love to do.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful stay. We really appreciated being close to everything downtown!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique styling just as in the image. It was the exact room (I think they are all different). The room was very chilly when I arrived (freezing temperature outside), but there were three space heaters that very quickly warmed the room and were more than enough. The bed was a comfortable memory foam, but the pillows were cheap. A sitting chair, desk, and couch were also in the room. The bathroom was spacious and a mini refrigerator was included also. It is a small boutique hotel with only several rooms and two secure entrance at street level. The rooms are upstairs and there was no staff present while I was there. Entrance to the building and your room is extremely easy with a code emailed to you. Location was downtown restaurant/bar area and within walking distance to campus. I would definitely stay here again if I am in Bloomington.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a sweet space, and downtown Bloomington is great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
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8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a very charming and convenient place to stay in Bloomington. The room is spacious, clean and has lots of little thoughtful details. My only issue was the street noise at night from the local bars. Earplugs are provided, but I’m not comfortable wearing them. It quieted down after 2am. We did enjoy the convenience of being right in the town square.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved that everything was so convienent. The parking spaces are small but free and close so that was nice. It was nice to just have a code to enter the building and room without having to check in at a front desk. The room was was very spacious and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
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4/10 Poor

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The location is great, but I'm not sure I will return. The heat wasn't adequate to warm my room and their solution was to put 3 space heaters in the room, which I'm not sure is safe. The room hovered between 59-64 degrees. If you're not there in the winter, this probably won't be a problem. The door facing 6th street didn't work about half the time and I had to enter my code multiple times to get it to open. Not fun when you're carrying luggage in. The comforter had paw prints on it, so while everything looked clean, I had to wondered how that was missed. The cost was reasonable, but there are other options nearby (both locally owned and chains) that are similarly priced with a better experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved all of it, pricing, location and room. I wish more of the square had rooms for rent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

IU game

Very old, very clean, very quaint. I couldn't believe how shabby downtown Blooming is becoming. Graffitti on the walls and trash on the sidewalks.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick trip to the city. Close to the square with many places to eat and bars. Cozy rooms, easy check in by using the code provided by the staff. Love the style of our room, which was the Lotus Room. Maybe there could have been an extra towel or two in the room. Next time we come to Bloomington, we will look to book another room at the Walnut Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked to stay there, it was clean, like an apartment super private spacious for a vacation very comfortable thank you! I would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Louis

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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very unique property. If you are an introvert, this is the hotel for you. Sound was an issue but they provided ear plugs which did help. I think this is an issue only for the one room. Big room, loved the building, parking was easy. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a little hidden gem. Great location. Big room. Very clean. Quiet (the only sound was from the street so I’d imagine if you stay on a Friday or Saturday or game day it might be louder but they provide a white noise machine). The only criticism would be the need for an additional blanket, especially as we enter colder weather. It would also be appreciated if there were more than one roll of TP. But those two things are easily fixed. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

Great place to stay

Great location. The room was clean and cozy. I will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Zach M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It didnt feel much like a hotel. It felt more like an apartment!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeffrey S

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean. Spacious. All around a nice place. If you worry about security this might not be your spot as there were a number of times the front door was wide open and with no lobby presents an issue sometimes
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021