Nothing beats this location, directly across the street from the beach, minutes from the Washington Mall, and within easy walking distance of restaurants and shops. The inn has genuine historic charm, from its classic atmosphere to the original manual elevator, and breakfast was excellent, especially enjoyed on the porch. The pool was also a nice amenity.
As with many historic properties, some areas could use updating and maintenance. We stayed in the suite for our first two nights, which was clearly in need of renovation, and the entry door to our room was very difficult to lock and unlock. After extending our stay, we moved to a King Ocean Room that had been updated and was in much better condition.
Overall, this is a very charming inn in an outstanding location. We would gladly return.