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The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center

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Located close to American Shakespeare Center and The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library, The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center provides a grocery/convenience store, a terrace, and shopping on site. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Second Draft, the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a nightstand, and a mirror.

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden floor, a bed with a white and blue striped bedspread, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a mirror on the left wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with a view, and a mounted TV.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern living room with a sofa, a bench, a coffee machine, and a window.

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a wardrobe.

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Staunton, The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center is in the historical district and near a train station. Barren Ridge Vineyards and Valley Road Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gypsy Hill Park and Blue Ridge Parkway North Entrance. The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library and Mary Baldwin College are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Staunton travel guide
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301 Greenville Avenue, Staunton, VA, 24401

What's nearby

  • Staunton Railroad Station
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mary Baldwin College
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • American Shakespeare Center
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • R.R. Smith Center for History & Art
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Staunton Station
    13 min walk
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Green Room
    17 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    16 min walk
  • Thai Staunton Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Baja Bean Co.
    15 min walk
  • Wright's Dairy-Rite
    8 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 uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 4 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Second Draft

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1828
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Express 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

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 4 to 25 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center?

Check-in begins at 4 PM.

What time is check-out at The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library, Mary Baldwin College, and American Shakespeare Center. Gypsy Hill Park and Frontier Culture Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km). Staunton Station is 13 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 705 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1005 reviews

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8/10 Good

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Historic site, clean room, a good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great historical building and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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The history behind the whole complex is fascinating. It is a very nice hotel, and we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and friendly people
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful property and top notch breakfast though not included with the room. We stayed one night and it was useful for the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Home visit!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very interesting history with original touches intact — an uncommon stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good location clean historic property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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the perfect amount of hospitality, the check in was informative and intriguing while not being too pushy. great place to crash for the night!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place was cool. It is in what used to be a mental hospital. It’s supposedly haunted (I didn’t see any ghosts), so if you find that and the history interesting, you’ll like this place. The property is nice, the rooms are clean and comfortable. The building is very interesting. There are some original doors from when it was a hospital and prison. It’s so cool. Very nice hotel with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It is a very old Hotel, nicely renovated. As a result check-in is confusing & up many stairs. Not very friendly at check-in, but friendly when we left. We were away for a couple weeks and stayed at 5-6 hotels, and this was only one not to have complementary coffee in the morning & and surprisingly was the worst coffee we had.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had an excellent stay. Rooms so comphy. Staff all are GREAT. Thanks everyone for making for a great birthday.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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The property was clean and welcoming. The room was somewhat small (not unexpected in an historic building), We enjoyed our stay, and will consider the Blackburn when returning to Staunton in the future. One note for future guests, the floors on the first level can be quite chilly, so slippers are a must.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It is a beautiful, historic building on a campus of rolling hills..walking distance to town. It couldn't have been more lovely or the staff more friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Cool property, helpful staff, comfortable beds. Unfortunately had to switch rooms due to sheets not being clean. Frustrating after a long day of travel. But was handled promptly by staff on duty. Only other complaint is the morning noise. Historic old hardwood floors but if you’re on the 1st floor you wake up hearing all movement above you.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Large room. Huge bathroom. Bed is fairly comfortable. TV is all the way across the room and small-ish for the distance. Staff very helpful and friendly. Unbelievably quiet in the hallways and the room. Imagine a cross between staying in an upscale hotel meets staying at your friend's house; that's the vibe I got. It's all about the venue, but they don't promote the history of the building much. Worth the price I paid but not much more. Definitely will return, though.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A beautiful spot - incredibly renovated buildings - very polite and helpful staff. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was very helpful and attentive, room was clean and hotel was one of a kind
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great value for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Beautiful venue but my stay was difficult because what ever air freshener or cleaner they use was severely overpowering. It caused me to wake with a headache. The room was nice the staff was nice. But I probably would not book again because of the synthetic fragrance being so overpowering. It was in the hallway leading to my room and in my room also. It didn’t smell like a cleaner but more of an air freshener.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff is very friendly. Room is clean and neat. Our favorite surprise was the Art Gallery on the 3rd floor. Beautiful! The grounds are so well manicured, lovely to take a walk.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Unusual space in its current incarnation. Nicely appointed, very comfortable, cupola is an experience to climb and look out from, supports excellent local artists, deep history. Currently very nicely Maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My room was spacious. Bed was comfortable. Bathroom was particularly nice with plenty of room. I appreciate a shower with good water pressure, and my bathroom had that. Love the view from the cupola and walk surrounding it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Short visit but the property was well maintained. Front desk staff very friendly. Rooms were clean - some larger than other but all amenities needed were available.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great experience. Staff was super helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is an old-school inn in Staunton, which is a pretty town with lots of great restaurants. Both breakfast and dinner options were abundant. There was construction going on, involving the opening of a new building, but it did not impact my stay. This being Virginia, there was a smoking area on the end of the front porch, which felt quite genteel. Would stay again if the price is discounted.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026