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Fife And Drum Inn

3.0 star property
Central Williamsburg bed & breakfast connected to a shopping center, steps from Merchants Square

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The Fife And Drum Inn, in the heart of Williamsburg, serves continental breakfast daily. Guests enjoy free WiFi while relaxing in the lobby by the cozy fireplace or on the charming terrace. Governor's Palace and the College of William and Mary are just steps away.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
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  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
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  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
441 Prince George Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23185

What's nearby

  • College of William and Mary - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Merchants Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Duke of Gloucester Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Governor's Palace - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Walter J. Zable Stadium at Cary Field - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Williamsburg Transportation Center - 6 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Cheese Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Precarious Beer Hall - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Berret's Seafood Restaurant and Taphouse Grill - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Fife And Drum Inn

Bed & breakfast near Merchants Square
Located close to Governor's Palace and College of William and Mary, Fife And Drum Inn provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a library. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A TV in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and concierge services
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, tour/ticket assistance, and a water dispenser
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and designer toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desk chairs

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1999
  • Colonial architecture
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival 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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 8 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 8 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 8 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Drum Inn
Fife & Drum Inn
Fife & Drum Inn Williamsburg
Fife Drum Williamsburg
Fife Inn
Fife Drum Inn Williamsburg
Fife Drum Inn
The Fife Drum Inn
Fife And Drum Inn Williamsburg
Fife And Drum Inn Bed & breakfast
Fife And Drum Inn Bed & breakfast Williamsburg

Frequently asked questions

Is Fife And Drum Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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

What time is check-in at Fife And Drum Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Fife And Drum Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Fife And Drum Inn located?

Located in Colonial Williamsburg, this bed & breakfast is steps from Merchants Square and College of William and Mary. Governor's Palace and Williamsburg Premium Outlets are also within 6 mi (10 km). Williamsburg Transportation Center is 6 minutes by foot.

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Fife And Drum Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 327 out of 792 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 315 out of 792 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 792 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 792 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 792 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hostess Close proximity to Colonial Williamsburg Amazing room
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a welcome retreat after days in large chain hotels. Felt like we had been transported to a simpler time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We always enjoy staying at Fife & Drum!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

Colonial williamsburg

The staff was friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Also quit to get everything that we had needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a amazing place, great location! Room was spacious with nice amenities. I would recommend this facility to anyone visiting Williamsburg
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Woosuk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is fantastic! Very friendly and considerate.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for exploring Colonial Williamsburg and William & Mary! The hosts were great, the room was very quiet and comfortable, and the continental breakfast was excellent. We will definitely come back and stay again. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Staff & service
Essentially a nice B&B on second floor above businesses on Prince George St. (across from Baskin Robbins and Blue Talon). Good continental breakfast, good parking options and very close to W&M. Great location for Colonial Williamsburg.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've been to Williamsburg several times and The Fife & Drum is my favorite place to stay. The location is perfect to explore Colonial Williamsburg and the campus of W&M. The owners and staff make you feel so welcome and at home. The rooms are absolutely beautiful, comfortable and have all the amenities you need for your stay. I'm already planning my next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

short getaway

We have stayed at the Fife and Drum before and enjoyed ourselves. Its centrally located within walking distance to great shops and restaurants. Billy (the owner) is always kind and helpful and very knowledgeable about the area. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Fife and Drum is a charming inn right in the middle of Colonial Williamsburg. It’s a little old and creaky, but that’s part of the rustic experience. My wife and I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, helpful staff, very clean. Basic breakfast included was tasty, though a bit limited. Pleasant terrace adjacent to dining area for breakfast or relaxation. Bed a bit firm for my tastes, but overall would not hesitate to stay again and definitely recommend Fife & Drum.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lauren

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

Convenient spot

Comfortable and convenient. Felt more like a small hotel than a B&B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Richard W

Fantastic B&B. The owners run it on daily basis and don’t miss a sign to detail. Friendly, knowledgeable and well managed!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at Fife and Drum. Very quaint Inn in the heart of Colonial Williamsburg. Able to walk everywhere. Our host Bill was charming, informative and very helpful. Coffee and a variety of breakfast items served in dining area. Would definitely recommend a stay there!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly & knowledgeable innkeeper. Immaculate.

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice B&B! The proprietors take great care to ensure their guests are comfortable. Fife and Drum’s location makes it very easy to walk to everything you want to see in Williamsburg. I would recommend without hesitation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hard to find, easy to hear others walking ont floors. Room was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Enjoyed the neighborhood

Proximity to the colonial area of Williamsburg is a big plus for this Inn. But also to the lovely restaurants of Dog St. and Merchant Square. We had excellent lodgings in a lovely relaxed environment on the second floor of one of the retail bulidings on the corner. If you cannot climb stairs, this Inn is not for you, but otherwise, I believe anyone would enjoy the coffee area, good beds, and quaint surroundings and colonial themed furnishings of the rooms and the breakfast/lobby area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at this property several times, and I will continue to stay here whenever I am in Williamsburg. The rooms are neat, clean, and comfortable. The rooftop patio area is divine. You can't beat the location for walkability to the historic area and Market Square shops. The continental breakfast is ample, but if you want a full breakfast there is a divine coffee shop next door. My only suggestion is that the TV sets should be replaced with ones that have larger screens, but who comes to Williamsburg to watch tv?

4/10 Poor

Betty

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I expected much more for the price, almost $400 for 3 adults it was shabby, tired, and there was no real breakfast. It was not dirty but impossible/inadequate for 3 adults. Uncomfortable. Inn keeper was kind.

4/10 Poor

joanne

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The photo of the property on their website is misleading, it shows a corner building which leads you to think the entire building is the Inn. After finally locating the Inn which is only identifiable via a small flag, you are faced with a steep staircase (17) steps to enter the Inn which is on the second floor of the building. We were an older couple and had to carry our luggage up and down the steep staircase (not mentioned in the website). What would a handicapped person do? False advertising at its worse.Also, housekeeping service was only available if you requested it,fortunately we had otherwise we would have to make our own bed and replace towels on our own.What a ripoff.Also the room and tv were miniscule, the tv was about a 10 inch screen, shall I go on?
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very historical area, there are lots of things to see. Easy to walk to all the locations. Good food and the Fife And Drumm Hotel were great. Parking is included.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

robert

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

Great Location In Williamsburg

Fife & Drum is in a great location. We were able to walk to the historic Williamsburg area, and many restaurants in under 5 minutes. The innkeeper, Mr. Scruggs, is very helpful with info about ticketing, in addition to baggage. We had a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
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