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Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace
1 Queen Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Room sleeps 3 guests
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Premier Room, 1 King Bed
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed
1 Queen Bed
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed
1 Queen Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Get an overview of this hotel
Beach bed & breakfast with free breakfast and a bar

Popular property highlights

Breakfast included
Free self parking
Free WiFi
Pets allowed
Concierge services

Located in Tappahannock, The Essex Inn is in the historical district, within a 5-minute walk of Tappahannock Historic District and Rappahannock River Park. This beach bed & breakfast is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Marsh Street Park & Pool and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Coleman Island.

Make yourself at home in one of the 8 air-conditioned rooms featuring free minibar items and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and bathrobes. Conveniences include a turndown service and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.

Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of The Essex Inn. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 9:30 AM.

Featured amenities include a library and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.

Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

  • Concierge services
  • Total number of rooms - 8
  • Number of floors - 2
  • Number of buildings/towers - 2
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Television in common areas
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Free breakfast
  • Picnic area
  • Wedding services
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Free WiFi
  • Year Built – 1851
  • Number of meeting rooms - 1
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Free self parking
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Daily
  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Room Amenities

The Essex Inn offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with free minibar items and bathrobes. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

  • Air conditioning
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding
  • Turndown service
  • Premium TV channels
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Cable TV service
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Free WiFi
  • TV size (measurement) inch
  • Minibar (stocked, free items)
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Towels provided
  • Number of bathrooms: 1

Where to Eat

A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served each morning between 8 AM and 9:30 AM.

Nearby Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals on site

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 21

Check-in time ends at 7 PM

Check-out

Check-out time is 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 15.00 per stay
  • 2 total (up to 25 lbs per pet)
  • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

You need to know

Guests should be aware that several cats reside at this property.

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover.

No cots (infant beds) available

Pets allowed in specific rooms only

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cats reside on site

Fees

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 15.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Hotel Names

  • Essex Inn Tappahannock
  • Essex Tappahannock
  • The Essex Inn Tappahannock
  • The Essex Inn Bed & breakfast
  • The Essex Inn Bed & breakfast Tappahannock

We should mention

Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.

The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

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