The Essex Inn: Deals & Reviews (Tappahannock, USA)

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Beach bed & breakfast with free breakfast and bar/lounge

Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen | Living area

Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Private kitchen

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Breakfast included

Housekeeping

Pet-friendly

Bar

Air conditioning

Parking included

Explore the area

203 Duke St, Tappahannock, VA, 22560

Tappahannock Historic District
3 min walk
Rappahannock River Park
4 min walk
Marsh Street Park & Pool
10 min walk
A.P. Hill Army Airfield (APH)
37 min drive

Room options

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Balcony

Separate dining area

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Free minibar items

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Ceiling fan

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Free minibar items

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Ceiling fan

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Free minibar items

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Ceiling fan

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Patio

Separate dining area

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Free minibar items

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Ceiling fan

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Similar properties

Pool

Pet-friendly

Parking included

Free WiFi

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

About the area

Tappahannock

At The Essex Inn you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Tappahannock Historic District and Rappahannock River Park. Highlights at this beach B&B include free cooked-to-order breakfast, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a library. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Tappahannock B&B include Marsh Street Park & Pool and within 30 minutes you'll find Coleman Island.

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What's nearby

Tappahannock Historic District - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Rappahannock River Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Coleman Island - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Hobbs Hole Golf Course - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
Riverside Tappahannock Hospital - 7 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
‪The Daily - ‬10 min drive
‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
‪Dq Grill & Chill - ‬8 min drive
‪Hunan Village - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Essex Inn

Beach bed & breakfast with free breakfast and bar/lounge

There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at The Essex Inn. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Tappahannock bed & breakfast.

8 guestrooms or units

2 levels

2 buildings

Built in 1851

Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)

Deli

Coffee in lobby

Concierge

Wedding services available

Library

Garden

BBQ grill(s)

Outdoor picnic space

Fireplace in lobby

Television in lobby

Smoking in designated areas

Bar or lounge

1 conference room

The Essex Inn offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with free minibar items and complimentary dressing gowns. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9:30 AM
A bar/lounge
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli

Guest services

Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Turndown service
Wedding services

Business services

Meeting room

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Garden
On a river
Picnic area

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

2 buildings
2 floors
Built in 1851
Designated smoking areas
Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Free stocked minibar

More

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property for check-in information

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Guests should be aware that cats reside at this property

For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets: USD 15 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 15.00 per stay
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 25 lb per pet)
Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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.

Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the 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.

We should mention

Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Essex Inn Tappahannock

Essex Tappahannock

The Essex Inn Tappahannock

The Essex Inn Bed & breakfast

The Essex Inn Bed & breakfast Tappahannock

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Essex Inn?

The Essex Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Essex Inn?

Yep, The Essex Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Essex Inn?

The closest beach to The Essex Inn is Colonial Beach (36.8 km).

What makes The Essex Inn a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Essex Inn.

Does The Essex Inn serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily between 8 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Essex Inn?

No, The Essex Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Essex Inn?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

The Essex Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities