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Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast

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A cozy living room with a fireplace, a Christmas tree, and comfortable seating.
A dining room with a large wooden table set for six, surrounded by chairs. There is a blue-painted bookshelf to the left and a fireplace with a framed picture above it.
Porch
A historic house with a front porch, a red flag, and a sign indicating it offers bed and breakfast services.
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

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215 Pollock St, New Bern, NC, 28560
  • Place, New Bern Riverfront Convention Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, New Bern-Craven County Convention & Visitors Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pepsi Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪3 min drive‬

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • Garden view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Swannanowa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Coharie

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Exceptional
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  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Eno

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • Garden view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Chowan

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • Garden view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Waccamaw

Waccamaw

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a chair, a nightstand, a bedside table, a window with curtains, and a ceiling fan.

Little Coharie

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast

This bed & breakfast features coffee/tea in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and a meeting room. Free breakfast (local cuisine), free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, a library, and free newspapers are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast offers 8 accommodations with fireplaces and complimentary newspapers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and ceiling fans. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast, you're just a quick walk from Christ Church. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking.
  • Free local cuisine breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Free self parking
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Steps from Christ Church and Isaac Taylor Garden
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast. The bed & breakfast can provide concierge services and wedding services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial New Bern bed & breakfast.

Guests are served free local cuisine breakfast daily from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
A hosted evening meal is available for a surcharge on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Reservations are required.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Hosted evening meal available on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday for a fee of USD 130; reservation required

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Games
  • Library
  • Water sports equipment

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1853
  • Colonial architecture
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 5 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.00 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 11:00 PM
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.00 per night
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 130

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property does not have a front desk. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Children 5 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

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Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 192 out of 217 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 217 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 217 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 217 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 217 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property, clean comfortable rooms, great location, attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast was fresh . Shops were nearby, also restaurants and activities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spent a wonderful couple of nights here at this charming historic B&B. Location was great and the accommodations quite comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maclaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic, historic B&B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, good breakfasts, ample parking and walking distance to restaurants,stores and bars.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Neta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, nice room, friendly host
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deehan

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

Excellent B&B

Excellent B&B with charming hosts within walking distance to the entire town Great breakfast and parking on site Very comfortable bed in large rooms Will return and stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding experience. We’ll plan on going back soon.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

B.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful accommodations. Excellent location. Kind Innkeepers. All around and awesome experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gracie

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

Excellent BnB

Excellent amenities, location and service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous place to stay. Great hosts, clean, delicious breakfasts and close to town and restaurants. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The accommodations and staff were wonderful, location is great, everything was with in walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful home, delicious breakfasts and treats, great area to walk to everything we wanted to do!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tarzell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners and staff were very accommodating and pleasant! The property was in a great location and a well preserved pice of history!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful hosts, terrific information, very helpful interactions, and delicious breakfast. We will stay here again if we have a good fortune to return to New Bern.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are wonderful and helpful, and breakfast was delicious!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Vernon

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, charming property, good price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was fantastic and better than many restaurants would serve!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bradford M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hospitality was great, rooms very well appointed and excellent breakfast and conversation with hosts and guests
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Charming B&B!

We had a brief stay but it was very relaxing and pleasant, and a fun small town with lots of nearby fun!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James and Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely bed & breakfast. Convenient to many restaurants shopping and historical sites via walking. The rooms are spacious clean and beautifully decorated The Innkeepers were welcoming and very knowledgeable about the history of the area Breakfast was delicious and healthy. Just perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025