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Reviews of Lafayette Inn

3 out of 5
Lafayette Inn
146 E Main St, Stanardsville, VA

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 216 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 216 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 216 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 216 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 216 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peggeen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from A&K on 19 Dec 2023
Thanks

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, very comfortable. Location was great for us, short drive to our destination. Very friendly staff, easy to talk to and share thoughts. Breakfast was a real one, not a buffet that you get at all the chain hotels. Dinner was high quality and the fillet medallions were some of the best I've ever had. Thank you for a wonderful stay, hope to see you again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from A&K on 28 Nov 2023
Appreciated your investing your time with us as well. We DO hope to see you again.

8/10 Good

DesRae

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from A&K on 19 Dec 2023
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from A&K on 23 Nov 2023
Thanks

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Allen and Kaye were great! The perfect Hosts! Property was very cool and historical. Loved Dicey's Cottage ( Our specific accommodation) Food was excellent and Breakfast each morning was Very Good. Just the type of place we love to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from A&K on 23 Nov 2023
Appreciated- come back and see us!

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from AP on 1 Nov 2023
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

marisol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was impeccable. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from A&K on 15 Oct 2023
Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Talana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, safe area.Staff are so friendly, respectful and welcoming! They go above and beyond to make you feel right at home and comfortable. Suites are fabulous! Especially the double firplaces. Beds socomfortable. Felt so at home and relaxed, hated to leave. Definitely 5 Star!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from A&K on 14 Oct 2023
Thank you for your Mother/Daughter trip- we are glad you had a good time and included us!

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a pleasant treasure! My wife and I recently stayed here and had a wonderful time. The owners are quite friendly. Our cottage was very comfortable and clean for our visit. The breakfast was awesome. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from AP on 26 Sept 2023
Thank you! Come back soon...

10/10 Excellent

ivana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing experience !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from AP on 26 Sept 2023
Appreciated!

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from A&K on 19 Sept 2023
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from A&K on 10 Sept 2023
Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is from 1890. You feel like you have stepped back n time with modern conveniences. We stayed in Washington Suite. We ate dinner in the restaurant and food was high end and wonderful. We had scallops and shrimp pasta.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from AP on 26 Sept 2023
Awesome!

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from A&K on 26 Aug 2023
Thank you...

10/10 Excellent

Dawnette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best inn ever in the middle of nowhere
We loved everything about this hotel. The staff, the food, the historic atmosphere and the kitty colony.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from A&K on 22 Aug 2023
Thank you- we enjoyed your company and look forward to your returning!

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from AP on 27 Sept 2023
Thank you- we hope to see you again!

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The food was very good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from A&K on 1 Aug 2023
Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great historic inn, comfortable rooms , great food , awesome breakfast and very nice hosts. Close to outdoor activities including the NP
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from A&K on 31 Jul 2023
Thank you Andrew!

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
LOVED IT
Loved everything about it; location, felt safe, The owners went above and beyond to give us everything we needed or wanted. That included ice for our cooler every day. The breakfast was the best I'd had in a long time. Especially the French toast and scrambled eggs. It was well above my expectations. Will definitely stay there when in the area again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from A&K on 27 Jul 2023
We so enjoyed having you visit as well. We wish you safe travels...and return travels! :)

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked this quaint historic inn and will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from A&K on 27 Jul 2023
Appreciated- we are glad you enjoyed our Inn and look forward to your return some day!

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect for a Weekend Getaway
The Lafayette is both a well-preserved and maintained historical property and high-quality restaurant. Having both of these things in one place is fantastic. My husband and I stayed overnight (celebrating our anniversary), ate dinner at the restaurant and then had breakfast there too (included in the cost of our room). It was so convenient to eat at the best restaurant in town and then head to our room…in the same building. I don’t believe I’ve ever stayed anywhere before where a high-quality, cooked-to-order sit-down restaurant breakfast was included complimentarily with the (very reasonable) cost of the room, but that was the case here. In addition to the accommodations and food being excellent, so was the service—everyone we met was so pleasant. Our server at the restaurant during dinner was particularly friendly (and very attentive). On top of it all, the inn is conventionally located close to the Shenandoah National Forest and a huge number of wineries. It’s a perfect weekend getaway and the surrounding countryside is gorgeous. Our room was very clean, and the bed was comfortable. Would recommend for sure.
The dining room where we enjoyed dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from A&K on 4 Jun 2023
Thank you for your kind review. It's what we work toward...but nice when I hear from guests it's working.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Excellent, quiet place to stay, with a friendly staff. Then, in the morning - fantastic breakfast that you can choose from four options, all made fresh, is included in the stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from A&K on 4 Jun 2023
Our delight- Thanks for your visit...(and come again!)

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful suite. Very nice owner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from A&K on 4 Jun 2023
Thanks...(and very nice guest too :))

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I really enjoyed my stay at Lafayette. the Wilson suite was comfy, food was very good - the breakfast omelettes are HUGE! - and the owners were very welcoming and gracious. I would definitely return for another stay when visiting Shenandoah National Park!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from A&K on 21 May 2023
Thanks Tracy- We hope you return for more hikes...and time at the Inn!

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed overnight convenient to Harrisonburg to attend two days of our granddaughter’s graduation ceremonies. Unfortunately we had to leave before breakfast. Tyler would be improved by two things, a 60” TV on the mantle in the bedroom and improved lighting in the sitting room to enable newspaper and books to be read. Jack and Di LEESBURG, VA
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from AP on 17 May 2023
Thank you for your feedback- brighter bulbs already installed as a result.

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Dicey Cabin. It was roomy and clean. The only thing we would have added would be blackout blinds for the bedroom. Otherwise great stay, wonderful breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from AP on 17 May 2023
Thank you for your feedback. We have blackout shades- but admit...often forget to pull down. When guests wind them up for brightness, it makes them almost invisible to the next guest. - Again, thanks for your feedback/reminder.

2/10 Terrible

Don Laura

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
We had car troubles and we’re not able to make our reservation. I called and explained our situation, and said I know that we were past the refund date, but if there was anything they could do, that would be great. I also asked if I could get a call back to let me know what their decision was ( I did speak with a person when I called, I didn’t just leave a message) I never received a call back. That is why a terrible review. I would not have left a bad review had they called back and told me there was nothing they could do. But not returning a call when specifically asked for a call back is very poor customer service. I’m sure that lack of service from upper management flows to all service below them.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from Innkeepers on 25 Apr 2023
At the Inn- we remain sorry your car problems prevented you from visiting. Your reservation was made directly with Expedia (not with the Inn) and Expedia was the one with your payment (as you'll see with your credit card statement). We too reached out to Expedia on your behalf, but remained outside of the transaction as the reservation was not ever opened on our end. We hope your car issues were minor and you can return to safe travels.

8/10 Good

Harrison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from ap on 17 May 2023
Thanks

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from Innkeepers on 25 Apr 2023
Thanks!

10/10 Excellent

Issam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Response from AP on 27 Feb 2023
Thanks

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Response from AP on 11 Feb 2023
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Joseph, Mc Dowell

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old inn, fabulous restaurant, innkeepers are gracious
Response from A&K on 8 Nov 2022
Thank you

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the atmosphere of the building! It was Victorian but also updated! The breakfast was amazing in the morning! Super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from A&K on 8 Nov 2022
Appreciated!

10/10 Excellent

Giles

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just there overnight but will return for a longer stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from A&K on 16 Oct 2022
We'll hold you to your commitment to return for a longer stay! :) Thanks

8/10 Good

Vickie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

George

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old but well maintained. I'm glad we stayed and would stay agene .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from A&K on 19 Sept 2022
Thank you

8/10 Good

Doris

Travelled with partner
More towels and a blanket or 2. Front room sofa looked nasty, I didn’t want to sit on it. Bedroom nice. Nice touch bucket of wine, ice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from A&K on 18 Sept 2022
Thanks for the feedback. (Two full sets of towels for one night is an industry standard- but perhaps as an industry we need to reconsider. Extra blanks are in the dresser drawers, but perhaps it's time to put a sticker on the drawer as well- your feedback will help us).

8/10 Good

Barbara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating hosts and excellent restaurant
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Response from A&K on 15 Sept 2022
Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love the cats. And food was great too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from A&K on 12 Sept 2022
Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Dillon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable, unique, and clean. The food was all delicious and worth reserving a dinner time! The staff were so welcoming and warm! Definitely recommend staying here if you are visiting!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from A&K on 12 Sept 2022
Thanks

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from A&K on 12 Sept 2022
Appreciated

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet place to relax...
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Response from A&K on 12 Jun 2022
Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming country inn has character and comfort
We had a nice suite with a comfortable sitting room in addition to the bedroom. Bath was updated. Breakfast comes with the room. We had over easy eggs one morning and omelets the next. Eggs were high quality. Meals were delicious and pleasantly presented. Table clothes, flowers on the tables. Period china. all very elegant. Owners are charming. Will stay out of your way or chat as you wish. We will go back when we are in the neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from A&K on 12 Jun 2022
We appreciate your deep view into our efforts!

10/10 Excellent

yun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Response from A&K on 6 Jun 2022
Thank you

2/10 Terrible

damien

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dirty slept in room upon arrival
Arrived at the hotel late, but my key to my room was not put out as they said they would. There was one key under another family name. Guessing they may have mixed up my name; we went into the room to see that it was previously slept in and no one cleaned it. There was no one answering the phone so I had to book another hotel in Charlottesville. The Lafayette Inn would not refund even though there was no room or clean room to stay in.
Used towels and dirty bathroom
Slept in and dirty bed upon arrival
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Response from A&K on 12 Jun 2022
Unfortunate series of events. The proper key to this room was placed as promised and never opened. One of our other guests left out their key for a fellow guest while out - and fortunately when this guests randomly entered someone else's suite- no one was inside. Guessing the guest called the booking portal (not us) as our call center never received a call. Not the experience anyone involved in the process was happy about.

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Food. Was gre as t
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Response from A&K on 12 Jun 2022
Thanks!

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Response from AP on 24 May 2022
Thank you!

2/10 Terrible

sandrine

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unwelcoming Owner + filthy room= terrible experien
Owner/manager was i accommodating and rude and more interested in catering to a wedding party he was hosting that hotel guests. The room was so filthy that we ended up leaving: cobwebs around the bed and around the baseboards and heater, dusty floors, dirty carpet that haven’t been vacuumed in a while, mold in the shower and big brownish stain on the ceiling above the bed. We stayed in the Washington Suite which not only dirty and clearly unsanitary but also very poorly insulated and noisy as we could hear cars driving by as though the windows were open. Terrible experience!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Response from AP on 17 May 2022
We are sorry you did not have a good experience. We do invite other guests to read other reviews from here and various other sites- to understand "there was (far more) more to the story" :( (After 18 years- this is only my second such reply)