Historic Boone Tavern Hotel And Restaurant

“A Regal Step Back in Time with Heart and Hospitality”

Staying at the Historic Boone Tavern is a truly unique experience that feels more like visiting a grand, welcoming estate than a standard hotel. Built in 1909 and run by Berea College, the property is staffed largely by students who are working to pay their tuition—their pride and professionalism a… lisää

Staying at the Historic Boone Tavern is a truly unique experience that feels more like visiting a grand, welcoming estate than a standard hotel. Built in 1909 and run by Berea College, the property is staffed largely by students who are working to pay their tuition—their pride and professionalism are evident in every interaction. The rooms are immaculate and filled with character, featuring handcrafted furniture made right on campus. It’s the perfect blend of historic charm and modern sustainability (it’s actually the first LEED Gold certified hotel in Kentucky!). The highlight of any stay is dining at 'Crafted.' You simply cannot leave without trying their famous Spoonbread; it’s a legendary Kentucky tradition for a reason. Whether you're here for the history, the art, or the quiet mountain-town vibe, this hotel makes you feel 'regal' while supporting a wonderful educational mission. It is a gem in the heart of Kentucky!"

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“Historic Hotel has Character”

I have been traveling through these parts for ages and have always wanted to stay here as I am a huge Boone fan and historian. After making my reservation through their website, I realized that the stat was not going to be rustic. Despite being an older hotel the accommodations are up to par. The f… lisää

I have been traveling through these parts for ages and have always wanted to stay here as I am a huge Boone fan and historian. After making my reservation through their website, I realized that the stat was not going to be rustic. Despite being an older hotel the accommodations are up to par. The front desk staff were helpful and helped me get a cocktail (an Olde Fashioned) upon arrival. The room was clean and orderly. I took pictures for my wife and will share them here. The bed is four&poster that resembles an old rope bed. As for the water closet, it is spotless. No small bottles of shampoo, only the large dispensers. It is very quiet and I feel comfortable and safe. There are two free complimentary bottles of water which were much appreciated. The coffee pot is small but there are plenty of packets.

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“This property COULD be so nice - was hoping for so much more!”

This is an attractive historical property with beautiful common areas and a nice bar and restaurant. The Christmas decorations in the common areas were especially nice. We also liked the ties to Berea College and its history and the use of students, who were all cheerful and eager to help, to opera… lisää

This is an attractive historical property with beautiful common areas and a nice bar and restaurant. The Christmas decorations in the common areas were especially nice. We also liked the ties to Berea College and its history and the use of students, who were all cheerful and eager to help, to operate the hotel and restaurant. The room, however, did not live up to our expectations. There were no robes, slippers or towel warmers, as mentioned on the list of amenities on the website. The toilet (room 214) regularly and noisily “glugged,” emitting a big bubble of air into the bowl, seeming to indicate it was plumbed incorrectly or some other problem blocking a vent stack. The furnishings were adequate but far from upper scale. Because the building is old with uneven floors, there was a large gap under one end of the door to the room, so we could easily hear people talking in the hallway. Overall a disappointing experience. We had previously stayed at the Sewanee Inn, a hotel associated with the University of the South in Sewanee, TN, and was hoping for a similar luxurious experience here.

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