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The O'Neil House Bed and Breakfast

1290 West Exchange Street, Akron, OH 44313
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The O'Neil House Bed and Breakfast
Ranked #1 of 3 Akron B&B and Inns
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Prairieville, Louisiana
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 October 2012

I'm from south Louisiana which ranks high on the list of friendliest people; therefore I can truly state that from the moment we arrived at the O'neil House we felt at home. The Innkeeper/Owner, Gayle Johnson, was very nice, friendly and accommodating; she made our stay a very pleasant experience. The mansion is an architectural beauty with impressive woodwork within,... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 October 2012 via mobile

We decided on the Oneil house for our reception location because its beautiful and elegant just right on par with what we were after for the look of our wedding! It's location was perfect because our church is next door! However, upon arriving to the reception my husband and I were asked what we would like to drink, we requested... More

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Wilmington, Ohio
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11 reviews 11 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2012

The property is beyond beautiful. Our suite was beautiful and so comfortable. Gail was gracious and very helpful. Breakfast was delicious. It was the perfect place to stay while we visited Hywett Gardens and the Ohio Mart.

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East Greenwich, Rhode Island
1 review
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 September 2012

The O'Neil house is out of a storybook, and every story has a wicked witch. I was in a wedding held at the O'Neil house. We stayed in the bridal suite as well. Starting with breakfast, Gail was a nightmare. Instead of adding items to the breakfast of the non-meat eater, she just took the foods away. She was in... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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21 reviews 21 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 July 2012

O'Neil House is out of another era. Built by a wealthy businessman of the tire industry and saved from demolition by a former school teacher, it has comfortable bedrooms, a magnificent first floor worth wandering around, and an exterior that would fit in a PBS mini-series. They were setting up for an event when we were there and you can... More

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Akron, Ohio, United States
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70 reviews 70 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2012

After 14 months of planning a wedding at O'Neil house, I can finally write the long awaited review. Let me start by saying, I loved my wedding day and in the end, I was a over the moon bride. In the end it all came together but the process was a tough one. First thing: Gayle does NOT do a... More

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Franklin, Michigan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

In 1915, Bill O'Neil started a tire company, then built a huge house in west Akron. Twenty years ago a developer wanted to tear it down and make money. Retired schhol teacher Gayle Johnson outbid the moneymen and opened a B & B. Her friends told her she was crazy and I imagine she outlived them all. The 1923 manor... More

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Magnolia, Texas
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12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

This B&B is in a beautiful old house with stunning woodwork throughout the interior. Only 4 quest rooms, so it was extraordinarily quiet. The room I stayed in was a suite, with a sun-room living area off of the bedroom. Breakfast consisted of a large apple turnover, eggs Benedict, and mixed fruit. Excellent. I was traveling for business so I... More

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Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012

The O'Neil House is a fabulous tutor with style and decor; welcoming the most descriminating guest. My husband and I were thrilled to be in a bed and breakfast with such elegance and warmth. The owner/innkeeper was very friendly and accommodating. Thank you Gayle for making our stay such a pleasurable and memorable experience. We will return the next time... More

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Garfield Heights, Ohio
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2011

I was concerned after reading some negative reviews, but loved the house, so we booked it for our wedding. Gayle did not write a contract with us, so instead I made sure I verified EVERYTHING, via email, and kept the emails, so I had everything in writing and at the end, when payment time came, our bill actually came in... More

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Also Known As:
The o`Neil House Hotel
The o`Neil House Hotel Akron
The o`Neil House b&b
Address: 1290 West Exchange Street, Akron, OH 44313
Region: United States > Ohio > Akron
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Ranked #1 of 3 B&Bs / Inns in Akron

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