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The Dinsmore House Bed & Breakfast

1211 West Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22903
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The Dinsmore House Bed & Breakfast
4.0 of 5 stars 99 Reviews
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Dallas, Texas
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51 reviews 51 reviews
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Great location! It is a pretty historical home and the veranda room was nice. The innkeepers were nice and helpful. The only issues were spotty tv service- had to fix but not receive all channels and a toilet issue. This was not satisfactorily resolved. I would say that their level of concern was not very helpful to us. The breakfast... More

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Western New York
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

We were initially not pleased to see and hear the construction going on directly across the street - very noisy. We were told they usually shut down for the night between 6-7 p.m., which they did. The traffic noise is pretty loud all the time. Luckily, we had our air conditioner going all night and that drowned out the traffic... More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012 via mobile

Noise all night was awful. Room and bed slant. Bathroom can hardly be called a bathroom. Room extremely small and cluttered. Worst place we have ever stayed.

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6 reviews 6 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012
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We visited in April, and there was a cold snap. Were told upon arrival that heat was being turned back on. Unfortunately, it did not make it to our room. Good thing there was a down cover on the bed because we really needed it. Heat came on momentarily the next day, but by the following morning it was off... More

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Portland, Oregon
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

We were just vacationers, and I was looking for a little boutique hotel in the the central part of town. As other reviewers have said, the hotel both suffers from the location on a very busy street, and benefits from the location in that it is across from UVA and the hospitals. Walking into the mall really isn't the best... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

The only issue with the Dinsmore is the location - it is right in the center of town - which is good in some ways as you can walk to resturants and the university - but it created a problem for us because it was VERY LOUD at night and I did not get a good nights sleep. The staff... More

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Woodbridge, Virginia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2012

Comfortable place to stay in the heart of Charlottesville, Excellent breakfast (recipies on website). A bit noisy especially when UVA students are out and about.

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Eatonton, Georgia
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Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2012

We just spent 3 wonderful nights at the Dinsmore House. A great location, easy parking, and close to all activities. A great Inn and a great staff.

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Melbourne, Australia
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2012
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I stayed here for three nights. The room was lovely and the hosts very welcoming and very helpful, checking online for the proximity of places to find a US phonecard, so I didnt waste trips etc. I came to afternoon drinks on offer and met lovely people I connected up with again in Washington. Breakfast was lovely if sweet for... More

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Washington, DC
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2011
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We enjoyed one night at the Dinsmore House in December 2011. The room was lovely - with a large bedroom and bathroom. It was a short walk to UVA - with convenient parking at the adjacent Courtyard Marriott. The innkeepers were resourceful and efficient - breakfast was delicious (eggs benedict, fresh scone, and fruit). I would highly recommend the Dinsmore... More

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1211 West Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22903
Price range (per night):* S$165 - 332

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