The Elmwood Village Inn:Honu House

The Elmwood Village Inn, nestled within the urban fabric of Buffalo’s popular Elmwood Village. This “Bed & Breakfast” allows you to have things the way you wish:

Breakfast as an option. Scone/muffin to enjoy in shared salon or in privacy of your room. A scrumptious breakfast can be arranged.

Choose between four exquisite rooms including a two room suite with hot-jetted tub. All private baths.

Walking distance to the Albright-Knox and other galleries, coffee shops, bookstore, quality restaurants, and boutiques.

Amenities include wi-fi, shared kitchenette, central air and elegant salon where guests can relax and mingle.

Here is what guests had to say...

"Honu house" 10/14/2009
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Stayed On: 10/2009

My wife and I stopped two nights in Buffalo, mainly to visit the Frank Lloyd Wright sights and art museums. Honu house proved very convenient. Our hostess offered helpful guidance.

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"Perfect for a mini honeymoon!" 9/7/2009
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Stayed On: 8/2009

My husband and I decided to go to the Elmwood Village Inn for our mini honeymoon because it was a great price and we were familiar with the area. We stayed in the master suite. Everything about the Inn exceeded our expectations. The Innkeeper was... read more


"Perfect setting to explore Buffalo" 7/30/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

Karen has invested so much time and creative energy into making fantastic bedrooms and bathrooms that make your stay luxurious and memorable. Join her for coffee and chat over a home baked scone for breakfast - with her tips, enthusiasm and... read more


"Thoroughly pleasant experience" 7/13/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

My husband and I stayed at the Elmwood Village Inn for two nights on a July road trip through Buffalo, and both the city and the Inn were pleasant beyond our expectations. The Inn is furnished with great care and quality and respect for... read more


"A wonderful night" 2/21/2009
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Stayed On: 2/2009

The Honu House is an escape in the middle of Buffalo. Surrounded by the bustling cultural center and night life of Buffalo, it has a great location. The rooms are warm and comfortable and the bathroom we had was AMAZING. The owner has put a lot... read more


"Incredible B&B" 7/19/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

My son just bought a home down the block from this wonderful B&B. We stayed this past weekend and I must say it was the absolute best experience we have ever had at a B&B. Karen, the owner, was so delightful and passionite about her place.... read more


"Happy Honu" 7/16/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

..what a little gem...if you are an art person you'll love the walls and decor which are filled with original pieces from all over. A great location...great restaurants nearby and easy in and out. Breakfast each day was great..hand made pastries,... read more


"Amazing" 6/6/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

We spent a single night with Karen earlier this week and this place is the best accomodations I've ever had. She doesn't do breakfast, so the dining ratings can be disregarded, but everything else is gorgeous. Perfect rooms, otherworldly beds,... read more


"Fabulous!" 6/5/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Perfect, clean, comfortable, beautiful, quirky, charming, old-fashioned but with the most modern amenities. Karen is wonderfully friendly and accomodating. Bed was the most comfortable I have encountered outside my own home---firm but soft. Loved it!

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"Sophisticated City Inn" 5/15/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

In the heart of a thrieving city neighborhood in Buffalo, you can walk to Buffalo State College, the Burchfield Penney Arts Center, The Albright Knox Art Gallery, the Lexington Real Foods Coop and Tru-Teas, an authentically eclectic tea shop,... read more


"Not really a Bed and Breakfast" 5/10/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

The Elmwood Inn does not really qualify as a B&B if you define “&” as meaning both “Bed” and “Breakfast”. Karen, the inn keeper told us that since there are many places in the neighborhood that serve breakfast, she wanted to get away from... read more


"Highly recommended" 1/10/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2007

We stayed for three nights in October. Compared to most fairly basic B&Bs in England, Karen's home is in a different league! Comfortable, clean, well furnished. Owner's philosophy is 'make yourself at home' which we did, having the run of the... read more


"Honu House" 11/7/2007
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Stayed On: 10/2007

I was delighted to discover Honu House in October 2007. It is just my cup of tea - comfortable, beautiful, practical - and the location is superb. Karen has furnished Honu House with antiques and modern pieces, wonderful art, and items from around... read more


"Our Family Reunion Stay" 10/22/2007
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Stayed On: 7/2007

What a DELIGHTFUL retreat. We all met at Karen's for our rare family reunion. We had run of the entire house, although no one really wanted to leave their plush rooms. Excellent location, above quality hostess and a gorgeous home. Can't wait to... read more


"A Lovely Home Away From Home" 8/22/2007
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Stayed On: 8/2007

We just got back from a five night stay at this lovely B&B in the middle of it all! Restored to its original glory, and decorated with taste and subtlety, we felt comfortable and welcome from the moment we walked in the door. Our hostess,... read more


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The Elmwood Village Inn:Honu House Bed and Breakfast
The Elmwood Village Inn:Honu House
893 Elmwood Ave
Buffalo, NY 14222
USA
Phone: +1-716-886-2397
Innkeeper(s)
Karen W. Powell
Rates:
$95 - $145
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