1842 Inn

It was such a wonderful experience. Breakfast on the porch of the cottage was heavenly. Evening tea in the parlor was relaxing. Then chocolate chip cookies before bedtime was a nice finishing touch. The staff paid special attention to every need. There was a laid-back Southern charm that is not found in regular hotels. The Inn is a vacation in and of itself.

This inn is one of the loveliest places I've ever stayed. My travel buddy and I had a specific requirement for a room with two beds, and we were able to find such a room at the 1842 Inn. The room was beautifully appointed, as were all of the public rooms we visited and ate it. What fun it was to sit with our cocktails and complimentary snacks on the grand front porch. An exceptional experience.

Staff was friendly and helpful. Without our asking, they upgraded us to a larger room at no additional charge.

The 1842 Inn in Macon, GA, is an excellent place to stay, the rooms are large, well furnished, & quite comfortable. The Inn is located close to the downtown Macon area, with all its retaurants, theaters, & attractions. The value is good, & the stay restful. GDB 05/2012

It's by far the best place to stay in Macon. Exceptional service, conveniently located and spacious rooms.

One of the best inns we have ever visited. Service was superior.

I absolutely love the southern hospitality and the ambience of this place and would highly recommend it. Hanging out in the parlour was such a fun time as was visiting with other folks staying at the Inn. Breakfast in the parlour was wonderful. I loved the decor in the rooms...but in our room the mattresses were pretty bad -- you could feel the springs under the thin mattresses. The noise in the cottage room next to the front door woke us up--every time someone else took a shower or shut the front door or went out on the front porch--it was loud. I recommend staying in the main house or in a cottage room in the back, so you don't have this problem. Even with these issues though, I didn't even feel the need to complain b/c we had such a wonderful time.

What a lovely place! I got to peak into all of the rooms on the second floor when the cleaning crew was there and was amazed to see that each one was as lovely as the one we stayed in - high-quality bedding, comfortable beds, beautiful decor and warm, welcoming service. They made our dinner reservation, offered cold water and cookies. What more can you ask? I would stay there again.

As a retired history teacher, I selected the 1842 Inn to experience Georgia's history. We were so delighted by the whole experience. The Inn was exceptional and the walk through the neighborhood was delightful. Truly one of our most memorable experiences traveling and a great impression of the great state of Georgia.

Macon took us by surprise as did the 1842 Inn. The Inn is wonderfully appointed with period furniture though offers all the comforts and conveniences one would expect. Extremely pleasant and helpful staff. The hor O'dourves served on the porch with a glass of wine was pleasant and plentiful. The Inn sits in a beautiful neighborhood right next to the Mercer College campus. A short walk to downtown Macon offers views of many fine old mansions and buildings. The 1842 Inn is an experience we would encourage for anyone.

Great location in beautiful district. Walking distance from the law school where we were attending a function with our daughter. Friendly people. Happy to see you. The bed was heavenly. I want to go back soon!

The staff at the 1842 Inn exceed those at all other inns I have tried in being the most warm, friendly, and attentive to the comfort of their guests. They say "this is your home" and mean it. The inn is a beautiful antebellum home filled with history and creature comforts. The porch is perfect for relaxing with your favorite drink after a day spent exploring the area. And the service is impeccable. I will definitely return!!

Only 1 night, but thoroughly enjoyed the accommodations. The public rooms and the bedrooms are beautifully appointed, the staff extremely hospitable and knowledgable and overall ambience simply charming. The breakfast was a bit disappointing - the souffle was overdone and the french toast a bit soggy. That notwithstanding (I am a 'foodie'), I would highly recommend this Inn for an extremely pleasurable stay.

This house is amazingly beautifull and the staff and their service is outstanding. They make you feel at home!

I have stayed at the 1842 several times and always go back to this special place. The building and rooms are beautiful and also very comfortable. Afternoon canapes were delicious, and we loved having breakfast in the courtyard. (You can elect to have it inside, on the porch or in your room if you prefer.) We booked most recently when the Inn had only the Dogwood room left available. I was concerned that it would be too small, but it turned out to be quite comfortable with the added advantage of a virtually private spot just outside for lounging on the porch. I may ask for this room again. We worked out one morning at the Macon Health Club courtesy of the Inn's free guest pass and took advantage of Macon's trolley service when we went out for dinner. The staff is wonderful and will accommodate your every need. The only downside is that closet space is very limited (wardrobes), so if you're bringing a ball gown or lots of hanging clothes, ask the staff for assistance, which they will provide.

We enjoyed the spacious and well-appointed bedroom and bathroom of our stay. The breakfast was delicious and served at a private small table for the two of us. The staff were very welcoming and answered all our questions with great ideas for a dinner restaurant. We would definitely stay here again.

Wie in alte Zeiten versetzt mit dem Standard von heute und einem einmaligen Service!

A warm welcome, a lovely room, hors d'ouevres in the parlour, breakfast in the courtyard - what more could you ask? Delightful.

Charming hotel, wonderful room, excellent service; we had a good time here

My wife and I went to 1842 for our Honeymoon. I must say that the room was absolutely gorgeous and the food was outstanding. I want to go back just for the french toast. I recommend this for all couples. A very relaxing time in such a beautiful setting.

A wonderful place to spend your wedding night as well as your 5th anniversary! Thank you for your hospitality.

Although we were only in town one evening for a wedding, the 1842 Inn made the quick trip much more pleasant and enjoyable. If anything takes me back to Macon in the future, there is now no question as to where I will stay.

Lovely. Steeped in history, this B&B smothers you with Southern charm. The breakfasts are delicious - just wish the decaf coffee had a bit more taste - and the service is unmatched in the north. Rooms are spotless and the pace of life just slows down a bit here among the magnolias and the gardenias. Wouldn't dream of staying elsewhere on my trips to the Macon area.

We have choosen Macon as the last destination of our trip thru NC, SC and GA and selected The 1842 Inn because of its character. And we were not disappointed! We thoroughly enjouyed our one night stay, the room, in fact the whole house, was just wonderful, the staff very friendly and most helpful. The room, fully equipped, was as clean as one would expect it to be. The apperitive was a wonderful, generous gesture while breakfast was maybe a touch below expectations ... but then we didnt stay for breakfast, did we? All in all: we'll keep best memories of our stay, would certainly return should we be again in the area (and Macon is indeed worth visiting) and can wholeheartedly recommend it.

We (a German couple) enjoyed our stay very much and were happy with everything. The B&B was the one we were looking for. Thank you. We will come back one day!

Staying in this beautiful Inn was like a lovely step back in time with beautiful ante bellum architecture, period furniture, and wonderful service.

Our stay at the 1842 made our visit to Macon very special ! Coming from Germany the 1842 Inn is what I dreamed of to be a historic southern hotel.

It's such a beautiful place to stay! The staff is absolutely wonderful. We go every year to the Cherry Blossom Festival and every year we stay at the 1842 Inn.

Hospitality, service and food were exceptional. Room and bathroom were small and small TV in closet had to be viewed with all the closet doors open and around a bedpost.

We found the 1842 Inn a very professionally run operation. The staff were very helpful, tea and breakfast excellent. We had a very nice room on first floor (only mild reservation - bed a bit narrow!). The building is very grand and well located for Macon's attractions. We rate this inn very highly.

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We have only one recommendation that would have made our stay perfect. The bath towels are not absorbent at all. The towels are exceedingly soft, but you can not dry yourself with them. Please change the towels. Other than that, we really enjoyed our stay.

As a Yankee, Southern Hospitality never ceases to amaze and delight me. Everything about our stay exceeded my expectations. From the room to the staff, breakfast to warm cookies at night - our weekend was perfect. Don't forget to visit the Hay House while you are in Macon.

We did not dine at the 1842 in the evening but had breakfast , once in our room and once in the parlour, both very good and plentiful. We thought the service was excellent and genuinely offered. We enjoyed our stay.

University faculty had work in Macon and we stayed here. The atmosphere is so professional, relaxing and lovely. The rooms are quiet and the schedule for breakfast is good for those who are up early and wish to have room service. Thank you!

My boyfriend and I stayed at the Inn for a weekend getaway. Our displeasure of the dilapidated Macon aside, if you are looking for a historical accommodations with a rich history (Oprah has stayed at the inn), then 1842 is it. The Inn has all the decorative charm of a period residence, but with it, some of the needed renovations and upgrades of an older building. On the plus side, the sweeping porch and large columns make for a nice afternoon retreat with some wine. On the down side, we noticed major cracks in the ceilings, water damage, and burnt out light bulbs in the room that needed fixing. For the rooms being decently nice, these discoveries were a true disappointment. The furnishings were nice, and for those who like the look and feel of antiques, that is how the rooms were decorated. The breakfast was good, but not exceptional: french toast, fruit, biscuits and an egg dish. We've both had nicer, more upscale dishes at other comparable Inns or even eating establishments like Atlanta's Flying Biscuit. The service was good, but none of the service staff carried the sophistication we have seen of Inns of similar price value. They were more on par with the service style and feel of Holiday Inn clerks rather than fancy Inns. Still, all the check-in clerks were friendly enough, though some a little too friendly, and wished to chat with us and linger longer than preferred during afternoon hor d'oeurves, which by the way, were more reminiscent of bar food than an elegant inn. Overall, we were expecting a much more elegant experience than we received, and for that reason, felt the rooms overpriced, and our experience a little disappointing. We would recommend 1842 over the other less appealing accommodations of Macon, but would not recommend it on its own.

Was a great way to experience the beauty of the "Old South". Thanks.

My husband and I stayed only one night but it was unforgettable! We were greeted by Emma, who was most helpful and sweet. She even tried to carry both our suitcases until I stopped her! Emma served us cocktails and appetizers in the parlor and lit the fireplace for us to enjoy. She greeted us again on our return from dinner with coffee and warm cookies! In the morning it was Joanne who served us breakfast and told us some interesting stories about the house. The breakfast was expertly prepared and we had the parlor to ourselves at a little table right in front of the fireplace. This Inn is very charming but it was Emma and Joanne that made all the difference. We could tell that they truly loved their jobs as well as the people who stayed in the inn. Great customer service seems to be a rarity these days, but not at the 1842 Inn!

Exceptionally friendly and attentive staff. The location and condition of the Inn are fantastic for a short stay.

I booked a room for my husbands 40th Birthday...Upon my arrival at the 1842 Inn Ms. Joanne and Ms. Emma greeted me with smiles. They informed me of a bigger room that had become available at no additional cost and took the time to show me the different benefits of both rooms before I made my decision. The room was amazing! They both made sure that everything was perfect and kept us entertained with great stories about Oprah, and the history of the families that had lived there and different details about the building. It was a wonderful experience! We are definately coming back and would recomend this B&B to EVERYONE.

My husband and I spent a total of three nights at the 1842 and our stay was the most pleasant experience we've had in ages. The inn itself is gorgeous but it's the staff who create the outstanding ambiance - reason enough for a trip to Macon!

1842 Inn is a peaceful, relaxing home away from home. The staff was superb and the accommodations were the perfect blend of old and new...surrounded by the lavish furnishings and splendor of days gone by mixed with the modern conveniences of today. We loved our time here and hope to return for another stay in the future!

Excellent service and the friendliest staff-- esp. Gloria, Antonio, Emma, and JoAnne--they seemed like old friends, so very helpful and kind. The inn and grounds were well maintained and quite lovely. We really liked the feeling of security and the personal attention we received.

Wow! Just what we wanted-- A great private room, wonderful staff, a bit of 'deep south' history and charm. Their Marco Italian restaurant was superb, too! 4-stars for both. Will go back soon...

A great place!

The 1842 Inn is a charming reflection of life in Macon in a grand era. Everywhere there are touches of nostalgia and beauty to add to the comfort and service that characterizes the 1842 Inn.

We went down for a little weekend getaway and were blown away! The service was over the top amazing, they really know how to deliver "southern hospitality". We tend to frequent high end restaurants and we were quite impressed with the food that we ate in Macon, both at Marco's and at the local seafood place (Jim Shaw's). They exceeded out expectations by leaps and bounds. The rooms and parlor were elegant and quite well appointed. We enjoyed meeting very interesting people during the evenings spent in the parlors. We would highly recommend a visit!

Everyone was first class from maid service to desk clerks

Outstanding and exceeded my expectations.

The 1842 Inn located in Macon, GA is a delightful mixture of southern hospitality and old world charm. The best mint juleps period!

Loved the huge beautiful home and all the history we found here. A pre civil war jewel in Macon is beautifully preserved and restored to offer Southern charm and comfort at its finest. You will love the breakfast and relax in beautifully done rooms. The parlor and grounds are spectacular. Be sure to inquire about the history and the ghost! Enjoyable and romantic. We are so glad we made a stop here. An exceptional B& B experience.