Historic Smithton Inn

900 W Main Street
Ephrata Pennsylvania 17522
USA

http://www.historicsmithtoninn.com/

Phone: +1-877-755-4590

General Information

NEW OWNERSHIP, AND AMENITIES

Located in the heart of Lancaster County, the Smithton Inn has been welcoming guests for over 246 years. Restaurants, shops and historic sites are all close jaunts from the Smithton Inn.

Amenities include:

- A bountiful breakfast each morning
- Hair dryers, makeup mirrors & full length mirrors
- Wireless Internet access and free local telephone calls
- Concierge and activity recommendations and planning
- Movies, books and games available to borrow
- One pet-friendly suite available

Our well-appointed guestrooms feature:

- A pillow-top bed with fine linens and lots of pillows
- A working fireplace and sitting area with desk - A private bathroom, some with jetted spa tub and shower - Spa-quality towels and robes - A beautiful and thoughtfully designed decor

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms and Suites
  • There are 7 guest accommodations (7 with private baths)
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 105.00 and $ 165.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 25.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Amenities Basket
  • Bath robes
  • CD player
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Fridge
  • Hairdryer
  • Hot tub/whirlpool tub
  • Ironing Board
  • Radio
On Site
  • Board games
  • Computer
  • Data port
  • Fax Machine
  • Internet Service
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Wi-Fi

Other Amenities: Hand-sewn quilts on every bed, One suite has private entrance and is pet-friendly

Meals

  • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: Coffee at 7:00, Bkfst at 8:30
  • Breakfast is served in the Dining room and Living room.
  • Special meals available: Vegetarian
  • Our signature dish is Baked Eggs in a Ham Cup with Cheesy Polenta
    This dish is as yummy to look at as it is to eat! It's the first dish we served back in June and it's been a guest favorite ever since.

Policies

  • Minimum stay required (From April 1 through October 31, there is a minimum stay of 2 nights on weekends)
  • Smoking is not allowed (For the comfort of our guests)
  • Limited accommodations for guest pets (We have one pet-friendly suite with a private entrance)
  • Limitations on children staying
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted
  • Deposit amount required (50% deposit required.)
  • Check in time is 4:00 - 9:00 pm and Check out time is 11:00 am
  • Cancellations:
    With 10 days notice, deposit will be returned, minus $15.00 cancellation fee. With less notice, deposit is forfeited if we are unable to rent the room(s).
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • AAA
    • Authentic Bed and Breakfasts
    • Chamber of Commerce

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Fitness
  • Romantic escape
Establishment Type
  • Bed and Breakfast
  • Historic Inn

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Colonial
  • Built in 1763
  • Opened for business in 1763
  • Restored / Remodeled in 1990
  • Parking available (Well lit parking lot, entrance is on Academy Dr.)

Location

  • Location is best described as: Countryside, Small town
  • Nearest major city: Lancaster, PA (10 miles SW)
  • Directions to property:
    The Smithton Inn is located on Main Street (US 322) at the junction of South Academy Drive in the borough of Ephrata. From the PA Turnpike: Take Exit 21 and follow Route 222 South to the Ephrata Exit; turn right on US 322 West. Travel approximately four miles through Ephrata. Pass under PA 272. The next traffic light is South Academy, take a left and then a right into our parking lot. From Lancaster: Travel North on Route 222 to the Ephrata Exit; turn left on US 322 West. Travel approximately four miles through Ephrata. Pass under PA 272. The next traffic light is South Academy, take a left and then a right into our parking lot.
  • Nearest major airport: PHL 64 miles

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Rebecca & David Gallagher
    Rebecca and Dave love cooking, traveling and entertaining. They love to sail and used to own a 38 foot Beneteau. Ask Dave what it's like to sail UP the Mississippi! Rebecca runs and bikes to stay in shape. She's done 9 marathons, including Big Sur in California. Their eleven year old son, Patrick, will be helping out in the B&B as well... whenever he's not playing baseball that is!
  • The innkeepers speak: A little French
  • There are 2 cats on the property
  • There is one dog on the property

Area Attractions

Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Historical interests, Museum, National/State parks, Green Dragon, Amish Farms, Shops and Attractions, Antique Shops, Buggy Rides, Outlet Malls, Ephrata Cloister, Performing Theater, Religious Services, River, Vineyard, Winery

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Shopping, Sight-seeing