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Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast

3.0 star property
Colonial bed & breakfast in New Bern with free breakfast

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Benjamin Ellis House B&B offers a charming stay near Isaac Taylor Garden. Enjoy local breakfast flavors, relax in the garden or terrace. Multilingual staff assist with free in-room WiFi, nearby health club access, and bicycle parking.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is NT$4,973
NT$5,607 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11

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Air conditioning
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  • 1 King Bed

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10.0 out of 10
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Highlights

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Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
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Highlights

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Flat-screen TV
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  • 1 Queen Bed

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Highlights

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Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Separate sitting area
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Individually furnished
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Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
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Little Coharie

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
215 Pollock St, New Bern, NC, 28560

What's nearby

  • New Bern Riverfront Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • New Bern-Craven County Convention & Visitors Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • New Bern Grand Marina - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pepsi Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tryon Palace - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • New Bern Station - 5 min walk
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crema Brew - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Brewery 99 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Bruin Craft Beer and Wine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Old Pinnix - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Freshwater Beer - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast

Bed & breakfast remodeled in 2021 and located near Tryon Palace
Located close to Isaac Taylor Garden and New Bern-Craven County Convention & Visitors Center, Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast provides free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace, and a garden. In addition to a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Free self parking
  • Access to a nearby health club, outdoor furniture, and bicycle parking
  • Games, concierge services, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, in addition to perks like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Wardrobes/closets, premium channels, and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Hosted evening meal available on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday for a fee of USD 130; reservation required

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Games
  • Library
  • Water sports equipment

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1853
  • Colonial architecture
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - June 2021

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 5 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.00 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 11:00 PM
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.00 per night
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 130

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 5 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast?

As of 2025/12/5, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast on 2025/12/10 start from NT$4,973, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 8:00 PM–11:00 PM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast located?

Located in New Bern Historic District, this bed & breakfast is steps from Christ Church, Isaac Taylor Garden, and New Bern-Craven County Convention & Visitors Center. Pepsi Museum and New Bern Civic Theatre are also within 5 minutes. New Bern Station is only a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 207 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 207 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 207 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 207 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 207 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spent a wonderful couple of nights here at this charming historic B&B. Location was great and the accommodations quite comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Maclaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic, historic B&B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James and Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely bed & breakfast. Convenient to many restaurants shopping and historical sites via walking. The rooms are spacious clean and beautifully decorated The Innkeepers were welcoming and very knowledgeable about the history of the area Breakfast was delicious and healthy. Just perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful hosts, terrific information, very helpful interactions, and delicious breakfast. We will stay here again if we have a good fortune to return to New Bern.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deehan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent B&B

Excellent B&B with charming hosts within walking distance to the entire town Great breakfast and parking on site Very comfortable bed in large rooms Will return and stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, nice room, friendly host
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gracie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent BnB

Excellent amenities, location and service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful property! I love the vintage decor and it's walking distance to all the food spots in downtown! Highly recommend when you are travel and need a quick place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Very special hosts, very pleasant home, perfectly locate for easy walking in New Bern
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love that we were able to walk anywhere we wanted to go. Area restaurants were fantastic. The B&B was wonderful. Room was nicely decorated, the bed was very comfortable, and breakfast was delicious. We will certainly be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ciara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast wasn’t my cup of tea (I’m really picky) but everything else was great. My room was in the front of the house, closest to the street so it did get a little noisy. Service was great though. Nice property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous place to stay. Great hosts, clean, delicious breakfasts and close to town and restaurants. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The accommodations and staff were wonderful, location is great, everything was with in walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfectly perfect B&B

From start to finish, a wonderfully pleasant experience. Room was lovely and comfortable. Hosts were gracious and breakfast was quite tasty, my idea of a true B&B !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful home, delicious breakfasts and treats, great area to walk to everything we wanted to do!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to town for shopping & restaurants. Owners are great and property is very well maintained. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarzell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bradford M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hospitality was great, rooms very well appointed and excellent breakfast and conversation with hosts and guests
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Milan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful home!! Host were amazing and very kind!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are wonderful and helpful, and breakfast was delicious!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vernon

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, charming property, good price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were wonderful and very attentive to our needs. The guests all mingled and had a good time with great conversations. We got a lot of "steps" in and everything we wanted to do or see was in walking distance. Will definitely return and stay at the Benjamin Ellis B&B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025