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Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast

3.0 star property
Historic gardens surround this peaceful bed and breakfast where helpful staff assist with tour planning and local recommendations for authentic experiences

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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

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is RM597
RM673 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan

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Highlights

Separate sitting area
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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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10.0 out of 10
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Highlights

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Flat-screen TV
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  • 1 Queen Bed

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Coharie

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Separate sitting area
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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
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  • 1 King Bed

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9.8 out of 10
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Highlights

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Air conditioning
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  • 1 Queen Bed

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Eno

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Chowan

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
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Waccamaw

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

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
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in New Bern Historic District, a neighbourhood in New Bern, Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast is in a shopping district and near the beach. Pepsi Museum and New Bern Civic Theatre are cultural highlights, while Tryon Palace is a notable landmark. Don't miss out on a visit to Isaac Taylor Garden. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
215 Pollock St, New Bern, NC, 28560

What's nearby

  • Union Point Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • New Bern Riverfront Convention 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 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 a 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, secured bike storage and 1 meeting room
  • Tour/ticket information, multilingual staff and books
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, Hulu and streaming services
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, 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 transport

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces 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 lift
  • 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 organised tours and activities

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 and check-out are 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

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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 who have not received 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 any lifts
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 transport to and from this property

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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 19 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast on 20 Jan 2026 start from RM 596.77, 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 at Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast?

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 to 11:00 PM for a fee.

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

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Benjamin Ellis House Bed & Breakfast located?

Located in New Bern Historic District, this bed & breakfast is steps away 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

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 208 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

B.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful accommodations. Excellent location. Kind Innkeepers. All around and awesome experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 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

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners and staff were very accommodating and pleasant! The property was in a great location and a well preserved pice of history!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Jeff

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully preserved historic home. Quaint, well appointed, and every detail considered to make your stay special. Loved the proximity to the main streets of New Bern. The owners were wonderful and breakfast was delicious! Makes you want to move there!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic home in a walkable area between the water and downtown shops and restaurants. Lovely furnishings and all the amenities you could need.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert D

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

Hidden Gem

Beautiful old home with delightful hosts in a charming town. Very short walk to many dinner options.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were so nice and welcoming. This house is in the perfect location for getting around town.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Great B & B

Very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was great. This B & B is close to restaurants and shops. Very nice place and nice hosts. Would definitely recommend and stay again uf in the area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for restaurants and all the local attractions. Parked our car at the B&B and walked the entire weekend. The owners could not of been more accommodating and the breakfast was to die for.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend Trip

Wonderful location! Such a quaint place and very clean. Host was very sweet and accommodating. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This B&B was lovely. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The inn was beautiful and very clean. Welcoming and charming. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

James

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

We hope to return!!!

Our stay was excellent! A lovely historical house and setting, wonderful and interesting accents around, excellent books with house and New Bern history to read, our room was comfortable and perfect with view of the clock, gracious additions to make our stay like home, the breakfast was delicious and excellent, off street parking and hosts helpful and personable. We would love to return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner welcoming and provided lots of information about facility and area. It was very easy to walk around town and then come back to B&B to rest and freshen up. Breakfast was delicious. B&B also offered in house water and drinks with fresh cookies.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Great choice

Convenient location. Lovely decor. Quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023