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Ironclad Inn

4.5 (32 reviews) $138 - $185 per night Hand-verified for 2026
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Why we picked it

"4.8-rated 1793-vintage Old Town B&B with perfect 5.0 subratings and an on-site bourbon distillery tasting room."

At a glance
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Historic 1793 building
Former Kenmore Inn (opened 1932), Civil War survivor
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Perfect 5.0 subratings
Cleanliness, location, rooms, service, sleep, value all 5.0
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On-site Ironclad Distillery
Bourbon tasting room in the basement
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Homemade breakfast
5-item menu
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Rating
4.8 out of 5 (5 reviews)

About The Hotel

Ironclad Inn is a 4.8-rated historic B&B on Princess Anne Street — Fredericksburg’s longest-storied inn, opened as the Kenmore Inn in 1932 in a 1793 building that survived the Civil War. Perfect 5.0 subratings across all six categories (cleanliness, location, rooms, service, sleep, value) hold up across the small review sample. The on-site Ironclad Distillery bourbon tasting room in the basement is the standout amenity, with cocktails, small bites and tastings guests describe as a must for any Fredericksburg visit. A historic B&B rather than an in-room-jacuzzi property — the appeal is a romantic walkable Old Town base with the bourbon room as the differentiator. Reviewer praise centers on the bedding, the breakfast and the historic-home character.

What Guests Are Saying

“Slept like a baby. Bedding was luxurious. Breakfast menu has 5 choices. Staff personable and accommodating. Parking convenient and free on streets.” — guest, 5 stars

Pros & Cons

Pros:

  • Perfect 5.0 subratings across all six categories
  • On-site Ironclad Distillery bourbon tasting room in the basement
  • 1793-vintage historic building (Civil War survivor)
  • Homemade breakfast with a 5-item menu
  • 2 blocks from downtown Caroline Street

Cons:

  • A historic B&B rather than an in-room-jacuzzi property
  • A small review sample size (5 reviews)
  • One review flagged bathroom maintenance (leaky taps, mildew)

The Location

1200 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 — On Princess Anne Street 2 blocks from downtown Caroline Street. You can find more details or book your stay on TripAdvisor.

Location & neighborhood

Fredericksburg,
Fredericksburg.

1200 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
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Guest reviews

What guests are saying about Ironclad Inn.

4.5 out of 5· 32 reviews
★★★★★
5/5
5 months ago
"The Ironclad Inn is a beautiful historic property. The owner and staff provide top-notch friendly service to make sure your stay is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. We have a service dog and they could not have been more accommodating to include providing a pet bed, a new ball, and offering a water bowl. Bottled and cold water and fresh fruit are available in thr lobby. There is a cozy den and seating on the front porch as well. The basement bar is warm and inviting. We enjoyed cocktails and dinner, both of which were expertly crafted. There was also a traveling acting troupe holding the opening celebration for their upcoming offering of a Christmas Carol. The breakfast included in our stay was great and again the service was impeccable. We checked out and had a wonderful conversation before we departed. Prior to leaving the city we walked to the convenient Hyperion Coffee just a couple of blocks away. We highly recommend the Ironclad Inn for anyone looking to spend time in Fredericksburg!"

— John Haddaway

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★★★★★
5/5
9 months ago
"We recently held a small wedding in the Stable Block tasting room. From the initial meeting to picking up our leftovers, Kara and her staff were amazing. They were professional, warm, and hospitable to not just us but all of our guests who stayed at the inn and the guests of the wedding. Everyone had only wonderful words to share about Ironclad Inn-- Kara, Brooke, and Sharon's names have been brought up ever since the event of how kind, welcoming, and helpful they were. We are beyond pleased with how our day went and are happy we were able to have our special day at Ironclad and with these awesome people."

— Trisha Strahl

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★★★★★
5/5
6 months ago
"We stayed at the Ironclad Inn on Saturday June 26, 2025. We found the Inn and staff wonderful in every way. We especially enjoyed the Bourbon tasting room. The Inn is comfortable and quiet. The common areas are beautifully decorated with original works of art (for sale) along with lots of books for reading and chairs and sofas for relaxing. The front porch has several rockers and swings for relaxing. The grounds are beautiful. The bedroom was well equipped, albeit a bit smaller than expected, but that is a price for working within the confines of a historic structure and refitting modern amenities into a space not originally configured for them. The bathroom has a jetted tub and shower combo. Besides the normal soaps and shampoo provided, the Inn provided tootbrushes, toothpaste, and shaving razors. The bed is very comfortable with lots of pillows and a soft quilt cover. The A/C is quiet and effective. There is a Keurig coffee maker in the room as well as bottled water The Inn has done a fabulous job modernizing this historic home. The food was great- we enjoyed a delicious quiche and strawberries for breakfast with orange juice and coffee. The Inn is conveniently located to walking downtown Fredericksburg and is closed to historic battlefield sites. Parking is on the street, but not really an issue. Our only wish is that we would have liked to have stayed longer. We strongly recommend the Ironclad Inn for anyone visiting Fredericksburg. Staying at the Ironclad Inn is an experience that shouldn't be missed."

— Joe Friday

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