Richard Johnston Inn

About The Hotel

Richard Johnston Inn is a 4.6-rated historic B&B on Caroline Street in the heart of downtown Fredericksburg, with a near-perfect 4.9 location score across 478 reviews. Homemade breakfast prepared by an on-site chef, board games, a courtyard for relaxing and pet-friendly rooms carry the property, along with a two-room suite option and a loft in back that guests note as quieter than front-facing rooms. A historic B&B rather than an in-room-jacuzzi property — the appeal is a walkable downtown Old Town base with Ferry Farm, Kenmore Plantation and the battlefields within reach. Value scores softer (4.4) at premium B&B rates; the on-site restaurant reviews run mixed.

What Guests Are Saying

“We were on our way to Florida and we prefer staying in B&B rather than a roadside hotel. Lovely comfortable room. We stayed in the Isabella suite to minimize stairs ( other than to and from breakfast). A beautiful old house made into a lovely inn. Parking was in back, very convenient. Inn was conveniently located to restaurants a short walk away. Breakfast was elegant. The day we there it was French Toast made with large thick bread. We hate to waste food. Had we known how large the serving was, my wife and I would have asked to split one plate, and asked for more fruit instead (hint hint).” — Brian M., 5 stars

“We stayed in the Sawyer Scott room at the Caroline House. What luxury!! The room is gorgeous an so comfortable. We had just spent wo weeks touring Virginia and this was our last stop. We mostly stayed in historic inns and this was our favorite. The amenities are so great. We had to skip the breakfast because we had to get to the airport but our hostess made sure that we had a box of goodies to eat in the morning. Much thanks to her for trekking us from the R.J. Inn to the Caroline House in the 95 degree humidity!!!” — JanONei, 5 stars

“Absolutely wonderful place with excellent courteous service, delicious breakfast, and nice amenities. Could not have been better. However, be advised that the “street noise” is excessive, at least on Friday and Saturday nights. We were prepared for normal traffic noise, but not the loud truck engines, racing motor cycles, blaring music, and screaming and laughing people until 2:00 AM. We were on Caroline Street and I’m sure it would have been much better on the back side of the building.” — Thomas B., 5 stars

Pros & Cons

Pros:

• A 4.6 rating with a near-perfect 4.9 location across 478 reviews
• Homemade breakfast by an on-site chef
• A courtyard and board-game lounge
• Pet-friendly rooms with a two-room-suite option
• Walkable to Caroline Street shops and the Rappahannock

Cons:

• A historic B&B rather than an in-room-jacuzzi property
• Value score softer (4.4) at premium B&B rates
• Front-facing rooms noted as louder in reviews

The Location

711 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 — On Caroline Street in the heart of downtown Old Town Fredericksburg. You can find more details or book your stay on TripAdvisor.