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The Magnolia House Inn

3.5 star property
A peaceful retreat near Hampton University where guests can enjoy academic surroundings while being steps away from The American Theatre's performances

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The Magnolia House Inn, near Hampton University, offers a full breakfast. Guests can unwind in the garden, browse the library, or enjoy the arcade/game room. Free WiFi keeps everyone connected, and visitors often mention the warm, welcoming environment.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom (The Haven)

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted shelf with decorative items.

Luxury Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom (The Haven)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom (Writers Retreat)

A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a dresser, and a mirror.

Luxury Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom (Writers Retreat)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in Downtown Hampton, a neighbourhood in Hampton, The Magnolia House Inn is near the airport and by the ocean. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chesapeake Bay and Buckroe Beach and Park, while Virginia Zoo and Norfolk Botanical Garden are popular area attractions. Enjoy an event or a match at Hampton Coliseum, and consider making time for Ferguson Center for the Arts—a top attraction that's not to be missed. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, sailing and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Hampton travel guide
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Map
232 S. Armistead Avenue, Hampton, VA, 23669-4103

What's nearby

  • A red brick church with a clock tower and a flag.
    Hampton University
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Hampton History Museum
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Virginia Air and Space Center
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Darling Stadium
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Historic Post Office
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Newport News Station
    12 min drive
  • Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    18 min walk
  • Mabuhay Filipino & Soul Kitchen
    2 min walk
  • Vancosta's Hampton
    20 min walk
  • Starbucks
    3 min drive
  • Domino's Pizza
    19 min walk

About this property

The Magnolia House Inn

  • Bed & breakfast near Hampton University
  • Located close to The American Theatre and Hampton Coliseum, The Magnolia House Inn provides free full breakfast, a garden and an arcade/games room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Access to a nearby health club, free newspapers and a 24-hour front desk
    • Coffee/tea in reception, tour/ticket information and wedding services
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts, such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
    • 4 bathrooms with designer toiletries and hairdryers
    • TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7 AM to 9 AM on weekdays and 9 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • 4 private bathrooms
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 18 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is The Magnolia House Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Magnolia House Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Magnolia House Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Magnolia House Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Magnolia House Inn located?

Located in Downtown Hampton, this bed & breakfast is within 3 mi (5 km) of Hampton University, The American Theatre and Hampton Coliseum. Fort Monroe and Buckroe Beach and Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

The Magnolia House Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hosts were family. Breakfast was five star quality. Just a comfortable and happy environment.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a wonderful Bed&Breakfast : the owners are the kindest and most patient people, the house is gorgeous, the themed bedrooms are very comfortable: I had the “Writer’s Retreat” one and absolutely loved it! The bathroom and the bedroom were very clean and the morning breakfast was absolutely delicious! This is definitely a place that I will come back to. It was lovely meeting the other guests and exchanging with them during breakfast. I loved it all ! One negative point : My stay was way too short. I did manage to add one night (so I stayed from Friday through Wednesday), but I wish I could have stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Magnolia is an experience, room was clean and beautifully decorated. The home is just fantastic, the architecture is incredible but what makes it special are the innkeepers, informative, kind, generous and welcoming. The breakfast is beyond what was expected and we looked forward to the food, service and conversation. We will be back for sure
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The decor was beautiful and peaceful, the breakfast excellent, loved the porch for reading (and the library), and the Innkeepers were so friendly and attentive. Next time I plan to be in the Hampton area, I will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful B&B! The owners are beyond hospitable and the breakfast is out of this world. The location itself is central to many restaurants and shops, a quick walk or lyft will get you anywhere you need to be. The B&B itself has been beautifully restored and maintained. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Walter

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

The most lovely hosts i ever met.

Joyce and Landford are the most gracious and nice hosts i ever met. A pleasure to talk to them, and how servicial they are in a nice human way, not in a business manner. Brakefast is delicious, the house, old furniture and equisite taste, room and bathroom impecable like being in Virginia at the end of the 19th century or early twenty. I was sorry to leave!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hospitality was phenomenal!! My husband and I felt so at home with the innkeepers Lankford and Joyce. The breakfast was EXCELLENT! We will DEFINITELY visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely couple that owns the property. My daughter and I had a wonderful stay and I highly recommend this inn
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Curt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming historical restored home. Breakfast was excellent, room was spacious and nicely decorated and owners were friendly and attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely inn keepers. Great breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

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

Cute getaway

Breakfast was amazing and the hosts were so incredibly nice and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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

Magnolia Inn-worth a visit

We had a chance to stay at the Magnolia Inn when they had a last minute cancellation. The owners were great! Very welcoming and helpful when asked about events and dinner spots within walking distance. The room was very comfortable and extremely clean. We enjoyed a delicious breakfast as part of our stay. One of the owners, Joyce, asked if we had any food preferences upon arrival to make sure she prepared items we'd enjoy. I'd definitely plan a return trip to the Magnolia Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danuta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, charming place to stay with wonderful innkeepers who will made our stay very special. Breakfast each morning was freshly made , tasted wonderful and prepared based on our preferences and needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique restored inn with exceptional owners/hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute house. Innkeepers are great and the house has charm. The bed was uncomfortable and very creaky.... Also, there is no on site parking lot/space. You are required to park in the neighborhood block, which is their "free parking". The location is not in a great neighborhood and we felt very uncomfortable leaving our cars parked there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this place! And the breakfast was delicious. I’m definitely coming back here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What I loved about Magnolia House, was the warm and friendly proprietors. The Inn was also warm, it reminded me of a stay at my grandma house. I didn’t want to leave. I definitely will be going back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at the Magnolia House Inn & The Wedding Chapel was exceptional! The customer service and personal attention provided was class "A". This was me and my husband first time staying in a Bed and Breakfast and they truly exceeded our expectations. The breakfast provided every morning was phenomenal. I can't wait to go back to revisit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Honest gentile service.

The proprietors of the Magnolia Inn are as sweet as any host could be. My wife and I were delighted with the care we received at this fabulous bed and breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful one-night stay at the Magnolia House Inn. The breakfast was amazing, with possibly the best crab cakes I have ever tasted.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Atmosphere. Felt " at home" , similar to a family environment.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Magnolia House Inn - Joyce and Lankford could not have been more hospitable, going out of their way to meet our need for a very early breakfast. Accommodations were beyond lovely. We look forward to a return visit!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

Excellent experience - stongly recommended

An excellent experience. Owners were very welcoming, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danny&Patty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Joyce and Lankford were so warm and welcoming. They are a true example of true Southern Charm! The breakfast was great, the room absolutely perfect and the Inn itself gorgeous.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
owners were gracious and accommodating. It was just the weekend get away we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018