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Reviews of McKinley Edwards Inn

208 Arlington Ave, Bryson City, NC 28713, United States of America

#2 of 5 B&Bs and inns in Bryson City

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 356 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: May 5, 2024

    10
    loved our room overlooking the gardens, relaxing, peaceful…loved it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Pet-Friendly
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    beautiful gardens,

    very serene, relaxing

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 24, 2024

    8.0
    Clean, quiet place to stay while visiting the area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Driveway entrance and exit are dangerous.

    Landscaping is excellent. Owners were great. Scenic location with sitting areas.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very lovely property. Comfortable, spacious room. Friendly, attentive hosts.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 10, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Quiet, comfortable and nice gardens around the property. Close location to town and nearby to sites and hiking.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 8, 2024

    10
    Welcoming, beautiful and exceeded expectations.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The friendliness of the Innkeepers, the hospitality, the beautiful rooms and common areas.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 27, 2024

    10
    Lovely Inn
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    the only drawback of this property is the difficulty getting from the parking lot and up the many stairs to some of the rooms. This is not a place for people with any mobility issues. The owners sent a number of notices clearly stating this after we had already booked our non-refundable room, Fortunately this was not an issue for us.

    The breakfast was very good and included fresh fruit, a breakfast casserole and good variety of other breakfast items. It was served in a beautiful room surrounded by windows overlooking lovely gardens. An added touch was the gas fire on a chilly day. The room was spacious, comfortable and nicely decorated. The two recliners were an added bonus.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 17, 2024

    10
    Great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We liked the ambience of the room and main house, and the friendly and very accommodating staff. We would stay here again.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night

    Location was great, room was very clean, comfortable, and spacious for our stay. Would recommend to anyone staying in Bryson City, NC.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: January 1, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I'm definitely coming back. The property is one of a kind with a little treasure everywhere you look. The charm of Bryson City can only be matched by this wonderful inn and the hosts that make you feel welcomed here.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 24, 2023

    8.0
    Cute, comfortable, peaceful stay in a cozy, convenient inn.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The rooms are certainly dated, but very clean and cozy.

    Quaint and comfortable, very close to everything in Bryson City. Breakfast was convenient and tasty, with a lovely view in the dining room. We all slept very well!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 19, 2023

    10
    If you are looking for a little cozy spot that is very convenient to the Polar Express, this is your spot! Mr. J can’t m
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cottage - Pet-Friendly
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There wasn’t anything we didn’t like . Everything was exceptional!

    The property is beautiful and all decorated for Christmas! The cottage was amazing and the fireplace was amazing as well!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 10, 2023

    10
    Perfect !
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Quaint, clean, quiet with a bed & breakfast feel. We had 2 rooms for and my family. They had Christmas crafts for the kids to make. Everything was warm and inviting. We will come back again !

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 4, 2023

    10
    We came in late on motorcycle, very easy and fast to get our bikes park in a good place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Pet-friendly
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I think everything was fine

    It was very good

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 22, 2023

    10
    Awesome! We'd love to go back!
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Can't think of a thing! We appreciated the frig and microwave!

    Breakfast was delicious! Awesome hot dish and plenty of choices! This inn far exceeded expectations!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 22, 2023

    10
    A charming Inn and a perfect gathering space for our family
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Pet-friendly
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was just right for our trip.

    We were welcomed with warmth and hospitality. McKinley Edwards Inn provided the perfect overnight accommodations for our family. We had four rooms to accommodate our family for our Polar Express adventure. John Mark was kind enough to set up chairs around the fire pit along with a s’mores table for us after we arrived back for the evening. Our kids loved it! The breakfast and dining area was lovely. A great gathering space for us to spend time together. Our littles enjoyed the craft table that Janice set up after breakfast. Thank you for a wonderful stay!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 22, 2023

    10
    The staff and Inn were exceptional!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    Everything

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 20, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Location

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 18, 2023

    9.0
    Nice place close to train station.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Hard to get luggage up but we knew this ahead of time.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 17, 2023

    9.0
    Polar Express trip
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Pet-friendly
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only thing negative was the attitude of the gentleman at breakfast working from kitchen. He was both curt and snide,he made us feel like we were imposing instead of guest.

    The grounds,location and female staff.Excellent location for a visit to Bryson City. Room was comfortable. We would stay there again .)

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 13, 2023

    8.0
    It’s a great deal in a good location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Rooms were a little outdated and the beds were not very comfortable.

    It’s beautiful and the dining area has a lovely view of the mountains. Also, it’s close to town - yet also, a little out of the way.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 12, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Loved the breakfast and the view while eating.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: November 2, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Pet-Friendly
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was nothing that we didn't like.

    We were on a 3-day road trip for fall foliage. This was a perfect place to stop after traveling up the Cherohala sky road from Chattanooga. This location with also be very handy if you're going to be going on the Smoky mountain railroad that's just minutes away. The room was clean and prepared well. The host was hospitable and helpful. We loved waking up to breakfast in their cozy and quaint dining room, a fully restored 1912 home with large view windows and a fireplace.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 28, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Need lights at entrance Into driveway Need lights in parking lot

    Decor, bed and linens, breakfast, stonework and gardens.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 27, 2023

    10
    A Clean and comfortable place to stay !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It’s very small , and compacted together!

    The property was lovely ! Our room was wonderful!

    Stayed in October 2023

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