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Reviews of Black Dolphin Inn 3 stars

916 South Riverside Drive, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168, United States

#3 of 61 hotels in New Smyrna Beach

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 86 hotel reviews

9.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    9.8

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.3

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 15 May 2024

    10
    What a wonderful getaway place to go to having a gourmet chef cook you breakfast in the morning even though there’s only
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe One-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It wasn’t anything not to like

    The quietness, the intimacy, the beauty of Inn, our room was absolutely beautiful!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    10
    Welcoming, relaxing, peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing

    Friendliness, The accomodatins with wonderful view, and set up.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    This is a beautiful small hotel. The room and bathroom were so beautiful. The balcony was really spacious. We could bike everywhere. It is away from the beach scene but close to the more interesting things for us, like the museum, Canal St., restaurants, etc. I would love to go back. We had our bikes and it was fun to bike through the lovely neighborhood. The breakfasts were great, and plentiful! You could have it delivered to your room or eat in the pretty kitchen/bar area.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    10
    Charming inn with great staff!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe One-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Didn't realize that other houses were so nearby the property...

    Beautiful tastefully decorated and charming room with tree growing as part of the balcony where squirrels love to come visit!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe One-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The issue area was magical, the bathtub was just what I needed after driving for 4 days, the bed was like sleeping on a cloud, the room was fantastic, breakfast was tasty and the views were incredible. I love that they provide binoculars to birdwatch at the river♥️

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful stay at the Black Dolphin
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was a little dusty

    Great location with river views

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2024

    10
    Luxurious
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing.

    This property was amazing. I’ve traveled the world and stayed in many top tier properties and the Black Dolphin is in my top 3!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2024

    10
    Highly recommend Black Dolphin
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Can't think of anything.

    Breakfasts were great and could be delivered to our room. Everyone was very nice and helpful. We'd only booked for 1 night but decided to stay 2.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2024

    10
    Loved this accommodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe One-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room rate was pricey, but definite value for money. I wish I could have stayed longer!

    I stayed at this accommodation over New Years and loved everything about it. My room was beautifully decorated, spacious, quiet, and clean, with a balcony that overlooked the Indian River. Easy access, free parking. Take advantage of the location and walk to the River Park Terrace for a delicious meal, drive no more than 10 minutes to reach New Smyrna Beach, shops and restaurants, 15 minutes to Canaveral National Seashore Visitors Center, 45 mins to Merritt Wildlife Refuge, and about an hour to Kennedy Space Center. Highly recommend.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2024

    10
    Wonderful place to stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast was wonderful, we couldn’t be more pleased, we booked from the car, and we were not disappointed. it’s nice to find such a gem.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful property on the water and everyone was very helpful and nice

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a hidden jewel.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 December 2023

    10
    Relaxing, waking up to breakfast!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Style And the architect, Use of the open air areas for dining or relaxing.

    Contemporary Style

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 September 2023

    10
    Beautiful and so comforting
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not really important, but maybe upgrade the shampoo, cream rinse, and add some body wash

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2023

    10
    More than met my expectations.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only problem was that the ice scoop was way too high for me to reach.

    Beautiful building and room and views, friendly helpful staff, fresh breakfast delivered to room. Spectacular service.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2023

    10
    Quiet but exciting. Sunset on the water. Beautiful people
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A swimming pool would be nice to relax at every day. The beach was a short distance away. This is not a complaint just thinking out loud. The staff was very kind and helpful. I definitely would visit again.

    The breakfast was very good. Every day was better than the last day. I could have had seconds of every breakfast. The cooks were very friendly while cooking breakfast. They also gave us different locations for dinner.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2023

    10
    A great and fun getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Jennifer was very hospitable and very friendly. They brought us very good breakfast to our room. And the location was great! If I could have that experience every weekend I’d do it in a heartbeat!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2023

    10
    A beautiful experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Beautiful place

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2023

    10
    Memorable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Breakfast excellent, comfort of whole room, owner pleasant, clean and quaint.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe One-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was good and served when we asked. Loved the mid century decor mixed up with modern. The room was very comfortable and cozy. View was okay with a little lanai off the room with a limited view of the river. All in all we enjoyed our stay there.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking can be awkward/ could get bottom of car dirty if needing to park on grass. Everything else is great.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2023

    10
    Outstanding comfort and luxurious furnishings. Breakfast was also top notch.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything was top notch, except the toilet paper. Odd choice to save a few dollars. Also, our room was on the third floor and could only be accessed by using an outside staircase to the second floor and then very steep stairs for the next two levels. If one has knee issues, back issues or just advanced age issues don't book the top floor (or if it is stormy weather).

    Amazing room, view of intercoastal, balcony and whirlpool tub in room.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Smoke alarm went off in the middle of the night, but the night manager seemed to jump on it after a few seconds

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2023

    10
    Great hotel in a great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Beautiful boutique hotel with a nice water view. Easy walk to old downtown with restaurants and shops. Short drive to the beach and the hotel provides towels and chairs if desired. Breakfast was excellent and the staff was top notch. Would definitely stay again!

    Stayed in February 2023

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