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The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western

2.5 star property
Travelers find a peaceful garden retreat just steps from Oregon Shakespeare Festival, with convenient grab-and-go breakfast before exploring local shops.

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
Located near Lithia Park, The Bard's Inn offers a comfy stay with a garden setting and practical amenities. Enjoy a free to-go breakfast, relax by the pool with sun loungers, or use the 24-hour business center. Helpful staff and nearby shopping enhance your stay.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
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About this property

The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western

  • Hotel near Lithia Park
  • Located close to Oregon Shakespeare Festival and Oregon Cabaret Theatre, The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western provides free to-go breakfast, a garden, and a 24-hour business center. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • An electric car charging station, a vegetable garden, and a 24-hour front desk
    • A vending machine, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and proximity to shopping
  • Room features
  • All 90 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
    • Eco-friendly toiletries, shower/tub combinations, and hair dryers
    • 37-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and coffee/tea makers

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per day (maximum USD 100 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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, debit cards, and cash
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western?

As of May 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western on May 25, 2026 start from $122, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western located?

Located in Historic Downtown District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Lithia Park, Oregon Shakespeare Festival, and Oregon Cabaret Theatre. Southern Oregon University and Emigrant Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 540 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 304 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1021 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Very walkable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

april

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time staying here. The location is perfect and the hotel and staff were amazing! We will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Bard is always a great option for lodging when attending the OSF. It’s a five minute walk to all of the theatres, the area supports good food and shopping plus Lithia Park has a nice trail for a morning hike/stroll. I’ve stayed at the Bard a number of times and would choose it again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

OR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room in the main building was quiet, small but comfortable, and equipped with all the basic amenities. An older and heavily used hotel that is a bit tired, the Bard's Inn provides acceptable and much more affordable accommodations conveniently within easy walking distance to downtown Ashland. All the usual Best Western amenities are--sort of--available. At the Expedia rate, we were content with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick, efficient check in and friendly front desk. Clean. Comfortable beds and pillows!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, location and a clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thus is our go to hotel every time we visit Ashland. It is quiet and extremely close to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room and friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and nice room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Bards Inn is lovely with each room themed after a Shakespe Play. Location is excellent just at the top of Main St. I can highly recommend this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

My favorite place to stay in Ashland. Clean and nice rooms, affordable, PERFECT location and great staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
great choice - friendly staff, clean room, great location, easy parking, pet friendly. All in all a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary Lou

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The front desk staff were friendly and helpful. The breakfast staff were efficient, attentive and friendly. The facility is nicely located for all we did in Ashland for the weekend, very walkable. The breakfast was robust and well stocked, offering gluten free and dairy free options. The bed was comfortable and slept well, the noise level was minimal. The reason for the lower rating was cleanliness of the room itself. When we arrived, I went to wash my hands and there was dental floss on the counter. At one point I dropped my glasses off the nightstand and when I went fishing for them under the edge of the bed, I found someone's lost earbud case. Finally, the plate that attaches the lighting fixture above the table near the window to the ceiling was dangling on the chain. These conditions aren't acceptable and were reported. Front desk staff was apologetic and assured prompt attention.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Ramona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was in good condition and the staff was wonderful but we could hear everything in the room next to us. They were extremely loud until early hours in the morning. Both nights we stayed there.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the bed was comfortable.
The jetted tub was LOUD. We did not use it, because we were scared we would bother the neighbors.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to everything!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean, breakfast was plentiful, it was near to the theaters, and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

James

Disliked: Amenities
The first time we stayed at The Bard's Inn back in 2020 was an amazing experience. The room was extremely nice, service was great, food was great. This time, though, the room was very dingy, with minimal amenities. It looked as though nothing had been done with it in years. The food experience was less than satisfactory as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, comfortable bed. Pretty small and cramped and pretty outdated. Great location and good staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location, close to shops, parks and restaurants . Staff was friendly and our room had a nice patio.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet place to stay right on the edge of everything
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very centrally located to the town and good restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our top choice for an Ashland stay for Shakespeare festival. Rooms are fine, continental breakfast good, and nice to know the pool is available if you want to swim. Easy walkability to shops and dining and Lithia Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025