We recently stayed in the Bard's Inn on a stopover back to California. The location was good -- within walking distance of all restaurants and the Shakespeare Theatre. However, upon arrival at the hotel, we found out there was no parking available in the hotel lot so we were told to find street parking. This was an inconvenience for us since we had four suitcases to carry up and down the streets. The room was clean and air conditioned...although I did see an ant in the bathroom. Although our booking told us we would have high-speed wireless internet available in the room, this service was not working for the two days we were there. This was extremely frustrating and when we asked if there could be some kind of compensation, the receptionist replied that we were already receiving a "AAA" discount, even though this has nothing to do with the malfunctioning internet. Breakfast was standard - cereal, bread, bagels, fruit and coffee. All in all, its a good location for its price, but service could be a lot better.

We just got back from a two night stay at the Bard's and enjoyed it. We were originally here for one night to see a play, but decided to extend our trip by a day. Our room wasn't available for the 2nd night, but they accommodated us with the room next door. The rooms are sizable, clean and cozy. Our rooms were in one of the newer buildings with underground pkg-which came in handy with the 100+ degree temps. Breakfast was nice with fresh pastries, fruit and coffee. The best part about the hotel was the location to the Festival and restaurants-just about a block away.

The Bard's Inn has one of the best locations in Ashland for theaters, shopping, etc. It has immaculate landscaping. Rooms are adequate, a bit small. Continental breakfast is average--there are steps and hills to negotiate to get to the separate bldg. Owners might consider rerouting access to the bldg as there are many srs who stop at this inn.
Internet access needs to be totally reworked. In this day of technology there is no excuse for not having functional internet access.
The Bard has always been a favorite place for me in Ashland. However, it is beginning to show signs of age and needs to be spiffed up a bit.

Bard's Inn is the place to stay when visiting Ashland in April to see plays at the OSF. We stayed two nights in room #607 in Bldg. 3.

Check-in was fast, our corner room was clean and spacious, breakfast plentiful, and free parking. The night temperature was in the mid 30's. The heater worked perfectly and not loud and noisy. The windows were tight fitting and no drafts coming through while it rained during the night.

The staff was friendly and courteous from time of check-in to check-out.

Our only complaint was the slow internet service .

We would definitely recommend Bard's Inn to our friends and would stay here again when coming to Ashland to see a play.