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    Blooming Garden Inn and Holly House

    65 reviews
    #4 of 8 B&Bs / Inns in Durham
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    513 Holloway St, Durham, NC 27701-3457
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    Finding an ideal romantic bed and breakfast in Durham does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Blooming Garden Inn and Holly House, a nice option for travelers like you. …More For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Durham, Blooming Garden Inn and Holly House is located a short distance from Golden Belt Historic District (0.7 mi) and Hayti Heritage Center (0.7 mi). Rooms at Blooming Garden Inn and Holly House offer air conditioning providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with free wifi. Free breakfast will also help to make your stay even more special. If you are driving to Blooming Garden Inn and Holly House, free parking is available. While you’re here, be sure to check out some of the Chinese restaurants, including Banh's Cuisine, Happy China, and Golden China, all of which are a short distance from Blooming Garden Inn and Holly House. Should time allow, Durham Bulls Athletic Park and American Tobacco Historic District are some popular attractions that are within walking distance. Blooming Garden Inn and Holly House looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Durham. Less
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    Free parking
    Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
    Breakfast included
    Non-smoking hotel
    Room types
    Non-smoking rooms, Family Rooms
    Room types
    Non-smoking rooms, Family Rooms
    Number of rooms
    3
    Price range
    $181 - $340 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Location
    United States > North Carolina > Durham
    Room types
    Non-smoking rooms, Family Rooms
    Number of rooms
    3
    Price range
    $181 - $340 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Location
    United States > North Carolina > Durham
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    Reviewed March 20, 2019
    Sometimes it is possible to try too hard

    This is a very hard review for me to write because the Blooming Garden is a delightful house and the proprietors, Frank and Dolly, are charming and deserving people. Still the whole experience did not work well for us. I feel like somewhat of a...More

    Date of stay: March 2019
    Thank jm2hilo
    Reviewed January 24, 2019
    Beautiful B&B

    We enjoyed a much needed get-away weekend at Dolly and Frank’s B&B. It is a beautifully restored house in a revitalized neighborhood, where the owners reside and feature their many antique collectibles. The neighborhood was quiet and felt safe to us. The pricing was reasonable...More

    Date of stay: January 2019
    Thank Nicole M
    Reviewed November 26, 2018
    Friendly, Personal, and Unique B&B Experience

    Staying with Frank and Dolly (the owners of the B&B) was a great experience! And I would like to emphasize the word EXPERIENCE. The Blooming Garden Inn provided more than just a room to occupy for the night. They provided a friendly and personal experience...More

    Date of stay: November 2018
    Thank notthefish
    Reviewed August 6, 2018 via mobile
    Getaway

    What a delightful stay. Beautiful collections with great stories and recommendations. They were happy to meet my allergy needs. The food was delicious. We look forward to coming back. Thanks again Frank and Dolly

    Date of stay: August 2018
    Thank 954cassandrap
    Reviewed May 20, 2018
    Comfort and charm

    We booked three rooms for our son's graduation and were delighted with Frank and Dolly's hospitality. The rooms were comfortable and decorated with antiques and furnishings from our hosts' many travels around the world. Breakfast was delicious and Frank graciously accommodated our family's endless coffee...More

    Date of stay: May 2018
    Thank carolinmaine
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    "Short walk to the City Center"
    notthefish
    Nov 26, 2018
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    "The first floor suite was perfect for my folks, who are in the 80s. En suite bath and access to the lovely..."
    carolinmaine
    May 20, 2018
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    "We stayed in the cat lover's room with a great tub for couples and charming decor."
    cloverw103
    Nov 17, 2015
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    "I would've loved the experience of the luxury room upstairs. The room down stairs is a story to talk..."
    kemminiw
    Sep 21, 2015
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    PRICE RANGE
    $181 - $340 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    LOCATION
    United StatesNorth CarolinaDurham
    NUMBER OF ROOMS
    3
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