FAQ
Browse our frequently asked questions below to learn more about your upcoming stay at The Beaufort Inn. If you can’t find the information you’re looking for, please contact our guest services team directly—we’ll be happy to assist you and ensure a seamless, relaxing stay in the heart of historic downtown Beaufort.
We can guarantee an early check-in for 1:00 PM for a $50 early arrival fee, or you can request a complimentary early check-in based on our open room availability before 3:00 PM. We handle late check-outs day-by-day depending on availability, so please request this directly through our front desk.
We accept cancellations without penalty up to 72 hours before 3:00 PM on your arrival day. Cancellations or modification attempts within this 72-hour window are subject to a fee equal to your first.
Yes, our front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to assist you.
You must be 21 years or older to check in with us.
Yes, we provide private self-parking on-site for all of our overnight guests staying at The Beaufort Inn.
Our private self-parking is completely complimentary for all overnight guests staying at The Beaufort Inn. We will assign you a mandatory parking pass at our front desk upon check-in.
No, we do not have EV charging stations on our property at this time.
We do not operate an airport shuttle or dedicated property transportation service at this time. Our front desk staff is always available to provide details on independent transit options available around Beaufort.
Check-in at our inn begins at 3:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Smoking is strictly prohibited across our entire property, including all guest rooms, balconies, and outdoor courtyards. Violations are subject to a financial fine.
Yes, you may ship packages to our hotel address. Please ensure the shipment includes our hotel name and your name as the registered guest, and notify our front desk in advance.
Yes, our front office staff acts as a guest services team to assist you with local recommendations and stay needs.
Yes, while we do not have a formal baggage room, our front desk staff can hold your luggage securely behind the desk for your convenience.
Yes, we add a standard resort fee to your final total at checkout.
We require key card access for property entry after standard business hours, and we maintain 24-hour on-call managers to assist our guests at any time.
Yes, we offer several on-property amenities and activities for you to enjoy during your stay:
- Lush Garden Courtyards: Unwind in our beautifully landscaped courtyards, complete with fountains and hidden seating areas.
- Nightly Outdoor Firepits: Gather outdoors in the evening around our cozy firepits, with seasonal s'mores kits available at our front desk upon request.
- Complimentary Bicycles: Borrow one of our on-site bikes to cruise through the historic district, visit Waterfront Park, or explore the nearby 10-mile Spanish Moss Trail.
- Complimentary Mahjong Sets: Request a complimentary Mahjong set from our front desk to play a relaxing afternoon game on our expansive porches or in the shade of the courtyards.
No, we do not have a fitness center or gym located on our property.
No, we do not have an on-site swimming pool at The Beaufort Inn. However, we offer our guests complimentary beach passes to nearby Huntington Island State Park on a first-come, first-served basis.
Yes, rideshare services like Uber and Lyft operate throughout our downtown Beaufort historic district. We recommend scheduling your transportation in advance to ensure availability.
No, we do not offer laundry or dry cleaning services on the property.
Yes, we serve a complimentary self-service continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM in our Main Inn Parlor Room. Enjoy our biscuit bar, yogurt bowls, coffee, and tea, with seating available indoors or on our back porch.
We are a campus-style property consisting of the historic 1897 Wallace Smith Mansion, adjacent cottages, courtyards, and downtown lofts. Due to the beautifully preserved historic nature of our buildings, most accommodations do not have elevators and require stairs for access. Please contact our team before booking if you require a ground-floor room.
Yes, we welcome up to two dogs under 40 pounds each per guest room. We apply a non-refundable pet fee of $45 per dog, per night, plus tax at check-in.
Yes, your dogs will receive a special treat package at check-in, and we feature an on-site Canine Courtyard designated specifically for pet relief.
Yes, we accept dogs for a nightly fee of $45 per dog, plus tax.
We accept dogs weighing under 40 pounds at The Beaufort Inn. We do not have any specific breed restrictions.
Dogs are allowed within our designated pet-friendly guest rooms, outdoor courtyards, and common green spaces.
Yes, our Canine Courtyard is our on-site grassy area reserved specifically for your dogs.