Red Elephant Inn

Great respite from a hard day’s hike. The red elephant is a pet lover’s dream. If you are suffering withdrawal from a dog or cat, Red Elephant has the cure. Brody is an accomplished canine greeter and Maitre D’. He cares deeply about the quality of your food. I mean, he really wants to know how good your food is. That’s how much he cares about service. Hydro is the feline room service attendant. He checked on us twice to ensure all was well with our rooms and that the bed was comfy, which it was.
On the human front, Rob is a great host, dispensing hot coffee and expert advice on local recreation and amenities. Food and service were wonderful and you can’t beat the view of the Moat mountains. We will be back!

My first experience with a B&B and I decided on the Red Elephant. I wasn’t sure on what to expect. I had a general idea but still unsure so I went into it with very few expectations. One thing to note. I booked through expedia who had some of the info about the B&B incorrect which was explained to us how it worked. It’s ok, didn’t really effect much. Our room was actually upgraded upon arrival which was very cool. The place is very clean. The owner very accommodating and cooks one heck of a good breakfast in my opinion. He’s an awesome guy with loads of info about the area. Brody his dog is very well behaved. We loved him. As animal lovers having his dog there and also his girlfriends cat made it a nice homey feeling.
They have a no child policy which we LOVED!
All that being said… the room was not really up to par. I wish I could give half stars because this would really be a 3.5 star rating but I upped it to 4 because honestly Rob is awesome. It’s just the room. The window a/​c has to be the nosiest a/​c I’ve ever had. The bathroom was nice and spacious however it looked like it took some water damage here and there that was sloppily repaired. The bath tub was jetted but the jetted feature was very loud and seemed to vibrate the whole house. Maybe it was just me I turned it off after a minute because I didn’t want to disturb anyone.
I probably only got about 2 hours of sleep and my girlfriend even less. The bed was so uncomfortable. It was fairly firm but just something was not good about it. Was so bad when I woke up I needed to get a heat pad on it because it went out and I could barely move. Our vacation was also cut short because of it and we were forced to leave early wasted the cost of one nights stay.
Final thoughts on Red Elephant: If you want that «come into my home and make yourself comfortable» service this is the place for you. Highly recommend. Book directly with the owner and not through expedia or anything similar so you get a good understanding what the B&B offers. Be mindful of the bed and possibly problems there. Would I return? Probably not based on how bad the sleeping experience was and the other little negative things. A shame because Rob and his girlfriend and furbabies are really great people and know how to treat their guests. I do recommend going here for yourself and giving it a stay. You might have a better opinion about the room.

Wonderful B & B near everything near and dear in North Conway.
We were greeted warmly by the owner, Rob, upon our arrival. There was a tray near the entry with wine glasses and complimentary wine, chocolates and oranges. I’m sure there were other edible treats, as well, but I can’t remember what they were. There is a cozy sitting area near the front of the house where we sat drinking our wine and enjoying the wood stove.
The house was decked out still with Christmas tree, wreaths on the bedroom doors, and Christmas items throughout.
Our room was delightful with a comfortable queen bed and a roomy bathroom.
The owner had a dog, Brody, that was very pleasant and his girlfriend was visiting and had a cat, Hydro, that you would have thought was the resident cat. He was so personable and lovable with us.
Breakfast was served starting at 8:30am in their dining room. It consisted of a muffin, a frozen chocolate banana, and a choice of two entrees, French toast, and eggs of some sort. Breakfast was very good and service was warm and friendly with Brody begging but we had strict instructions not to give in so we did not for his sake.
It was a lovely inn and a very good price so I would definitely want to stay here again.
The only thing I would say on the negative side was that it was quite an awkward moment when we wandered into the area by the open kitchen with a TV and sofa and chairs, talking to the owner and his girlfriend. I was going to sit down, thinking it was an area open for guests when I was told (gently) that it was the owner’s residence. We then excused ourselves but, really, it was an awkward and uncomfortable moment for me. I did not intend to invade the owner’s personal space so my advice would be to close it off so it would not have happened in the first place. This is one of the reasons I usually decide on a hotel instead of a B & B.

My husband and I stayed here on a weekend trip to North Conway. Neither of us had ever stayed at a B&B before so we weren’t sure what to expect. When we arrived Rob greeted us with a warm welcome, went over a few things with us before showing us to our room. We settled into the New Hampshire Room which was cozy and private. The breakfast each morning was great and Rob, and his dog Brody, were very attentive. I expected a B&B to be stuffy & wallpapered with the feeling like we couldn’t have our own space and that was absolutely not the case. We would definitely recommend the Red Elephant Inn to anyone traveling up to North Conway.

I feel bad giving Red Elephant 2 stars especially since the owner is so nice and welcoming. But there are things we couldn’t overlook during our stay last weekend.
We stayed in the Paris room which is cutely decorated but the room really isn’t that clean. Very dusty, the vents are corroded with dust, walls, etc. SO if you have allergies (like I do) beware. Also the glass cups they give you to rinse your mouth when you brush your teeth were absolutely filthy! I mean filthy! How could housekeeping over look this? Bathroom was an interesting design, shower had a strong stream, very hot water, tub jets too. Good quality toilet paper which is a detail I always appreciate.
The beds were not comfortable and probably need to be replaced because of age. My back was achy in the morning. They have a gas fireplace which is nice however they didn’t leave more detailed instructions how to turn it on! We finally figured out that there was a switch in the back after playing with the thermostat all night.
The food is meh, OK, maybe I’m spoiled and used to really good food, especially when it comes to breakfast food, but honestly I think they just made a batch and heated it up in the microwave. Waitress was nice, they have a cute dog, Brody, who tries to seduce you with his cute little eyes to feed him in the dining room. You may hear an occasional bark in the morning as Brody likes to bark at the leaves. I love animals and didn’t mind their dog but someone with allergies or has a fear, may need to know in advance that they have a dog.
The Inn is actually located in a residential neighborhood. When we were arriving Friday night, a party was going on next door and we could hear drunk teenagers shouting from the porch. It was fine, we couldn’t hear them in our room but I think we were expecting the Inn to be located somewhere more country-​like. And Beware. there are thin walls… The couple up stairs over our room were very… um.“loud”.if you catch my drift. Then they did the walk of shame the next morning at breakfast! I gave them my best judgement stare! hahahaha
Ok so pros: Nice, very, very welcoming owner which is always nice. Nice staff. Snacks of chocolate, fruit, popcorn, tea, even wine left out for your convenience. Cute Inn (just dirty), the dining room is cute, small, intimate, well-​lit. Short drive to the center of town. Good, relaxed, unpretentious vibe.
Tip for owner: Just hire someone to do an intense cleaning, dusting, scrubbing every 3 months or so and you will greatly improve your business and make your guests feel more relaxed.

I absolutely loved my weekend stay at the Red Elephant. This is not your average B&B! The rooms here are comfy and cozy yet modern and sophisticated. (I didn’t see a single doily all weekend.) Rob, the owner, is warm and welcoming and truly goes above and beyond for his guests. He even offers a complementary snack table, complete with wine and tea. He also has TONS of suggestions for activities in town and nearby. As for the breakfasts… if you like starting your day with a delicious, 3-​course gourmet meal, you’ll enjoy them. I especially enjoyed the lime-​infused strawberries topped with a fresh yoghourt mousse, and the asparagus and swiss quiche. I can’t wait to go back.

Comfortable rooms, good food. Just make sure to advise the people running the Red Elephant a day or two in advance of any issues you may have (Celiac, dairy, what have you) so they may make a delicious breakfast that won’t cause you to keel over then have their cute dog finish the job by licking you to death. There is a pool, Wine, and the best view out of a bathroom window ever! Good suggestions, the gentleman was able to suggestion a mountain that could whoop my butt but still keep my in-​shape wife entertained. There is wifi, no idea if it was free or not, but the video collection was eclectic!

We just stayed there this weekend with our 7 months old baby and little dog to celebrate our 2 years anniversary. Rob was extremely welcoming, friendly and accommodating. The house was cute, and the little yard/​patio place was great for hanging out and enjoying the weather catching up. We stayed at the Hollywood room, and it was very spacey! That room is right below the stairway, and next to the check-​in desk, and right outside the bedroom is the patio. so it can get a bit noisy, but nothing too much for us to handle this past weekend. Breakfast in the morning was good. It’s minutes away from North Conway downtown. I definitely recommend this place, and we would definitely come back! Wonderful experience.

We just returned from a wonderful winter weekend getaway to North Conway. The Red Elephant Inn was excellent: comfortable, quiet, clean, and relaxing, and to echo other reviewers’ comments, breakfast was delicious! On the first morning, I selected eggs over pancakes, but after my husband commenting that they were some of the best pancakes he had ever had, I went for the pancake option the second day. Both were great, as were the innkeeper and his sweet dog, Brody (and this is coming from a couple of «cat people»…). While in town, we also enjoyed some (chilly!) hiking along some of the nearby trails to Cathedral Ledge and Diana’s Baths and some tasty beers at the nearby Moat Mountain brewery. We would definitely stay at the Red Elephant again if we returned to North Conway.

This place is amazing we love to take the family here Rob and Brody are fantastic inn keepers every time I walk in the door I feel like I’m on vacation finally. Rob always points us in the direction of the best hills to sled and rocks to climb.

We wanted to simply get away from the boston scene for a little bit and this was the perfect place. We even showed up pretty late but they were extremely accommodating. A big room, with a shower and tub. Huge common space for storing things like foods and perishables. Adorable dog so maybe pet friendly. I had the pancakes which were delicious! An awesome getaway for sure! They even have a small fireplace which was nice in each room

Outstanding service, terrific breakfasts, very comfy bed and sheets were so wonderful. We totally enjoyed staying there and will do so if we are ever blessed to be back up in that beautiful area again. And Rob was a very gracious host and innkeeper.

Our first B & B experience. Our initial reaction when reaching the inn was relief. Good looking from the outside. Clean, neat, not rundown. We stayed in the New York Suite. Again, the room was clean, no dust to be seen as is typical with most hotels or other places we’ve stayed (even the high-​end ones). King size bed, jacuzzi tub, nice natural light coming in, minimalist décor; but comfortable overall. Rob the owner is very personable and eager to help you with info on local attractions, or maybe to get you a glass of wine, or just hang out with him and his dog Brody. Breakfast in the morning was great! Very laidback feel overall. Perfectly placed just off the main road in the center of North Conway, just a few minute drive down Main St. to the center of town for dining and local shopping. Easily accessible to highways and other main roads for sightseeing and local attractions. We went up there for our one year anniversary; can’t wait to get back for just hanging out.

«Not your grandmother’s b&b, and that’s a good thing! No flowered wall paper, outdated furniture or creepy paintings! We had a great stay the Red Elephant and will go back at any time. The breakfasts were amazing, the inn keeper is great!»

We love this place.
We just came back from our third stay there… It’s comfy without being annoyingly cutesy. The breakfasts are fantastic. The rooms (at least the ones we’ve stayed in) have great amenities like fireplaces/​stoves and jetted tubs.
The location is convenient, close to downtown North Conway but set back just a bit from the hustle and bustle.
Rob, the innkeeper, is very entertaining and a great host. He leaves out wine, chocolates, fruit, water and coffee/​tea for guests, as well as making available a huge selection of DVDs if you want a quiet movie night.
Sure, you could find cheaper places to stay, but you get what you pay for. And what you get at the Red Elephant is a great experience.

My first experience at a Bed & Breakfast was at the Red Elephant Inn, a beautifully well preserved stately house with lots of historic charm. The location is right in the heart of North Conway but it is set away a bit from the hustle and bustle of main street. We spent a night in the Paris theme room, tastefully decorated and furnished. My husband and I slept like a baby and we woke up to the sweet and savory smell of breakfast. Ahhh breakfast… it was delicious! The french toast was melt in your mouth goodness along with the peanut butter yogurt and cream puff like confection. As for the inn keeper and his dog, Brody. They were so warm and welcoming, I felt like I was at home — away from home.
The only con — well wifi was weak and reception was terrible but hey we went to NH to get away from it all. So no biggie.

We drove up from Boston for a last minute getaway on a Saturday night. We really wished we could have stayed for a second night, I know we’ll be back this winter once the snow falls. Rob and his wife were wonderful hosts, charming and friendly and very helpful. My family ran a B&B for many years in Maine so I have fairly high standards and the Red Elephant met them all.
We stayed in the Paris room which was quite lovely, a great size and not kitchy in the way many places are. And the sheets! Oh, the sheets were so smooth and soft that I may have briefly contemplated absconding with them. They have a great dvd/​vhs collection to borrow from for your room as well as a well stocked library. We arrived just at sunset and there was a bottle of wine in the entry way that we were invited to enjoy as well as chocolates, apples and other snacks as well as tea and coffee. We took wine out to the porch and watched the sky turn pink behind the mountains.
Breakfast was fantastic-​a tasty muffin followed by homemade peanut butter yogurt with bananas and brown sugar (remarkably good!) and then a choice of a savory or sweet main course. I had the scrambled eggs with chive cream cheese, perfectly done bacon and English muffins. I really like the dining room setup with multiple small tables so you have a bit of privacy but can still talk with the other guests in traditional B&B style. When we left Rob gave us great advice on a short, nearby hike (Champney Falls Trail) that was exactly what we were looking for. All around it was a wonderful stay and we left very contented and impressed.

Let me add my 5 star review for Red Elephant Inn. Rob runs a top notch inn. More importantly, his genuine warmth and kindness made us feel like family. The room was lovely and comfortable and the food was superb (fresh zeppoli and fresh pear poached in coffee – simply wonderful). Best B & B I ever stayed at!

My boyfriend and I recently stayed at the Red Elephant Inn in North Conway and had a great experience there! Rob was very nice and personable. The room was very nice (Hollywood, i think), it was on the main floor and had a big bathroom and plenty of space. The breakfasts were delicious; my favorite: scrambled eggs with chive cream cheese (yum!). I loved the nice touches, a bottle of wine and treats left out for guests, bottled water always available, dvds to borrow, etc.
We were able to walk to town in a few minutes and there was food (and ice cream) right across the street. Perfect central location.
We hope to return and definitely recommend to others!

We were looking to get away last August and do some kayaking up in NH for a few days. I remembered this inn that a friend of a friend’s dad owns, and I liked the name. I will try anything if I like the name, and I like elephants. Usually, I make the right call. I’ll never stay in a hotel again! Rob Cap was a gracious, welcoming host who permitted us full access to his fridge. We were given the keys to the Hollywood room with a large kingsize bed and 11 pillows (of course I counted). Casablanca and Bogey decorations everywhere. The stay was comfortable. Our room was huge, and what really impressed me was his attention to detail in decorating.
The real draw is the breakfast. The first morning Rob made us poached pears soaked in coffee w/​a coffee syrup reduction. THANK YOU. I’ve been missing something all my life, and this was it. We had our coffee on the beautiful deck, and had a great few days kayaking, drinking our respective red wine and scotch, and outlet shopping.
The service was unreal, as were the amenities. We explored the place top-​to-​bottom, and were immensely sad to leave. I’d absolutely head back, summer or winter.