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The Inn at Irwin Gardens

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star hotel perfect for exploring Columbus

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A large, stately building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a central entrance flanked by steps.
A formal dining room with a large table, chairs, and a chandelier.
A grand staircase with ornate woodwork and a chandelier, leading to a room with wooden paneling and a patterned carpet.
A classical building with a central archway and steps leading up to it, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.
A formal garden with a central pathway leading to a building with a brick facade and multiple chimneys.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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608 5th St, Columbus, IN, 47201
  • Place, The Commons
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kidscommons Children's Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mill Race Park
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Joseph Irwin Room

A hotel room with a wooden bed, a glass table, a chair, a desk, and a desk lamp.

Joseph Irwin Room

  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Clementine Tangeman Suite

A neatly made bed with a striped bedspread and several pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall with framed pictures.

Clementine Tangeman Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 850 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for JI & Xenia Miller Suite

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

JI & Xenia Miller Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 474 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for WG Irwin Suite

A traditional room with a fireplace, a dining table, and two sofas.

WG Irwin Suite

  • Garden view
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Elsie Sweeney Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a chair, and a chandelier.

Elsie Sweeney Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Columbus

City center stay.Steps from the hotel, you'll find First Christian Church and Columbus Visitors Center. Columbus Indiana Philharmonic and Zaharakos Ice Cream Parlor and Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • First Christian Church - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Commons - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kidscommons Children's Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Zaharakos Ice Cream Parlor and Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mill Race Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Inn at Irwin Gardens

3.5-star hotel perfect for exploring Columbus
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Inn at Irwin Gardens. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Columbus hotel is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
The Inn at Irwin Gardens offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and safes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Inn at Irwin Gardens to the airport?

The Inn at Irwin Gardens is 55.6 mi (57-min drive) away from the Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Inn at Irwin Gardens?

As of Aug 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Inn at Irwin Gardens on Aug 19, 2026 start from $374, 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.

Does The Inn at Irwin Gardens have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Inn at Irwin Gardens.

Does The Inn at Irwin Gardens offer free breakfast?

The Inn at Irwin Gardens offers free full breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Inn at Irwin Gardens?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Inn at Irwin Gardens?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Early check-in costs USD 25 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Inn at Irwin Gardens?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Inn at Irwin Gardens have a pool?

The Inn at Irwin Gardens does not have a pool.

Does The Inn at Irwin Gardens have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Inn at Irwin Gardens to downtown Columbus?

The Inn at Irwin Gardens is 0.2 mi away from Columbus.

The Inn at Irwin Gardens Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay and would highly recommend the property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
She was a wonderful stay, I wish we had stayed another night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning historical property. Lovely stay. Delicious breakfast and lisa was the ultimate inn keeper/host.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautifully preserved historic property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mai

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location and beautiful property! Make sure to bring amenities and some food for breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The history of the property; it's proximity to the library, the Visitor Center; an architectural icon; within walking distance of a vital downtorn with culinary and shopping options.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Martha

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Convenient to so many things. Great hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A huge part of the history of Columbus and a classic historic property. Obviously the gardens are spectacular! And so close to many of Columbus’ architectural marvels.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

renie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The converted house to a B and B is exquisite. It’ is also an intricate part of the history of Columbus being a premier architectural city. Both Columbus and the Inn at Irvin Gardens are a must see.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is a beautiful property! Very quiet and peaceful. We love the history of the house and grounds. The breakfast was amazing! The staff was friendly and accommodating. Will return again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simply wonderful

Simply wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
At the last minute, we requested an early check-in and Fran, the innkeeper graciously granted our request. We were greeted by her upon our arrival. We enjoyed the cocktail hour complimentary bottle of wine as we relaxed a bit before dinner at a local restaurant. So far we are enjoying our stay here at the Inn at Irwin Gardens. Looking forward to the Totality in the Gardens event later today.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was in excellent condition and the rooms were a great size. However, for the price we paid we expected a higher level of service. We never met anyone working at the Inn. There was no room cleaning during our stay. There was no breakfast service (although this was advertised on Expedia site) and the muffins served instead were not of good quality and while snacks were offered (chips and granola bars) there were no non-gluten choices.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antonina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Very Special Place

What an amazing and very special place. When do you get to eat, sleep, and sit by the fire in a museum? When you stay at the Inn at Irwin Gardens. The other home that was owned by the Irwin family is literally a museum. The rooms are beautiful and every one unique. The breakfast is served on china with cloth napkins, is three courses and delicious. Stacey was wonderful. She made a fire for us and brought our group two bottles of wine to enjoy by the fire each night. There are chocolates, coffee, and teas available for you anytime downtown. Upstairs there are snacks, soda, and other treats. You can sit in anyone of the three beautiful downstairs rooms and enjoy these things or sit in the extensive and magnificent gardens. Everything about this place is exceptional. A rare gem! And then there’s Columbus, IN right outside your door. I cannot think of anything better than staying at this Inn in Columbus, IN for an amazing little vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming But.....

Pros: Location, old world charm, quiet. Cons: Advertised as including breakfast. That is not available at this time. Was given a $25 per person discount per day. (you should ask). Room was quiet but if someone is in the adjoining room you can hear everything. Air conditioning was fantastic but not controllable. Bed was comfortable but felt used. No daily room service. One available plug on each side of the bed. Bathroom has the original fixtures which is charming. However, if you can't lift your legs 2 feet high to step into the extremely narrow shower you will have a problem. Tub sloped towards the rear so I always felt like I was balancing standing up. Plenty of hot water although the shower head needs repair. Limited soap supples but I probably could have had more if I asked. There is a person on premises but you have to call on the phone to get her. Coffee and store bought muffins are set out in the morning. No creamer though if you need that. The gardens are beautiful but the mosquitos are plenty. They provide spray to use but I still got bitten. Some bottles of OK wine are put out in the afternoon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kortnee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a beautiful property. Well kept and the food was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

could not have been better

The home was beautifully decorated for the holidays and was very cozy. Breakfast was excellent and they have wine at 5pm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very unique place. It was located close to the activities we had planned in town, I would recommend this place for a special occasion stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful inn and gardens. Innkeeper thought of everything.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tamara K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique place, great stuff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AMAZING!! The property was immaculate. The staff was incredible.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. We enjoyed our stay immensely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect romantic getaway for a night or two. Located in
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Nately

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it, amazing place.

It was amazing. WE Loved it very much! Beautiful garden. Excellent attentive service, truly southern hospitality. Lots of snacks and drinks and very special breakfast service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

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