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Napoleon's Retreat Bed & Breakfast Inn

1815 Lafayette Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63104
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Napoleon's Retreat Bed & Breakfast Inn
Ranked #6 of 28 Saint Louis B&B and Inns
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Miami, Florida
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

Beautiful neighborhood for walking and residing. Surprisingly close to downtown.........I walked. Impeccable accommodations and the best breakfast I've ever had on the road. Stacy (the owner, hostess, cook and concierge) was delightful and informative. Her neighborhood and dining advice made the trip.

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Seattle, Washington
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Beautifully appointed B&B with an impeccable hostess. Stacy was warm, welcoming, and made delicious breakfasts. We enjoyed one at the peak of Dogwood bloom on her patio. Great location, walkable to the park and many good restaurants (as well as a Walgreen's for forgotten travel items). Very romantic. Perfect setting for a special occasion; certainly made our time there unforgettable... More

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Stacy K, Owner at Napoleon's Retreat Bed & Breakfast Inn, responded to this review
14 May 2013

The timing of your visit was perfect! I'm so glad you were able to stay with us while everything was in bloom. Thank you for your kind compliments. We hope you're able to visit again soon. More

Janesville, Wisconsin
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Napoleon's Retreat is a wonderful place to stay when driving through St Louis! It is easy to get to from I-44 and not far from the Missouri Botanical Gardens, which is a gorgeous place to spend an afternoon. The personal touch was greatly appreciated, and the recommendations for a dinner place and (very) early morning coffee were perfect. Breakfast was... More

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Stacy K, Owner at Napoleon's Retreat Bed & Breakfast Inn, responded to this review
11 May 2013

It was our pleasure having you as our guests. Being greeted by J's & your warm smiles every morning was the best way to start the day! Thank you for your thoughtful review. We hope your travels bring you to St. Louis again soon. More

NEWCASTLE, AUSTRALIA
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

I loved staying at Napoleons Retreat. Not only was the area beautiful and very safe (solo woman traveller) but my hostess was fantastic and breakfast amazing. A beautiful old "painted lady" lovingly restored with all amenities needed for their guests. I would highly recommend this property.

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Stacy K, Owner at Napoleon's Retreat Bed & Breakfast Inn, responded to this review
9 April 2013

It was an absolute delight having you as our guest! We feel very fortunate to own a B&B in a historic neighborhood and love sharing our home with warm, friendly people from around the globe. Thank you for staying with us! More

Boise, Idaho, United States
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

The Lafayette area of Saint Louis has such grand history and is one of the oldest neighborhoods in St. Louis. There were times in the past where this area was almost destroyed, first by a tornado, then by hard times. However, the caring people that realize the significance of the area's history have been restoring the french style homes in... More

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Stacy K, Owner at Napoleon's Retreat Bed & Breakfast Inn, responded to this review
9 April 2013

Your summary of our neighborhood absolutely wonderful! It reflects your love & appreciation for the beauty of Lafayette Square. Thank you for your kind words about our inn, too. It was a pleasure to meet you, and we hope your travels bring you to St. Louis again soon! More

Cool, CA
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Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
94 helpful votes 94 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

Napoleon's Retreat is a quaint, charming home with several smaller rooms and out-buildings that have separate entrances from the main house. The young woman who was our hostess tried really hard to appear welcoming and accommodating. It was pretty clear that she was stressed from this new experience of running a B&B by herself. When something happened outside of her... More

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Stacy K, Owner at Napoleon's Retreat Bed & Breakfast Inn, responded to this review
4 April 2013

We are so sorry that we failed to meet the service expectations of this guest. It is so important to us to ensure that each and every guest has a wonderful experience. When the guest removed a personal item from our private area in the inn without permission, we left a note requesting that the guest respect our belongings. We... More

Hermann, Missouri
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32 reviews 32 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

Beautifully restored victorian home in the quiet serene Lafayette Square neighborhood. Small town atmosphere within the metro St Louis. Nicely appointed restored victorian home gives way to a quiet get away. Breakfasts were served in the lovely dining room just off the parlor room. We stayed in the Napoleon room on the third floor which is the entire third floor.... More

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Stacy K, Owner at Napoleon's Retreat Bed & Breakfast Inn, responded to this review
1 April 2013

We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay! It was our pleasure having Julia and you as our guests. Peanut and Indiana especially enjoyed all of the wonderful attention they received during your visit. :o) Thank you for the feedback on the uneven heating. We are installing dampers in the ductwork to correct the imbalance between the 2nd... More

O'Fallon, IL
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2013

The whole experience at Napoleon's Retreat was lovely and perfect! We already have, and will continue to recommend it to friends and family. The breakfasts were delicious and the service very genial. Thank you for such an enjoyable, hospitable stay!

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Stacy K, Owner at Napoleon's Retreat Bed & Breakfast Inn, responded to this review
23 February 2013

Thank you for celebrating Valentine's Day at Napoleon's Retreat! We're honored by your kind words; recommendations are the utmost compliment. It's wonderful that you were able to make reservations at several of the restaurants just 2 blocks from our inn. We're also happy we could help you find 33 Wine Bar, the well-kept secret on Park Avenue behind our inn.... More

Phoenix, Arizona
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2013

The inn is picturesque with wonderful architecture and owners who go out of their way to make you feel at home and happy. We frequent b&bs across several continents, and have yet to have an experience come close to the quality and service here. The breakfasts are gourmet and the area is absolutely perfect- close location to excellent restaurants, parks,... More

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Stacy K, Owner at Napoleon's Retreat Bed & Breakfast Inn, responded to this review
9 February 2013

We are very happy you enjoyed your stay at Napoleon's Retreat! Your kind words mean so much to us. We look forward to seeing you again soon! More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2013 via mobile

Napoleon's Retreat is a lovely home in the city in a fantastic location. Stacey was a lovely hostess, very friendly and provided great knowledge of the neighborhood. . And there is so much to do in Lafayette Square. We stayed here for our wedding anniversary and it was a wonderful way to celebrate.

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Stacy K, Owner at Napoleon's Retreat Bed & Breakfast Inn, responded to this review
11 January 2013

Thank you so much for spending your anniversary at Napoleon's Retreat! It was a pleasure having you as our guests, and we appreciate your kind words about our inn & neighborhood. We love sharing our city with visitors - there's so much to see & do in St. Louis! More

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Additional Information about Napoleon's Retreat Bed & Breakfast Inn

Address: 1815 Lafayette Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63104
Region: United States > Missouri > Saint Louis
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Suites
Hotel Style:
Ranked #6 of 28 B&Bs / Inns in Saint Louis
Price range (per night): $128 - $204
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
An award-winning B&B located 1 mile from downtown in historic Lafayette Square. This 3-story Victorian mansion has 5 luxurious rooms, all with queen beds & private baths. Free wi-fi & full gourmet breakfast. One block to city's best restaurants and Bailey's Chocolate Bar. Steps away from 30 acre Lafayette Park, an urban oasis in the city center. ... more   less 

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