Ghost City Inn

541 Main St, Jerome, AZ 86331, Jerome, United States

Guest rating: 4.7 / 5

Overview

Ghost City Inn is a small, historic bed-and-breakfast in Jerome, Arizona, operating in a restored 1890 former boarding house originally built for miners. The property leans into an old-world atmosphere with antiques and period styling throughout. Public guest ratings are strong at 4.7/5 from 197 reviews, though individual experiences vary.

Rooms

There are five old-school guest rooms, each with a private bathroom, antique furnishings, and cable TV. Decor is described as Victorian and/or country-style, and some rooms add features such as a sofa, a wood-burning stove, and/or veranda access. A suite is available with an additional sitting room; several reviews note that some rooms feel quite small.

Breakfast

A hot breakfast is served either in the antiques-filled drawing room or outdoors in the yard beside a waterfall. Some guests also mention simple morning offerings such as coffee and muffins. Dining beyond breakfast is not documented on-site, but the inn is within a short walk of tasting rooms in town.

Location

The inn sits on Main Street in Jerome, with Jerome’s Sliding Jail about 198 m away and The Original Jerome Winery around 299 m away. Jerome State Historic Park is approximately 598 m from the property, and Gold King Mine & Ghost Town is about 1.7 km away. For day trips, Verde Canyon Railroad is roughly 6.1 km away, with Old Town Cottonwood (~8.0 km) and Tuzigoot National Monument (~8.3 km) also within easy driving distance.

Parking & policies

Complimentary street parking is available. Children age 14 or older are welcome, and minimum-stay rules may apply depending on dates. Additional amenities are not documented.

Best for

Best suited to couples and heritage-minded travelers who want a small, historic B&B experience in the heart of Jerome, steps from landmarks like Jerome’s Sliding Jail and close to local wineries and tasting rooms. It also works well for travelers planning scenic and history-focused outings, with Verde Canyon Railroad and Tuzigoot National Monument within a short drive.

Travel tips

Because parking is provided as complimentary street parking, plan for town-style curbside logistics, especially on busy weekends in Jerome. Many highlights are walkable from 541 Main St—such as Jerome’s Sliding Jail (~198 m) and The Original Jerome Winery (~299 m)—while attractions like Verde Canyon Railroad (~6.1 km) are best reached by car. Minimum-stay rules may apply, so confirm length-of-stay requirements before finalizing plans.

What guests say

Guests commonly highlight the inn’s historic character, antiques, and old-fashioned atmosphere, along with the convenience of being in walkable Jerome near wineries and local sights. Breakfast receives positive mentions, including fresh, simple morning options in addition to the hot breakfast service. Room experiences are mixed: some guests describe rooms as small but clean and well kept. A minority of comments raise concerns about the condition and feel of certain areas, including bathroom upkeep and an uninviting or unpleasant-smelling reception area, with some also questioning value for price.

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