THE BARD'S INN, BW SIGNATURE COLLECTION BY BEST WESTERN - Ashland OR 132 N Main Street 97520

132 North Main St., Ashland, OR 97520 United States

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near Exit 19 on I-5 (~2.3mi)

In Ashland (Historic Downtown District)

8.6

Very Good

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Call to book 1-800-219-2797

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

The hotel offers amenities such as parking, an elevator, a gym, a pool, a spa, WiFi/internet, pet-friendly rooms, laundry facilities, non-smoking rooms, breakfast, air conditioning, a 24/7 front desk, a business center, a spa tub, meeting rooms, and an electric car charging station.

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Free WiFi

Free breakfast

Wheelchair accessible parking

Pets allowed

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Reviews

"Very pleasant room"

Our stay was pleasant and very restful. Within walking distance of downtown Ashland which is great.

Bertie E. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Tue Sep 08 to Fri Sep 11 2026 at a $210.99 average nightly rate.

"Love the Bard’s Inn"

This has become my go to hotel each year that I attend OSF. Rooms are clean and comfortable. There is a nice free breakfast provided and love having a swim in the on/sight pool! Staff is helpful and friendly. Thanks for another good stay.

Jean G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jun 27 to Mon Jun 29 2026 at a $223.99 average nightly rate.

"Stay of four nights in room 232"

Beds were very comfortable and air conditioning was great.

Judith F. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jun 18 to Mon Jun 22 2026 at a $288.98 average nightly rate.

"Comfortable Overnight"

Small and cozy room for a night or two. Well kept and breakfast a little bit better than the usual BW. Very convenient location in town.

Jolyn W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sun Apr 05 to Mon Apr 06 2026 at a $88.92 average nightly rate.

"Perfect Location"

Staff was excellent. Walking to Shakespeare Festival was excellent. Lots of eating and shopping close by. Rooms were clean and comfortable.

Sonya S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Wed Sep 24 to Fri Sep 26 2025 at a $264.00 average nightly rate.

"Excellent choice of hotel."

Great room, perfect location, wonderful staff.

Joan L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Wed Aug 27 to Thu Aug 28 2025 at a $179.00 average nightly rate.

"Easy walk and very restful."

Our room was lovely, quiet, comfortable and just three blocks from excellent restaurants and theaters.

Elizabeth V. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jul 07 to Sat Jul 12 2025 at a $240.79 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western is centrally located in Ashland, a 4-minute walk from Lithia Park and 6 minutes by foot from Oregon Shakespeare Festival. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Oregon Cabaret Theatre and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Southern Oregon University.

A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 90 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Downtown Ashland - 0.0 mi
Historic Ashland Armory - 0.1 mi
Oregon Shakespeare Festival - 0.2 mi
New Theater - 0.2 mi
Elizabethan Stage Allen Pavilion - 0.2 mi
Angus Bowmer Theater - 0.2 mi
Bizarre Bazaar - 0.5 mi
Ashland Community Hospital - 0.7 mi
Schneider Museum of Art - 1.4 mi
American Language Academy - 1.4 mi
Southern Oregon University - 1.5 mi
Mount Ashland Ski Area - 1.9 mi
US Cellular Community Sports Park - 9.4 mi
Rogue Valley Medical Center - 9.9 mi
Roxy Ann Peak and Prescott Park - 11.2 mi
Medford Central Library - 11.7 mi
Medford Visitors and Convention Bureau - 11.8 mi
Medford City Hall - 11.8 mi
Pacific Bible College - 11.8 mi
Vogel Plaza - 11.8 mi
Medford Carnegie Library - 11.8 mi
Alba Park - 11.9 mi
Willows Museum - 11.9 mi
Providence Medford Medical Center - 12.2 mi
Downtown Medford - 12.3 mi
Kids Unlimited - 12.4 mi
Howard Prairie Lake Resort - 13.4 mi
Medford Airport (MFR) - 14.4 mi
Rogue Valley International Medford Airport (MFR) - 14.5 mi
Jacksonville Museum of Southern Oregon History - 15.0 mi
Children's Museum - 15.0 mi
Downtown Central Point - 15.8 mi

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

Enjoy recreation amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.

Nestled in the heart of downtown Ashland, The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection is located just two blocks from the historic plaza. When you stay with us you will be within short walking distance of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Oregon Cabaret Theatre, beautiful Lithia Park, fine dining, art galleries, and boutique shopping.

Local Attractions

The quaint, unique town of Ashland is home to the world-famous Oregon Shakespeare Festival, and is a hub of culture in Southern Oregon. The Oregon Shakespeare Festival runs from March through October (2021 SEASON - September to January TBD), but there's an abundance of options beyond theater. Take a stroll through beautiful Lithia Park. Shop dozens of truly unique stores and dine at the many fine local restaurants. Mt. Ashland is close by, a haven for ski bums. There are great nearby fishing spots and recreation areas, such as Emigrant Lake, Howard Prairie Lake, and Lake of the Woods--all within 30 to 45 minutes from The Bard's Inn Hotel. Historic Jacksonville is just a short drive away, and home to the annual Britt Festival where musicians from around the world perform. Experience the gold rush days in this preserved town, that's been largely unchanged for generations.

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2006

Floors: 3

Rooms: 90

Corridors: Both Interior and Exterior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 90

Handicap Rooms: 3

Suites: 8

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 1

Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi

Total Taxes: 11.50%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: 24 hours prior to scheduled arrival for less than 10 rooms. 14 day cancellation policy for 10 to 20 rooms. 30 day cancellation policy for 20 or more rooms. Cancellation penalty is 1 night's stay for each reserved room.

Check-In Instructions:

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Amenities / Features

24-hour business center
24-hour front desk
Assistive listening devices available
At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
Bicycle rentals nearby
Biodegradable/compostable stirrers
Biodegradable/compostable straws
Business center
Change of bed sheets (on request)
Change of towels (on request)
Check In: 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Cross-country skiing nearby
Daily
Designated smoking areas
Double-glazing on all windows
Downhill skiing nearby
Electric car charging station
Elevator
Free WiFi
Free breakfast
Free breakfast to go
Free self parking
Garden
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Health or beauty spa nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Housekeeping on request
Hunting nearby
Locally-sourced food on site (80% or more)
Luggage storage
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
No accessible shuttle
No cribs (infant beds) available
No single-use plastic soda bottles
No single-use plastic stirrers
No single-use plastic straws
No single-use plastic water bottles
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Organic food
Outdoor seasonal pool
Pets allowed
Pets cannot be left unattended
Pool sun loungers
Professional property host/manager
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Snowboarding nearby
Vegetable garden
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Water-efficient showers only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Airport & Shuttle Info

Rogue Valley-Medford International Airport is approximately 20 minutes from The Bard's Inn Hotel.

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info: We recommend 5 Star Taxi Service or Cascade Shuttle for very reasonable flat fees. Uber and Lyft are also available.

Breakfast Information

Complimentary breakfast. Under current COVID restrictions, we are offering "grab and go" options including: muffins, pastries, hard-boiled eggs, yogurt, oatmeal, cereal, granola bars, fruit, fruit/vegetable juice, and coffee.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Pets accepted 1 pet - $20.00night fee, 2 pets - $25.00night fee, 3 pets - $30.00night fee

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Only dogs and cats are allowed

Service animals are allowed

Pets cannot be left unattended

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets allowed

Parking Info

Parking is free, although spaces may be limited. Available spaces are given on a First Come, First Serve basis. Bus parking is also available on a nearby side street with advance notice.

Internet / WiFi

Free WiFi included in all rooms.

Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day (maximum USD 100 per stay) Service animals are exempt from fees Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September.
Up to 4 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Contactless check-out is available.

For details on Best Western's privacy policy, visit www.bestwestern.com/privacy.

Contactless check-out is available

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Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Morning Glory Restaurant - Start your day with delicious breakfast options. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.

Lunch Standing Stone Brewing Company - Grab a bite and try their craft beers. Located 0.4 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Larks Home Kitchen Cuisine - Enjoy farm-to-table cuisine in a cozy atmosphere. Located 0.2 miles from the hotel.

Activity Oregon Shakespeare Festival - Experience world-class theater performances. Located 0.1 miles from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast Brothers' Restaurant - Enjoy a hearty breakfast with a variety of options. Located 0.2 miles from the hotel.

Lunch Greenleaf Restaurant - Savor healthy and delicious lunch options. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Smithfields Restaurant and Bar - Indulge in a fine dining experience with a focus on local ingredients. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.

Activity Lithia Park - Explore the beautiful park with walking trails and scenic views. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Morning Glory Restaurant - Start your day with delicious breakfast options. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.

Lunch Pie + Vine - Enjoy artisanal pizzas and fresh salads. Located 0.2 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Alchemy Restaurant and Bar - Delight in a fusion of flavors and creative cocktails. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.

Activity Ashland Art Center - Discover local art and participate in workshops. Located 0.4 miles from the hotel.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western have?

There are 90 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western?

What parking is available at The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western?

Parking is free, although spaces may be limited. Available spaces are given on a First Come, First Serve basis. Bus parking is also available on a nearby side street with advance notice.

How much does internet cost?

Free WiFi included in all rooms.

Is there a pool at The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Outdoor pool, heated seasonally May 1 to November 1. Outdoor jacuzzi year-round. Pool and jacuzzi area are open 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM daily.

Is The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Is there shuttle service at The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western?

Rogue Valley-Medford International Airport is approximately 20 minutes from The Bard's Inn Hotel.

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western.

Feel free to use the The Bard's Inn, BW Signature Collection by Best Western meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Ashland event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

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