The Black Dolphin Inn is a hotel located in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. This property features a sun terrace, garden, and an outdoor fireplace. Guests can enjoy a breakfast buffet or opt for in-room breakfast during their stay. The hotel offers rooms with private balconies and river views. Air conditioning is standard in all rooms, which also include private bathrooms. For convenience, free parking is provided, and there is an electric vehicle charging station on site.
Should you book Black Dolphin Inn?
A comfortable stay with river views and convenient amenities.
Best for
- Riverfront views
- Free parking
- Family rooms available
- Outdoor fireplace area
Maybe not ideal for
- No on-site restaurant listed
- Limited specific room price information
River views and balconies
Many rooms at the Black Dolphin Inn offer private balconies with views of the river. Enjoy the fresh air and scenic surroundings from your own private outdoor space.
Outdoor relaxation
The property features a sun deck and terrace, alongside a garden and an outdoor fireplace. It's a pleasant spot to unwind or gather outdoors.
Convenient amenities
Guests benefit from free parking, free Wi-Fi, and daily housekeeping. The hotel also provides express check-in/out for a smoother arrival and departure.
Dining options
Start your day with a breakfast buffet or arrange for breakfast to be served in your room. A bar is also available on the premises.
Rooms & rates
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Garden
- Free Wifi
- Safe
- Express check-in/out
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Location
916 South Riverside Drive, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168, United States, New Smyrna Beach, Florida
Black Dolphin Inn is located in New Smyrna Beach, Florida.
5 sights nearby, 3 of them within 0.5 mi; the closest is Arts on Douglas at 0.5 mi.
Things to do nearby
- Arts on Douglasgallery0.5 mi
- Riverside Parkpark0.5 mi
- Jane's Art Centergallery0.5 mi
- New Smyrna Museum of Historymuseum0.6 mi
- New Smyrna Sugar Mill Ruins State Historic Sitehistoric site1.5 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
9.6 / 10 · Exceptional on Booking.com, from 142 guest reviews
The Black Dolphin Inn earns overwhelmingly enthusiastic reviews, with guests consistently highlighting the warm, attentive staff, cooked-to-order breakfasts, and the charming Old Florida character of the property. Complaints are rare and minor — one guest noted the nightly rate feels steep, and another flagged that the breakfast seating area is a little cramped. Overall sentiment is strongly positive, with multiple reviewers noting they have returned or plan to return.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 30 · average 9.9
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Frequently asked questions
What is the location of Black Dolphin Inn?
Black Dolphin Inn is located in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. Nearby points of interest include Riverside Park, Arts on Douglas, and The Hub On Canal.
Does Black Dolphin Inn offer parking?
Yes, the hotel provides free parking for guests. There is also an electric vehicle charging station available.
What room types are available?
The inn offers various rooms including Superior Queen, Double Room, Deluxe One-Bedroom Suite, Deluxe Double Room, Single Room with Balcony, King Suite, Suite with Balcony, and Single Room with Bath.
Are family rooms available?
Yes, the hotel offers family rooms, providing suitable accommodation for families.
Can I get breakfast at the hotel?
Yes, a breakfast buffet is available, and in-room breakfast can also be arranged. Special diet meals are available on request.
Does the hotel have a bar?
Yes, there is a bar on the property for guests to enjoy.
Are there specific room amenities?
Room amenities include air conditioning, private bathrooms, free toiletries, bathrobes, and hairdryers. Some rooms feature private balconies and river views.
What is the check-in/check-out process?
The hotel offers express check-in and check-out services for guest convenience.
Are there facilities for disabled guests?
Yes, the property has facilities available for guests with disabilities.