St. Francis Inn - Saint Augustine - St. Augustine

3-star historic bed and breakfast with complimentary breakfast, social hour, and bicycles

Amenities

St. Francis Inn offers an outdoor heated swimming pool and a fitness room for guest use. Complimentary bicycles are available for exploring downtown St. Augustine, and an electric vehicle charging station is provided on site. The inn also features an outdoor fireplace and a courtyard garden where evening social events, including S'mores, are hosted.

Dining

A complimentary gourmet buffet breakfast is served each morning, with menu items such as eggs Benedict, French toast, and fresh fruit. A social hour from 5:00 to 6:00 PM offers local wine and beer along with homemade snacks, and a nightly dessert-including hummingbird cake and peanut cookies-is available from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Guests also have 24/7 access to coffee, tea, soft drinks, and bottled water, plus a complimentary decanter of cream sherry in each room.

Rooms

Accommodations include unique two-room suites with romantic amenities like whirlpool tubs, such as the Wilson Suite and Miss Emily's Room. Select rooms feature fully equipped kitchens with ovens, microwaves, and toasters, as in The Cottage and Ambrose Retreat. Each unit includes a flat-screen TV with streaming services, and some rooms offer private balconies or patios overlooking the garden.

Location & Activities

St. Francis Inn is a 10-minute walk from the historic district, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, and St. George Street. The inn provides free passes to the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum and discounts to other attractions like the Oldest House. Guests can join historical tours and ghost tours arranged by the staff, or use the complimentary bicycles to visit Lightner Museum and Flagler College.

Pet-Friendly

Pet-friendly accommodations are available, with rooms on the ground floor and pet bowls provided. Dogs up to 50 pounds are welcome, and the inn's courtyard garden offers a safe space for pets to relax. The staff can recommend nearby pet-friendly restaurants and parks, ensuring a comfortable stay for four-legged guests.

• History: Operating since 1791, one of the oldest B&Bs in St. Augustine
• Location: 10-minute walk to Castillo de San Marcos and historic district
• Rooms: Two-room suites with whirlpool tubs and kitchens
• Dining: Complimentary gourmet breakfast, social hour, and nightly dessert
• Activities: Free bicycles, ghost tours, and discounted attraction passes
• Pet-Friendly: Dedicated pet rooms, bowls, and courtyard access