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Bed and breakfasts · Charlottetown · ★★★★★

Shipwright Inn

📍 51 Fitzroy Street, C1A 1R4 Charlottetown, Canada · Show on map

Exceptional771 reviews9.0

Photos: Booking.com

  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking

About the property

Built in 1865, this historic property in Olde Charlottetown is a 5-minute walk from the Confederation Centre of the Arts. In-room massages and landscaped gardens are on site.

Offering Victorian-style rooms, each accommodation includes antique furnishings and private bathrooms at the Shipwright Inn. A cable TV with DVD player or VCR is also included.

Free Wi-Fi is offered at the Charlottetown Shipwright Inn. Common living areas, off-street parking and laundry services are available. The bed and breakfast has bicycle and luggage storage.

A daily breakfast is provided along with late afternoon beverages and cakes. Breakfast dishes are cooked with local ingredients.

This property is a 3-minute walk from the waterfront, live theatre and specialty shops. Victoria Park is an 11-minute walk away.

Type
Bed and breakfasts ★★★★★5-star rating
Location
CharlottetownPrince Edward Island
Guest rating
9.0 / 10Exceptional · 771 reviews
Check-in
from 14:00until 18:00
Check-out
by 11:00
Pets
Not allowed
Languages spoken
Cm, English

Breakfast

Style Buffet, À la carte, Breakfast to go

Cuisine Continental, American

Dietary options Vegetarian, Gluten-free

  • Bread
  • Pancakes
  • Butter
  • Cheese
  • Cold meat
  • Eggs
  • Yogurt
  • Fruit
  • Cooked/warm meals
  • Jam
  • Cereal

Accepted payment methods

  • American Express
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Cash only

Good to know

  • Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
  • Children aged 8 and under can stay for free. Children aged 9 and older are subject to an additional fee.
  • Please inform Shipwright Inn in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Prices and availability

Pick your check-in then check-out date and we work out the price of your stay. Price per night for 2 adults, from Booking.com.

Prices are checked in euros and converted at the 11 Nov 2026 exchange rate, as a guide only: Booking.com shows the exact amount. Exchange rates: European Central Bank, Rates By Exchange Rate API

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Rooms and units

Rooms and photos from the property’s Booking.com page.

Facilities and services

  • Internetfree
  • Parkingfree
  • Air conditioningfree
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking

Kitchen

  • Coffee machine

Room amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom

  • Bath
  • Bath or shower
  • Bathrobe
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Living Area

  • Seating area

Media & Technology

  • Cable channels
  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Telephone

Internet

  • Internet services free

Parking

  • Parking free

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

General

  • Air conditioning free
  • Family rooms
  • Fan
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Iron
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Services

  • Daily housekeeping free
  • Luggage storage free
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Safety & security

  • 24-hour security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • Smoke alarms

From the property’s Booking.com page. “Extra charge”: a fee may be payable on site.

Guest ratings

9.0 Exceptional771 reviews

Rated higher than 52% of rated properties in Charlottetown

Highlights

  • Staff
  • Location
  • Value for money
  • Staff 9.7+0.4
  • Facilities 9.1+0.3
  • Cleanliness 9.3+0.2
  • Comfort 9.4+0.3
  • Value for money 8.9+0.3
  • Location 9.7+0.4
  • Wi-Fi 9.2+0.3

Average in Charlottetown · 51 rated properties

Ratings from Booking.com guests who stayed at the property.

Guest reviews

9.7 ExceptionalAverage of these 10 reviews

  • AmyCanada · 16 Nov 2025 10Exceptional

    Liked : Fantastic spot, beautiful room, comfortable beds, amazing breakfast. Lovely rooms downstairs to sit and have a cup of coffee/tea. Perfect location. And the sweetest, most thoughtful host! Highly recommend!

    • Family with young children
    • Family Room (2 Adults) - Second Floor
  • PeggyCanada · 20 Oct 2025 10Exceptional

    Liked : Beautiful, well maintained Heritage home.
    The included breakfast was very good with lots of food choices..hot and cold!
    Location was great to park and walk to nearby restaurants, pubs etc!
    Jason and Trista were very accommodating!
    Our first stay here, but definitely not our last!
    Would highly reccomend!

    • Double Room - Ground Floor
  • IsabellaAustria · 6 Oct 2025 10Exceptional

    Amazing stay in Charlottetown

    Liked : Its a very charming historical house and the owner is very welcoming - everything you could need is there and the location is perfect for strolls through charlottetown

    Disliked : -

    • Family Room - Second Floor
  • AnhAustralia · 30 Sept 2025 10Exceptional

    Strongly recommended as it is simply perfect in every way!

    Liked : Everything. Super nice and friendly owner/host. Very good location, free parking, free breakfast. Clean and nicely decorated with unique nostalgia. Just perfect for a holiday in Charlottetown.

    Disliked : Nothing.

    • Family Room (2 Adults) - Second Floor
  • RheaCanada · 21 Sept 2025 10Exceptional

    Amazing find!

    Liked : Excellent Inn, excellent location. Such a cute place with amazing breakfast. Small town hallmark feel good place!

    • Group of friends
    • Queen Room - Second Floor
  • JamesCanada · 17 Sept 2025 9Exceptional

    Looked forward to returning at the end of the day.

    Liked : The staff were wonderful. The surroundings were wonderfully unique. The history of the house is fascinating.

    Disliked : There really isn't anything major. We would have liked to have some diversity in the hot breakfast.

    • Family Room (2 Adults) - Second Floor
  • JacquelineCanada · 16 Sept 2025 8Very good

    Liked : everything was just fine. I prefer to stay here when in Charlottetown for dinner and theatre so always check and book here first.

    • Group
    • Family Room (2 Adults) - Second Floor
  • WilliamCanada · 13 Sept 2025 10Exceptional

    I wish we would have planned to stay longer.

    Liked : The furniture and decor was lovely. The breakfast was first rate. The ease of getting there and leaving for the airport. It was quiet and very comfortable.

    Disliked : I can't think of anything. It was all good or great.

    • Queen and Twin Room - Ground Floor
  • MurchisonCanada · 12 Sept 2025 10Exceptional

    Perfect little hidden gem of Charlottetown

    Liked : This was the sweetest little property. My 14 year old twins and I had a night to explore Charlottetown. Is was perfectly located. Everything in walking distance. The property was so clean and quiet.

    Disliked : I have no comment

    • Family with young children
    • King Suite with Sofa Bed - Second Floor
  • MichaelIreland · 2 Sept 2025 10Exceptional

    Very comfortable and great stay

    Liked : Great location. Off street parking. Super welcome at check in.

    Disliked : Nothing

    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment - Basement

Reviews published on Booking.com by guests who stayed at the property.

Location

51 Fitzroy Street, C1A 1R4 Charlottetown, Canada

Directions

Things to see nearby

  • Beaconsfield Historic House 400 m7 min walk
  • Province House National Historic Site 450 m7 min walk
  • Victoria Park 900 m13 min walk
  • Charlottetown Event Grounds 1.2 km18 min walk
  • Andrews Pond 4.6 km7 min drive
  • Parkman Soccer Complex 5.0 km8 min drive

Restaurants and cafés

  • Chambers Restaurant 100 m2 min walk
  • Slaymaker & Nichols 130 m1 min walk
  • Cafe Thomas-Martin 180 m2 min walk
  • Tim Hortons 210 m3 min walk
  • Sportsman's Club 250 m3 min walk
  • Sport Page Club 620 m8 min walk

Getting around

  • Charlottetown Airport 4.3 km6 min drive

Places and distances from Booking.com (straight-line distances, times are approximate). Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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