Just a 7-minute walk from Studebaker National Museum and 0.6 miles from Century Center Convention Center, The Oliver Inn features accommodations in South Bend, with a garden. Housed in a building dating back to 19th century, this bed and breakfast is 2.6 miles from Notre Dame Stadium and 3.4 miles from University of Notre Dame. The bed and breakfast provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking, and free Wifi. At the bed and breakfast, all units come with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. Some units also have a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a stovetop. At the bed and breakfast, all units are allergy-free and soundproof. There is an on-site snack bar. Bethel College is 3.6 miles from the bed and breakfast, while Midwest Museum of American Art is 16 miles away. The nearest airport is South Bend Regional Airport, 3.1 miles from The Oliver Inn.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.6
High score for South Bend
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Anna
    Germany Germany
    Friendliest staff. Cozy and quaint. Absolutely comfortable to walk in and out of the property, feeling very safe. Great and specious room.
  • M
    Molly
    United States of America United States of America
    Loved everything! Owners, comfort, especially the breakfast!
  • Dana
    United States of America United States of America
    This is a top-notch B&B. The house is beautiful inside and out. So many nice touches - cookies and drinks, very comfy towels, and even a white noise machine at the bedside. Breakfast was delicious, as well. And we got time to speak with the...

Host Info

Company review score: 9.8Based on 32 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Whether you are visiting South Bend for business or pleasure, The Oliver Inn Bed & Breakfast in South Bend is the perfect choice for comfort, relaxation, and modern amenities. From the moment you pull into its stately circular drive and up to the grand porte cochere, the Oliver Inn will gently nudge you back into the grandeur of another time. Shaded by more than twenty tall maple trees, this twenty-five room estate is a local historical landmark and was home to the Oliver family for over 100 years. The Victorian romance of the Oliver Inn Bed and Breakfast reflects the lives and times of South Bend’s most famous families, The Olivers (the world famous Oliver Chilled Plow) and the Studebakers (automobiles). For an enriching glimpse of Indiana life at the turn of the century, coupled with one of the areas finest lodging properties, The Oliver Inn is the perfect choice. Plan your visit today.

Neighborhood info

The Oliver Inn is located in a Nationally Registered Historic District. The Inn is walking distance to museums, restaurants and night life, and just 2.5 miles from the University of Notre Dame.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of The Oliver Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Wake-up service
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    Safety & security
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Soundproof
    • Fan
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    The Oliver Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    From 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 1 years
    Extra bed upon request
    Free
    Crib upon request
    Free
    2 - 11 years
    Extra bed upon request
    Free
    12+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    $20 per person, per night

    Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 21

    Mastercard Visa Discover American Express The Oliver Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    FAQs about The Oliver Inn

    • Check-in at The Oliver Inn is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • The Oliver Inn is 0.7 miles from the center of South Bend. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at The Oliver Inn include:

      • Suite

    • The prices at The Oliver Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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