Showers Inn Bed & Breakfast

This place is honestly amazing. Clean quiet and within walking distance of many restaurants and pubs. A beautiful property with Victorian features. The owner was very kind and allowed a slightly early check-in since the room was empty, and was happy to talk about the property. This inn is near the heart of the IU area, and would be great for visiting parents of students.

It was a late Tuesday evening when I realized that Valentine's Day was quickly approaching. I thought it would be a wonderful time to take my Girl on a weekend excursion to the famed Bloomington, Indiana, so I began scouring the Dark Web for the best accommodations in town. I realized shortly thereafter that the Dark Web was no place to search for lodging. So, I went to the Light Web and, after considering the Best Value Motel by the McDonalds, discovered what I can only refer to as "Showers Inn Bed & Breakfast". I was intrigued by the fact that this establishment had not only a shower and a bed, but also a breakfast. As a man of taste and wealth, I knew that the breakfast would have to be spectacular, or my experience would be distasteful and I may think negatively about it as I fall asleep for some time. I read everything on the website, and used the "inspect element" feature of my web browser in an attempt to detect malicious code or malware that could be used against me or a loved one. I am happy to report that their website appears to be completely safe, although I have no training or knowledge in computers. The one sentence that sold me on Showers Inn Bed & Breakfast was their promise that the breakfast would be from stove to table. You could say I was hooked. They got me. They knew my kind of language. We were meant to be. I found a room that seemed large enough for two but small enough to still feel like you are in a single room with an attached bathroom. I booked the room, didn't pay for it, and waited patiently for an email confirming what I already knew to be true -- that I booked a room. While I was waiting, I packed nearly every article of clothing I own, brushed my mustache and drank warm milk on my front stoop. The day arrived when our Bloomington Excursion would commence. I was already in the car, since I slept in it the night prior due to sheer excitement. I turned the key and drove straight to my Girl's house. Upon arrival, I realized I had not brushed my teeth or gone to the bathroom since waking up in my car, so immediately demanded I use my Girl's bathroom to "take care of some things". When I finished, I felt fresh and confident. Ready to take on a small part of the world - Bloomington, Indiana and the Showers Inn Bed & Breakfast. She kissed her roommate goodbye and we climbed in my very tasteful vehicle. I drove at half the speed limit to ensure my Girl would feel safe on the interstate. It took us several hours to get there, but once we did, we immediately went to Showers Inn & Breakfast. We found it easily but had to circle the block over a dozen times before we realized the parking was down an alley. I think it would be helpful for future guests to know that they are not allowed to drive through the neighboring yards to access the parking receptacle. We attempted to drive through four and were chased off by angry, frothing college drunkards who have terrible locution. Once we accessed the parking receptacle, we unloaded my closet packed in suitcases and carried everything to the check-in desk. We entered a golden lit, wood filled lobby. A soothing, almost dreamlike music provided a perfect soundscape to get my Girl in the mood. A nice lady gave us the key and all the instructions needed for a trouble-free weekend at Showers Breakfast. I had my Girl carry my bags back through the parking lot, to another building where our room was. She then carried them up the winding stairs, so I had my hands free to fiddle with the key the nice lady at the desk just gave me.We opened the door and it was glorious, from the bed to the shower everything was just perfect. There was a small gas fireplace that truly made it feel like someone else's home, since I do not have a gas fireplace. After searching for the knob for just under two hours, I turned on the fireplace to provide the ambiance of romance. I told my Girl that I would go get some adult beverages from the Store before we went out, walked down the stairs and purchased a large bottle of peppermint schnapps from the liquor store. I was excited to see my Girl had put on a very enticing dress for our big romantic evening. I poured myself a pint of peppermint and my Girl a lightly iced shot. I quickly downed my pint and tested out the most comfortable bed I have ever experienced one more time. When I woke up the next day, my Girl had left and I am wondering if she sees this could she call me. Thanks.

This is a beautiful place to stay. The rooms are comfy and inviting. It's within walking distance of most of the sites in Bloomington. The breakfasts are delicious! This is by far my favorite place to stay in Bloomington! The staff, managers, and owners are some of the nicest people I've ever met! I can not recommend it more emphatically!

In terms of charm and a peaceful, safe setting, this place definitely fits the bill. The staff communicates very well and are very hospitable. I booked the Showers Inn because the Hilton was already booked during the days I planned my visit to Bloomington. Being a fan of the Great American Songbook, the Composer House piqued my curiosity and I booked the Stardust room. (Every room in the separate Composer House is named after a Songbook tune, with Hoagy Carmichael being aptly represented.)I found the Showers Inn parking after seeing a sign that said parking was in the back. I was happy not to have to deal with street parking. The parking lot was in between the Composer House and the Main House, so it was a happy medium between the two Inn homes. The locations for Guest Registration were clearly labeled and easy to navigate.The hotel receptionist welcomed me and walked me to my room, which was so nice of her. I also got some homemade cookies upon my arrival.Room Pros: I loved how spacious my room was and that I had a fireplace. The bathroom was also incredible and had some cute toiletries. Room Cons: Slight draft coming in from the door next to the bed. Cleanliness of the fridge was an issue, too...I opened the fridge to find a rotten banana in there. Yuck. Also, the towels were pretty stinky. They need to up their laundry game.Breakfast is served from 7-9 a.m. and it is a very nice spread of delicious homemade items. The people are very friendly and explain what everything is. Moreover, the other guests are kind. I made a friend who was also traveling solo and we had a nice breakfast together. Despite some minor hiccups in terms of the room's cleanliness, I really enjoyed what Bloomington had to offer and that I got to experience a welcoming stay at the Showers Inn. It offers a wonderful sense of warmth and solace. I am happy I was able to relax there and enjoy this location that had far more character than any nearby chain hotel would.

OMG! I am seriously blown away. This place is absolutely incredible. Let's start with the comfort. It is a beautiful room. The shower is great. The food was wonderful. For breakfast we had a spinach & egg strata and blueberry amaretto pancakes - so good! The location is very convenient. It is tucked away but in close walking distance to most everything. But the most wonderful part of our stay was the bed. It truly was the most comfortable bed we have ever slept in away from home. If you visit Bloomington in the near future, look for a room here first. You truly will NOT be disappointed.

This was our second stay at the Showers Inn and I love it even more than the first. Charming, quaint, and clean with warm hospitality. The owners/staff went out of their way to make sure we had everything we need for a pleasant stay. Chef Brad makes amazing breakfasts with a beautiful presentation. The website descriptions and photos are perfectly accurate. We will stay here each time our travels bring us to Bloomington.

I would give this B&B 10 stars if I could!!!I needed a place to stay so booked about an hour before I arrived. The internet said "closed" but staff were in the parking lot when I came (just working) and were super friendly. The room is AMAZING. Couldn't be cleaner. Large. Bed is phenomenal (slept like a baby until the people above me awoke and started walking around - old houses are just creaky that way!). My room had a fireplace, with two stuffed chairs which were maybe the softest chairs ever made. Also had a table with straight backed chairs, which was great since I came here to do some work on the computer. Room also included mini fridge, sink, and microwave - with coffee pot, bottled water, and a bag of cookies!! (Also included, TV, which I did not sample). Free WiFi worked great. Bathroom is phenomenal. Super clean, all tile, with wall in shower AND a tub. I just wish I could stay here longer!! Will definitely be back anytime I need a retreat!!!

What a beautiful and historic place to stay! We booked a room for our first anniversary and were in awe of the grounds and house. Each room seems to have well-preserved history and charm while having the necessary modern amenities. The price is comparable to a hotel, but we felt the proximity to downtown, character, friendly staff, and outstanding breakfast made it a steal! Breakfast was hot and fresh and had a wide variety of options to choose from. And I'm not talking waffle batter in a dixie cup continental breakfast, pour milk in prepackaged cereal bowl breakfast, this was homemade! We are already planning our next stay!

Loved my stay here! Staff was so kind and accommodating to our late arrival. Cohen room was clean and had a great little balcony with a private entrance! Breakfast was perfect, fromthe scones to the main dish. Loved having options to choose from for breakfast. No complaints!

The room was not at the main inn but rather in a separate building down the block near college rentals. This meant walking in the cold to get to breakfast each day. With steps and winter weather, this could be challenging for some.On our first night there, the rental next door (a few feet from our window) had a loud party with yelling/screaming and drinking games and did not let up until 1 AM when the police came. Even then, someone occasionally opened a door or window and screamed, seemingly for good measure. (In fact, that property remained littered with beer cans the entire weekend...)Our bed sloped so that the head was lower than the foot, even though the overly soft mattress sagged in the middle. The pillows did not help, as they went flat when you used them.The light from the inn's porch was right outside our windows and easily lit up the room via an old glass-panel door at the head of the bed. So that added to our discomfort and inability to properly rest. Though the cleaning staff dumped trash in the bathroom, no liner was placed back in the can. The trash in the kitchette was overlooked and stayed there all weekend. Toilet paper was also not replenished.The coffee for the coffee maker was not replenished--neither were the sweeteners nor stirrers. Breakfast was not served until 8, so we had to spend extra cash to eat at a local restaurant at 7:30 in order to be able to travel when we needed to for reaching our next destination. We did manage to eat breakfast one morning at the inn. It was good, and the cook was polite. The hallways were noisy, as people talked outside doors at all hours. Even though the staircase was not right beside our room, it was noisy when people jogged up and down them. We could hear constant creaking and thumping from movement in the room above us.There was no one to check us out at the main desk at 9 AM--just a sign to drop our key in a box. So there was no opportunity to discuss our experience. Overall, it was an impersonal stay that felt like an uncaring, noisy hotel. The room was pretty and reasonably clean (though the bedside table was dusty). Breakfast (if you can get it) was a plus. We couldn't wait to get home so we could actually sleep.