Temperance House

3.0 star property
Colonial inn with a restaurant and a bar

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Bar (on property)
Exterior
Chloe's Loft | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Reception
Joseph Richard Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
5 South State Street, Newtown, PA, 18940
  • Newtown Theater
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Rose Bank Winery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sesame Place
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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Room options

Opal Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Chloe's Loft

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Joseph Richard Suite

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

The Artists Loft

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Sapphire Suite

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Edward Hicks Suite

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

The State Room

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Topaz Room

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Fredericks Room

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Bouvier

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Commissioners Retreat

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Haunted Porter

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Michael David Room

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Newtown

Located within a 5-minute walk of Newtown Theater, Temperance House is within a mile (2 km) of Tyler State Park. This 13-room, 3-star inn has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Newtown Theater - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Langhorne Players - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Rose Bank Winery - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Sesame Place - 11 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Parx Casino and Racetrack - 17 min drive - 10.8 miles

Getting around

  • Langhorne Woodbourne Station - 8 min drive
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪La Stalla - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Green Parrot - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Isaac Newton Food & Drink - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Temperance House

Colonial inn with a restaurant and a bar
Temperance House features free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a terrace. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry and concierge services.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Coffee makers, free local calls, and ironing boards are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Temperance House

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1772
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 2:30 AM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-2:30 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Temperance House Inn Newtown
Temperance House Inn
Temperance House Newtown
Temperance House
Temperance House Hotel Newtown
Temperance House Inn
Temperance House Newtown
Temperance House Inn Newtown

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Temperance House?

Temperance House provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near Temperance House?

This inn is located in Newtown, just steps from Newtown Theater. You'll also find Tyler State Park and Langhorne Players within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Temperance House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does Temperance House include a casino on the premises?

No, Temperance House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Temperance House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What do couples enjoy most about Temperance House?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and a turndown service as well as a bar.

Does Temperance House have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does Temperance House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Temperance House serves breakfast for a surcharge at Temperance House.

Does Temperance House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Temperance House though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Temperance House?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Temperance House?

The closest major airport to Temperance House is Trenton–Mercer Airport (TTN), which is 9.1 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia), which is located 14.5 mi away (26-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Temperance House?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Temperance House.

Temperance House Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 353 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 93 out of 353 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 353 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 353 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 353 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location. Old school hotel.

The location was great but unfortunately the parking is inconvenient. There is a 2 hour time limit so I kept having to move my car. The room was very nice but no real amenities. Also I didn’t expect a 3 story walk up and no elevator. All in all the rooms are clean and right in the center of town making shopping and walking easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kyle

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alysha

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very charming historic inn. Staff was nice and helpful upon check-in, and when i accidentally locked my key in the room. I booked the Bouvier room on the 3rd floor which was quiet and comfortable. Being a historic inn, I went in with the expectation that it would be low frills, which is was. But for the price, I think it's a great option for anyone staying in the Newtown area who wants historic charm and to be in the walkable State Street area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Marguerite

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The area is perfect and the staff very nice. The room was cute but small. The bed sat very high so you have to climb up into it and I'm a tall person. The toilet ran all night along and the handle was broke. The walls are very thin and we could hear the people in the rooms above and at the bar below very loudly through at least 3 am. So, was not able to sleep. I could see the benefits of cute historical building and nice area but I would not stay here again due to the noise, small/high bed, and desk in room was sticky.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Super nice staff. Bar and restaurant downstairs were perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Bridget

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This hotel is mediocre at best. The worst part were all the stairs that were spiral and steep. If you have trouble with stairs or bad knees or balance issues this place is not for you. The guy at the desk was nice and helpful but at check out there was no one to help with my luggage and I literally had to kick them down the stairs hoping I don’t break my neck. Also don’t expect anything to drink or eat. There wasn’t even any coffee or tea available. Usually places like this have coffee and some snacks. There was nothing. No view either, just the top of a roof. The parking is terrible. The man at the front desk told us to park around the back and that the door is always open but guess what. It was locked the day of check out and we had to go around the front then the back to get the car. We won’t be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Could not get the tv to work. But it was a fun place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Halbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It’s fun staying in a b&b that is hundreds of years old. It’s beautiful. Just remember it is very old with floors that are uneven and steep winding stairs to get around. The staff is very friendly with a great bar and restaurant. If you have mobility issues with stairs or need large restrooms that are easily accessible, this is not the place for you. Had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not crazy about parking a new car on the street. Restaurant dining was incredible at Temperance House. Really nice room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kim

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved the Historic Charm!

My husband and I frequented The Temperance House restaurant and tavern and always wanted to know what the rooms were like. We were moving out of the area and had sold our house and needed housing for one night so I decided to surprise him. We stayed in one of the suites and the historic charm was incredible, but you have to value that charm. We had all the amenities we needed but it isn’t a modern hotel. Glad we went and would recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice cozy room good service. Super close to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Our stay was nice in this small town. We were here for a wedding
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice overnight stay at the Temperance House. Susan and Mike made check in very easy and Maria and Nick were wonderful hosts in the bar/lounge area. The rooms were modern and very clean. I would definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient! Right in the heart of Newtown.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendon

close to places in newtown
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Collin

Great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024