Photo Credit: Innsbrucker Inn Web site

Inns are lovely, especially the Bed and Breakfast kind. As a hopeless romantic, I can’t get enough of the Victorian décor, floral arrangements and homey atmosphere. Each inn seems to have its own character and charm, which makes each visit a unique experience. However, with so many inns customers can choose from, how does an inn entice potential guests?

One of my favorite inns is the Innsbrucker Inn in Leavenworth, Wash. I have stayed there several times with my parents and friends to enjoy the winter wonderland atmosphere of Leavenworth. The Innsbrucker is charming and interesting, with most of its rooms based on literary works and a couple of rooms dedicated to the culinary treats, one wine and the other chocolate. The literary rooms include books by the featured author and themed décor. Each room has its own descriptive page that features pricing, descriptions and a YouTube video tour of the room.

Another inn that I have enjoyed is the Gilbert Inn Bed & Breakfast in Seaside, Ore. The Gilbert is a very romantic place with an excellent view of the beach and reasonably priced Victorian themed rooms. Besides featuring pictures and pricing for each room, the Web site offers online customer reviews and a vivid history of the Gilbert family.

For any business in the hospitality industry, it’s important to have a comprehensive Web site with basic information such as clearly displayed rates, contact information and pictures. These two inns surpass those necessities and paint an enchanting picture through stories, descriptions and reviews of their unique attributes and welcoming atmospheres.