Old Rittenhouse Inn

Wonderful stay at the Old Rittenhouse Inn. We had a great room on the second floor with views of the Bayfield harbor. We could see the Madeleine Island ferry make trips back and forth. The rooms, the main area and the various sitting areas were nicely decorated to fit in with the style of the inn. Various games and other activities were provided for guests to enjoy. Breakfast was included and was delicious. Unfortunately, we were there on days that the inn’s restaurant was not open for dinner. We would have liked to eat there. We were allowed to leave our car parked in the hotel lot while we went on an Apostle Island Boat Tour even though we had already checked out. We will stay here again the next time we are in the area.

The entire experience was wonderful. We were in the Tower Room at the Chateau. Comfortable, very good bathroom and the best view in town. Loved watching the ferries and comings and goings from the port while having some wine on the porch. Breakfast each morning was very good and the waitstaff was very professional and engaging. The entire staff was helpful and friendly. We will definitely be back.

I was in Bayfield for one evening on a work-related trip, staying as a solo guest. I found the staff, hospitality, breakfast, ambience, and overall experience to be excellent. This is the first time I've been back after staying there with my wife many years ago. It brought back great memories. My wife and I will return!

We love this place, and have been there about 8 times. It is beautiful, comfortable, and romantic. The food and service is excellent. The staff are always friendly, and some have been there since long before we start coming. This time we stayed in the huge and luxurious room 10, with three window views of the lake. We will be back again.

We have stayed here multiple times and love it. Will definitely keep coming back. Staff is friendly and accommodating. Views are spectacular and all kinds of fun things to do in Bayfield.

Wanted to get away before the busy summer tourist season, and chose to stay at the Rittenhouse's LeChateau in Bayfield. The whole weekend was magical! Gorgeous room, with views of the bay. Exquisitely clean old-world lobby, with a sunny window seat, piano, and cushioned carpeting on the stairs so one doesn't hear other guests coming & going. The ice had just broken, so we could watch the ferry traverse to Madeline Island. Breakfasts were included with the room, and oh my! They were a gourmet treat, with excellent, attentive service. Despite it still being winter, daily temperatures were warm enough for us to explore town (lots of cute shops, eateries, and interesting architecture) and nearby hiking trails. Best of all, our room had a working fireplace, and we cozied up to soothing flames in the evening. Perennial plants were just starting to peek out of the ground -- can only imagine how beautiful this place would be in spring and summer! Even in winter, it was just what we needed.