Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Car hire
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Cozy atmosphere
Convenient location
Cons:
Noise from upstairs guests
Breakfast quality issues
Cleanliness concerns in some rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
9.04
Some guests mentioned issues with room cleanliness and odor.
Service
10
Guests praised the friendly and helpful staff throughout their stay.
Location
10
Conveniently located near shops, restaurants, and train station.
Room Quality
9.04
Rooms were described as cozy but could use some updating.
Amenities
9.04
Amenities were satisfactory; however, some guests noted a lack of personnel.
Value for Money
9.54
Good value for a cozy stay, though some felt breakfast did not match price.
Food and Beverage
8.54
Breakfast received mixed reviews, with some dissatisfaction noted.
Overall Experience
10
Overall a positive experience, with some ideas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 21:14

Property Description

Charming Boutique Hotel in Summit

Convenient Amenities
Featuring free bike hire and WiFi, and just minutes from The Mall at Short Hills.

Elegant Rooms
Uniquely furnished rooms with air conditioning, work desk, and flat-screen TV. Some rooms include a cozy fireplace.

Lovely Property
Gardens, meeting facilities, and free parking available. Tesla EV charging on-site.

Book your stay at DeBary Inn today for a delightful experience in Summit!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: EWR

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 321 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.04
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.04
Amenities: 9.04
Value for Money: 9.54
Food and Beverage: 8.54
Overall Experience: 10
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Yongshun family_with_children us
10
fantastic stay!
Pros:

I stayed three nights here. The inn is located in a very quiet and neat community, the building provides a warm, family-like environment. The staff were very friendly and helpful. enjoyed chatting with the owner. the free breakfast and parking are convenient, and the location is fantastic with 5 mins walk to Summit downtown with numerous restaurants. Definitely will come back when I revisit Summit.

Cons:

none

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
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jill couple us
9
2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller de
10
2026-03-21 via Nuitee
J
Jennifer couple us
7
2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Yasir couple sa
8
Generally, it was good.
Pros:

The home like style and it’s location

Cons:

The old pipe heating systems in the rooms keeps knocking all night long and it sounds like someone is playing a basketball in the middle of the night.

2026-03-14 via Nuitee
4
498michelleu Family
10
So much nicer than a hotel!
Pros:

We had a lovely stay in this beautiful, historic home. The staff went out of their way to accommodate our needs and make us feel welcome and cared for. The location was very convenient and walkable. Our room was comfortable and accessible from the first floor, which we needed. And breakfast was lovely. The staff even bagged up breakfast for us to take to the airport on our last day. So much more pleasant than staying in a hotel. I highly recommend.

2026-03-09 via Tripadvisor
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Eric solo_traveller us
5
Pros:

The breakfast was ok

Cons:

The place is heated by an old radiator and the pipes make loud noises. I had to move rooms because of thr pipes. The next room the pipes still made a few dripping sounds. Im sure this place is good in the summer, but the winter its hell with all the weird noises from the radiator. If your a light sleeper, stay away.

2026-03-05 via Nuitee
V
Victoria couple us
7
Pros:

Property was so pretty. Our room was very nice. Staff was very helpful and courteous.

Cons:

Breakfast was unimpressive. The location was close to the Prudential Center which we liked because we had tix there. Parking was very challenging.

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
M
Mark solo_traveller gb
8
Old world charm and value for money in a great location.
Pros:

I have stayed here several times. Its good value for money and has a fantastic location in the middle of Summit. You can walk to bars and restaurants, and to the train station.
Breakfast is good and the rooms a comfortable and clean. They could do with a refresh, but its all part of its vintage charm.
I would definitely recommend for value and charm.

Cons:

Whilst the rooms were clean, they were not always cleaned every day, and sound proofing wasn't great with other guests were noisy - not that it was really an issue.

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Geoff solo_traveller us
10
2026-02-10 via Nuitee
O
odetteb268 Couples
10
Excellent three-night stay
Pros:

Debary is a beautiful place to stay. We truly enjoyed our stay although it was during the snow/ice storm. The staff fantastic! great service! They were very friendly and helpful.

2026-02-09 via Tripadvisor
J
Jonathan couple us
10
Pros:

My room had a very deep bathtub that I was able to fill to the brim with hot water.

Big old warm house. The room was very comfortable, everyone was welcoming and kind. It felt like being home.

Walking distance from downtown Summit, and convenient to Sunrise Senior Living where my parents are living.

Cons:

Continental breakfast was sufficient but no big deal.

2026-01-31 via Nuitee
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Harding solo_traveller us
8
A pleasant place to stay at a reasonable price.
Pros:

Comfortable, quiet and clean accommodation with easy access by foot to downtown Summit and train to NYC. Warmer, more friendly environment than most hotels.

Cons:

When I reserved my room, I was given the option of reserving a seat on a shuttle bus to Newark airport for well over $100. I chose to go by Uber, which cost me $27, plus a tip. You are not doing your guests a favor by allowing them to be steered to such an overpriced service.

2026-01-31 via Nuitee
A
Alicja solo_traveller pl
9
Pros:

I like the common areas and the breakfast. Everybody was very friendly and helpful.

2026-01-28 via Nuitee
A
Acosta solo_traveller us
10
Very comfortable
Pros:

Well kept , very nice

Cons:

Could use a more upgraded tv

2026-01-26 via Nuitee
G
gary couple us
8
The overall stay was good . rooms clean and quiet .
Pros:

Close to restaurants and stores. Easy access into the building .

Cons:

I didn`t like the 3 story climb to my room . The ceiling fan not working and a/c went off in the middle of the night . They should have cold bottle water in the room and breakfast could have been fresher .

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Izabela solo_traveller us
10
2026-01-12 via Nuitee
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David couple us
10
Relaxing stay with peaceful sleep
Pros:

We loved our stay of one night in the DeBarry Inn. The bed was comfy, so were the pillows. The room was smallish but felt sufficient for the two of us. The staff member at the desk was friendly and knowledgeable. The check-in and check out went off smoothly. We particularly loved the location- which is in a peaceful residential neighborhood, not in a commercial area. The breakfast buffet was very good with a good mix of eggs, yogurt, juices, fresh berries, bread & bagels, cereals, pastries etc. Overall, we really felt totally relaxed during our stay at the Inn.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-01-09 via Nuitee
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U4178IYlindaw Solo travel
10
Worth the Stay
Pros:

The stay was fabulous. Generous room and bathroom. Good continental breakfast each morning. And great information from Emily when I checked in, and great information in the room as well. Would definitely stay there again. The funny thing is I lived in Summit for 13+ years (starting in 1999); I'm sure I went by this Inn a million times--never knew it existed!! I chose it because of the address--EASY walking to everything in town, which meant I did not need to rent a car.

2026-01-07 via Tripadvisor
R
R0manna Family
10
The Christmas Inn!
Pros:

We called at the Christmas Inn. This was a lovely place for us to stay over the holidays. It was decorated for Christmas and Hanukkah. They even played old black and white Christmas movies in the living room.Everyone was friendly and helpful. We couldn’t believe how easy it was to walk to the train station to get into the city and the shops and restaurants in Summit are wonderful. The snow just made it all more beautiful. It was like being home for the holidays only better.

2025-12-29 via Tripadvisor