Ryan Mansion

Hotels
9.1 (204 reviews)
21 Rennies Mill Road , St. John's , ca

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Business center
Heating
Bar
Fax/photocopying
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Great hospitality
Beautiful surroundings
Delicious breakfasts
Comfortable accommodations
Cons:
Stairs to rooms
Some areas in need of repair
Breakfast flexibility issues

Categories

Cleanliness
9.33
Overall sentiment positive; rooms were noted as beautiful and spotless.
Service
9.8
Mary was consistently praised for her hospitality and accommodating nature.
Location
9.34
Great location close to downtown and charming surroundings.
Room Quality
8.79
Rooms were described as comfortable but some noted a need for freshening up.
Amenities
8.32
Some amenities noted, but aspects like stairs to the room could be improved.
Value for Money
8.48
Slightly pricey for some guests, but quality generally justified the cost.
Food and Beverage
9.33
Breakfasts received high praise; Mary noted as an excellent cook.
Overall Experience
9.4
Guests expressed a desire to return; generally had a lovely time.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-27 08:17

Property Description

Luxurious Heritage Boutique Hotel

Historic Elegance: Step into Ryan Mansion's grand entrance hall with a staircase crafted by Titanic builders. Royalty-approved, this boutique hotel offers a taste of history.

Elegant Accommodations: Indulge in en suite bathrooms with heated marble floors, designer furnishings, and boutique linens. Relax by the fireplace in rooms adorned with original artwork.

Prime Location: Explore St. John's vibrant heritage district with ease. Visit Bannerman Park across the street, the Basilica Cathedral, and The Rooms cultural center nearby.

Experience opulence and history at Ryan Mansion. Book your stay now and immerse yourself in luxury.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 204 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.33
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.34
Room Quality: 8.79
Amenities: 8.32
Value for Money: 8.48
Food and Beverage: 9.33
Overall Experience: 9.4
C
Camilla solo_traveller it
6
Un b&b di lusso
Pros:

La location

Cons:

La mancanza di comodità tipo hotel

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
T
Tatiana Velaskez solo_traveller ca
10
Excellent stay
Pros:

I liked the ambiance of the hotel. Mary was very nice and went beyond to please our needs. Her pie was delicious! Thursday breakfast!

Cons:

Everything was super!

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
V
Vasic family_with_children ky
8
A pleasant stay stepping back in time.
Pros:

The breakfasts were delicious, hot and on time. Mary was awesome and went out of her way to help in any way she could. Great to chat with her. The towels were luxurious and the beds VERY comfortable. The room was quiet. The bathroom was spacious.

Cons:

The house is beautiful and is a heritage property, but it is in need of some serious TLC to keep that status. There is dry rot on the pillars at the front entrance, the front garden is unkempt. First impressions seeing the tired outside had us worried. There is no elevator so be prepared for plenty of stairs, which was not mentioned online. The jets in the jacuzzi tub in our room didn’t work and the shower head was clogged and had poor output despite there being good water pressure. A small elevator would be beneficial for guests who struggle with stairs. No powder room on the main floor.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
M
MIKE solo_traveller ca
10
Pros:

We just finished a 2 night stay at the beautiful Ryan Mansion in St. John's. Our room was fantastic with the most comfortable king size bed and spacious bathroom. We were given plush robes and slippers.

The most enjoyable part of the Inn is the hostess Mary! She is so friendly, accommodating and provides the best recommendations for your stay. She provided the best homemade breakfast we have ever had. Mary goes out of her way to ensure all your needs are met.

We highly recommend you stay at this Mansion with so much history!
Mike and Brenda
Ancaster, ONTARIO

Cons:

Everything was perfect.

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
B
Busch couple us
7
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
R
Robert couple ca
10
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
J
janet solo_traveller ca
9
Beautiful, historic building but it is very pricey.
Pros:

Location was fantastic. Big rooms with lots of history. The lady in charge was friendly.

Cons:

I wish there was more flexibility with breakfast. We had to leave early on our last day and because it was before 8:30 am, we did not get breakfast.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
M
Margaret extended_group gb
10
Really fabulous stay at Ryan Mansion. Mary was a superb hostess and chef, so breakfasts were georgeous, advice was welco
Pros:

Luxurious, quiet, spacious, location, manager

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
J
Joanne solo_traveller ca
8
Great stay
Pros:

Very old world - full of character.

2026-05-02 via Nuitee
K
Kevin couple ca
6
2026-04-06 via Nuitee
K
Kindra extended_group ca
10
It was a beautiful home, with a wonderful host!
2026-04-03 via Nuitee
S
Saunders couple ca
9
Beautiful place with view of the park and historic homes in the area.
Pros:

Big comfortable room, beautiful architecture in the building.

Cons:

Bathroom needed a little repair but nothing significant

2026-02-28 via Nuitee
L
Laura couple br
10
Pros:

Historic building, full of story, amazing and helpful staff

2026-02-27 via Nuitee
S
Samantha couple ca
10
2025-12-28 via Nuitee
Y
Yannick couple pm
8
À refaire
Pros:

Très bien accueilli
Chambre confortable
Petit déjeuner au top

2025-12-13 via Nuitee
C
Caroline couple ca
9
A comfortable getaway in serene surroundings
Pros:

Beautiful surroundings; great breakfasts; lovely hospitality

Cons:

Would have liked a grab bar in the bath area

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
P
Pamela couple ca
9
Pros:

Our room was beautiful, spotless, and very comfortable. The house is a marvelous historic property in central St. John's. We'd be happy to return!

2025-10-04 via Nuitee
J
John
10
Pros:

Great place to stay

2025-09-26 via Nuitee
S
susan
10
Great find. Recommend highly
Pros:

St Johns is a very fun city. So glad we stayed at Ryan Mansion -- good breakfast every morning, charming hotel and great walkable location. BUT, the real treasure is Mary who shares Newfoundland color with a smile.

2025-09-25 via Nuitee
I
Ian couple ca
9
Fabulous stay in a magnificent historical premises.
Pros:

I think Mary was charming and clearly is able to do so much single handedly. She was always available, a great cook, cleaner and general do it all. I hope the owner appreciates what a gem she is.

Cons:

Curb appeal. It sets a poor example to see a store front in need of repair. Particularly the stairs and pillars would benefit from painting. It would help visually challenged persons to have a yellow line on the lip of each step to the front door.

2025-09-20 via Nuitee