inns

plural of inn

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of inns Many of the town’s historic Victorian homes have also been converted into elegant inns and bed-and-breakfasts, like The Winchester. — Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 1 Nov. 2026 From the Renaissance palaces of Italy to the ryokan inns of Japan, the hospitality sector has been an active player in restoring old properties. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2026 Main Street spans 140 mostly 19th-century buildings housing 100-plus shops, restaurants, and independent inns. — Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 14 Oct. 2026 There are intimate inns tucked into the woods, bucket-list A-frame Airbnbs, and happening hubs just beyond Main Street available for check-in at your convenience. — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026 The historic house dates to 1923 and has a storied history that includes time as four different inns. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2026 Boutique hotels and inns are among the accommodations, helping to immerse travelers in a destination. — Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2026 From backpacking to tent, car, or RV camping to unique inns to luxurious private accommodations, there’s something for everyone here no matter what ages or abilities are in your group. — Wendy Altschuler, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inns
Noun
  • Staff explain the products and their inspirations, while purchases can be delivered directly to customers’ hotels.
    — Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Both supported a newer proposal by Tallen Capital Partners to redevelop much of the property with housing, hotels, retail and a planned youth sports complex.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 4 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • Pedal taverns have been a fixture in downtown Nashville in recent years, particularly in the Broadway area, attracting large groups of tourists and bachelorette parties.
    — Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2026
  • The weeklong promotion highlights a wide range of cuisines, from steakhouses and seafood restaurants to taverns, bistros and international dining destinations.
    — Jane Imbody, Cincinnati Enquirer, 19 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Additionally, Arvind has established dedicated worker hostels to support employees and plans to further expand residential infrastructure as operations grow.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026
  • One five-star reviewer wore it daily during a month-long solo trip through Europe, including on long hikes and while sleeping in hostels.
    — Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2026

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“Inns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inns. Accessed 10 Nov. 2026.

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