inns

plural of inn

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Recent Examples of inns Travelers sleep in inns that seem lifted from a Hiroshige woodblock print. David Hochman, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026 Other small inns and B&Bs are scattered across the communities of 30A, but for long stays or big groups, a rental is the best option. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 10 July 2026 This three-inns-in-one concept at Nantucket Resort Collection is situated in the heart of old town Nantucket, walking distance to the best beaches, shopping, and dining on the island. Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026 The Aurora Inn, initially constructed in 1833, was the first of the inns to be restored in 2003. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026 Easily walkable, museums, inns, bed & breakfasts, restaurants, a thriving farmers market and a variety of shops are all located in the half-square-mile historic district. Usa Today Network, USA Today, 10 June 2026 Costs usually cover lodging, several meals, hiking itineraries and luggage transfers between inns. Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2026 Travelers arrange their own bookings with hiker-friendly inns willing to transfer bags, or stay in one base location and day-hike from there. Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inns
Noun
  • Le Gette, though, has designs to eventually make the product accessible to those who don’t frequent luxury med spas, brand-name hotels or the athletic facilities of professional sports teams.
    Jake Nevins, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026
  • Rooms would be larger than those in roadside hotels and would cost around $300 a night, Palillo said.
    Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 15 July 2026
Noun
  • Widely regarded as the country's culinary capital—a remarkable distinction in a nation renowned for its gastronomy—the city has earned a reputation for its traditional bouchons (taverns), bustling food halls, and world-class restaurants.
    Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 4 July 2026
  • During his lifetime, Woody Guthrie saw America at ground level, riding boxcars, singing in taverns and on street corners, and even living for a time in a California migrant camp.
    Steve Appleford, Rolling Stone, 4 July 2026
Noun
  • When finished, the collaborative project will knit together existing trail networks, connect 27 communities and include huts and hostels for overnight stays.
    Nina Keck, NPR, 9 July 2026
  • Accommodations range from budget-friendly hostels to luxurious eco-lodges and wellness retreats.
    Joe Yogerst, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026

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