Spencer House has earned the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award seven consecutive years, and is rated higher than any other lodging in Erie on both Google and TripAdvisor. That recognition comes directly from guests like the ones you’ll hear from below. Whether they came for a romantic getaway, a visit to Presque Isle, or simply the convenience of a walkable downtown location, our guests share what the experience was actually like. Read through their firsthand experiences and see what brings so many of them back.
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10/13/2026Beautiful experience! One of the most memorable aspects of my stay was the exceptional thoughtfulness and attention to detail shown by the hosts. I was genuinely touched that they remembered my food allergies and took the time to explain how they had carefully accommodated my dietary needs. Having stayed at numerous bed-and-breakfasts over the years, I can confidently say that Spencer House is, without question, my absolute favorite! The home’s rich history, timeless elegance, and extraordinary architectural details are truly captivating. this beautifully preserved home offers a wonderful glimpse into the charm and grandeur of a bygone era. Every room tells a story, reflecting the remarkable craftsmanship and attention to detail rarely found today. The beauty, character, and historical significance of this property make it an experience unlike any other. Spencer House is truly a hidden gem and one that would be exceptionally difficult to rival!
Maria H.10/08/2026A weekend in Erie We had a very enjoyable stay at Spender House. Lisa and Steve are wonderful hosts. Steve provided a detailed history of the home/inn as well as information about the local area, including the development of Millionaire's Row. The place is decorated beautifully and is also welcoming. We look forward to a return trip to Spencer House!Anita W.9/24/2026Wonderful stay! Such a beautiful and historic home! Perfect spot to rest & relax for a night! Steve & Lisa are extremely pleasant and serve a delicious breakfast!John F.9/21/2026Erie’s place to stay Room charming, breakfast generous & tasty, great location to Gannin U, history center and downtown. Can’t do better staying in Erie.Anita W.9/01/2026Such a beautiful and historic home! Perfect spot to rest & relax for a night! Steve & Lisa are extremely pleasant and serve a delicious breakfast!John F.9/01/2026Room charming, breakfast generous & tasty, great location to Gannin U, history center and downtown. Can’t do better staying in Erie.Linda F.8/31/2026Best B&B in Erie Every room is an experience with period pieces. Breakfasted was an absolute treat. Starting with fruit and followed by a choice of three main curses or you can have a serving with all threeRyan H.8/25/2026Went to visit Erie for one night with my wife mainly to check out Presque Isle state park and some of the local wineries. We considered staying at one of the hotels downtown on the lake, but saw the Spencer House and decided to give it a try for more charm and a much better price. Upon arrival we were greeted and got an optional (which I highly recommend) mini tour and history lesson about the property. We stayed in the Captains Quarters which was clean, spacious, and quiet with a comfortable bed and a nice TV. Breakfast was delicious and plentiful. I would visit again and would recommend to friends and family.
Judy K.8/21/2026Spencer House B&B Our room was lovely and spacious. Breakfast was delicious. The house has many nice areas to relax both indoors and outdoors. The hosts were attentive and provided many nice touches to our stay.travelk113988/11/2026A lovely stop in Erie We thoroughly enjoyed staying at Spencer House and booked a second night that we hadn’t originally planned on. The house itself is beautiful with unique architectural features and an interesting history. The two rooms we stayed in were lovely and comfortable. Stephen and Lisa are attentive hosts and provided plenty of information to make our visit more enjoyable. We are happy to be able to add Spencer House to our list of favorite places to stay.Jordan D.8/05/2026I would drive 5 hours to Erie again just to stay at Spencer House Bed and Breakfast. They were phenomenal hosts and provided exceptional service. The breakfast was superb and looked forward to each morning. The huge front porch thereafter as inviting as it was beautiful. The room well crafted and clean. The bathroom with a most powerful showerhead and separate jacuzzi tub was beyond measure. There were also the many small but thoughtful touches that led to a wonderful experience; the access to cold and hot drinks on every floor, the chocolate bar, bath salts and lighting by the tub, cable TV, weather updates and suggestions from the hosts. It was a remarkable and unmatched stay. Thank you, Steve and Lisa!Jordan D.8/04/2026Remarkable, Unmatched, Hope to Return I would drive 5 hours to Erie again just to stay at Spencer House Bed and Breakfast. They were phenomenal hosts and provided exceptional service. The breakfast was superb and looked forward to each morning. The huge front porch thereafter as inviting as it was beautiful. The room well crafted and clean. The bathroom with a most powerful showerhead and separate jacuzzi tub was beyond measure. There were also the many small but thoughtful touches that led to a wonderful experience; the access to cold and hot drinks on every floor, the chocolate bar, bath salts and lighting by the tub, cable TV, weather updates and suggestions from the hosts. It was a remarkable and unmatched stay. Thank you, Steve and Lisa!Laura G.8/01/2026Steve and Lisa are exceptional hosts! Our room was comfortable and clean and breakfast was perfect before a full day of activities. If you're unfamiliar with the area, sign up for Steve's newsletter where he highlights everything happening in the area.
The house itself is gorgeous and very interesting. On arrival we had a little tour and it turns out the lady Spencer of the house was a relative of Princess Diana! So cool! We would definitely book again!Jordan D.8/01/2026Remarkable, Unmatched, Hope to Return I would drive 5 hours to Erie again just to stay at Spencer House Bed and Breakfast. They were phenomenal hosts and provided exceptional service. The breakfast was superb and looked forward to each morning. The huge front porch thereafter as inviting as it was beautiful. The room well crafted and clean. The bathroom with a most powerful showerhead and separate jacuzzi tub was beyond measure. There were also the many small but thoughtful touches that led to a wonderful experience; the access to cold and hot drinks on every floor, the chocolate bar, bath salts and lighting by the tub, cable TV, weather updates and suggestions from the hosts. It was a remarkable and unmatched stay. Thank you, Steve and Lisa!Judy K.8/01/2026Our room was lovely and spacious. Breakfast was delicious. The house has many nice areas to relax both indoors and outdoors. The hosts were attentive and provided many nice touches to our stay. - Linda F.8/01/2026Every room is an experience with period pieces.
Breakfasted was an absolute treat. Starting with fruit and followed by a choice of three main curses or you can have a serving with all threeCarolyn K.7/28/2026First time Erie Vacation My husband and I stayed at Spencer House in Erie, PA this past week, and we couldn't have been happier with our experience. The house is an absolutely gorgeous Victorian home that is beautifully maintained, full of charm, and rich in character. Steve and Lisa were incredibly accommodating and made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. They also gave us excellent recommendations for sightseeing and local attractions, which made our visit even more enjoyable. We highly recommend Spencer House to anyone visiting Erie. If you're looking for a beautiful, comfortable place to stay with warm, welcoming hosts, this is the perfect choice. We would definitely stay here again!Brandy7/26/2026We spent 2 nights here in the spencer room on the 3rd floor. This home is absolutely stunning. The hosts were very kind and breakfast was delicious. We will def stay here again if in the area.Rick P.7/23/2026Me, my wife, and 11 year old granddaughter enjoyed a great four night stay. Both beds in the pretty Nursery Room were comfortable and the adjoining bathroom had an amazing claw foot bathtub. The delicious breakfasts were a perfect start to each day.Barb P.7/22/2026This quaint bed and breakfast is located in a great location with easy access to all things Erie and Presque Isle State Park. The inn keepers were wonderful and the breakfast was amazing! Especially the cinnamon pancakes!Jill W.7/22/2026The Spencer House was the perfect place for 3 mom friends to get away for a night, relax, and explore Presque Isle! I would 100% recommend checking it out!Cindy B.7/13/2026Wonderful stay! My husband and I booked a stay on the recommendation of my brother and sister-in-law to celebrate our 40th anniversary. It was nothing short of lovely. The house is full of history. Breakfast was great and Steve and Lisa were wonderful hosts. I highly recommend a stay in this beautiful place.Nancy W.7/12/2026We loved our stay at the Spencer House Bed & Breakfast. The location was perfect and we enjoyed walking up and down "Millionaire's Row." The service was top-notch with Steve giving his guests a lot of information on things to do in Erie and Presque Isle. We loved our room and highly recommend Spencer House.Wendy J.7/10/2026The Spencer House was clean and charming. It exceeded our expectations. The beds were comfortable and the breakfast was great. Lisa and Steve were great hosts and saw to it we wanted for nothing on our visit there. I would highly recommend.David M.7/06/2026USA 250 at the Spencer House This is a lovely historic home with beautifully decorated and furnished rooms representing the style of the original period the house was built. I felt transported back in time. My room was private, quiet, and kept at a comfortable temperature during an excessive heat wave. I was close to downtown but felt like I was in an upscale historic suburb. The price was competitive with local hotels that have less to offer. I look forward to staying here again on my next trip to Erie.Erin W.7/02/2026Stunning Bed and Breakfast! What an absolutely GORGEOUS BNB. This was our first time staying and we absolutely loved it. Favorite parts-all the sitting areas (especially the front porch) and the blueberry French toast! Very convienient to everything! We walked all around and were able to learn all about the Erie Canal as well as prominent homes right down the street (perfect for a history buff!). Highly recommend!Lisa S.7/01/2026Staying at the Spencer House Bed and Breakfast is a true delight! My husband and I come to Erie to enjoy Presque Isle and always stay at this bed and breakfast. Why, you ask? First, this historic house is gorgeous on the inside and out! And, the history of this house, plus other properties on "Millionaire's Row" is fascinating. The owners, Steve and Lisa, are extremely conscientious and work hard to make your stay comfortable and relaxing. And, if you like breakfast, you're in for a real treat! A fresh, well balanced, and delicious breakfast is offered every morning, along with coffee, tea, and juices. Lastly, this B and B is located close to downtown + bayfront Erie, Presque Isle and two outstanding chocolate shops! If you choose to stay at the Spencer House, I am sure you will not be disappointed. - Lisa S.Carolyn K.7/01/2026First time Erie Vacation My husband and I stayed at Spencer House in Erie, PA this past week, and we couldn't have been happier with our experience. The house is an absolutely gorgeous Victorian home that is beautifully maintained, full of charm, and rich in character.
Steve and Lisa were incredibly accommodating and made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. They also gave us excellent recommendations for sightseeing and local attractions, which made our visit even more enjoyable.
We highly recommend Spencer House to anyone visiting Erie. If you're looking for a beautiful, comfortable place to stay with warm, welcoming hosts, this is the perfect choice. We would definitely stay here again!David M.7/01/2026USA 250 at the Spencer House This is a lovely historic home with beautifully decorated and furnished rooms representing the style of the original period the house was built. I felt transported back in time. My room was private, quiet, and kept at a comfortable temperature during an excessive heat wave. I was close to downtown but felt like I was in an upscale historic suburb. The price was competitive with local hotels that have less to offer. I look forward to staying here again on my next trip to Erie.Cindy B.7/01/2026Wonderful stay! My husband and I booked a stay on the recommendation of my brother and sister-in-law to celebrate our 40th anniversary. It was nothing short of lovely. The house is full of history. Breakfast was great and Steve and Lisa were wonderful hosts. I highly recommend a stay in this beautiful place. - Marty M.6/30/2026Great place to stay for a luxurious getaway. The room was perfect, the breakfast was quite delicious and enjoyable, the ambiance and atmosphere was everything we expected and more. Steve and Lisa were gracious and receptive hosts. Can’t say enough good things about our stay. We will definitely book again should our travels take us that way. Top marks all around.Jorgemarcelo M.6/26/2026Staying here was such a wonderful experience. The room was beautifully decorated and incredibly comfortable, making it feel like a real home away from home. I loved the delicious breakfast they served in the morning, and the hosts were so warm and welcoming throughout my entire visit. It’s the perfect place if you’re looking for a relaxing and charming getaway.Philip E.6/26/2026Spencer House impresses! Steve and Lisa’s passion for the place shows up big time! My wife and I stopped in at Spencer House twice in one week as we drove to and from Cleveland. First thing we noticed was the lovely garden full of flowering lilies. Steve and Lisa met us and made us feel at home right away. The first night we stayed in the palatial presidential suite which was a sight to behold with all the original woodwork and antique furniture. The bed was certainly not antique though. It was super comfortable. Ditto the king sized bed in the Captains Quarters on the second night. Loved the maritime theme of the room and the large bathroom with the jacuzzi tub. The history of the house was interesting and the amazing woodwork about the place was impressive. All in all a pleasant stay. Highly recommend!Mae W.6/16/2026Cozy This was our first experience with a bed and breakfast. Our hosts were amazing, our room was incredibly cozy, and the entire atmosphere was exactly what we'd hoped for. I highly recommend!!Deb H.6/15/2026We had an amazing 3 night stay at Spencer House bed and breakfast!! Our room (the nursery) had 2 very comfortable beds. Every morning we had a delicious 2 course breakfast to start our day. Steve and Lisa are both incredible hosts and we will definitely be returning!!Bruce B.6/15/2026Steve and Lisa are the kind of hosts you wish were your neighbors — funny, warm, and full of fascinating stories about the local area and its history. The house itself is a showstopper: the woodwork is simply magnificent, the kind of craftsmanship that stops you mid-conversation just to stare. And then there are the stuffed blueberry waffles. We're not being dramatic when we say they may have ruined all other breakfasts forever.Bruce B.6/15/2026Must visit! Steve and Lisa are the kind of hosts you wish were your neighbors — funny, warm, and full of fascinating stories about the local area and its history. The house itself is a showstopper: the woodwork is simply magnificent, the kind of craftsmanship that stops you mid-conversation just to stare. Sleep came easy too — the place is so peacefully quiet that the only voices we heard all weekend were the ones gathered around the breakfast table. Which, speaking of, leads us to those stuffed blueberry waffles. We're not being dramatic when we say they may have ruined all other breakfasts forever.Scumbag S.6/04/2026My fiancée and I came to stay for 3 nights, and it was wonderful!
We were greeted by the hosts upon arrival and given a brief tour and history of the home. Everything was so beautiful, warm, and well-kept. So much hard work must go into preserving the beauty of this house.
We stayed in the Captain's Quarters, and I can't recommend it enough. The bed was very comfortable, and the jacuzzi fit the two of us comfortably.
The breakfasts were delicious, and cooked perfectly!
Thank you so much for the 10/10 hospitality, Steve and Lisa! Will always recommend Spencer House!Philip E.6/01/2026Spencer House impresses! Steve and Lisa’s passion for the place shows up big time! My wife and I stopped in at Spencer House twice in one week as we drove to and from Cleveland. First thing we noticed was the lovely garden full of flowering lilies. Steve and Lisa met us and made us feel at home right away. The first night we stayed in the palatial presidential suite which was a sight to behold with all the original woodwork and antique furniture. The bed was certainly not antique though. It was super comfortable. Ditto the king sized bed in the Captains Quarters on the second night. Loved the maritime theme of the room and the large bathroom with the jacuzzi tub. The history of the house was interesting and the amazing woodwork about the place was impressive. All in all a pleasant stay. Highly recommend!Bruce B.6/01/2026Must visit! Steve and Lisa are the kind of hosts you wish were your neighbors — funny, warm, and full of fascinating stories about the local area and its history. The house itself is a showstopper: the woodwork is simply magnificent, the kind of craftsmanship that stops you mid-conversation just to stare. Sleep came easy too — the place is so peacefully quiet that the only voices we heard all weekend were the ones gathered around the breakfast table. Which, speaking of, leads us to those stuffed blueberry waffles. We're not being dramatic when we say they may have ruined all other breakfasts forever.Erin W.6/01/2026Stunning Bed and Breakfast! What an absolutely GORGEOUS BNB. This was our first time staying and we absolutely loved it. Favorite parts-all the sitting areas (especially the front porch) and the blueberry French toast! Very convienient to everything! We walked all around and were able to learn all about the Erie Canal as well as prominent homes right down the street (perfect for a history buff!). Highly recommend!Mae W.6/01/2026Cozy This was our first experience with a bed and breakfast. Our hosts were amazing, our room was incredibly cozy, and the entire atmosphere was exactly what we'd hoped for. I highly recommend!!Michele K.5/27/2026Wonderful hosts, fabulous breakfast and a charming home on Millionaire's Row in a great location to explore Erie and the surrounding area. Steve and Lisa made us feel very comfortable and provided us with a lot of information on options to do and see while we were visiting the Lake Erie area! We would definitely stay at Spencer House B&B again!Heidi F.5/27/2026My boyfriend and I had such a wonderful stay at the Spencer House! The home is beautiful, the hosts were incredibly kind and even upgraded our room. Breakfast was delicious, and the overall experience was fantastic. We would absolutely stay here again!Butch L.5/24/2026A wonderful visit to Erie Pa. Wonderful home and owners ... this home is a 1870s house with a lot of old oak woodwork ... absolutely beautiful!
