Enter as Strangers,
Leave as Friends
The Historic Eureka Inn & Event Center is located on Main Street in the heart of Historic Jonesborough just 10 minutes from Johnson City, Tennessee. Located close to universities including ETSU, Milligan University, Tusculum University and Northeast State Community College. We are also located within 30 minutes of the Bristol Motor Speedway.
Each of the Eureka’s 9 uniquely decorated bedrooms create a captivating blend of past and present. They offer spacious rooms with private baths, free Wi-Fi, and individually controlled heat and air. The inn also features acoustic-soundproofing in its walls creating quiet, romantic spaces.
On Saturdays and Sundays, the Inn provides delicious breakfasts served family style in the large dining room, allowing guests to hear stories from other travelers. With fruit, juice, and locally-acquired touches like jams, honey and coffee, you’ll be fueled up and ready to explore all Jonesborough and the Tri Cities has to offer.
Ease into Main Street life on its front porch, take a stroll through the floral courtyard and gardens or enjoy the shade offered by the creekside gazebo. The courtyard and gardens are the ideal outdoor venue for intimate and micro weddings, family reunions or other social events.
See why so many travelers make Historic Eureka Inn their inn of choice when visiting Jonesborough, Tennessee.
You’re INN for a historical experience!
Meet Your Hosts
The Ladies of the Eureka Inn have been welcoming guests since 2023. Under new ownership, the Historic Eureka Inn and Event Center has a feeling of formality yet the relaxation of home. Complete with 2 dogs and onsite management, the Inn is perfect for travelers, locals enjoying a romantic weekend, weddings, reunions, car clubs, concert or play attendees, and much more. Gathering around the breakfast table or rocking in the chairs on the front porch provides a unique getaway within steps of all the action on Main Street. Our motto is Enter as Strangers, Leave as Friends.
Our beloved and friendly dogs, Murphy & Liberty, both live on property so no additional pets are allowed. The dogs are available for belly rubs in the parlor and courtyard as they are not allowed in the guest rooms.
Rooms & Rates
We offer historically-decorated rooms that are warm and cozy, and include modern amenities such as in-room digital thermostats, refrigerators, hairdryers and Keurig© coffee makers.
All rooms have full-bathrooms with a combined bathtub and shower; the Russell Room has a standup shower.
Included in your stay is access to:
- Front Porch
- Gazebo
- Chairs by the Stream
- The Courtyard
- Reserved Parking
- Concierge Service
- & The Costume Room
Rates
Be sure to check out our promos and specials for discounts that are currently available.
All room rates are per night for up to 2 adults per room.
Sunday night – Thursday night
$189 (room only)
Friday night and Saturday night
$229 (with formal breakfast included)
Reserve the Entire House/Inn
for Your Group Get Together
Book all 9 rooms, sleeps up to 23 adults, and enjoy exclusive use of the property — perfect for bringing people together under one roof.
Great for family reunions, micro weddings, rehearsal dinners, wholesome bachelorette parties, bridal and baby showers, church and women’s retreats, corporate trainings, writer’s retreats, etc.
* Management lives on site with 2 dogs, no additional pets are allowed.
Rates
$169 (room only)
$199 (with formal breakfast)
All room rates are per night for up to 2 adults per room.
2 night minimum.
First Floor Rooms
The Sample Room
Sleeps 2
The Peddler's Pad
The Russell Room
Second Floor Rooms
Accessible by stairs
The Maxwell Room
Sleeps 2
Angeline's Room
Sleeps 2
Peter Miller's Room
Sleeps 2
The Jury Room
Sleeps 5
The Tub Room
Sleeps 3
Laura's Room
Sleeps 2
The Sample Room
Located on first floor, The Sample Room is warm, cozy and includes the following amenities:
- Queen-Size Bed
- In-Room Digital Thermostat
- Hair Dryer
- Keurig Coffee Maker
- Refrigertor
- Full-Bathroom with Shower/Tub combo
10% off for active military, veterans and local Washington County Residents.
The Peddler’s Pad
Located on first floor, The Peddler’s Pad is warm, cozy and includes the following amenities:
- King-Size Bed*
- In-Room Digital Thermostat
- Hair Dryer
- Keurig Coffee Maker
- Refrigerator
- Full-Bathroom with Shower/Tub
* Quality twin-size bed available on advanced request.
10% off for active military, veterans and local Washington County Residents.
Russell Room
Located on first floor, Russell Room is warm, cozy and includes the following amenities:
- King-Size Bed
- In-Room Digital Thermostat
- Hair Dryer
- Keurig Coffee Maker
- Refrigerator
- Full-Bathroom w/ Stand-Up Shower (no tub)
*Due to the historic age of the Historic Eureka Inn, we are unable to be 100% ADA compliant yet the Russell room provides the most accessibility. With no steps, direct access from the parlor, and a standup shower with grab bar, we do our very best to accommodate all guests. Please call and speak to the Eureka directly to ensure we can meet your specific needs.
10% off for active military, veterans and local Washington County Residents.
The Maxwell Room
Located on second floor, The Maxwell Room is warm, cozy and includes the following amenities:
- Queen-Size Bed
- In-Room Digital Thermostat
- Hair Dryer
- Keurig Coffee Maker
- Refrigerator
- Full-Bathroom with Shower/Tub combo
10% off for active military, veterans and local Washington County Residents.
The Jury Room
Located on second floor, The Jury Room is the largest bedroom and can sleep up to 5. The Jury Room can also serve as a meeting room or bridal dressing area as the 2 full size Murphy beds close up into the wall, leaving plenty of floor space. It includes the following amenities:
- 2 Full-Size Beds and 1 Twin-Size Bed
- In-Room Digital Thermostat
- Hair Dryer
- Keurig Coffee Maker
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Skylight
- Full-Bathroom with Shower/Tub combo
- Additional sink and vanity in room
10% off for active military, veterans and local Washington County Residents.
Angeline’s Room
Located on second floor, Angeline’s Room is a romantic, medieval-inspired hideaway and includes the following amenities:
- King-Size Bed
- In-Room Digital Thermostat
- Hair Dryer
- Keurig Coffee Maker
- Refrigerator
- Skylight
- Full-Bathroom with Shower/Tub
10% off for active military, veterans and local Washington County Residents.
Peter Miller’s Room
Located on second floor, Peter Miller’s Room is warm, cozy and includes the following amenities:
- Queen-Size Bed
- In-Room Digital Thermostat
- Hair Dryer
- Keurig Coffee Maker
- Refrigerator
- Faux Fireplace
- Full-Bathroom with Shower/Tub Combo
10% off for active military, veterans and local Washington County Residents.
The Tub Room
Located on second floor, The Tub Room gets its name because in 1920 if you wanted to bathe during your stay you paid at the counter and walked upstairs. The fee dropped depending on how many people went ahead of you. Haha The Tub Room is warm, cozy and includes the following amenities:
- 1 Queen-Size Bed and 1 Twin-Size Bed
- In-Room Digital Thermostat
- Hair Dryer
- Keurig Coffee Maker
- Full-Bathroom w/ Tub
- Refrigerator
10% off for active military, veterans and local Washington County Residents.
Laura’s Room
Located on second floor, Laura’s Room is warm, cozy and includes the following amenities:
- 1 Queen-Size Bed
- In-Room Digital Thermostat
- Hair Dryer
- Keurig Coffee Maker
- Full-Bathroom w/ Tub
- Refrigerator
- Working Gas Fireplace
10% off for active military, veterans and local Washington County Residents.
Event Spaces
Celebrate your next event in one of our historic venues.
Includes:
- Tour of the Historic Eureka Inn & Event Center
- Indoor or Outdoor spaces available
- Main Formal Dining Room (10 people)
- Parlor Room (12 people) Connects to Main Formal Dining Room
- Johnston Room (10 people)
- Kennedy Room (30 people) Connects to Johnston Room
- Courtyard, Covered Porch, and Gazebo (50 people)
- Coffee pot, filters, creamers, and sugar
- Trash cans with bags
- Use of available standard glasses, plates, silverware, etc, at no additional fee. Please commit to washing them or hiring staff to clean the dishes
- 15% off rooms, with a 2 night minimum
Optional:
- We offer use of tea cups, crystal, china, silver or crystal serving dishes, candles, and much more if you would like to add to your event for a fee based on number attending.
- Access to our costume closet. It is perfect for tea parties (child and adult), birthday celebrations, and wholesome bachelorette parties for a fee.
Things To Do Around Town
The Town of Jonesborough offers something for everyone, no matter your interests. From charming local shops and inviting eateries to rich history and unforgettable storytelling, there’s always something new to discover.
Experiences at The Eureka
The Eureka is a place where art, music, and conversation come to life. From elegant tea parties and lively bluegrass bands to inspiring poetry readings and hands-on painting classes, the Eureka hosts a variety of gatherings that celebrate creativity, culture, and community.
The Historic Eureka Inn’s History
The history of the Eureka Inn has included many changes over the last 200 years and the blending of these additions was so perfect that the hotel appears to have been built all at the same time.
Robert Mitchell and his wife Harriett purchased “Lot #19” from the Town of Jonesborough to construct a private residence.
In 1851, William Henry Maxwell purchased the home and had a “jury room” in one of the large bedrooms that can still serve as a meeting room today.
Laura Gosnell purchased the property to be used as a private residence and boarding house.
Peter Miller and his wife Harriett opened the Eureka hotel to offer hospitality to travelers and business people.
J.R. Russell purchased the Inn and added the first bathtub with hot and cold running water.
In the 1950’s, a restaurant, grocery store, and a taxi cab business had taken over the ground floor.
The hotel is restored back to its days of glory and offers the best of past and present.
