Named for The Canterbury Tales inn, the Tabard spreads across three Victorian-era row houses. The 40 rooms are hard to generalize: all come with vintage quirks such as iron bed frames and old armoires, though little accents distinguish them – a Matisse-like painted headboard here, Amish-looking quilts there. There are no TVs, and wi-fi can be dodgy, but the of-yore atmosphere prevails.
The parlor with its low ceiling, roaring fireplace and old furniture is highly conducive to curling up with a vintage port and the Sunday Post. The restaurant is acclaimed, with seating inside or on the patio. Hotel guests receive a $15 voucher for food and beverages.
The hotel has no elevator.
