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Top rated bed and breakfast travel reference books

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  1. Bed & Breakfast and Country Inns
    Best overall Thomas Nelson

    Bed & Breakfast and Country Inns

    4.5/5 $23.68

    Comprehensive guide with detailed reviews of over 2,000 B&Bs across the U.S. and Canada, often praised for its reliability and user-friendly format.

    • Extensive listing
    • Detailed reviews
    • Easy to navigate
    • Some entries outdated
  2. The Unofficial Guide to Bed and Breakfasts and Country Inns in the Northeast
    Best for Northeast US Wiley

    The Unofficial Guide to Bed and Breakfasts and Country Inns in the Northeast

    4.3/5 $9.99

    Focuses on the Northeast region with honest ratings and practical tips from inspectors, highly rated for accuracy.

    • Honest ratings
    • Regional focus
    • Practical tips
    • Limited to one region
  3. Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns of New England
    Best for New England Fodor's Travel

    Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns of New England

    4.4/5 $21.04

    A popular guide to New England's B&Bs, known for its charming descriptions and reliable recommendations.

    • Charming descriptions
    • Reliable picks
    • Good photos
    • Not nationwide
  4. Best for Mid-Atlantic

    Frommer's Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns of the Mid-Atlantic

    4.2/5 $11-$16

    Part of the Frommer's series, offers detailed information on B&Bs in the Mid-Atlantic states, with good maps and price ranges.

    • Detailed info
    • Good maps
    • Price ranges included
    • Region-specific
  5. Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns of California
    Best for California Fodor's Travel

    Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns of California

    4.3/5 $10.07

    A well-received guide covering California's B&Bs, known for its beautiful photography and thorough coverage.

    • Beautiful photography
    • Thorough coverage
    • Local tips
    • California only
  6. The Inn Way... to Bed and Breakfasts in the South
    Best for Southern US Independently Published

    The Inn Way... to Bed and Breakfasts in the South

    4.1/5 $12.96

    Focuses on Southern B&Bs with a personal touch, including interviews and insider advice.

    • Personal touch
    • Insider advice
    • Good for the South
    • Limited region
  7. Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns of the Pacific Northwest
    Best for Pacific Northwest Fodor's Travel

    Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns of the Pacific Northwest

    4.2/5 $7.89

    A popular guide for the Pacific Northwest, featuring detailed descriptions and user reviews.

    • Detailed descriptions
    • User reviews
    • Regional focus
    • Not for other regions
  8. Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns of the Midwest
    Best for Midwest Rand McNally

    Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns of the Midwest

    4.0/5 $10-$15

    Covers the Midwest with a mix of well-known and hidden gems, appreciated for its budget-friendly options.

    • Budget-friendly
    • Hidden gems
    • Good value
    • Less known properties
  9. The Complete Guide to Bed & Breakfasts in the United States
    Best budget pick Ten Speed Press

    The Complete Guide to Bed & Breakfasts in the United States

    4.0/5 $8.28

    A comprehensive but affordable guide covering all states, though reviews are mixed on accuracy.

    • Covers all states
    • Affordable
    • Large scope
    • Mixed accuracy
    • Some outdated
  10. Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns of the Southwest
    Best for Southwest Wiley

    Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns of the Southwest

    4.1/5 $7.95 Only 1 left

    Focuses on the Southwest with unique properties and local flavor, well-reviewed for authenticity.

    • Unique properties
    • Local flavor
    • Authentic
    • Southwest only

Buying advice

When choosing a bed and breakfast guidebook, consider the region you plan to visit, as many books focus on specific areas. Look for recent editions to ensure listings are current, and check for honest reviews that include both pros and cons. Popular series like Frommer's or The Unofficial Guide are often reliable for accuracy.

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