The Silver Fountain Inn creates a perfect retreat atmosphere with its quiet gardens. Travelers start their day with a full breakfast included in their stay, find sunny spots to relax on the terrace, or discover a quiet moment with books from the inn's library collection.
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Room (The English Rose, 3rd floor)
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Room (The Henrietta, 2nd floor)
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
5 reviews
(5 reviews)
Highlights
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Room (The Marguerite, 2nd floor)
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 reviews
(5 reviews)
Highlights
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Detached private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Room (The Vivienne, 3rd floor)
Highlights
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Room (Dorothy Brown, 2nd Floor)
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
5 reviews
(5 reviews)
Highlights
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
About the neighborhood
Dover is home to The Silver Fountain Inn. Woodman Institute and Sarah Orne Jewett House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Children's Museum of New Hampshire and Dover Bowl Family Fun Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Lundholm Gymnasium or Lee USA Speedway. Visit our Dover travel guide
Consider a stay at The Silver Fountain Inn and take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. In addition to a library and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
Meeting rooms, wedding services, and concierge services
A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to perks like free WiFi and free bottled water.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
32-inch TVs with cable channels
Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and heating
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Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Library
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Guidebooks
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Wedding services
Business services
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
More
3 floors
Built in 1871
Fireplace in lobby
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Heating
Individual decor
Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20.00
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20.00
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Early check-in fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Silver Fountain Inn Dover
Silver Fountain Dover
Silver Fountain
Silver Fountain Inn
The Silver Fountain Inn Dover
The Silver Fountain Inn Bed & breakfast
The Silver Fountain Inn Bed & breakfast Dover
Frequently asked questions
Is The Silver Fountain Inn pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Silver Fountain Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20.00 (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at The Silver Fountain Inn?
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 20.00 (subject to availability).
Where is The Silver Fountain Inn located?
Situated in Dover, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Woodman Institute, Henry Law Park, and The Children's Museum of New Hampshire. Dover Bowl Family Fun Center is 2.5 mi (4 km) away. Dover Transportation Center is 11 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Silver Fountain Inn Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.8
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
9.8
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 251 out of 305 reviews
10 - Excellent
251
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 305 reviews
8 - Good
37
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 305 reviews
6 - Okay
10
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 305 reviews
4 - Poor
3
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 305 reviews
2 - Terrible
4
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Vera
11 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful B&B with a very friendly staff and great service!
The room was clean, cozy vibes, nice lighting, very spacious, large bathroom and shower. The inn keeper was kind and inviting when we arrived. She showed us around the inn, where we could find what we may need, and also showed us where we could make tea and find treats.
Absolutely loved this bed-and-breakfast. It is a beautiful old Victorian, which is kept very well with a lot of history. It's in a very nice neighborhood in Dover and very walkable. There is always tea and coffee and cookies available and breakfast was served on their porch and it was delicious. I would definitely return to this bed-and-breakfast
This is a beautiful Bed & Breakfast! Old Victorian with all the Victorian charm! The Inn Keeper is very nice and accomodating. Highly recommend!
Tory
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shivam
14 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good breakfast and great hospitality! The entire property had a fantastic Victorian charm and plenty of tea options. Easy walk into downtown Dover, short drive into Portsmouth, and many hiking trails nearby.
The Inn is an old Victorian Inn, decorated beautifully. The rooms are spacious and quiet, the staff is friendly and helpful and the breakfast was included and amazing. The Inn is walking distance to Dover and in a beautiful area of old homes.
We loved our stay at the silver fountain inn! Start to finish, the whole thing was perfect. We were greeted warmly by Kim when we arrived, and wanted for nothing during our stay. Breakfast was incredible every day (I recommend the pumpkin spice scone!), and guests have all-day access to coffee and tea. I very much enjoyed trying the different teas! Our room was cozy and well-appointed, and parking was ample. I wouldn’t change a thing!
Kim and the staff create a fantastic, welcoming environment. My wife and I had a four-night stay in May to attend our son's graduation from UNH. The accommodations were great, the coffee & tea service was great, and the breakfast (each of the choices) were wonderful (you have to try the scones!) We are so thankful for our opportunity to stay at The Silver Fountain Inn :)
Best bed and breakfast in over 40 years of traveling. Absolutely gorgeous and pristine throughout with choice of gourmet breakfast items and 24 hour tea or coffee service! Outstanding service from Jerri at breakfast and owner with choice of accommodations!
This is a beautiful property with a great breakfast, a very pleasant proprietor with a great bed. It's also just a short drive from I-95 near the Maine/New Hampshire border and the perfect place to rest on a longer drive through New England.
The inkeeper Kim made check in a breeze. She kindly gave us an orientation to the property, and this house is just one of a kind! If you love character homes, this house is a must see. Our room was cozy and comfortable. There are many cozy spots to relax and enjoy the property.
Lee
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Walter
9 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Everything was great. Friendly staff, great accommodations. We’ll be back next year.
It was such a lovely stay. Staff was polite and most accommodating. The room was very well appointed and comfortable. The breakfast served in the morning was absolutely delicious, especially the blueberry scones!
We spent 3 weeks driving through Canada and the East Coast of the US and this was the best place we stayed! The room was beautiful, clean and comfortable and the breakfast was great. Everyone who works there is friendly and welcoming.