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Shakespeare Chateau Inn Bed & Breakfast
4.9 ★★★★★ 196 Google reviews · Castle wedding venue in St Joseph, Missouri
Refined bed-and-breakfast set in a 19th-century stone mansion with artwork & stained-glass windows.
Plan your visit
- Lodging stay overnight on-site — couples and the castle's own info mention accommodations; ask how many rooms and whether the wedding-night suite is included
- Phone (816) 232-2667
- Website shakespearechateau.com — most castles book tours right on their site
The setting
“We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Shakespeare Chateau Inn and Gardens, and it felt like stepping back into the Gilded Age.”
“Every inch of this home is beautiful, peaceful, historic and Isobel is amazing host.”
“Served in the opulent Zuber Parlor or the richly paneled dining room, complete with original Zuber wallpaper and a Belle Epoque crystal chandelier, the meal was a culinary delight.”
“It was a magical experience to get to stay here and take in the beauty of the original ornate woodwork and 47 amazing stained glass windows.”
Inside the castle
“The location, high on a bluff overlooking the city and the Missouri River, offers breathtaking views and a sense of historical significance.”
“Our room (Twelfth Night Suite) was very comfortable & had all amenities required.”
What couples say again and again
“The mansion was beautiful and the love she gave to the property to bring it back to life, was amazing.”
“It was a magical experience to get to stay here and take in the beauty of the original ornate woodwork and 47 amazing stained glass windows.”
“Served in the opulent Zuber Parlor or the richly paneled dining room, complete with original Zuber wallpaper and a Belle Epoque crystal chandelier, the meal was a culinary delight.”
“We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Shakespeare Chateau Inn and Gardens, and it felt like stepping back into the Gilded Age.”
From the reviews
If you're debating on whether you should spring for a stay at this place or settle for an AirBNB or hotel, I'll make up your mind for you: You're staying here. Trust me. This place is a jaw-dropper inside and out. The price is quite reasonable, too, for such an extraordinary stay. So do not hesitate.
What a remarkable stay at this Victorian mansion. The detail and craftsmanship throughout are worth the visit alone. Our inn keeper was delightful and took the time to show us around and explain some of the many features of the home. It’s obvious a lot of love has gone into this place.
A Masterpiece of Hospitality: The Shakespeare Chateau Inn Bed & Breakfast and Gardens Stepping into the Shakespeare Chateau Inn is like stepping back in time to an era of unparalleled elegance and grandeur, yet with all the modern comforts you could possibly desire.
My husband and I stayed in the Verona Suite, very elegant. And enjoyed the jetted tub and heated towels. This was our Christmas gift to each other, and our 3rd stay over the years, a different room each time. Even though we are locals, we appreciate this gem and all it has to offer!
Getting married at Shakespeare Chateau Inn Bed & Breakfast
A castle wedding is the once-in-a-lifetime, storybook kind — the grand staircase, the ballroom, the gardens and turrets your photos will live on forever. Castle weddings commonly run $10,000–$40,000+ depending on the date, guest count, and how much is included, so ask for a written quote for your season — Shakespeare Chateau Inn Bed & Breakfast doesn’t publish a set price, and tiers move fast. Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see it at the time of day you’d actually get married — a ballroom that glows at golden hour can feel very different at noon, and you’ll want to walk the path your guests take from the gates to the ceremony to the reception. Second, bring your real questions: what’s included with the venue fee (tables, chairs, setup, teardown), the catering and bar policy, whether you can stay overnight on-site, the rain plan for a garden ceremony, and the music curfew. Fairytale dates at castle venues book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what’s open in your season before you leave.
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