The Henry Clay Inn

The Henry Clay Inn The Henry Clay Inn® is a charming inn and restaurant located in historic downtown Ashland, Virginia. Please see our website for hours and menus.
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Our Georgian-style Inn is a centerpiece in historic Ashland, Virginia, “The Center of the Universe!”

Enjoy the warm welcome of our lobby with a gorgeous fireplace and lounge area for drinks and conversation. The Market opens daily at 6am for fresh baked pastries, sweets, made-to-order breakfast sandwiches, lattes, and more. Our full-service restaurant offers indoor and outdoor seating – walk-ins are welcome, reservations are preferred. https://henryclayinn.com/dine

Some gifts are opened and forgotten. Others become part of a favorite morning, a cherished tradition, or a well-earned m...
06/12/2026

Some gifts are opened and forgotten. Others become part of a favorite morning, a cherished tradition, or a well-earned moment of rest.

This Father’s Day, let us help you create something truly personal. From locally baked goods to thoughtful keepsakes, our Market offers custom dessert orders for dads, grandfathers, and father figures who mean so much.

Place your custom Father’s Day Market order today and give a gift you know he'll enjoy.

The Market is open daily | 6am – 11pm
Visit our website to place a customer order.
https://henryclayinn.com/the-market/bakery-orders/

THIS SATURDAY: Celebrate Ashland’s Own Triple Crown Champion with a full day of Belmont Stakes festivities on June 6th.S...
06/05/2026

THIS SATURDAY: Celebrate Ashland’s Own Triple Crown Champion with a full day of Belmont Stakes festivities on June 6th.

Start the day with Belmont brunch specials starting at 9am, including our featured Bloody Mary Flight. Then make plans to visit Meadow Farm, birthplace of the legendary Secretariat, before joining us back at the Inn for an evening of race day celebration.

Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres during our Cocktail Party as you watch the race unfold, then stay for dinner on our porch overlooking the railroad tracks and the monumental Secretariat statue in his honor.

Cocktail Party | 4–7pm
Dinner is served | 5–9pm

Big hats are welcome and bourbon is encouraged. Saddle up for race day at The Henry Clay Inn.

Light as a cloud with a touch of something unexpected. 💜🫐✨Our Japanese ube cheesecake is soft, airy, and perfectly balan...
05/31/2026

Light as a cloud with a touch of something unexpected. 💜🫐✨

Our Japanese ube cheesecake is soft, airy, and perfectly balanced with sweet blueberries on top. A dreamy little slice with rich vanilla notes and that signature earthy ube flavor that keeps you coming back for another bite.

The Market is open daily | 6am – 11pm

Stop by and treat yourself to something a little different today.

Caps in the air, new adventures ahead, and memories that will last a lifetime. ✨Congratulations to all of the incredible...
05/30/2026

Caps in the air, new adventures ahead, and memories that will last a lifetime. ✨

Congratulations to all of the incredible Class of 2026 high school graduates! Your hard work, determination, and bright futures are worth celebrating.

A special shoutout to our local Hanover County schools:
Patrick Henry High School
Hanover High School
Atlee High School
Mechanicsville High School

Here’s to new beginnings, lifelong friendships, and all the moments still waiting to unfold. 🎓

A small, decadent spring treat is waiting for you in The Market. Creamy cheesecake, fresh blueberries, sweet strawberrie...
05/26/2026

A small, decadent spring treat is waiting for you in The Market. Creamy cheesecake, fresh blueberries, sweet strawberries, and a delicate bloom on top…a treat that feels almost too pretty to eat. 🌼🫐🍓✨

The Market is open daily | 6am
Stop by and grab a little something for yourself. You’ve earned it. 💛

This Memorial Day, we pause in gratitude and remembrance for the men and women who gave their lives in service to our co...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause in gratitude and remembrance for the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

As friends and families gather and the long weekend begins, may we also take a quiet moment to honor the sacrifice behind the freedoms we enjoy each day.

From all of us at The Henry Clay Inn, we remember and give thanks. 🇺🇸

The tassels turn, the chapel bells ring, and another class steps forward into the world beyond Ashland.To the Randolph-M...
05/23/2026

The tassels turn, the chapel bells ring, and another class steps forward into the world beyond Ashland.

To the Randolph-Macon College Class of 2026, congratulations on this remarkable milestone. May the friendships made here remain close, the lessons learned carry meaning, and the road ahead lead somewhere beautiful.

From all of us at The Henry Clay Inn, thank you for letting our little railroad town be part of your story. 💛

Randolph-Macon College

Dinner on the porch just hits differently.A passing train, a slow evening, a glass of wine that turns into another. Spri...
05/21/2026

Dinner on the porch just hits differently.

A passing train, a slow evening, a glass of wine that turns into another. Spring nights in Ashland were made for this.

Join us at The Henry Clay Inn for dinner this week.
Dinner is served Thursday through Monday; seating begins at 5pm.

Slow down, settle in, and experience the charm of a stay where history and comfort meet. Whether you’re planning a weeke...
05/19/2026

Slow down, settle in, and experience the charm of a stay where history and comfort meet. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or passing through town, let The Henry Clay Inn be your home away from home.

Call us or visit our website to book your next stay.
804-798-3100
https://henryclayinn.com/

🏇🥃 The spirit of the Triple Crown Preakness Stakes is coming to The Henry Clay Inn.Join us for a special Cocktail Hour i...
05/15/2026

🏇🥃 The spirit of the Triple Crown Preakness Stakes is coming to The Henry Clay Inn.

Join us for a special Cocktail Hour inspired by one of horse racing’s most celebrated traditions as we raise a glass to the winner of the Preakness Stakes. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails, race day spirit, and an evening of classic Southern hospitality at the Inn.

Cocktail Hour
Saturday, May 16
4 PM – 7 PM

Big hats are welcome, bourbon is encouraged, and good company is guaranteed.

Make an evening of it and stay for dinner after cocktail hour to continue the celebration at the Inn.

Dinner is served 5pm – 9pm

Address

114 N Railroad Avenue
Ashland, VA
23005

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 11pm
Tuesday 6am - 11pm
Wednesday 6am - 11pm
Thursday 6am - 11pm
Friday 6am - 11pm
Saturday 6am - 11pm
Sunday 6am - 11pm

Telephone

+18047983100

Website

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