FAQ/Frequently Asked Questions We know that there are probably a few questions you'd like to ask us. Here are a few of the most common questions that we're asked, and their answers. Do you have any non-smoking rooms? Yes! The Morning Star BB facility is entirely smoke-free. This includes all of our guest rooms as well as all common areas. What are your rates? Our rates vary between $89 and $179 per night, depending on the room and the date. Do you allow children? No, although well-mannered young adults over 12 are welcome. Do you allow pets? No. Ginger and Lucy, the two Boston Terriers in residence, do not allow it. They are both happy to share their affections with lonely visitors, though. How many people can you put in one room? We allow a maximum occupancy of two people per room. What time is check in/check out? Check-in is between 4-8 p.m. and check-out is 11 a.m. We do our best to accommodate requests for other arrangements, given adequate notice. What time do you serve breakfast? At check-in, we ask guests what time they would like breakfast. We serve breakfast at almost whatever time our guests want to be served, typically between 7-10a.m. Can you offer special breakfasts for guests with particular dietary restrictions? Yes. Guests should notify us of special needs or preferences when reservations are made. How far in advance do I need to make reservations? Special events (e.g. graduation, home football games) fill up very far in advance. Otherwise, our guests typically make reservations a few weeks in advance. When are you open? We are open year round, including Thanksgiving and Christmas. How far is it to New York City? About 1,250 miles! Where are you? We are right in the heart of Manhattan, KANSAS. Although we love speaking to the people who call us from all over the world (literally), we are sorry to disappoint them by telling them we are not in New York City. How far is it to Kansas State University? We are about 13 blocks from Kansas State University. Where do I park? Parking is available in the driveway on the front of the property, the street and off the alley behind the property. Are there phones in the rooms? Yes, every room has a phone and data port. There are also fax services on premise. Can I watch television? Absolutely! There is a large television in the living room exclusively for guest use. What is your cancellation policy? We normally require seven days notice of cancellations but may require up to thirty days notice for special events. Do you have gift certificates? Yes! We offer gift certificates. Do you host weddings/receptions/luncheons/business retreats etc? Yes! We specialize in small business meetings, retreats, receptions, gift openings, and so forth. Please call or write with any questions. What other services do you offer? We are happy to arrange anything we can to make a guest's stay more enjoyable or life easier. This includes making dinner reservations, arranging flower deliveries, making appointments for massages etc. We also can make custom muffin/baked goods baskets, birthday cakes etc. It is our job to assist our guests. If there is anything we can help you with, please ask.

Accomodations at the Morning Star The Morning Star offers five inviting corner rooms with private baths. Each features an old-fashioned bed made up with all-cotton sheets, down comforters, and down pillows. The large bathrooms are highlighted by two-person jacuzzis. Many of the amenities of home, including cotton towels and bathrobes are provided. All rooms have phones and data ports. Breakfast at the Morning Star Breakfast at The Morning Star is a memorable treat. Guests are invited to enjoy their breakfasts in the dining room or outside on the porch when the weather permits. A full breakfast is served starting with fresh fruit and home-baked goods. A house specialty such as Blueberry French Toast, Granola Pancakes, Greek Omelettes or Fritattas completes the meal. Juice, coffee and an assortment of teas and hot chocolates are also served. Cereals are available upon request. Breakfast times vary to accommodate guests' schedules. If you have any dietary restrictions (or food dislikes) of which we should be aware, please notify us when reservations are made. We will be happy to try to accommodate your preferences. Making Reservations Reservations are required. See the. House Policies We want your stay at the Morning Star to be as comfortable and convenient as possible; please see our for how we ensure this, and how we ask our guests to help.

Comments from Previous Guests....Just wanted to express my thanks for sharing your lovely inn with us. You were my first BB experience and I think you've set a standard that will be hard to top. I certainly plan to be a return visitor. -North Salem, IN. What a wonderful, relaxing experience we had in your beautiful BB. I am a perfectionist who notices every detail and you certainly have every detail covered beautifully -in your BB, yard and hosting. I am highly recommending the Morning Star Marvelous Breakfasts! Gentle Hospitality! And an unforgettable bike ride through Central Park! Kansas is made much brighter and so much more enjoyable by all of you... -Stamford, CT. We had a lot of fun staying at your place. It was great conversation at the right times, and cozy reflective time in-between. The breakfasts were so delicious! What a package deal. -Minneapolis, MN. Thanks for your extravagant hospitality to us when we were in Kansas. What a BB! The breakfasts are amazing, the beds wonderful, and there is meticulous and elegant attention to detail! -New Haven, CT. Thank you for your kind hospitality, wonderful food, and insights into life in Manhattan. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. -Youngstown, OH. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the Morning Star a week ago and hope to visit on a future trip to Manhattan, whenever that might be. -Philadelphia, PA. I rave about your BB to whomever will listen. I hope to stay with you again someday soon. -Lawrence, KS....The breakfast really was wonderful, the conversation and good company even better. Thank you! -Topeka, KS....Thank you for sharing your inn with us. I can't imagine how our stay could have been nicer. If we come back this way again, we'll definitely want to stay at the Morning Star. -San Angelo, TX. This is a note of thanks for the excellent and comfortable home you provided for our guest! They stayed with you earlier this week and let us know how special you made them feel and how much they would like to return on other visits to Manhattan. Thanks so much for making her stay in Manhattan a special event. -Manhattan, KS. Just a note to let you know that my stay @ your BB made my week the most enjoyable in months. I felt like part of the gangB.B.Q. thenX-files!! A more perfect evening cannot be found. Breakfast was phenomenal! Thanx. -New York, NY. Thanks for the wonderful stay in the Morning Star Bed and Breakfast. It was a great getaway and a fun end to our Thanksgiving break. Thanks for all you did and your great hospitality. -Manhattan, KS. Just a note to say how much my mother and I enjoyed staying at the Morning Star - you were wonderful host hostess and my mother thoroughly enjoyed your inn as well as I did. We'll certainly recommend your place to many. -Valley Center, KS. we wanted to thank you guys for everything you did to pamper us on the occasion of our 24th anniversary. We loved the peaceful, quiet, and beautiful environment. We will not hesitate to return for another get-away when we can, and we will certainly recommend you to everyone we know! Thanks again for a wonderful holiday. -Manhattan, KS. Thanks for the book loan - and the wonderful hospitality you extended to me during my visit. Book to follow - I promise. It was a great read! -Atlanta, GA

House Policies Because many of the guests who stay at The Morning Star are business travelers, university guests and people who need to work or relax while in the house, we try to maintain a quiet household. Smoking Policy The Morning Star is a non-smoking bed and breakfast. Children Pets No children or pets are allowed. ( The two Boston Terriers in residence will happily share their affection with lonely visitors.). Making Reservations Seven (7) days' notice is required for most cancellations. A two-day minimum stay is needed on special event weekends. Thirty (30) days' notice of cancellation is required for such dates. In instances in which a block of rooms is reserved, a non-refundable deposit will be required to hold the reservations. Feel free to us forfor date availability, rates and deposit requirements. Payment We accept the following forms of payment: Cash Checks Visa Mastercard Discover. Check-in/Check-out Check-In: 4 - 8 p.m. Check-out: 11 a.m.

Contact Us! We'd love to hear from you, whether you have a question we haven't answered anywhere else on this site, or you'd like to make a reservation. Our snail mail/local address phone/fax number: The Morning Star BB 617 Houston Street Manhattan, KS 66502 Phone/Fax: (785) 587-9703. If you need a map or driving directions, click info@morningstaronthepark.com

Links Here are some links of interest to the Morning Star and the Manhattan community. Take a look to find out more about the Little Apple. The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce. The Kansas Bed and Breakfast Association. Kansas State University. The Weather Channel's website. The Internet BMW Riders website and there is more to come!

About the Morning Star The Morning Star BB is located in the heart of Manhattan's historic downtown neighborhood. This beautiful, three-story, Queen Anne-style home has been extensively renovated for guests' comfort and convenience. Its high ceilings, tall windows, old woodwork, tile fireplace, leather and oak furniture, and stained glass lamps all lend a feeling of relaxation. It is a place where one feels pampered in a non-fussy manner. It is a place where you will feel at home. Guests are welcome to relax on the front porch or gather in the common areas to read, talk, listen to music or even watch television. Visit the guest comments page