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NatuSilk

Available in six unique essential oil blends

$5.00 a bar

Alpine Twilight

Caribbean Sunrise

Incan Allure

Lavender Envy

Tibetan Tea

Ylang-Ylang Oasis

Available in the hotel lobby

For more information call 812-438-4064
or
visit http://www.risingsunsoapcompany.com

Our hotel currently offers:

• 5 single rooms (sleeps 2)
  4 are on the first floor, 1 with river view
  1 is on the second floor, with a river views

Rates per night :  Riverview – $80 / $89.60 with tax
Non riverview – $65 / $72.80 with tax

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1 two bedroom suite

• Sleeps 4
• Second floor
• Riverview
• includes a full kitchen and private bath

$150/night ($168 w/ tax)

For reservations call
1-800-313-1996 or 1-812-438-4064

Each room has it’s own private bath and roll away beds are available.

We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express & Traveler’s Checks

For your convenience:

• We remind our guests that Ohio county observes Eastern Daylight Savings Time
• We are open year round
• Check in time is 2 pm – 6 pm or by arrangement
• Check out time is noon
• Rates are based on double occupancy and are subject to 7% IN Sales Tax and 5% Ohio County Innkeepers Tax
• Inquire about our Frequent Guest Program
• Children are welcome with parental responsibility for safety and conduct

Room #6  Riverview Suites named Fulton

John Fulton (uncle to Robert Fulton) traveled from Lancaster, Pennsylvania in 1798.  He was the first person to build a log cabin along the Ohio River which is now known as Front Street.  In order to trade for supplies he would travel three days one way to Lexington, Kentucky.

$150 a night ($168 with tax)

Suite

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Room #5 Riverview named John James

John James traveled by stagecoach with his family in May of 1807  to the Northwest territories.  In 1811 he purchased over one thousand acres along the Ohio River.  He became the proprietor, surveyor, and founder of the region.  He encouraged others to settle in the region and developed a strategic plan for the town now called Rising Sun.

Room 5 – Riverview

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Room #4 Non-riverview named J.W. Whitlock

In 1907 J.W. (Row) Whitlock developed a boat with the ability to travel 23 – 25 mph.  That same boat won the championship for the Midwest and became famous coast to coast.  He built two boats that achieved a round trip between Cincinnati and Louisville. The trip was 267 miles and was completed in 267 minutes and 49 seconds.

Room 4 – Non Riverview

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Room #3 Non-riverview named Dr. Mathias Haines

Dr. Mathias Haines was born in Raymond, New Hampshire on December 30, 1786.  Growing up he stayed busy during the summer months assisting his father on the farm and during the winter months he attended common school.  By his own efforts he studied medicine under Dr. Sheed.  In 1816 he and his twin brother traveled by horseback to Rising Sun and set up a medical practice.  He was instrumental in advancing education in the community and building a house to be used for an academy.

Room 3 – Non Riverview

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Room #2 Non-riverview named Colonel Abel Pepper

Colonel Abel Pepper was born in Virginia in 1778.  He was a soldier in the war of 1812 and  immigrated to Indiana territory in 1815 where he became colonel and commissioner of Dearborn County.  As he continued his military career he became a resident of Rising Sun.  He was a devoted member of the Masonic Fraternity and died in Rising Sun March 20, 1860.

Room 2 – Non Riverview

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Room #1 Riverview named Dillon “Jimmy” Dorrell.

Dillon “Jimmy” Dorrell was born July 1, 1910 in a small village of Aberdeen located in eastern Ohio.  He was a graduate of Rising Sun High School and returned to Rising Sun with a teaching degree from the University of Cincinnati.  He taught for 35 years and was also a major contributor to the Ohio County Historical Society.  He was very instrumental in discovering, cataloging and maintaining historical documents and cemeteries of Ohio County.

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Introducing Stay and Play Deal Package

We are partnering with Dagaz Acres Zipline Adventures to offer the Play and Stay Package.  This amazing deal is available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, the package includes 2 Zipline tickets and a one night stay a (a $210 value) all for $100!!

For more information call

1-800-313-1996 or 1-812-438-4064

or visit http://www.dagazacres.com/

The historic Empire House Hotel is located along the banks of the Ohio River, and offers guests a unique respite form the hustle and bustle of everyday life by blending historic charm with modern convenience. 

 Enjoy a relaxing, comfortable stay in one of our tasteful rooms or suites.  All are equipped with private baths, cables television, heat and AC, private entrances and and all of the modern amenities you’ve come to expect.  Don’t forget to inquire about our river view rooms which offer a spectacular, unobstructed view of the beautiful Ohio River.

We are within walking distance of the Rising Star Casino, and the Main Street shops which offer antiques, unique gifts, artisans, craftsmen and lots more…

However you choose to spend your free time, we’re sure you’ll appreciate the pleasant atmosphere which surrounds the rich river history of the Empire House.

Rates per night :  Riverview – $80 / $89.60 with tax
Non riverview – $65 / $72.80 with tax

For reservations call
1-800-313-1996 or 1-812-438-4064

We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express & Traveler’s Check