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Big Meadows Lodge

3.0 star property
Mountain hotel with restaurant, near Dark Hollow Falls

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Relax in this cozy cabin-style retreat, featuring a comfortable sofa set, wooden rocking chairs, and a coffee table.
Enjoy a meal with a view at this outdoor dining area, where a round table is set with plates of grilled meats, fries, and sandwiches.
Step into this charming boutique shop, featuring a traditional pitched roof and inviting entrance.
Two single beds with matching headboards and footboards, adorned with decorative pillows, are set against a backdrop of traditional wooden paneling.
Enjoy meals in this beautifully appointed dining hall with wooden tables and chairs, set with placemats and napkins.
Perched near Rose River Falls, Big Meadows Lodge offers a charming getaway with live concerts, a cozy fireplace in the lobby, and an on-site restaurant serving up American cuisine. With helpful staff nearby and free WiFi to stay connected, you can unwind with a drink from the bar or take advantage of daily housekeeping.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pet-friendly

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Reception fireplace
  • Water dispenser
  • Meeting room
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Wedding services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free self-parking
  • Children's menu
The current price is $135
$156 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept

Room options

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Relax in this serene room with a large bed, desk, and balcony overlooking the trees.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Cozy retreat with two single beds, each with a matching headboard and bear-patterned bedding.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

Cozy retreat with two single beds, each with a matching headboard and bear-patterned bedding.

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
Mile 51.2 Skyline Drive, Luray, VA, 22835

What's nearby

  • Harry F. Byrd Sr. Visitor Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Stony Man - 30 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Thorton Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 45 min drive - 36.7 km
  • Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - 52 min drive - 45.6 km
  • Luray Caverns - 60 min drive - 56.0 km

Getting around

  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 60 min drive
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 67 min drive
  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ciro's Pizza - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Big Meadows Wayside - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪China Chef - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Hawksbill Diner - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Pollock Dining Room at Skyland - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Big Meadows Lodge

Enjoy your visit to Luray with a stay at Big Meadows Lodge. The pub is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Spottswood Dining Room, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 97 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • The host will greet guests on arrival
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • 11 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1939
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Water dispenser
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Well-lit path to entrance
ROOM

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Recycling
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Special features

Dining

Spottswood Dining Room – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
New Market Taproom – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 30 per person

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 12 November and 24 April.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 11.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Big Meadows Lodge Hotel
Big Meadows Lodge Hotel Luray
Big Meadows Lodge Luray
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Big Meadows Lodge Hotel
Big Meadows Lodge Luray
Big Meadows Lodge Hotel Luray
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Frequently asked questions

Is Big Meadows Lodge currently open?

The property is closed between 12 November and 24 April.

Does Big Meadows Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Big Meadows Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Big Meadows Lodge?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Big Meadows Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking and electric car charging are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Big Meadows Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Big Meadows Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking, horse riding and rock climbing.

Are there restaurants at or near Big Meadows Lodge?

Yes, Spottswood Dining Room offers American cuisine.

What's the area around Big Meadows Lodge like?

Big Meadows Lodge is located a short 2-minute walk from Harry F. Byrd Sr. Visitor Center. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Big Meadows Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful property with beautiful views!
Sharvil, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great value in an wonderful environment
Steve, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Traditional American lodging at its finest!
Gerald, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very convenient place to stay. Not the most updated but clean and quiet. Food was good and again, convenient. Friendly staff and lovely views. Close to the ranger station and easy to go see the stars over Big Meadows at night.
Elisabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We really enjoyed our one night stay! Room was clean, view was fantastic, and restaurant was pretty good. Would stay again!
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Was a little skeptical based on other reviews, but the room was nice, clean, good AC, good running water. Beds were comfortable. A great stay in the heart of the national park.
Georgian, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful setting. Beautiful grounds and well maintained. Clean room. Comfortable bed. Clean guest laundry. Highly recommend.
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Enjoyed the area overall. Able to walk our pet throughout the area and it was very nice. The Skyline view was spectacular!!
Sheila, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Basic bit old. Perfect location
Reinder, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Wonderful getaway! Nice porch with amazing view! Near hiking and shops. Restaurant is expensive for lackluster offerings
Kellie, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful surroundings, peaceful. Gorgeous sunset
Christy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very pleasant experience and good was excellent
Carrie, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Super friendly staff. Just what we expected it to be. Rustic comfort.
Rhonda, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

It was pleasure
M, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very comfortable accomodations, great food, and fantastic staff. Just what we needed! A perfect weekend getaway!
Iyanna, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

amazing
Paula, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Room is clean and comfortable
Jingran, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Rooms were clean, big, and had all the amenities we needed. Looking forward to coming back!
Scott, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Wonderful helpful young lady in the lodge giftshop, Makailya. Very friendly and had slot of advice about the hiking in the area.
Deanna, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Room was clean , area quiet. Small seating area outside room but view not as nice as it was several years ago since the trees have grown so much . Bed comfortable. Able to control room temperature. Mini fridge and coffee maker appreciated
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Kathleen, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Fun rustic old lodges. Decent bar. Excellent dining room. Nice trail to sunset view
Margaret, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

You don't need to visit multiple overlooks in the skyline drive if you stay here. Easy 5 min hike of Black Rock trail on premise will be sufficient. It truly was a hidden gem for fantastic view! There was no air conditioner but a portable fan in my room. It wasn't super hot in July but a ceiling fan would have been nice.
Jun, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good mountain view. The room has AC. But honestly. In this area. AC is not necessary.
Yulai, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful!
Jennifer, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The lodge is situated in an incredibly beautiful location. The views are breathtaking and nature/wildlife is all around. It is a rustic setting, but the facilities were well maintained and the staff with friendly and very helpful.
Charles, 1-night trip