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Big Meadows Lodge

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Dark Hollow Falls

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A cozy, well-lit shop with large windows and a welcoming entrance.
Two people dining at an outdoor table with a scenic view.
A large hall with wooden tables and chairs, stone walls, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a view of the outside.
A spacious room with wooden beams, a sofa, chairs, and a view through large windows.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Mile 51.2 Skyline Drive, Luray, VA, 22835
  • Place, Shenandoah National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Harry F. Byrd Sr. Visitor Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Luray Caverns
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

A room with two beds, wooden walls, and a framed picture on the wall.

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(22 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

A room with two beds, wooden walls, and a framed picture on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a sofa, a desk with a chair, and a view of trees through the window.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Pet Friendly Traditional- Two Doubles

  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Preferred Room - Two Queen Beds

  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

DOUBLE DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

Luray

In Luray .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Luray hotel, you'll find Dark Hollow Falls and Rose River Falls. Wisteria Farm and Vineyard is within 9 miles (15 km) and Stony Man is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Shenandoah National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Harry F. Byrd Sr. Visitor Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Stony Man - 27 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Massanutten Water Park - 43 min drive - 53.3 km
  • Luray Caverns - 52 min drive - 58.9 km

Getting around

  • Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ciro's Pizza - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Hawksbill Diner - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Big Meadows Lodge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪New Market Tap Room - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Spottswood Dining Room - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Big Meadows Lodge

3-star hotel near Dark Hollow Falls
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Gift shops/newsstands, tour/ticket assistance, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at Big Meadows Lodge. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Luray hotel is smoke free.

  • 97 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 11 buildings
  • Built in 1939
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Big Meadows Lodge offers 97 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Private wine tours

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 11.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 11.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Big Meadows Lodge to the airport?

Big Meadows Lodge is 37.7 mi (60-min drive) away from the Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Meadows Lodge?

As of Aug 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Meadows Lodge on Aug 30, 2026 start from CA $180, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Big Meadows Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Big Meadows Lodge.

Does Big Meadows Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Big Meadows Lodge, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 10 and 30 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Big Meadows Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Big Meadows Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Big Meadows Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Big Meadows Lodge have a pool?

Big Meadows Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Big Meadows Lodge have a restaurant?

Big Meadows Lodge is home to Spottswood Dining Room, which features American cuisine.

Does Big Meadows Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Big Meadows Lodge to downtown Luray?

Big Meadows Lodge is 0.6 mi away from Big Meadows.

Big Meadows Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 330 out of 903 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 903 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 903 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 903 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 903 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pet freindly and area.was awesome with views
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love th
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patricia L

Disliked: Amenities
Can't beat the location and the view. The food in the dining room was good, if a bit salty, but service there was very slow. Kitchen had trouble getting everything out hot. Great easy to moderate hiking nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, fabulous location, and clean, comfortable lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gwen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
For a national park accommodations it was better than some, worse than others. Mattresses lumpy, very loud bathroom exhaust fan, yet did actually have a TV, with 12 channels and a mini refrigerator. Multiple dead bugs in the room on the floor and a few live lightening bugs, but this is in a park setting.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice trip. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Updates to the rooms mainly the curtains. Able to see areas through the curtains as well as off the tracks.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thilagar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun place to stay. Beautiful scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable, and we loved the view from our balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great national park lodge
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wish we could have stayed longer!
What a view and great stargazing.so lovely
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

taranjeet

Wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nobody seemed excited about their job in the restaurant. It was expensive and that would’ve been ok if the food and experience matched the price but it just didn’t. Also the Hawskill lodge needs a new hvac system. The windows make a horrible way to cool a hot room without a fan.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Great location and restaurant was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anshum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying inside National Parks are always beneficial and the cabin lodges here are clean and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Candy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place to stay. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Dining was reasonably priced, short hikes nearby, and fun to watch deer in evening.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location for many hikes! The property was built I think about 60years ago, but for hiking and camping resort, it is great!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wil definitely stay again in the future
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Great location along Skyline Drive. Had a wonderful dinner in the dining room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been here several times and it's always wonderful. On the surface, it's a nicely appointed motor lodge or cabin, but it's the whole situation that makes it incredibly special. Big Meadows sits on the edge of a mountain, with a view into the Shenandoah Valley. There is a restaurant with a stunning view right from the dining room, a grill, and pub, all of which have different food, and you can walk out right from there on a number of hikes. A quick drive along Skyline Drive will bring you to several other iconic hikes of all difficulty levels, and many excellent views right from the road. Watching the fog roll up the mountains and through the trees around the lodge is magical. The one thing to be aware of is that the bathrooms are pretty basic and the water pressure is meh. But the ambiance and location can't be beat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mukesh

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quite place, sunset point is very close by or you see sunset from lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our one night stay! Room was clean, view was fantastic, and restaurant was pretty good. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views tap room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Krzysztof

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. You can eat breakfast and dinner in the reastaurant. Rooms are small but comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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