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Big Meadows Lodge

3.0 star property
Comfortable eco-certified hotel near Dark Hollow Falls

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Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Front of property - evening/night
Bed sheets
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
The price is $147
$170 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17

Explore the area

Map
Mile 51.2 Skyline Drive, Luray, VA, 22835
  • Popular LocationRose River Falls4 min drive
  • Popular LocationDark Hollow Falls11 min drive
  • Popular LocationSkyland24 min drive
  • AirportWashington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)114 min drive
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Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

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

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Bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.1/10 Wonderful

Highlights

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

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Bed sheets

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

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

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$180 total
includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Luray

Located in Luray, Big Meadows Lodge is in the mountains and in a national park. While the natural beauty of Rose River Falls and Dark Hollow Falls can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Wisteria Farm and Vineyard. Stony Man and Skyland are two other places to visit that come recommended. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails, horse riding, and rock climbing.
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What's nearby

  • Rose River Falls - 4 min drive
  • Dark Hollow Falls - 11 min drive
  • Stony Man - 21 min drive
  • Skyland - 24 min drive
  • Shenandoah - 51 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ciro's Pizza - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Big Meadows Wayside - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Big Meadows Lodge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hawksbill Diner - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Pollock Dining Room at Skyland - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Big Meadows Lodge

Eco-certified hotel near Dark Hollow Falls
Located close to Rose River Falls, Big Meadows Lodge provides a fireplace in the lobby, a bar, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and smoke-free premises
  • A water dispenser, wedding services, and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews say good things about the dining options, helpful staff, and location
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Recycling, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

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 for a fee: USD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • New Market Taproom
  • Spottswood Dining Room

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

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

More

  • 11 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1939
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 12 and April 24.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

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

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Big Meadows Lodge Hotel
Big Meadows Lodge Hotel Luray
Big Meadows Lodge Luray
Big Meadows Luray
Big Meadows Lodge Hotel
Big Meadows Lodge Luray
Big Meadows Lodge Hotel Luray

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Meadows Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of Jun 10, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Meadows Lodge on Jun 16, 2024 start from $147.49, 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.

How much is parking at Big Meadows Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Big Meadows Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Big Meadows Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Big Meadows Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this eco-certified hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Dark Hollow Falls and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Rose River Falls. Wisteria Farm and Vineyard and Stony Man are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

7.4

Good

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Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 535 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 535 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Loring, Hubbardston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Rustic. Just what you would expect in the location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Charlton, Greenbrae

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The bed cover was very dirty
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Terry

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was a big storm and we lost electricity with no estimated time to be fixed. We had to go in to a town hotel because my husband has to have his cpap machine. The food prices were sky high like $22 for chicken strips with fries. By 3 days later there still was no electricity even in the visitor center.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

JUDI

Traveled with partner
I knew this was going to be rustic. It's a cabin in the woods, but I still was hoping for something a little cleaner. The only way to get ventilation was to open the windows. There were screens on the windows but one of the screens was not tight against the frame so there was a nice space for bugs to enter. We did not open that window. The window sills were full of bugs and cobwebs. There was also a dead caterpillar on the bathroom floor.! Very thick and so white. Beds were just ok. The shower was small, which I could accept due to the cabin layout, but there was supposed to be a shut off valve on the shower head. It didn't work.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

DONALD

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately, Skyland is rundown and dirty with dust and dirt on the bedroom floors and peeling paint. Paying almost $200.00 per night (with taxes) should enable one to at least enjoy a clean room and better food options that reflect the area. There should also be an expectation that the staff are educated about the birds and wildlife in the area. Case in point - there was a nest just outside the main office door. When I asked the front desk clerk what type of birds were in it, she simply said, "I have no idea" and made no attempt to find out. We were very disappointed. Fortunately, the trails and the scenery remain sacred. Delaware North, the current management company, should be ashamed and held accountable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dennis

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lost electrical power. For a long time. Had to leave. Very little info. Waiting for info took forever. Prices for food was ridiculous.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jingjing

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It would be great if there were more food options on the menu.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good experience at a national treasure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Dipen Kumar

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area and views from balcony are unique! Rest are in such a shape that after 2 days of being in so much beautiful place, I wonder if the stay was worthy! Room door lock does not work (literally had to struggle everytime), bathroom lock the same! Had an empty shower gel container. No napkins, no WiFi (so if u r not a 8pm go to bed person u r stuck with 12 tv channels). Food was good but service was terrible (first day dinner was quite good, second day it seemed the waitress did not want to serve). Waited 40 mins for food - and it’s ok dining restaurant. Anywho, now come to front desk, no ones is ever there. Waited 10-15mims to get some shower gel and coffee pods, could not find anyone the three times I went there in two days. But hey the property literally is in the middle of heaven. So ….
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Terry

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price we paid we could have camped out way cheaper. There was a dead mouse somewhere which was unappealing to say the least. There was no hot water. And no electricity during the day. If the management knew ahead of time about the power outages they should have at least offered some sort of discount for the price of the stay. On the plus side the service and food in the main lodge was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belladatta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Naoki

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Victoria, Rockville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The area was absolutely beautiful! Lodging was very cozy but the tub needed to be drained, it continually backed up.)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlene, Virginia Beach

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying in the national park. Big Meadows is easy to walk to restaurant and tap room. The rooms are comfortable in the lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Delicious plentiful food, all staff friendly
The food was excellent--well prepared, surprisingly large quantities and a good selection of options. Unfortunately, the main dining room was quite cool in the evening which meant that I did not enjoy the meal as much as I could have. I noted that the overhead fans were going full force and there was no fire in the fireplace while the outside temperatures were dropping into the 50's and 40's rapidly. Staff in the dining hall and check in were friendly and efficient--a real plus.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Holly

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
always wonderful
Nice room, but there was only one chair with plenty of space to put in another chair.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ruth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All a cabin kind of
Very nice view, clean room, beds a little hard and uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Germantown

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ethan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Even though it rained nonstop, we enjoyed ourselves. Our room was clean, large, comfortable, and had a great balcony (that we still used, even with the rain). The dining options at the main lodge served really great food! Great beer selection too. We want to come back again.....when it's sunny and dry!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Nice Bathroom & Comfortable Beds
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
3.0