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Big Meadows Lodge

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

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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

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Lobby 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
  • Kids' menu

Room options

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Bed sheets

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

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

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Bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Mile 51.2 Skyline Drive, Luray, VA, 22835

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 - 25 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Thorton Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 35 min drive - 36.7 km
  • Luray Caverns - 48 min drive - 56.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Meadows Wayside - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pollock Dining Room @ Skyland Resort - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Hawksbill Diner - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Ciro's Pizza - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Big Meadows Lodge - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Big Meadows Lodge

Big Meadows Lodge puts you within a 15-minute drive of Rose River Falls and Dark Hollow Falls. The pub is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out 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 travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 97 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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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
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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
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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
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Pets

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

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

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

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Private winery tours
  • 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 lobby
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Water dispenser
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Recycling

Special features

Dining

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

Fees & policies

Optional extras

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

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 21 2026 to May 4 2026 (dates subject to change).

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, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
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
Big Meadows Luray
Big Meadows Lodge Hotel
Big Meadows Lodge Luray
Big Meadows Lodge Hotel Luray

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Meadows Lodge currently open?

This property is closed from January 21 2026 to May 4 2026 (dates subject to change).

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 to 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 RV/bus/truck parking and electric vehicle 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 like hiking, horseback 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. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Big Meadows Lodge Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Location
Food
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Restaurant
Service staff
Bathroom
Parks
National parks
Shower

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and comfortable, and we loved the view from our balcony.
Nicole, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and view
Ariel, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great staff. You can eat breakfast and dinner in the reastaurant. Rooms are small but comfy.
Krzysztof, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The location of Big Meadows was a perfect fit for us since our itinerary revolved around Shenandoah for the weekend. The room was cozy however the water pressure in the bathroom was quite low. Dining in the restaurant was taking too long, we waited 20-40 mins for a table, waited another 20 mins for 2 main course and waited another 10-15 mins to settle payment.
Elvina, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Room had so noisy air conditioning. It made me hard to sleeping.and waffles internet so wicked..room so old.
Lan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

great
Xutong, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff and everyone was incredibly helpful, the food in the dining room was delicious for all 3 meals, our room was cozy and comfortable, a great stay all around. Only complaint is the small shower head, but that’s ok, it was still an amazing stay, and I will definitely be returning in the future.
Zachary, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

the room was quaint, clean, small. the staff was courteous
Terri, 1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

the room was clean but the bed was uncomfortable and the shower was horrible. The air conditioner was super loud and made loud clanking noises when it turned off and on. The room itself would have been what I expected if i was paying $80 a night for the room but not for the 300-400 they are asking per night. i would literally never stay here again.
Becky, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The location is excellent and while the staff was friendly and the rooms clean, it is fairly expensive and the facility is old and the food is serviceable but certainly not great.
Trueman, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

I thought the room was adequate but small. Staff at desk not very pleasant. Food and drink was a bit expensive.
JoAnn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We love Shenandoah National Park and Big Meadows. We like the convenience of staying in the park. The lodge is very dog friendly which is nice since we travel with the dog. We have never visited this late in the season, so we didn’t hike. The visitor center was closed due to government shut down. I would classify the lodge as rustic. Room was comfortable.
View from our room balcony
Mike, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice trip. We enjoyed our stay
Karen, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

We liked the rustic feeling. No TV, No microwave, No Fridge, No internet, just peace and quiet. Easy to get to. Deer all around area to watch. We got there and they said restaurant was closed because of power issues. So we did go downstairs to the Tap Room to eat.
Dennis, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Spotswood Dining room closed due power outage.
HARRY, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

YOUR COMPANY BOOKED THE WRONG DAY FORVUS AT BIG MEADOWS LODGE SHENENDOHA NP. WE WILL NEVER USE YOUR COMPANY AGAIN AND WE WILL SPREAD WHAT HAPPENED TO US ALL OVER THE WEB UNLESS YOU REFUND OUR MONEY ASAP! YHERE ARE 2 WITNESSES THAT WE BOOKED 10/20/25 NOT10/20/25!!!
John H, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great room, great food, and excellent staff. Prices were VERY high, but it’s one of the only options.
Mark, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Inside the park
Mary Dell, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay at Big Meadows Lodge in Shenandoah National Park. The lodge has a cozy, welcoming atmosphere, and our room was clean and comfortable. A couple of areas could be improved: (1) better sound insulation between rooms, as we could hear noise from neighboring guests (TVs, conversations, etc.), and (2) quicker service in the restaurant. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would happily return!
Shayna, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Within park, beautiful location but hotel is terrible. Very old, dirty outdated not worth price of rooms. Terrible front desk service. Bar had good service and ok good but overpriced.
STEVEN, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The location was remote and quiet. It was also very pet friendly, but the cabin could really use a deep cleaning because the floors were filthy.
Endrhis, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location for many hikes! The property was built I think about 60years ago, but for hiking and camping resort, it is great!
Chris, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Right in the middle of the park. Wonderful location. Rooms perfect - particularly as there is no TV.
Philip, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Cute cabin. Very overpriced.
Phil, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Seul désir est le manque d’insonorité des chambres, sinon tout est parfait
Laurence, 2-night trip