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Big Meadows Lodge

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Dark Hollow Falls

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

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Mile 51.2 Skyline Drive, Luray, VA, 22835
  • Place, Harry F. Byrd Sr. Visitor Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dark Hollow Falls
    ‪28 min walk‬
  • Place, Luray Caverns
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

Bed sheets

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

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

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Bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Luray

Dark Hollow Falls is within a mile (2 km) of Big Meadows Lodge, and other popular attractions like Rose River Falls are within a few miles (5 km). This 97-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Harry F. Byrd Sr. Visitor Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Stony Man - 25 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Thorton Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 35 min drive - 22.8 miles
  • Massanutten Water Park - 45 min drive - 32.4 miles
  • Luray Caverns - 48 min drive - 34.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Big Meadows Lodge

Hotel with free parking, near Dark Hollow Falls
Guests of Big Meadows Lodge enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a water dispenser. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Friendly staff can provide tour or ticket assistance, and also offer advice about sightseeing. Additional amenities include a fireplace in the lobby, a banquet hall, and a gift shop.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Front of property - evening/night
Skyland
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 1,015 reviews
$221 nightly
The price is $254
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Total with taxes and fees
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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

Restaurants on site

  • New Market Taproom
  • Spottswood Dining Room

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Private wine tours

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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking. There's also a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Big Meadows Lodge Hotel Luray
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Big Meadows Lodge?

Big Meadows Lodge provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around Big Meadows Lodge?

This hotel is located in Luray, just steps from Harry F. Byrd Sr. Visitor Center. You'll also find Dark Hollow Falls and Rose River Falls within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Big Meadows Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking, free RV/bus/truck parking, and electric car charging are also available.

Does Big Meadows Lodge include a casino?

No, Big Meadows Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Big Meadows Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Big Meadows Lodge?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar, a restaurant, and private winery tours.

Are there hot tubs at Big Meadows Lodge?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Big Meadows Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Big Meadows Lodge serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Spottswood Dining Room.

Does Big Meadows Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Big Meadows Lodge for a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Big Meadows Lodge?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Big Meadows Lodge?

The closest major airport to Big Meadows Lodge is Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO), which is about 26.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Big Meadows Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Big Meadows Lodge.

Does Big Meadows Lodge offer wedding services?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Big Meadows Lodge if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Big Meadows Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 284 out of 811 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 811 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 811 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 811 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 811 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

FRANCOIS

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHIVAPRASAD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Check in was delayed by 45 min - lots of ppl waiting to get into their rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mountain views and quick access to hiking trails. Having dining options on location was a big plus as was the ability to have your dog with you! Food was a little hit or miss but I had an excellent trout dinner and a burger for lunch, both outstanding. My husband had the cobb salad at lunch which was also very good. The rooms were clean but a bit dated, which was as expected at an historic lodge.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

Our brief stay

Very convenient place to stay. Options for food.Rooms very pleasant. Everything was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith, Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful location. Nice dinner. Good hikes
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was just perfect. Great bed, great restaurant, incredible scenery!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle, Honolulu

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Perfect for a weekend get away! Friendly staff. On site restaurant was perfect. The menu really accommodates everyone and the servings size is huge!! We booked two rooms. One room was on the ground floor where the air conditioner from above leaked down making it impossible to sit on the 'porch' area in front of the room. It was not in front of thr door so only a minor inconvenience. The beds were too soft in one room and too hard in the other (probably should have swapped rooms with our friends). All in all, would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with family

Awesome Place

Food is really good, the hostess Amanda was amazing. My daughter just recently started a gluten free diet. We asked if they had any bread that was gluten free, she said yes we do and went to back and came out with it and jam. No charge, i couldnt believe it. Place was awesome, we will be going back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

The description on Expedia is not accurate. Traditional room means no AC or TV. Not a big deal unless its 100 put and humid in mid summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Lodging very old- need new facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
What do you get for a King Size ($239) Room? First of all, you get a surprise: we were never forewarned about the $30 National Park entrance fee. (Not all national parks have fees). Room had an expired fire extinguisher (over a year!). 3 screws were sticking up on threshold. Total safety hazard. Ceiling has water damage San Quentin style bathroom (broken sink light, holes in the concrete walls, no hot water, broken shower spout, no arrows for water temp) Unreliable Wi-Fi in the rooms Nightlight from Wi-Fi glare Bad outlets: several did not work. TV with no directions how to work Ants and cockroaches Wet fire wood, no matches, no kindling, broken fire tools (swiveling poker handle) Humming refrigerator 5 sets of towels for a double occupancy No bottled water in rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting. Beautiful grounds and well maintained. Clean room. Comfortable bed. Clean guest laundry. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Violet

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

10/10 Excellent

Sharvil

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with beautiful views!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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