We had such a special stay at The Wayside Inn. From the moment you arrive, you can truly feel the…read morehistory! It's charming, cozy, and full of character in a way that's hard to find anymore. We stayed in Room 15, the Bernstein Suite, and it was incredibly spacious. The bed was so comfortable, and I loved the thoughtful details -- especially the cute vanity room with amazing natural light and the cozy seating area. The decor throughout the inn and in the room really stood out to me and was easily my favorite part of the stay. It felt like such a unique blend of historic charm and comfort. This stay was extra special for us as it was part of our 10-year anniversary trip while driving to New York City, and it ended up being the perfect halfway stop to break up the drive. It made the whole trip feel even more memorable. We also dined at Clem's Kitchen during our stay, and the food was great. (I'm gluten free and there were plenty of options!) I really appreciated that it's part of the inn, which made the overall experience feel seamless and convenient. Overall, it's the kind of place where you can slow down, soak in the atmosphere, and enjoy something truly special. I would absolutely recommend staying here if you're in the Shenandoah Valley area.

Charming Place, Comfortable Stay…read more We enjoy stays at both chains and independent hotels/motels, just do a lot of research to ensure a solid, restful stay at either. This piqued our interest as the longest continuously run motel and it lived up to expectations of being charmingly quirky while also very comfortable -- plus, proving to be easy to access as a quick pit stop. Spouse & I agreed when checking out that we wished we were staying longer, to get to enjoy the surprisingly spacious sitting room and glassed-in porch -- we stayed in room #15 / Bernstein and recommend it to both couples and small families. The bed was cushy and my husband slept later than his norm, always a good sign for bed comfort. It is higher than average, so I took advantage of the provided step to hop in/out. Because the tavern is onsite, there were additional bathrooms handy downstairs when ours was occupied. As noted in our welcome sheet, water took a few minutes to warm up. So if showering and in a rush, run it first for 3-5 minutes while doing other prep. But hot water arrives and pressure was excellent. The rooms were spotless, though of course tiles and other fixtures are vintage and show age -- it's a historic landmark. We also wish we could have stayed longer to take advantage of the porch rockers and both the tavern or (intriguingly combined) Irish-Mexican restaurant on premises. There appears to be patio seating in back, so ask if it's associated with hotel or dining, if looking for other outdoor space. Indoors, there are public spaces (two parlors plus other spots -- it's a rambling building!) with books and a checkerboard handy. Maybe more amenities but we ran out of time to explore. It's not a B&B -- there's just a stocked Keurig in the lobby and some packaged snacks and bottled water (free but donations welcomed). But if the Tavern is closed, as it was on our Memorial Dat visit, there's a small coffee shop just a half-block away, serving breakfast late as well as some sandwiches and bowls, plus good teas & coffees. Incredibly friendly staff. Looked like a few other dining options nearby plus historic sites and walking trails. We arrived very late, and management is not onsite at that hour, but instructions for arrival were provided, comprehensive and very easy to follow. Staff on site in am were very pleasant and helpful. Tip: If arriving late & lugging a ton of luggage, ask which rooms are closest to the late-night entrance. Number 15 is on the far side and up a flight of stairs -- fine for us with just overnight totes & computer bags but just something to keep in mind if you have a lot to unload. Overall, an enthusiastic thumbs-up. It looks like it would be a fun, relaxing hub for a weekend escape. But also great as a highway stop, as it is just a few minutes' drive from the exit.

Joan and Kathy are the best, and treated us as if we were family. They were always available for…read moreany request. Accomodations were excellent and well-kept. Clean and spotless. Happy hour was fun especially if there are other guests. Sitting at their little bar or sitting on the grand front porch just chilling is great. And their breakfasts are amazing and made fresh. Each morning is something different. If you eat it all, there is no room for lunch. My wife and I travel the world, and this is one of the most charming, relaxing, and accomodating places we have stayed. Downtown Front Royal with all of its eateries is within walking distance. The view of the mountains and the Shenandoah National Park are amazing. I recommend Woodward Hosue for anyone visiting Front Royal or the Shenandoah National Park. Michael H. Richmond, VA

This is an older establishment, very decorated, in town, with offstreet parking. We had a great…read morebreakfast, maybe even a little too much. The hosts were wonderful to chat with. The room had lots of space, with a large bed, separate sitting and TV area, and a small refrigerator in the room. It was a little tight in the bathroom. There are alot of collectables throughout the house. The common bar on the first floor had complimentary drinks, with fresh baked cookies and some snacks in the room. There were also sweets scattered through the home. If you find the bed is too high, look under the bed for a stepstool. We were given bath salts as a gift when we left.

We had a great one-night stay at the Double Tree. Room 207 was fine, well appointed. The one oddity…read morewas when we returned later in the evening, the inside door stop had somehow been engaged and we could not open the door. We asked the front desk guy about it and apparently, it's not a new occurrence. We watched him Jerry rig a shoelace and butter knife to open the door, which was a little disconcerting. Overall though, it was a good stay.

I have stayed at hotels for the last two weeks, and this one is by far the nicest in terms of bang…read morefor your buck. The only downside is that the parking lot can use a little more Iight, but it's set back off from the main road so you don't feel unsafe. The employees here are all very nice, and I noticed they treat everybody here the same irregardless of how somebody is dressed. I came in hot and grubby off of a long motorcycle ride and was met with the same enthusiasm as they showed the guys in front of me who were dressed in expensive suits. The lobby is very nicely put together,and this theme flows through the entire hotel, from the hallways to the rooms. Everything feels fresh, up to date and well maintained. I have no idea how old this hotel is, but it doesn't show any signs of disrepair or neglect. I would stay here again without hesitation.

Moldy and dirty for the price, remote batteries were dead and desk wouldn't replace them.read more

There's black mold in the bathroom, that looks like somebody painted over but it's starting to…read moreseep through the paint. Also the remote for the TV doesn't work, and the front desk is completely useless. It may seem I like small things, but when you pay $200 a night for a hotel room you expect things like this to work.

The Gallery was mostly nice, but we had a disappointing experience due to inaccurate information on…read morethe Inn's website. The website has a whole page talking about how the Inn at Vaucluse Spring has "the best breakfast in Virginia." My wife saw this and it was a major reason she asked me to make a reservation. But I didn't know this when I made the reservation and hadn't seen the website. So when I called and the owner told me that the breakfast would be delivered in the room, I didn't think think anything of it. As it turned out, the "breakfast" was a collection of thoroughly mediocre food picked up at the grocery store--yogurt, bagels, orange juice. The yogurt wasn't event especially fancy. As a result, my wife was disappointed. The host did offer to give us a discount on our stay to compensate for the disappointing breakfast. But he refuses to change the misleading information on his website. To this day, the website brags, falsely, about having "the best breakfast in Virginia," creating the likelihood that other customers will be misled in the future. I could understand if it was still May 2020 and they just hadn't had time to make the change. But the pandemic has been underway for almost a year at this point. It could easily go for another year. And I think it's unethical for a business to knowingly publish inaccurate information on its website.

My husband and I stayed here for two nights. We were amazed by the delicious food each morning and…read morehow clean the place was. There wasn't a speck of dust anywhere, no joke, it was spotless, even under the bed was dust free, attention to detail like this really impressed us. Aside from the delicious food, the property is very tranquil and relaxing. They are located on over 100 acres and have several different properties to choose for your stay, we stayed in the manor house and we're glad we did. The manor house has a back porch with rocking chairs, it was perfect to sip lemonade and eat cookies (they offer mid-afternoon snacks too). I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a weekend getaway in Virginia (its about an hour and 20 minutes outside DC area).

Pembroke Springs Retreat is a very beautiful place to spend a couple days -- a wonderful, relaxing…read moreand comfortable break from everyday life. I held a memorial for my ex-husband, attended by our daughters, their families and close friends who were neighbors of ours for years when our kids were young. Each of the 5 upstairs bedrooms accommodates 2 guests (more if futons added) and has a private bathroom and door to the balcony. The kitchen is amazing. You can bring in food or cook. There are also large living and dining rooms. You can walk on paths on the 175 acres and enjoy the 2 Japanese oak baths on the lower level. I couldn't have found a nicer place to share memories and spend time with those close to me and my ex. We sang, cried, enjoyed the baths and shared meals and memories.

This place is a great place to just let your day-to-day stresses go…read more It was an amazing stay. Because of COVID, Pembroke Springs is no longer a B&B. They are now a vacation house rental; only one group can occupy the house at a time. We were a group of four who visited Pembroke Springs Retreat in the middle of August. Because we were the only group in the house, we took full advantage of the baths. There's nothing more relaxing than a full soak in the warm, mineral-rich waters. They offer one meal per day if you rent all five rooms; we only rented three rooms. But that gave us access to their amazing kitchen. They have fresh mountain water which tasted smoother than any city water and made incredible green tea and coffee. On checking in, we spoke to Lisa over the phone who was very helpful and friendly. Because of COVID, everything was over the phone. But Lisa answered any questions we had immediately. We were also happy to meet some of the dogs. :D

When I stepped into the bathroom, I was delighted to see the curved shower curtain. Then, I noticed…read morethe offset shower control valve. Hilton actually cares about its guests. Thank you Hilton.

Nilly at the front desk greeted us with a smile and gave us a great room on the fourth floor…read more(opposite the Interstate, traffic noise could be a problem). Room was clean and well kept. The newly renovated fitness center and pool were perfect! The usual complementary breakfast and 24 hour coffee is always nice. Close to the Interstate but not restaurants within walking distance. A short 10 minute drive and your are in town with everything. Plenty of gas stations to refuel.

Be warned that this place is lovely, but it's quite lovely and comfortable for a visit to…read moreWashington, VA. We didn't arrive until about 10pm and had to leave about 9am the next day. What a shame that we couldn't stay longer and enjoy the property and surroundings! Kendra was lovely and accommodated our need to leave earlier than the normal breakfast serving time. The bed was comfy, but I would have preferred better room-darkening shades. Also, the shampoo and conditioner were teeny-tiny-- completely impossible for two people. And no body lotion at all??! Grateful for the Tollhouse Cookies and other little treats!

Checked in here around 11:30 am Saturday.This place is an old house . Bed and Breakfast.Lovely lady…read morewelcomed us.Our room is medium size have a single closet . There are no refrigerator in the room .Bathroom is small but clean . Standing shower.Tea coffee plenty in the hallway. They give you free cookie. What I didn't like about this place is the amount they charge you for your room they should atleast have a TV in the room. Also there was mo lotion .

Clean rooms, nice staff, good price, good location. Not much more you can ask for from this type of…read morehotel in the area. Of course, it's not a 5-star hotel, but I'm also not expecting that, especially for the price. Rooms are a but dated, at least the room we got, but the lobby is nice and free breakfast is always a nice thing.

Third time we have stayed here,perfect location to stop with all the activities and places to visit…read morein the area. Clean rooms, indoor pool, and plenty of places to eat close by. Hot coffee and tea available even late at night. Free breakfast which had a variety of offerings. Staff is helpful with sightseeing and restaurants in area.