Who can beat this scenery!! Love the area, the lodging, and the staff! Great service and accommodations are nostalgic of a bygone era. read more

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Staying at Skyland was a trip my husband and I had been wanting to do and we made it a reality for our anniversary weekend and it did not disappoint! While it was very cold out and the cabin we booked's heat was out, the staff were all incredibly friendly and jumped to make our experience amazing. As soon as we reported the heat not working, maintenance was sent down and a portable heater was put in. The cabin was very clean and cozy. The bed was comfortable and you couldn't hear anything from outside. It was so peaceful. The food was also amazing! Our first night we enjoyed the ribeye special (which was cooked to a perfect medium rare), venison stroganoff and a glass of the night sky (Shenandoah Cabernet Franc). We liked the wine so much we picked up a bottle from the shop. For breakfast before hiking, we chose the blackberry French toast and Stoney man breakfast along with coffee that was never allowed to be low. This was all so good we ordered the same the next morning along with an orange juice to go. For our second night, we had the short ribs, forrester pasta, blackberry lemonades and a blackberry cobbler that we had brought out in a box to save for later. On that second night, there was a bit of a back wait to be seated, but we think the staff handled it very well and as efficiently as possible. Overall, even with a few hiccups, we didn't have any complaints and are considering to make this a tradition for our anniversary. read more

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We liked our superior room. It is a cabin, not a hotel room, but that is fine with us. The view of The valley from our balcony was great. It was great to stay in the park and have dining nearby. We stayed in a Hazeltop cabin. However the WiFi did not work from Saturday afternoon to Wednesday afternoon and our cell carrier had poor signal in the area. When we asked about the WiFi outage, we could not get any useful information about it. "No, we don't know when it will be up". "Oh, you are in Hazeltop, you may need to walk over towards the lobby for signal." I know things can go wrong with technology, but good communication with your guests is a sign of caring about them even when things go wrong. I didn't feel cared for. read more

We had breakfast in the dining room and it was pretty good. They gave us nice size portions, but it was hard to get the waitress to bring us our bill so we could leave. We came the next day for dinner (as it was right in the park and so close) and it was a mixed bag. They sat us in the dark bar- which was ok because it was nice to have a different vibe than when we came for breakfast. My food ( a root vegetable stew) was ice cold and I had to have them reheat it. When I tried it a second time I found it has zero flavor. The rib eye was pretty fattty, but the blueberry sauce chicken was very good. The BlackBerry margarita was out of this world, but only the first one was good. The second one was flat, less flavor and no BlackBerry garnish. We enjoyed mango sorbet for dessert, and the waiter was very late in clearing our plates. I wish that the waiter was more knowledgeable about the dishes that were served - because when we asked of a dish was good or not he just said yeah it's good - when he should have given us his honest opinion so we could have all enjoyed our meals. read more

We have visited several times over the years. Never stayed the night. They have this wonderful patio with an incredible view, if only it were possible to get a drink to enjoy while you sat on the deck. You have to go inside to order from the bar. Unfortunately there does not seem to be a bartender. This is not just one but at least 3 occasions in 3 different years. After waiting 20 minutes or more yesterday, we gave up. We asked several employees and they just said they couldn't work the bar. We weren't the only ones waiting on any of these occasions. There does not seem to be any management present and no one seems to care. Lots of dirty tables. I'm wondering how this business model is sustainable? It's just disappointing that such a beautiful place can't have even average service. read more

After enduring a rough couple days with the endless fireworks around the Fourth of July the last couple years, we decided to go "off the grid" this year with a trip to Shenandoah. We booked the bed and breakfast, pet-friendly package months in advance, since we weren't sure what our plans would be once the summer arrived. CHECK-IN We started at Skyland with a trip to the office to check in. Billy handled the process and he was great, especially since it was our first visit and we didn't know what to expect. Although we had selected the bed and breakfast package when we booked, Billy explained we would receive vouchers for an entree and beverage to redeem each morning at the dining room. He provided several maps and walked me through where we should drive to get to our room. He also noted we could call the office at any time if we had questions or concerns. THE ROOM Our room was in the New Market section of lodging, as that's where the premium, pet-friendly rooms are. (So many of our neighbors had the cutest dogs!) The room was very cute and had plenty of items to make our stay cozy, including a Keurig and TV. The bathroom was stocked with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, and soap. The beds have lots of pillows, but they are quite hard. If you are used to soft pillows, you may want to pack one of your own. The bedding was generally nice. There's no fridge or microwave, so we brought a small cooler with us. The outdoor seating area is fantastic. As many other reviewers have noted, the trees almost completely obscure the view of the valley in many places, but the trees themselves are beautiful. When we arrived, we checked for bedbugs and other critters, but other than a lone mosquito and a couple spiders, we didn't see anything. That being said, if you are like me and tend to attract bugs like you are some delicious Thanksgiving dinner, they will find you. I woke up to find the area on my feet around ankle-level swollen with bites. (Based on the reaction and location, I'm pretty sure fleas were the culprit, which made me glad we didn't bring our cats.) Even a few days later, I have to apply anti-itch ointment, but this is normal for me and I went into the trip expecting to be bitten. Don't expect to get WiFi, although I noticed it worked during off-peak hours, both very late at night and very early in the morning. I was also able to download the NPS app at Skyland. THE LOCATION/PARK We walked around the lodging area several times while exploring and found several ice makers, a small playground, and lots of beautiful views. It was nice and quiet, despite all the rooms being at capacity. We ate at the Skyland restaurant several times, including with our breakfast vouchers. It's generally not gourmet-level food, but it worked for the trip. (I'll post a separate review for the restaurant.) There are so many activities to enjoy, especially hiking. I recommend looking at the schedule and downloading the NPS app for more information. We had a great time on a solo trek and a guided tour. Expect to see lots of wildlife, especially deer. We even got to see some little fawns on our hikes! Overall, we had a great trip and got to enjoy the quiet of nature. The room is very good for what it is, but if you are one of the unlucky people who attracts bugs like me, definitely bring and use bug spray on yourself--even when you are in the room. read more

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Great view while eating of mountains. Food was decent but nothing special. A little pricy in my opinion but I know it traveled a long way to get to top of mountain. Service was good and atmosphere matched the park vibe. read more

Decided to stay during Labor Day weekend here and I wish I would've went home instead . Paid over 300 for a "premium king room" and I would've been better off at a Motel 6. Room was dirty , dusty . TV didn't work & worst of all there were MICE !!! read more

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My family and I stayed overnight at one of the two-bed rooms in Skyland. We had a wonderful stay! The room and bathroom were clean and the view was great. It was a short 2 minute drive to the dining room/gift shop and just a 10 minute walk (which we opted for). The dining hall had great dinner, dessert, and breakfast- we only had a short wait at peak hours for dinner. The dining staff and lodging staff were all friendly and helpful. The gift shop was so cute and had a ton of fun souvenirs. We easily found QR codes for maps to the hiking trails, and did about 11 miles over 2 days! read more

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We loved our time at Skyland! The pet friendly cabin with the two full beds, a mini fridge (room 28) was fantastic and clean - with a back porch facing the woods. We didn't see bugs or mice in the cabin - just deer right outside. It was nice having a room for three little kids and a dog. We preferred the privacy of Skyland to the bustle of Big Meadow. The restaurant and office were a short 1 min walk away - to great views on the deck, and fantastic food (forester pasta and blackberry margaritas were excellent). We will be back! read more

During our first (and only night) in Appledore lodge in early October at Skyland, my wife was bitten from head to toes by bugs in the bed. We found bugs and carcasses of some type on sheets and on the towels in the dresser, all of which ended up on the carpet when hotel staff examined the room the morning we complained. Skyland hired Orkin to inspect our room and said there was no evidence of bedbugs. However, it took a week to get the results from Skyland, so as a precautionary measure we had to clean all of our belongings when we got home as if we had come into contact with bedbugs. This was a time-consuming process, taking several days while we brought items into the house for multiple washings and dryer cycles. We also had to cancel a stay elsewhere later that week because of concern we'd bring bedbugs to that location. When mattresses were flipped for inspection in our room at Appledore, we found disgusting stains on the mattress protector. Rather than replace the cover, the cleaning staff obviously had flipped the most disgusting side to the bottom. Luck of the draw, I suppose, but I wouldn't trust other rooms. Management apologized for the state of the room and refunded our booking as well as the pre-paid booking later in the week. Additionally, the dining room menu is set at top-quality restaurant prices, but the food is very subpar and the understaffed crew cannot provide good service. I was told I would be refunded for the meals, but we received nothing. Stay down the mountain. The concessionaire, Delaware North, is damaging the National Park Service's reputation. read more

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I was traveling on my motorcycle through the blue ridge mountains, and at the end of the day ended up at Skyland. It was a reasonable place to stop for the night, and I knew that I wanted to spend at least one night in the mountains on this journey, so this was going to be the place. Let's just get some things out of the way... the resort needs some serious updating in terms of amenities and methods. The only place I expect to see physically keyed doors is at an old strip motel in the middle of nowhere that has 25 rooms or less, not a resort hosted in the middle of a national park with close to 200 rooms. I get the concept of wanting to keep some nostalgic feel to the place, but some updates to more modern technology are not an issue in anyone's mind. Given the rate that is charged for these rooms, the resort should have been able to afford some technological updates to the rooms and cottages long ago. The view? Excellent. This is what people come up to places like this for. The various outdoor activities available are what this place was made for, and that is what you do during the day... but once you are done with the day, it is time to return to your room and have a place that is reasonable to relax in, and I just didn't get that vibe with this place. Just finding my room after checking in and getting a key was a bit of an adventure since maps and directions are nearly non-existent. There is only one restaurant on premises, which is not unreasonable since there are only so many guests, but you had better be ready to pay a premium for the food there. I had the trout, which was quite good, but you are going to come out of there feeling like you may have paid a little more than you should have. My sleep was good, and I woke up the next morning refreshed for the coming ride South, so it was worth the stay... you just have to know what you are getting yourself into when you go here. read more

Stayed in a renovated corner king room in ravens nest building, second to the last building at this end. Wood paneled walls, large room with small table and 2 chairs, small fridge, Keurig coffee maker (which is what I prefer - a simple electric kettle would be much convenient), TV- remote doesn't work and not many channels. Patio is nice with sunset view - although this is the end that has a lot of trees in front, for a full valley view you'll need to be in one of the buildings in the middle. Bed sufficiently firm with good bedding. Shower ok, hot but not the strongest. Aircon and heat work fine but noisy. Fridge makes intermittent slight noises on and off. Otherwise very quiet. Shampoo provided in large bottles fixed on wall. There is a ceiling fan. Lighting not very bright with the dark panels. Overall a much better room - and larger - than the unrenovated room we stayed in before (in the last building at this end - not sure if they are renovated now). Definitely worth making sure whether the room's renovated before booking. read more

We booked for 2 nights and stayed for only one. The Bar tender was very rude which made for an unpleasant dining experience. My husband ordered a $30 steak and it was served on a paper plate with plastic utensils. The bartender said the dishwasher was being fixed because they found "bacteria" in it. Bacteria in the kitchen! And we paid for bottled beer but they gave us canned beer. Nowhere on the menu are there canned beers. It's a crowded tourist trap and they're ripping everyone off. And the website is misleading saying the premium rooms have a view. Good thing the trees were dead because if we had gone in summer, the view would have been blocked. We weren't giving them anymore of our money and checked out the day after we arrived. Better off renting a VRBO! read more

Skyland - $30 steak served on a paper plate. The toughest steak we've eaten in a long time - Resorts Near Me - Luray, Virginia

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It's all about expectations: being in the middle of Shenandoah NP was amazing. We didn't expect much from the Skyland "Resort"; the scenery more than made up for the drawbacks. Positives: location, view, wildlife, the bed was comfy and the hot water was HOT! Negatives: the room needs SERIOUS cleaning; the heaters need maintenance, the backdoor knob was jammed. Environment: In a National Park, why on earth would they allow a "K-cups" coffee maker? Why are there still incandescent light bulbs? Why does housekeeping leave all the lights on and the heat blasting when the rooms are empty? :-( But as I said, one goes here for the spectacular scenery, not the hotel amenities. read more

The rooms at Skyland were deplorable. The days we had planned were ruined after going to their rooms. The room was dirty, loaded with bugs, no view, hot. I asked for another room had to move all my stuff to the second room and the next room had mice, dirty, and the front door lock was broken. If you don't mind a dirty, loaded with bugs and mice that you can hear in the wall then you won't have a problem in this room. The last time the room was updated looks to be in 1970. We cut are vacation there down to one night and it was a huge disaster. read more

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view is nice but rooms are terrible unless you like room from the 1940's. Our first room was not made up; then moved us to a second where outlets did not work and a none functional tv. Paid $220; would have done better at a Motel 6 ! Very disappointed ! ! read more

We really enjoyed our stay here. We stayed in a preferred room with a balcony, right on the edge of the mountain with spectacular views. The room was a good size and it was modest but clean. Contrary to the website, our room had great cell phone service. There was a little playground nearby and the dining room, office and cafe were within walking distance also. They have an EV charger there too which is great. read more

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my husband and I came down to skyline drive from northern Maryland for our anniversary trip . After the 4+ hour drive we were so relieved we had finally made it to our "lodge". (We booked through hopper I'm not sure if this makes a difference ) the pictures and description had us thinking we were getting a cabin or at least a nice room with a king bed , beautiful view , AC , and a clean nice place . We got the keys to our lodge and drove up to an unkept , dirty , bug-ridden room with no ac . We had bought a couple of sandwiches from the Starbucks cafe since they wouldn't seat us for lunch .. a whole other issue , anyhow .. the sandwiches were sat on the dresser in our " suite " for maybe 2 minutes while we went out to get our bags and we came back to huge ants on the sandwiches and spiders on the bed. The room was $250 a night and said AC guaranteed through the purchasing link . I am 100% aware this site is typically lodging for outdoorsy / camping type people which we are ! But not for this weekend . We were expecting a relaxing place with beautiful view and the view was blocked by trees out or back window. We were thankfully able to get this trip refunded through hopper and found another place near by to stay . This place is beautiful and could definitely work if you have lower expectations than us lol ! Unfortunately just did not work for us . Amanda in the front office was very kind , informative, and understanding and she deserves a raise ! read more

We stayed at Skyland resort for two nights. First night we got there, we had trouble finding our room because it was dark and the lights in front of our room was out so couldn't see the room number. It was difficult to get the key in and open the door but with some force we were able to (and yes they use actual keys and not cards like hotel rooms). Once we got in the room, we looked around and it was little dated but looked ok initially. But when I looked in the bathroom, there was a spider size of a quarter waiting for us. My husband took care of it and we settled into bed. Next morning AND at night, I went into the bathroom and found a cricket waiting for me. Now as for the dining hall, we went there around 8:30am. Waited about 5-10 minutes before being seated. The dining chairs were wobbly and I thought it would break. We ordered raspberry French toast, traditional breakfast and kids pancake breakfast. All food were just ok. Service was decent, not great. Skyland is great location for exploring Shenandoah but the resort can use some TLC like renovating the rooms a bit and updating their food menu. read more

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Pretty much an old hotel with very unhappy employees. Checked in and the unaccomudating desk clerk sent us to the farthest room possible with 0 view. Dinner was less than mediocre but who really cares "I'm in a park " next morning went for coffee and asked for a better room. No problem go when you want. It was 7 am ! So that room was available last night night? Yes !!! Went on a wim to big meadows lodge and OH WHAT A DIFFERENCE! Even the server said it was a management difference. PLEASE DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME AT A MEDIOCRE LIDGE WHEN BIG MEADOWS IS DOWN THE STREET!!!! read more

BE CAREFUL! At first we paid $163 for a "cabin," which was actually about half a room buried in the mountain with a view of a grass wall. It was the size of a hostel plus a bathroom. Their lodge rooms are like a nice hotel room. Don't be fooled by their advertisement of a cabin. read more

Lovely place to get great food after hiking all morning. Staff is courteous and friendly, service is quick. I got the Angus beef burger with the Beyond burger toppings and it was simply delicious. Red pepper aioli really took the taste a notch higher. The size is great, it's medium sized - bigger than a slider but smaller than a regular-sized burger. It comes with a choice of sides to pick from - apple slices, coleslaw and regular fries. read more

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Beautiful setting in a lovely national park. The restaurant's great, as is the live "mountain" music. But the hotel rooms are in major disrepair, including bug excrement and carcasses, dirty everything, and a totally gross experience. It's not rustic -- it's a dump. Stay elsewhere. read more

We ate lunch at the restaurant. We both had the Whaler sandwich which was really good. Our service was great. Nice views out the windows. I thought the price was reasonable for the location. read more

I traveled to Shenandoah National Park recently for a wedding and had the pleasure of staying at Skyland. We were able to snag one of the updated rooms in Raven's Nest and the view from our patio was gorgeous! The room looked almost completely renovated- the bathroom had a new sink and toilet and the room had new floors. It was pretty clean except for the random spider here and there. There is a heater/AC unit in each room that you can adjust for your comfort. This may be common sense, but the Skyland Resort isn't exactly wheelchair/ADA friendly. There are some ramps but most of the paths are rocky, etc. In regard to food options- the dining room is open early morning until the evening. I thought the brunch there was great! The pancakes were fluffy and the food was hearty- perfect food for hitting the trail. There's also a cute gift shop and a horse stable if you want to take your young'uns for a ride. read more

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Sigh. If you like the smell of ass and feet this hotel is for you. If you like millipedes in your bed and supersized, gangster mice rustling through your food ; book your room as soon as possible. My boyfriend got up to confront the mouse, who bucked and stood his ground like a boss. It was half rodent ,half kangaroo and it let us know that it was in charge. It straight snatched several oatmeals and had its way with a granola bar. We were also fortunate to be on the ground floor and enjoyed every move our above neighbors made. In fairness the staff here is exceptional. Every person we interacted with was friendly and professional. It is in a convenient location and has incredible views. The pros are not worth $247 a night. I regret not renting an air B and B and just driving in to the park. I have added a photo of the creature that will most definitely be in your room. You've been warned!!! read more

Skyland - Your new friend - Resorts Near Me - Luray, Virginia

Really a 3.5, but rounding up to 4. Probably the best place to stay right in the park. A variety of different types of rooms or cabins, mostly with good views. They have a restaurant and a separate bar. Both are decent, but nothing outstanding. There is also a coffee shop that's mediocre and a gift shop if you want national park gear. This place isn't always open or has vacancies, so I do recommend checking in online first https://www.goshenandoah.com/lodging/skyland read more

We pulled in here to stretch our legs and grab a cup of tea on a cold rainy day. It's a web of roads once you turn in, but if you follow the signs to the dining room you'll be fine. The parking area is pretty large. A sign with park information is posted here as well as a water fountain where you can refill your water bottle, get a drink and give your dog a drink too. Follow the path toward the dining room and enter a charming lobby. There is a coffee shop here where you can grab a coffee, tea, chai and pasty. A gift shop with lots of tourist items, wines, home goods and toys. A restaurant behind the fireplace and a taproom. They fit a lot in this little space. Down one flight are public restrooms and access to trails and cabins. Handicap restrooms are on the upper level. There is an ATM machine here too. Because the weather was so lousy, there were a few hikers who dropped their packs by the door and came in to warm up by the fire. It's very laid back in there. A good place to stop if hiking the trail or driving Skyline drive. read more

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The food at the onsite restaurant was okay - the omelette was tasty and I appreciated that you can select any add-ins you like at one flat cost. The breakfast potatoes were overcooked and lacked flavor. The waitstaff was pleasant and attentive. What really killed me though was the fact that condiments are served in plastic lidded containers. Everywhere you turn in the park there are signs about conservation and sustainability..... and this plating choice seems like a useless waste of plastic that is contradictory to the messaging the National Park Service has posted around every corner. read more

Skyland - Veggie and cheese omelette with breakfast potatoes and ketchup IN A PLASTIC, LIDDED TO-GO CONTAINER - Resorts Near Me - Luray, Virginia

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This is the dirtiest hotel / resort I have ever stayed, we booked 2 rooms for 2 nights and expected to spend quality time with family in the mountain but they ruined my vacation. It is so awkward checking inn, and rooms are all over no phone no internet and looks like they never cleaned. There were dead flies all over , in both of our rooms. The bed covers and pillows were so filthy. When we booked in Expedia this resort lols like very nice but when we physically checked inn it is disaster. The cable charger is also not working, ( terribl I called the front desk 10 times no one is answering, so I had to call Expedia to refund . We wanted to leave right way but since we drove 40 mnts from town in the mountain we decided to stay. As I said here it is dirtier than what you see in these pictures it is nice scenery and views up here but avoid staying here. You get sick I guarantee!!! read more

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EV Chargers that actually work and a really good restaurant. Just what we were looking for. Juice for our Rivian and fresh food for us! read more

Skyland - EV Charger - Resorts Near Me - Luray, Virginia

While the service and staff were welcoming and beyond accommodating here, the place was out of date. We stayed at the "Trout" cabin. I loved the comfortable beds (2 queen sized beds), but the bathroom toilet clogged frequently and the shower head shot out one single jet. Not the place to come, if you are looking to stay majority of the time in your lodge. Not for high maintenance people. This place did the trick for us and we thought it was nice. Some of the lodges are dog friendly, too! read more

We ate here while on a 7 day backpacking trip and while pricey, it did offer some welcomed comfort food. Service is speedy and sweet. The dining room is nice- we are inside once and outside once. They let us store packs under table-hostess was super nice. The veggie burger with apples was great. My partner liked the burger and chicken Sammy with fries. There is a little cafe inside too where they fill water and sell coffees and snacks. read more

Amazing views! Skyland has a gift shop, restaurant, trails, and stables. There aren't microwaves or refrigerators so be sure to pack a cooler and food that doesn't require heating up. Staff was friendly and helpful. The rooms are great inside. read more

Skyland - Resorts Near Me - Luray, Virginia

I've been to Skyland many times over the last 25 years or so. Trout Unlimited occasionally used their meeting facilities for an annual meeting and awards banquet. I've eaten here on and off over the years when coming back from a trout fishing trip or traveling down Skyline Drive. The one thing I've not yet done is stay over night at the Lodge - which is on my list of things to experience. I stopped in here this past Friday during my visit to the park. It was raining and blustery out - I stopped in to look around Skyland and visit the gift shop/convenience store. I ended up buying a cool Minnetonka leather brimmed hat to keep the rain out, and a couple of pieces of home decor - rustic looking votive candle holders - each holding up a translucent leaf in front of the candle - in colors reminiscent of Autumn. The little old lady working the counter was a real sweetie. She went to great lengths to wrap up and secure my candle holders to protect them for the journey home. The dining area was pretty busy when I arrived - I eyeballed a menu to see if anything appealed to me - but the truth was I was not yet hungry. I love the ambiance of the place! read more

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It's a nice little detour to take a break, enjoy the gorgeous view and visit the gift shop.

Booked a premium room for the fall to watch the leaves turn back in June. Check in and received a ground floor room with obstructed views. Called the front desk, as we felt a premium 260$ a night room would have a view and was told they were full. This is during covid so we understand some things are hard to do and take consolations. However when we asked why there Where you stay? No microwave and mini fridge in the room we were told it was due to covid. Makes no sense as I am sleeping in a bed and eating off a table that will need to be cleaned but ok. Kicker....we were told for 20$ a day we could get them back....so is it covid or a money grab??? Great locations and the room was fine but no fire pits near. Restaurant is decent but super pricey.....a mixed stay for sure. read more

Loved the stay at the resort within the Shenandoah National Park. The setup is simple! The dining room is where you eat all the meals if you are around. Dinner is served until 9:00 pm but there is a wait, so get there a bit early. Breakfast lay out is amazing too! Kids have the kids menu to pick from or the breakfast buffet. Everything on the menu is phenomenal. People are nice and service was excellent! read more

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Great lodging option in Shenandoah National Park. Be warned that not all of the rooms have all of the traditional hotel room amenities (TV, refrigerator), but they all have good beds and clean bathrooms with tubs and showers. read more