When my husband made the suggestion that we stop overnight in Roanoke on the way to Asheville and…read moresaid that the place to stay (according to the local Reddit threads) was a B&B I was admittedly unsure. We had never stayed at a traditional bed and breakfast and while the idea was charming (I've seen my share of Hallmark movies), thought that the experience was reserved for a different demographic...I thought the rooms were going to be dated and filled with frilly lace, that the dynamic with the owners was going to be awkward, that we would have to engage in forced conversation with other guests. It's not that we're antisocial, on the contrary, I just had a lot of misconceptions swirling around my head. I trust my husband though, he went ahead and booked it. I can't speak highly enough of our experience with Chris, Jayne, and their little pup Jax. When we mentioned that we would be getting to Roanoke a bit earlier than their check-in time, they were available to welcome us with smiling faces. Chris showed us the before/after of the home's renovations and how it was salvaged, the only one of four houses on the block where the other three were condemned. The home itself is gorgeous, they have put a lot of thought and care into how the rooms are decorated - the photos on this Yelp page are outdated, their website (blacklanterninn.com) does a better job of showcasing their beautiful accommodations. Chris and Jayne live on the first floor with 2 rooms and a shared kitchen on the second floor and a suite on the third floor. We were one of only two rooms booked for the evening, we never saw the other couple as they arrived later and left earlier than us - it was like we had the whole place to ourselves. Chris recommended a number of local breweries, bars, and restaurants for us to explore - he pointed out their 2nd floor deck, complete with cozy blankets and a fireplace heater (perfect for us to share a late night glass of wine). We stayed in the Black Lantern Room which was bright and cheerful, it looked like a page straight out of a restoration hardware catalog. The bed was incredibly comfortable and a welcome sight after a 5 hour drive and an afternoon/evening of eating/drinking our way through downtown Roanoke. In the morning we enjoyed a delicious all-organic breakfast crafted by Jayne. We were treated to yogurt sourced from New Hampshire, an incredible gluten-free coffee cake made with sweet potato flour (that Chris has gone on quite the goose chase to track down), and a veggie filled egg frittata on an english muffin with swiss cheese and bacon. I typically have to hide vegetables into my husbands food, but even knowing what was baked into his breakfast he hummed his way through (a sign he is enjoying his meal) the sandwich; we were also treated to Roanoke's own H&C coffee. We enjoyed our breakfast along with the company of Jax and the kind and genuine conversation of Jayne and Chris - they truly put a lot of love into the experience they provide their guests. As we were leaving, Jayne handed us 2 little baggies with locally baked croissants for our 4 1/2 drive down to North Carolina - they really do think of everything. I can't speak highly enough of our short stay here and would absolutely and wholeheartedly recommend the Black Lantern Inn and our gracious hosts to anyone looking for a place to stay in the area.

We had such an amazing stay at the Black Lantern Inn. I would give it 10 stars, if I could! We were…read morein town for the Virginia bar exam and Jayne and Chris both went above and beyond to make our stay stress-free and enjoyable. Jayne is an fantastic chef and makes a delicious breakfast. They are also both incredibly thoughtful and surprised us with cookies after the exam and a bag of snacks for our drive home. The inn itself is beautiful and conveniently located. Highly, highly recommend this place if you are ever in Roanoke.

I can't recommend RBH highly enough! The location is easy to find in a beautiful historic…read moreneighborhood. Parking is free and plentiful--there's a parking lot behind the house, but we chose to park on the street and were able to find a spot directly in front of the inn every time. Liz greeted us outside when we arrived, welcomed us warmly, and helped with our bags. We stayed in the Hydrangea Room upstairs, which was spotless and beautifully appointed. Every detail had been thoughtfully curated. The room had everything we needed while still feeling uncluttered and relaxing. One of our favorite features was the second-floor porch, where we enjoyed our morning coffee and a glass of wine each evening. The inn is located in a residential historic district, just a short walk from downtown. We felt completely safe walking to dinner every night. Liz is a wealth of knowledge and provided excellent recommendations for restaurants and local activities. Each morning, we were offered a selection of creative breakfast specials. She's an exceptional cook and baker, and every meal was delicious. I especially appreciated her commitment to sustainability without sacrificing the upscale experience you expect from a luxury bed and breakfast. One final note: Liz took over the inn a couple of years ago, so any older reviews criticizing the innkeeper refer to the previous owner--not Liz. She is an absolute gem, and her warmth and hospitality made our stay truly memorable. We will absolutely stay here every time we visit Roanoke.

This awesome gem is conveniently located to all the available activities in Roanoke. We stayed for…read morejust one night as time was limited, but we thoroughly enjoyed staying in the suite relaxing after a day of driving and attending a basketball game. Liz, the innkeeper, is the hostess with the mostess, with a generous breakfast menu to choose from that she carefully prepares to start the day off right! She has great suggestions and information for points of interest in the area. Her attention to detail to make our stay comfortable and relaxing was so appreciated. We highly recommend this beautiful, charming B&B. J&K February 2025

We spent a much needed two night getaway here. My first time at a BnB and my husbands third time…read more I cannot even find the words to express the experience. I am so happy that I found this place when I googled places to stay. Cheryl was solo since her husband was on a trip. She didn't miss a beat in taking care of us and any of the other guest. She is an excellent cook! The pictures on the website do not do it justice on how beautiful the mountains are in the backyard. There is an abundance of deer to sit and enjoy in the evenings. They come right up to the house when it is quiet. We are already looking at when we can come back again.

Great owners. Beautiful setting. Plenty of room in our suite and the home cooked breakfast was…read moregreat. Will definitely stay here again.

Hotel Roanoke is the Grand Dame of hotels in Roanoke. Built in 1882 by a railroad executive, the…read moregorgeous Tudor style facility is on the National Historic Registry. Operated under the Hilton brand, the hotel is currently owned by Virginia Tech. The mammoth facility has a Conference Center suitable for hosting large conventions, including banquet rooms, meeting rooms and guest rooms. Hotel Roanoke was the site of a large convention that I was a part of for many years. Serving as Vice Convention Chair for several years, I found the staff extremely easy to work with in both the planning and the event itself. Serving as Convention Pianist prior to that I found the pianos well tuned and positioned as requested. Checking in was easy even with the large amount of arriving guests. A special check in desk was available for Hilton Honors members, along with the appropriate amenities provided. Guest rooms were comfortable and roomy. Banquet meals were excellent and as requested. Dining was also available in different areas for meals not in the Conference Center. Check out for large groups was handled well. The years that I served as State Treasurer, the Convention billing was detailed and handled with efficiency, allowing both myself and the Finance Chairman to assure its accuracy. Should you visit Roanoke either a stay or visit to Hotel Roanoke is a must.

What a beautiful, historic hotel. I didn't stay here, but I did attend a conference here. I was…read morelucky enough to find street parking on a few days, but they had ample parking on-site too for a fee. The conference space was a good size and the food and drinks supplied were good. I was a late addition so the room block was gone when I attended, but if you can't stay here, I highly recommend the Springhill Suites not far away.

Hilton rewards member perks came in handy! Needed to book a room overnight as we drove from…read moreTennessee to Rhode Island. Room was clean, and the staff were friendly. We had a late night arrival (a little past 9-10 pm) and the staff was ready for us. Rooms were standard Hilton rooms for the Garden Inn -- mini fridge, microwave, tiny sink. Double beds and pull out sofa for 3 people was pretty cozy. I'd stay here again if in the area.

The room was terrible,Hilton rewards rep had a bad attitude . They promised a Mountain Viewread more

I am a New York native. I have never been to Virginia and…read morewas giving an opportunity to come here on a business trip. I was booked at the most nastiest "hotel" I've ever stayed in. To keep it short and sweet, I had checked in and walked to my room and immediately was moved to another room due to an infestation of ants. I thought that was disgusting considering they were coming from the walls and coming out the outlets. The breakfast is a sorry excuse for a meal. The eggs look like hockey pucks and seem like they come frozen and just heated up in a microwave. The apple juice was fantastic. I would have probably stayed there if it wasn't for one of the staff disrespecting my fellow co workers regarding ants in their room, blaming them for the ants because they had snacks in their room when CLEARLY it's an issue within the hotel. They did not feel comfortable with the fact that they were not given an option to switch rooms like I did rather have a staff member come to spray CHEMICALS in an enclosed area all over their room with personal belongings inside. Mind you, The spray didn't do anything at all. The ants continued to appear. Be mindful when booking here unless like ants. Then they had the nerve to charge us a check out early fee expecting us to stay in an infested "hotel". Hotel staff is aware of ants and brush off complaints saying "i built my house in 2019 and i have ants in my kitchen". Unacceptable

I will start with saying that we chose this as a one night stop on a road trip because it looked…read moredecent and was not expensive ($104/night). And although we were expecting no frill we were not expecting how dirty it was. The pull out bed sheets were ripped, tattered and stained. The double beds, although the sheets seemed nice and new, had multiple hairs on them the moment we pulled the sheets back. The fridge cabinet was super dirty and gross. Even my kids were grossed out and did not want to stay. The hallway also had a weird funky smell and was very dimly lit. You get what you pay for, but cleaning really could be improved for the health of all.

This hotel is now the Comfort Inn Roanoke Civic Center. Our family stayed in 3 rooms and the…read moreexperience was disturbing. Despite Do Not Disturb signs and verbally telling the front desk not to enter, hotel staff accessed our rooms multiple times without permission. In my room and another family member's room, the TV remote had been swapped or tampered with. In another room, a wedding ring was stolen, and a police report was filed. A letter about "artwork installation" was slipped under our doors--but only after rooms were already entered. Even after we asked in person for no one to enter, staff came in again. This hotel showed no respect for privacy or safety. We felt violated and completely ignored. Avoid staying here until they take accountability and change their practices.

Disappointed I requested two connecting rooms or at least…read morerooms next to each other, but I didn't get what I asked for, even though the reservation agent, RK, assured me the day before our arrival that it was arranged. When we arrived at the hotel one of the staff members, Guilherme G., informed me that reservation agents are unable to make those kinds of reservations because they were unaware of the hotel's current capacity and there was nothing he could do to help us because the hotel was completely booked. So why are we required to make reservations through a reservation agent when we call the hotel? In my case, it was a waste of time and a total disappointment. I ended up with my family separated, half on one end of the second floor and the other half on the other side. We didn't have a good experience at all.

Clean Spacious Fresh Sheets INDOOR Pool - heated…read more Breakfast was fresh, it's the same but is well taken care of and done at this specific location ! The Mall and Shopping; as well several Restaurants are qtr mile walk at worst! I give it a 4 because it's not a Resort it's a BW - but it's 5/5 Best Western

We booked this hotel on our route south and have to say it's very nice. Checking was easy and was…read morealot of available parking. The hotel itself is a little tricky to find as it's tucked away off a major road. I also got a great rate for being a AARP member. Rooms were clean and stocked . Vending machines not so much . Only one on first floor was empty except for two items and it only took cash and no card. But the soda machine did. Would stay here again when traveling through the area.

Fantastic experience all around from staff to room…read more I've stayed at SpringHill Suites a few times and they never let me down. They are the only Marriott I utilize with being a main Hilton customer. The property has recently been renovated, checkout out.

Location was great - across the street from a park, with sports fields and a nice trail to walk or…read morerun around them. The rooms were updated and clean. The sitting area was quite comfortable- I could see how staying here for a longer trip would be nice.they have shuttle service to the nearby hospital- most guests or long term out patients must use this hotel. I would stay here again