Our first trip to Blowing Rock and to The Inn at Ragged Gardens. From the moment we pulled in we…read morehave been so very pleased with our choice! The ambience is my favorite, the service is amazing and it's within a stone's throw of local shops and restaurants.

We loved our stay here. very comfortable and spacious room - we were in the Evergreen. Very quiet…read moreat night and easy walking distance to Blowing Rick downtown. An excellent and filling breakfast to start the day and complimentary happy hour in the afternoon. unfortunately, we stayed on a night when the restaurant is closed but I heard from another visitor that the food is very good. We're planning to return on a night when they have Music in the Garden.

I stopped at Hellbender while visiting Blowing Rock during a motorcycle trip through the Blue Ridge…read moreMountains and had a very enjoyable meal. Traveling solo, I sat at the bar and found the service friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout my visit. My drink stayed filled, and the staff did a great job making a solo diner feel comfortable. I started with the soup, which was excellent and a great way to begin the meal. For my entrée, I ordered the large mac and cheese. The portion was generous, rich, and very satisfying after a long day of riding in the mountains. Everything was served hot and prepared with care. The atmosphere was relaxed and comfortable, making it a great place to unwind after spending the day exploring the area. The restaurant felt welcoming without being overly formal, and I never felt rushed during my meal. Overall, I had a very good experience. Good food, attentive service, and a comfortable atmosphere. I would gladly return the next time I'm in Blowing Rock.

Hidden Gem in Blowing Rock…read more After spending the morning at Grandfather Mountain, I took the scenic route into Blowing Rock and stumbled onto an absolute gem. Hellbender Bed & Beverage and Bistro Roca share the same space now, and the result is one of the most charming spots I've found in the High Country. The outdoor patio was beautiful, with flowers everywhere, cozy seating areas, fire pits, and plenty of dogs lounging alongside their owners. The gravel patio was a little uneven, so my table had a slight tilt, but honestly, the atmosphere more than made up for it. I started with a glass of Crémant de Loire. Crisp, cold, refreshing, and exactly what I wanted after a morning of mountain exploring. For lunch, I ordered the Moules Frites. The mussels arrived swimming in a rich, flavorful broth with basil and sun-dried tomatoes, alongside a generous pile of perfectly cooked fries. The combination with the sparkling wine was fantastic. I cleaned the plate. The service was friendly, welcoming, and genuinely pleasant. My only suggestion is a little more attention to the details. If you're serving mussels, a spoon is almost essential for enjoying that incredible broth. A smaller seafood fork would also make fishing out the mussels easier. Minor things, but details that can elevate a great meal into an exceptional one. The prices were surprisingly reasonable. My entrée and glass of bubbles came in around $23, which felt like a great value considering the quality, portion size, and setting. I skipped dessert only because I was determined to finish every last fry, then headed into town to walk off lunch and hunt for something sweet. If I return--and I absolutely would--I might even stay at the inn. The cottages looked adorable, and the whole property felt warm and inviting. Just a short walk from downtown Blowing Rock, this place delivers on atmosphere, food, and mountain-town charm. Five stars for the food. Four stars for service. Five stars overall because I'd happily come back tomorrow. Life is too short to eat mediocre food. Get out there and stuff your face.

Cabins are older, fine, mountain ambiance. View from the porch, nice, until dark when none of the…read morelights worked. The whole cabin was filthy. Glass doors and mirrors full of fingerprints, glasses the same. The 2 seat table was disgusting, and I definitely wouldn't eat at it. Carpets were filthy as well, wear socks. We paid $400 A NIGHT to have a jacuzzi tub I wouldn't step foot in. Coffee maker? Yes. Coffee provided? No. Refrigerator was barely even cool. Don't waste your money.

Stayed at the inn portion to celebrate our one year wedding anniversary. It's right in town, so you…read morecan literally walk pretty much anywhere you want to go. We booked in advance over the phone. Check in and out were both super easy. The office has movies and books (even for kids) that you can borrow. They also have coffee, water, and ice available at all times. The room was very small-- two beds, bathroom, mini fridge, desk, and tv-- but that was okay since we didn't really spend any time other than sleeping and showering there. Someone came and emptied our trash, made our beds, and gave us fresh towels every day. Everything seemed nice and clean, zero complaints. Outside they have other little cabins and a fire pit with multiple chairs and maybe one picnic table. Really cute, well kept area! There were also several benches outside of the rooms where guest can sit and enjoy the weather, talk to each other, play music, etc. We frequently saw a lady outside her cabin painting the garden scenery. Blowing Rock seems to gather an older crowd, so being in our 20s and heavily tattooed, you get some looks. However, the staff at the inn was very friendly and enjoyed talking to our infant daughter. Not sure when we'd be back to visit, but I'd stay here again!

We had a very disappointing experience at Westglow. The photos online do not really represent how…read moreworn down the facilities are beginning to look. Although there were only a very few other customers/clients there, the staff seemed very stressed out and was not welcoming. There seemed to be a lot of communication issues between staff and management, and we observed a woman who seemed to be the owner openly yelling a small group in formalwear taking photos and also at the GM. It was extremely unprofessional. I'm very surprised at the lack of warmth and customer service, especially since there are so many other fantastic resorts, spas and venues in the area, like Chetola, Eseeola, and the Inn at Crestwood as competition. I have been to all of the others that I have listed, and had a significantly better experience at each.

Peaceful and Beautiful Stay…read more Our stay at Westglow Spa & Manor was relaxing and scenic. The spa has an incredible view, though it's starting to feel a bit dated -- the women's locker room could use updates, and the aromatherapy showers weren't producing any scent. My massage with Ted was excellent, but the food court fell short of "spa-quality." The Manor, however, was absolute perfection. Jennifer, our hostess, was the highlight of our stay -- warm, attentive, and genuinely caring. She made us feel completely at home and went above and beyond to ensure every detail was just right. Our room was beautifully updated, with a stunning view and the most comfortable bed. Westglow is a peaceful, welcoming retreat with exceptional hospitality. With a few spa and menu updates, it could easily be a five-star destination.

Beautiful resort nestled in the mountains with ponds sprinkled here n there; lush greenery;…read morewinding roads and various amenities! We stayed in a 2 bed 2 bath unit actually reserved through Airbnb but was serviced through the resort all the same! Our unit was nice! A bit dated here n there mainly in the bathrooms but very nice overall. We didn't really eat on site except for carryout breakfast a couple of mornings so can't really speak to that. It has a family run laid back vibe with a "community cat ". lol I would definitely stay here again. We got confused trying to find the right unit as the map was a bit confusing but aside from that no other complaints!

Food: ordered a hot chocolates. It was tasty…read more Service: the waitress was incredibly nice and super friendly and spent time talking to us and telling us about the resort. Ambiance: located in resort but there is a small restaurant and bar area. Parking: plenty of parking since it was located in the hotel.

This was by far the worst hotel I've ever stayed at. We reserved a specific room. Upon arrival, our…read morekeys were left in the mailbox in the front unsecured. The office was closed. Our room had been changed with no notification. When we got to the room, it had an overwhelming smell of urine. The towels were dirty. Hair in the sheets. Bugs everywhere. A light fixture was taken down with exposed wiring. Mold. It was AWFUL. We have tried to contact the office multiple times via phone and email with no response. Completely awful!

This was one of the only places available when we tried to book a room for parents weekend in…read moreBoone. We were pleasantly surprised. Room was clean and spacious. Plenty of room for two queen beds and a table with comfortable gliders. Two sinks -- one inside the bathroom and one on a large counter area outside. Fridge, coffee maker and microwave in room. I appreciated the little touches-- extra cozy blankets rolled up on the ends of the beds, plenty of towels and washcloths. Had we had more time we could have enjoyed sitting at the table and chairs outside enjoying the view of the lake across the street. Definitely would stay here again. The only negative, although the website still advertises it there is no continental breakfast due to Covid.

Checked in on Friday evening, November 8. Upon entering, greeted by the stench of a moldy wet…read morebasement. Room (#238) smells the same and is rundown. Mattresses (flat) and bedding (soiled) were uncomfortable and appear to be originals from 1891. Shower head pipe was coming out of the wall. The "complimentary breakfast" on Saturday, November 9 was to start at 7 but didn't open until 9 am (some guests had been waiting since 7). No apology or explanation - just the sounds of the staff enjoying their own conversations in the kitchen. We gave up and checked out early. Listed in "Historic Hotels of the World" but is not worthy of inclusion.

Had a traditional Thanksgiving lunch. Everything was very good and the ambiance is nice. Would love…read moreto visit the lounge there.

I was pleasantly surprised by this place. Usually if a place has "Inn" in its name I think of old…read morerun down but this place was upgraded and VERY clean. You can tell they take pride in the cleanliness of this place. It's in a great location that is walkable to all the shops and restaurants and short drive to sight seeing or activities. We went in March so it wasn't super crowded. I was disappointed that the indoor pool was closed, that is one of the reasons I booked this place. But I love how they even had a nice little area for kids to play with games and coloring books. The staff was very nice. The breakfast was good too. I would book this place again.

Excellent inn, that is in a great location…read more It is great until the elevator maintenance is timely. When we stayed at the Meadowbrook Inn the visit was marred by the fact that two main elevators were out of service, making it quite difficult to move about the buildings. We were not made aware of the malfunctioning elevators before we arrived. Apparently, the elevator repair crew was two weeks late in arriving to repair the elevators that were out of service. We received no allowance in our rates charged during our visit or at check out I am handicapped and found this problem aggravating since there was no nearby parking for the handicapped guests.