Condé Nast TravelerJul 23, 2026
The Best Places to Stay Near Shenandoah National Park for Blue Ridge Mountain Views and Appalachian Trail Activities
From historic mountain resorts to charming inns, here are the best places to stay amongst nature in the Old Dominion.
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- Mimslyn InnHotelFeatures historic cottages perfect for generational travel.
- Luray CavernsSightUnderground experience drawing nature lovers.
- Shenandoah RiverSightNearby natural feature.
- Elsewhere
- Big Meadows LodgeHotelShenandoah National Park, United StatesOffers walkable dining, shopping, drinking, and exploring.
- Appalachian TrailTrailShenandoah National Park, United StatesFeatures 101 miles within the park.
- Blackrock OverlookSightShenandoah National Park, United StatesHalf-mile hike behind lodge with breathtaking views.
- Byrd Visitor CenterSightShenandoah National Park, United StatesHosted a memorable full moon walk and telescope viewing.
- Skyland resortHotelShenandoah National Park, United StatesSits at the highest point along Skyline Drive.
- Pollock Dining RoomRestaurantShenandoah National Park, United StatesDine on the terrace with expansive views.
- Mile High Blackberry Ice Cream PieRestaurantShenandoah National Park, United StatesA must-try dessert at Pollock Dining Room.
- Masanutten LodgeSightShenandoah National Park, United StatesFounder's wife's 1911 home, now a women-focused exhibit.
- Hawksbill MountainSightShenandoah National Park, United StatesMarking the border between Madison County and Page County in Virginia, the summit of Hawksbill Mountain is the highest…
- The Blackburn InnHotelStaunton, United StatesHistoric building with 12-foot ceilings and spiral staircase.
- ZynodoaRestaurantStaunton, United StatesDowntown restaurant supporting local producers.
- Iris InnHotelWaynesboro, United StatesCozy cabins with Shenandoah Valley views and private hot tubs.
- The Historic Inn at OakdeneHotelStaunton, United StatesHistoric 1893 mansion with modern castle-like appearance.
- The Echols SuiteHotelStaunton, United StatesOffers a sunroom experience similar to the mansion.
- Frontier Culture MuseumMuseumStaunton, United StatesNearby historical museum.
- Love Ridge Mountain LodgingHotelLyndhurst, United StatesOffers cabins and glamping tents with social opportunities.
- George Washington National ForestSightLyndhurst, United StatesNearby natural area for outdoor activities.
- L'Auberge ProvencaleHotelBoyce, United StatesBed-and-breakfast transporting guests to Provence, France.
- Briede Family VineyardsSightBoyce, United StatesNearby vineyard.
- Stony Man TrailTrailShenandoah National Park, United States
- American Shakespeare CenterSightStaunton, United States
