Big Meadows Lodge

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Dark Hollow Falls

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Lobby sitting area
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Bed sheets
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Mile 51.2 Skyline Drive, Luray, VA, 22835
  • Place, Harry F. Byrd Sr. Visitor Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dark Hollow Falls
    ‪28 min walk‬
  • Place, Rose River Falls
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Room options

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Luray

In Luray .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Luray hotel, you'll find Dark Hollow Falls and Rose River Falls. Wisteria Farm and Vineyard is within 9 miles (15 km) and Stony Man is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Harry F. Byrd Sr. Visitor Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Stony Man - 30 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Thorton Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 45 min drive - 22.8 miles
  • Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - 52 min drive - 28.4 miles
  • Luray Caverns - 60 min drive - 34.8 miles

Getting around

  • Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Meadows Wayside - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pollock Dining Room @ Skyland Resort - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Hawksbill Diner - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Big Meadows Lodge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ciro's Pizza - ‬42 min drive

About this property

Big Meadows Lodge

3-star hotel near Dark Hollow Falls
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Gift shops/newsstands, tour/ticket assistance, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at Big Meadows Lodge. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Luray hotel is smoke free.

  • 97 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 11 buildings
  • Built in 1939
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Big Meadows Lodge offers 97 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Private wine tours

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 11.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 11.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Big Meadows Lodge to the airport?

Big Meadows Lodge is 37.7 mi (60-min drive) away from the Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Meadows Lodge?

As of Oct 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Meadows Lodge on Oct 3, 2025 start from $142.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Big Meadows Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Big Meadows Lodge.

Does Big Meadows Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Big Meadows Lodge, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 10 and 30 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Big Meadows Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Big Meadows Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Big Meadows Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Big Meadows Lodge have a pool?

Big Meadows Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Big Meadows Lodge have a restaurant?

Big Meadows Lodge is home to Spottswood Dining Room, which features American cuisine.

Does Big Meadows Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Big Meadows Lodge to downtown Luray?

Big Meadows Lodge is 0.6 mi away from Big Meadows.