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Big Meadows Lodge

3.0 of 5
Mile 51.2, Skyline Dr, Shenandoah National Park, VA 22849
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Big Meadows Lodge
4.0 of 5 stars 221 Reviews
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What travellers say about this Speciality lodging
  • Blue Ridge Room(7)
  • Skyline Drive(6)
  • Very nice(6)
  • Great view(4)
  • Desk clerk(3)
  • Clean and comfortable(3)
  • Queen beds(3)
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South Seaville
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Earlier this week we spent 3 days at Big Meadows Lodge. We have stayed at Skyland off and on for about 30 years and decided on a change. Big Meadows is much older--more rustic than Skyland. The rooms are small--we opted for the pet friendly rooms with 2 double beds. It was tiny--not even a dresser. We had a great... More

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Shrewsbury, Pennsylvania, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

I had a great stay at the lode. I was there with my mom, my two aunts and my cousin. Our room was beatiful. The cleaning crew where very nice. More

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Chicago, Illinois, United States
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

We stayed for only a few days..right add the season opened. The lodge room was awesome..a great base in the middle of the park..for hiking and photo ops!! We ate several meals at the lodge restaurant..the food was not just run of the mill....it was like gourmet!!! And the service.....ask to be seated in Drucilla's section. We LOVED her...friendly, informative... More

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Antwerp
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2012
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Beautiful stay! We loved it here. You aren’t coming for the luxury, but for the nature. We really enjoyed our stay in our cabin. It was not big and rather dark, but clean and close to nature. We saw a lot of deer’s just a few meters of us. The food is really good (evening and breakfast). Friendly staff. We... More

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snjmom
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2012
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If you are visiting Shenandoah National Park for the trails, the wildlife and the beauty and solitude of the mountains, then stay INSIDE the park at Big Meadow. The rooms are sparse and rustic. There are no TVs and not so "up to date" on modern amenities, but you can't beat the morning quiet and views from your room. Think... More

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Brisbane QLD
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2012
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I loved the lodge. Our room had a fabulous view. The room may have been dated but it has all that you need and it is not somewhere you spend a lot of time. The meals in the restaurant were delicious and the service was wonderful. all staff were helpful and knowledgeable. Would definitely stay here again if we get... More

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Kingston-upon-Hull, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2012

I stayed here with my boyfriend in September 2011 and we had a fantastic time. The service was brilliant and the food in the restaurant was really nice. Watching the sun setting on the balcony near the restaurant overlooking the mountains was amazing and deer were wandering about outside our lodge. We would definately stay here again the next time... More

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Sydney
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2012

I stayed here as part of a tour group back in June 2011. Our tour director seemed to be worried that we wouldn't like the place because it wasn't a 5-star establishment and didn't have all the luxuries and amenities that a 5-star establishment has. He needn't have worried. Speaking for myself, what this place lacked in 5-star amenities, it... More

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Copenhagen
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 November 2011

A great place to stay in Blue Ridge Mountains. My wife and I have stayed there 3 times. Every time a pleasure. If you expect 5 star standard - do not stay here. If you are looking for a place which is in balance with it's surroundings - you have come to right place. The restaurant is servering a nice... More

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Philadelphia,PA
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2011

If looking for a 5 star hotel with amenities; look elsewhere. Here you will find rustic "lodge" rooms with an incredible view in an incredible setting. Set atop the mountain along Skyline Drive you could not ask for a better location, friendlier staff or a warmer, homier place to stay. The front desk staff were delightful in setting my travel... More

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Address: Mile 51.2, Skyline Dr, Shenandoah National Park, VA 22849
Price range (per night):* 132 AUD - 154 AUD

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