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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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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Denver, PA
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45 reviews 45 reviews
21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

The view was spectacular and wonderful. Access to the park was also wonderful. Wildlife right outside the room. Saw deer almost every day from our room. Saw beautiful birds also from our room. Lodge food was excellent in quality, but expensive. The wait staff was excellent both at dinner (Thanks Pam) and Housekeeping (Thanks Stephanie and Ashley). The room (Pet-Friendly... More

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Blacksburg, Virginia
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

I will start by saying - the access you have to the park is fantastic and I love the park - but I was not impressed with either the lodging or the food. Our room had a TV that didn't work, a radio that didn't work and a door that didn't lock. The food was expensive in price and not... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

I can accept "Rustic" but that doesn't mean run down or unclean. The scenery is terrific but my advice would be to see the sights and stay outside the park. The accommodation is not worth the price you have to pay. The walls are paper thin and the wind gusts whistled through the cracks in the doors and windows. While... More

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Currituck, North Carolina, United States
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4 hotel reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

The room description of "quiant' is pretty accurate, your room won't be what you remember about this trip. You'll be ten feet away from spectacular views of the valley, and miles away from some great hikes. Great place to stay. When I found out aramark was the restauraunt sponsor I shrugged my shoulders and expected 'ballpark' food. Really suprised by... More

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Sarpsborg, Norway
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

We've stayed here on two occasions, last time was one night in July 2012. We came back because we liked it so much the first time, and made sure our route passed by this place once more. The first time there we stayed in a historic little room, with one queen bed, alongside the main building (housing the restaurant and... More

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College Park, Maryland, United States
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

the hotel was nice, clean, and the view were just spectacular, especially on Fall with yellowing leaves... worth to see on spring too I guess... went to go hiking afterwards, which is not very far from the hotel.

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Yardley, PA
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

I'm writing this 6 months after my stay in order to contrast Big Meadows 2012 with my more recent Skyland (also in the park) experience. I believe Aramark ran the concessions - namely, the only dining and bar options. I was very pleased with the quality of food, the wine list, the healthy beer selection, and the very fun musical... More

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Reading, PA
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

My husband and I can't believe what took us so long to visit Shenandoah National Park and stay at Big Meadows Lodge. The lodge is historic, quaint and rustic with a beautiful view. It is located right in the middle of the Skyline Drive, with hiking trails closeby and the fabulous Byrd Visitor Center within walking distance. Our room was... More

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Washington, DC
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

My daughters (9 year old twins) and I visit Big Meadows Lodge annually for a weekend getaway- we are coming upon our 4th annual trip. Its always one of the best weekends of our year. The lodge is centrally located in Shenandoah National Park and can give you quick access to many hiking trails, sights and recreational activities. We love... More

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St. Marys, GA
Top Contributor
56 reviews 56 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2012

We chose to have the "halfway" experience of staying in the lodge room instead of camping. This was great as we had our basics and a beautiful view of the valley below. We enjoyed taking in all the ranger programs and filled our day with hikes and programs provided by the National Park Service. We ate breakfast and dinner in... More

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What travellers say

  • Skyline Drive(34)
  • Dining room(16)
  • Very nice(11)
  • Blue Ridge Room(9)
  • Great view(7)
  • Clean and comfortable(4)
  • Desk clerk(3)
  • Queen beds(3)

Additional Information about Big Meadows Lodge

Address: Mile 51.2, Skyline Dr, Shenandoah National Park, VA 22849
Region: United States > Virginia > Shenandoah National Park
Amenities:
Free Parking Restaurant Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 8 Speciality lodging in Shenandoah National Park
Price range (per night): ₹ 7,553 - 10,664
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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Also Known As:
Big Meadows Hotel
Big Meadows Hotel Shenandoah National Park
Big Meadows Virginia
Big Meadow Lodge
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Big Meadows Shenandoah

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