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Area Accommodations
REGIONAL CHAMBERS FOR COMPLETE LISTING OF ACCOMMODATIONS For motel recommendations, please contact the below visitor centers. Front Royal has more than 15 motels and is best situated for guests arriving from the North or from the Metro Washington area. Luray, with 7 motels, best serves our guest arriving from the South.

Front Royal Visitor's Center --Closest for Metro Washington guests - - 800-338-2576

Luray Visitor's Center - - - Closest to Skyland and Big Meadows - 888-743-3915 -

OTHER ACCOMMODATIONS IN REGION - we recommend.

Woodward House On Manor Grade B&B - Great Hosts - Front Royal - 800-635-7311

All Star Lodging - South of SRT in Luray and Page Valley - more than 25 cabins and B & Bs 866-780-7827

Hampton Inn - -Front Royal- Located at exit #6 on I-66. This is the intersection of Rt. 340 and I-66 and is just 6 miles from Interstate 81 -Toll Free 800-426-7866 or locally 540-635-1883

Hot Tub Heaven Chalets - Hot Tub Heaven is located in Front Royal in the Blue Ridge Mountains in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley (60 miles west of Washington, DC - but a world away) ... located only minutes from Shenandoah National Park, Sky Meadows State Park, and the start of Skyline Drive. We are dog friendly and open year round. Each season has it's own charm and attractions ... canoeing, hiking, horseback riding, kayaking, antiquing, golfing and fishing. Our three vacation chalets can accomodate one to six people and are fully equipped, with modern kitchens, board games, picnic tables, grills and hot tubs. We look forward to accomodating you on your special mountain vacation. Please visit our website for more information, a list of recommended activities, amenities and pictures. (540)636-1522

Woodruff Collection of Inns - Luray -Several Inns located in Page Valley 540-743-1494

River'd Inn - Elegant retreat with great dining experience and menu - Woodstock, VA - Toll Free: 800- 637-4561

The Cabin at Deer Run Mountain -A modern and very clean cabin located at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains and only 60 miles west of downtown Washington DC. Enjoy the scenic mountain views and watch the deer roam the cottage's 1 acre of pristine land. The cabin sleeps up to 5 people, has 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and about 800 square feet of living space.

CAMPGROUNDS

Low Water Bridge Campground - Our number one recommendation for vehicle accessible camping along the South Fork of the Shenandoah. Located riverside - hot showers - Great for an overnight base camp trip - 540-635-7277

Front Royal Campground - well run - 540-635-2741 Mountain views.

Gooney Creek Campground - small camp, but close to us -540-635-4066

Yogi Bear Jellystone Park - National chain - well run - 16 miles from SRT. At base of Skyline Drive - 800-420-6679

Country Waye - Rt. 340 - 888-765-7222 - Locally owned - friendly folks

Guest-Shenandoah River State Park - Camp on river - limited facilities - Family and group camping available 800-933-PARK

Shenandoah National Park - Skyline Drive - Camp on Skyline Drive or stay in great 1930s - CCC - cabins and lodges. 540-999-3500

George Washington National Forest - Camp on river - Primitive facilities - camping available along river -540-984-4101 Also includes Camp Roosevelt.


Area Attractions

Skyline Line Drive - Shenandoah National Park - Northern entrance is at Front Royal - Closest top Metro Washington area. Great scenic vistas and wildlife viewing opportunities as you travel on the crest of the ancient Blue Ridge Mountains.

Skyline Caverns- Front Royal - Closest Cavern to the Skyline Drive and Metro Washington area. See world famous and rare anthordite formations. Click on Special Programs for discount coupons. For those who are running short of time a visit to the Caverns and a short one hour paddle down the Shenandoah will still leave plenty of time to visit other attractions in the Valley. 800-296-4545

Luray Caverns- Closest Cavern to the Skyland and Big Meadows on the Skyline Drive. Feature an antique auto museum at tour's end. 540-743-6551

Valley Star Farm - Offers pumpkin patch tours and cut ypu own Christmas trees

Civil War - Battle of Front Royal Driving Tour- Explore the Battle of Front Royal from your vehicle. Follow Stonewall Jackson as he surprises and pushes the Union Army north of Front Royal

Bell Boyd Cottage- Visit 1860s Front Royal and the home of The famous and infamous Southern spy, Belle Boyd. 540-636-1446

Golfing - Front Royal - Round out a busy weekend with golfing at one of Front Royal's many golf facilities. Click for a complete list of courses.