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A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a sign indicating it is a Country Inn & Suites.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

A wooden bookshelf with books, decorative items, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a central island with a microwave, toaster, and coffee maker, and a dining area with wooden tables and chairs.

1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Abingdon, VA

17.2 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Chrisann

₹8,383

₹9,414 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A breakfast area with a counter, various food items, and a sign advertising waffles.

A snack store with shelves of various snacks and a counter with a sign reading "TREATS".

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance and a parking area.

A modern hotel with a prominent sign, a well-maintained gravel area, and a clear sky.

2. Hampton Inn by Hilton Abingdon

18.3 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Andrew

₹10,962

₹12,310 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern interior with a teal wall, wooden furniture, a yellow sofa, and artwork.

A long wooden table set with glasses and notepads, large windows with a view of a building outside, and a blue wall with a mounted TV.

A picnic setup with a basket, a portable grill, and food items on a blanket in a grassy field with mountains in the background.

3. The Speckled Trout Outpost

5 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Ben

₹14,014

₹15,737 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A bar area with a stone fireplace, leather chairs, a wooden table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a yellow facade, large entrance with arches, and a parking lot with several cars.

A sign for Quality Inn & Suites with a stone and brick exterior, surrounded by landscaped garden beds and mulch.

A hotel room with a red accent wall, a framed picture, a sofa, a coffee table, and a bed with a striped rug.

4. Quality Inn & Suites Abingdon

17.3 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

James

₹7,093

₹7,965 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, a tiled floor, and a ceiling with blue lighting.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including booths and tables with chairs, a counter with a menu, and a television screen.

A modern living room with blue sofas, a fireplace, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

A gym with exercise equipment, a mirrored wall, and a wooden floor.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Abingdon

17.3 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Susanna

₹11,577

₹13,001 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A modern indoor space with a large window, a dining table, and several chairs.

A hotel room with two green armchairs, a small table, a floor lamp, and three framed artworks on the wall.

A reception area with a counter, digital check-in kiosks, a refrigerator, and a bench.

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Abingdon by IHG

18.4 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Robbie

₹11,147

₹12,518 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden deck with a railing overlooking a river, with a view of trees and hills in the background.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows overlooking a river, and wooden interior design.

A waterfall flowing into a river with a red building in the background.

A cozy room with a wooden bench, a round table, and a Christmas tree.

7. Damascus Old Mill Inn

5.1 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Michelle

₹11,491

₹13,011 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel room with a large white bathtub, a television on a dresser, and a chair.

A hotel room with a desk, a television, a sofa, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a TV, a desk, and a lamp.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a vanity with a mirror, and a bench.

8. Econo Lodge Glade Springs I-81

19.7 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

William

₹6,281

₹7,054 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern lobby with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a small table with a lamp.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

A kitchen counter with coffee machines, a blender, and various kitchen utensils.

A motel with a covered parking area, a flagpole with an American flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

9. Alpine Motel

17.5 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Kevin

₹7,463

₹8,381 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A two-story house with a porch, a swing, and a well-lit front yard at dusk.

A house with a red exterior and a small shed in a yard with yellow leaves.

A covered porch with a stone column, a white fence, and a view of a grassy yard with trees.

A room with wooden paneled walls, a vintage stove, and a chandelier.

10. Millsap-baker Estate

5.3 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

"The mattress on the bed was excellent, though the pillows could be better. The interior spaces were full of a huge array of fine antiques. The exterior spaces are under construction or in need of maintenance. Breakfast was a true Southern experience and a good fit if you are planning to bike the Virginia Creeper. The bathrooms are shared among the guests with the exception of the Honeymoon Suite, which is huge. The estate is minutes from the trail and the outfitters who support bikers and...

Richard

₹9,352

₹10,503 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a lamp.

A large, multi-story building with a flat roof and a central staircase.

A Dr. Pepper vending machine and a water dispenser in a commercial setting.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a wooden countertop, and a red pendant light.

11. Red Roof Inn Abingdon

17.3 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

jason

₹5,833

₹6,550 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large waterfall painting on the wall.

A hotel room with a TV on a wooden cabinet, a red leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a striped carpet.

A hotel room with a dining area, kitchenette, and a view of the outside.

A Super 8 motel with a Coca-Cola and Pepsi refrigerator, a Coca-Cola vending machine, and a McDonald's sign in the background.

12. Super 8 by Wyndham Abingdon VA

18.8 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Richard

₹5,621

₹6,312 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a Christmas tree, and festive decorations.

A spacious living area with a large window, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a television.

A spacious room with large windows, a sofa, a coffee table, and a door marked "EXIT".

A building with a stone facade, a red door, and a covered entrance.

13. Americourt Hotel

17.4 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Ryan

₹8,642

₹9,851 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A motel with a covered parking area, a single-story building, and a balcony on the right side.

A reception desk with a framed welcome sign, two patterned armchairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a wall-mounted clock.

A two-story motel with a green roof, covered parking area, and a staircase leading to the upper floor.

A Knights Inn with a covered parking area, a visible exit sign, and a building with a balcony.

14. Rodeway Inn

19.8 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Tina

₹6,447

₹10,085 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A building with a blue and white facade, large windows, and a parking lot.

A motel with a brick facade, a covered parking area, and a playground in the background.

A room with a desk, a television, a telephone, and a chair.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, towel rack, and a light fixture.

15. Mountain Empire Motel

15.3 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Tammy

₹5,158

₹5,880 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Abingdon, VA	9.0 Wonderful 1,145 reviews	View
Hampton Inn by Hilton Abingdon	9.6 Exceptional 399 reviews	View
The Speckled Trout Outpost	9.8 Exceptional 21 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites Abingdon	8.4 Very good 1,008 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Abingdon	9.6 Exceptional 710 reviews	View

Top Backbone Rock Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn & Suites Abingdon

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean, bed was comfortable and breakfast was fresh and hot!"

Motel 6 Bristol, VA

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, very basic. Perfect for our weekend. No bells and whistles, but very nice TV. We would stay again!"

The Bristol Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice unique hotel that receives an A+ all around from me."

Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms nice beds. Staff was nice."

Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

8/10 Good

"Updated Hotel. They serve a great breakfast that is sourced from local businesses. Coffee, teas, and cookies in the evening. They offer a nice shop at the front desk. Close to downtown Boone and a great location for surrounding locations. Hotel was clean and quite. The only downfall was the pillows were flat even the firmer ones. Since they are down they went flat. This caused a lot of tossing and turning. Overall we loved this hotel and all it offered. If we get to come back to the area we will stay here and bring our pillows. Thank you for a great experience."

Spark by Hilton Abingdon I-81 near Fairgrounds

10/10 Excellent

"We were in town to do some outdoor activities and decided to stay at the Spark. At first we had some doubts due to low price and potential location. We were more than pleasantly surprised! Checking in was not only easy, it was enjoyable. The desk agent was so friendly and the manager personally gave us cold bottles of waters and local restaurant recommendations. The property was clean, updated, safe and although close to the interstate not at all seedy. Comfy bed, clean, just to the point. We are hotel snobs and it exceeded our expectations."

Quality Inn & Suites Bristol North

8/10 Good

"The shades did not work"

The Sessions Hotel, Bristol, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

8/10 Good

"Our stay was fabulous except for the rooftop bartender. A miserable man."

Travel Inn Bristol near State St

10/10 Excellent

"The employee at the front desk was awesome"

Other attractions near Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Damascus Visitor Center and Branch Library

Damascus Visitor Center and Branch Library is just one of the places to see in Damascus, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Damascus Town Park

Explore the great outdoors at Damascus Town Park, a lovely green space in Damascus. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Appalachian Heritage Distillery

You can take time to visit Appalachian Heritage Distillery during your travels to Damascus. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Backbone Rock Waterfall

10.0/10 (1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Backbone Rock Waterfall during your travels in Shady Valley. Experience the area's entertainment venues and theatre scene.

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Triplett Mill

You can enjoy retail therapy at Triplett Mill during your stay in Damascus. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Fodderstack Mountain

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Fodderstack Mountain during your travels in Laurel Bloomery. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Harp Mountain

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Harp Mountain during your travels in Bristol. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Backbone Rock Recreation Area?

Backbone Rock Recreation Area is located in Shady Valley. You'll find 69 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Backbone Rock Recreation Area?

Damascus Old Mill Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this inn offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Backbone Rock Recreation Area. Another good choice is Wheelers Inn, located 3.2 mi (5.1 km) away.

How many hotels will I find near Backbone Rock Recreation Area?

Expedia has 69 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Backbone Rock Recreation Area.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Backbone Rock Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Backbone Rock Recreation Area.

What can I see and do near Backbone Rock Recreation Area?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Virginia Creeper Damascus and Damascus Town Park. You can enjoy nature at Backbone Rock Waterfall, Fodderstack Mountain or Harp Mountain. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you might plan a visit to Damascus Visitor Center and Branch Library and Damascus Town Hall.

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Our top choices for Backbone Rock Recreation Area hotels

1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Abingdon, VA

2. Hampton Inn by Hilton Abingdon

3. The Speckled Trout Outpost

4. Quality Inn & Suites Abingdon

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Abingdon

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Abingdon by IHG

7. Damascus Old Mill Inn

8. Econo Lodge Glade Springs I-81

9. Alpine Motel

10. Millsap-baker Estate

11. Red Roof Inn Abingdon

12. Super 8 by Wyndham Abingdon VA

13. Americourt Hotel

14. Rodeway Inn

15. Mountain Empire Motel

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Top Backbone Rock Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn & Suites Abingdon

Motel 6 Bristol, VA

The Bristol Hotel

Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol

Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Spark by Hilton Abingdon I-81 near Fairgrounds

Quality Inn & Suites Bristol North

The Sessions Hotel, Bristol, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Travel Inn Bristol near State St

Other attractions near Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Damascus Visitor Center and Branch Library

Damascus Town Park

Appalachian Heritage Distillery

Backbone Rock Waterfall

Triplett Mill

Fodderstack Mountain

Harp Mountain

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