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From the website: http://www.dipdogs.net The Dipdog originated in 1957 by Lester Brown, In 1963 interstate 1-81 came thru and a lot of the businesses on Hwy 11 left or got left behind. I think the reason the Dip Dog thrived was that the DipDogs were unique and something different that people could enjoy at a low cost.. Then it was purchased in 1966 by Grant S. Hall Sr. and he owned the DipDog til 1979. The family ran the business. Grant and his wife Olivene and children all worked there. It was a lot of hard work but we also have a lot of good memories that will last a lifetime. Then Grant Jr and Pam purchased the dipdog in 1979 and our children Crystal and Justin also have worked at the Dipdog with us and now we have other family members growing up in the business as well. There have been 50th wedding anniversaries celebrated at the Dipdog along with engagements, and Teenagers going to the prom . We also have had Aerosmith come by and eat with us. We have been listed in the Southern Living Magazine. We have also been in books with the best service. And since 2004-2006 we have been voted Best Overall Restaurant Best Service Best Hamburger Best Hotdogs Best Fries Best Chili Best Ice Cream For all the things we have been voted for and for all the years and the memories we want to say THANK YOU TO OUR CUSTOMERS.
From the website: http://www.dipdogs.net The Dipdog originated in 1957 by Lester Brown, In 1963 interstate 1-81 came thru and a lot of the businesses on Hwy 11 left or got left behind. I think the reason the Dip Dog thrived was that the DipDogs were unique and something different that people could enjoy at a low cost.. Then it was purchased in 1966 by Grant S. Hall Sr. and he owned the DipDog til 1979. The family ran the business. Grant and his wife Olivene and children all worked there. It was a lot of hard work but we also have a lot of good memories that will last a lifetime. Then Grant Jr and Pam purchased the dipdog in 1979 and our children Crystal and Justin also have worked at the Dipdog with us and now we have other family members growing up in the business as well. There have been 50th wedding anniversaries celebrated at the Dipdog along with engagements, and Teenagers going to the prom . We also have had Aerosmith come by and eat with us. We have been listed in the Southern Living Magazine. We have also been in books with the best service. And since 2004-2006 we have been voted Best Overall Restaurant Best Service Best Hamburger Best Hotdogs Best Fries Best Chili Best Ice Cream For all the things we have been voted for and for all the years and the memories we want to say THANK YOU TO OUR CUSTOMERS.
General Francis Marion Hotel

General Francis Marion Hotel

4 out of 5
107 East Main Street Marion VA
The price is ₹8,511 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
₹8,511
₹9,642 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Marion. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
We had a great stay at this historic old hotel! The staff was super friendly and the hotel retained many original features from the 20's and was very charming! "Breakfast" was not much of anything, but it was a good value even without the breakfast.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

General Francis Marion Hotel
Red Roof Inn Marion, VA

Red Roof Inn Marion, VA

2 out of 5
1424 N Main Street Marion VA
The price is ₹5,230 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
₹5,230
₹5,769 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Marion. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rose Lawn Cemetery and Highlands ...
6.6/10 (493 reviews)
Once again the staff was wonderful and treated us like family

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Red Roof Inn Marion, VA
Extended Stay America Suites - Bristol

Extended Stay America Suites - Bristol

2.5 out of 5
134 Salem Drive Bristol VA
The price is ₹4,994 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹4,994
₹6,007 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Woke to see roach on pillow of bed not slept in. Room was clean and well supplied however I found used towel still hanging on back of door in the shower.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Extended Stay America Suites - Bristol
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Cozy Cottage Near Dtwn Dining, Walk to Casino

Cozy Cottage Near Dtwn Dining, Walk to Casino

3 out of 5
Bristol VA
Stay at this cottage in Bristol. Enjoy free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions State Line Centre and Bristol Mall are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
It is a nice place to stay for convenience. Easy to get to and within driving distance of many places in Bristol. The area it is in may be a little run down but I felt safe.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2025

Cozy Cottage Near Dtwn Dining, Walk to Casino
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Hungry Mother State Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hungry Mother State Park during your travels in Marion. Amble around the area's lakeside or experience its entertainment choices.

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Lincoln Theatre

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Emory & Henry College School of Health Sciences

Explore the campus of Emory & Henry College School of Health Sciences as part of your travels around Marion. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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General Francis Marion Hotel

You can find out about the history of Marion with a stop at General Francis Marion Hotel. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

General Francis Marion Hotel

Smyth County Community Hospital

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Rose Lawn Cemetery

Learn about the local history of Marion when you spend time at Rose Lawn Cemetery. Take in the entertainment choices and mountain views in the area.

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