The Azalea Garden Inn is a lovely little motel situated between the various shops and park on Main…read moreStreet in Blowing Rock & the Chetola Resort area. With a really charming garden area, as well as a little patio/gazebo-type area with firepit, the aesthetics of the place really draw you in. Various shrubbery and window boxes are situated along each room as well. When you walk into your room itself, the wooden panels and rustic-feel provide a sense of comfort. The rooms are generally comfortable, though might be missing an amenity or two. Rooms have Keurigs, for example, but don't include microwaves. The pillows aren't great either. That said, any issues are very minimal. The Azalea Garden Inn is a truly lovely place to stay - so if you're looking for something comforting and rustic? Don't miss out on this gem.

This small retro motel has a can't be beat location making it a certainty that we will return again…read morein the future. Literally parked the car and walked everywhere we went in Blowing Rock for meals and shopping. With parking spaces at a premium in this small popular mountain town the location is a huge selling point. As for the motel itself, as mentioned it is retro with a rustic roadside 1960s feel. That doesn't bother me and in fact I rather like it for mountain destinations. The furnishing and bedding is fine: the carpet however is worn out and stained and probably has a lot to do with the unpleasant dank smell of the room. There is a Keurig and small fridge but no microwave. TV service is only the 3 basic national channels and maybe 4 other lesser stations. WiFi signal was fine. Walls are thin. The hot water shows up but only after a long time of waiting for it. The bathroom itself is more updated with newer tile and fixtures.

Stolen Anniversary My wife & I wanted a little get away…read morefor our anniversary & didn't want to stay at a national chain hotel so we found hemlock. We booked 2 nights for the 10th & 11th nothing major. I wrenched my back pretty bad before we were going had to cancel on the 7th. The owner told my wife no refund & that's OK I understand the cancelation policy but would not let us rebook for a later date. My wife has tried to contact the owner a couple of times & no response. Wanted to book locally but not again in Boone if this is the way they treat guests. So if you book there you better hope life doesn't show up outside of their cancelation policy. Mike Garcia

Stayed overnight .quaint place . This young couple is renovating it and it is going be charming …read more Perfect for a stay

Had a great time staying at this hotel. The rooms were clean and staff were super friendly. The…read morebreakfast was nice. They offered a pretty good selection of food. The complimentary cookies were really good too. I would definitely recommend staying here if you're visiting Boone.

Had the best sleep of my life there two years ago and have been meaning to post. I still think…read moreabout it! Top floor, quiet room. Perfect for someone who never sleeps through the night.

We Love this place and what a view of Grandfather Mountain from the balcony…read more We were recommended by friends of ours who owned a an Air BnB in Morganton area and we have been coming here for the last 4 years, wonderful things to do close by, great food, winery's, Snow if you plan it right or just cooler temps in the summer months. What we did not not like this visit is the Unit, itself is starting to show wear, I burned mysef on the fireplace control as the front panel is broken and flops around and got stuck in the fold up cover that hides the controls and of course while the fire was going. The walls need repainting. They say they will charge you if you do not clean the grill but when we got there it was filthy and we had to clean it to use it, then clean it again at check out. It had been snowing and there had been no attempt to clean or salt the stairs and landings. We had no gas to the unit and Eric, who is an old Navy Vet and very professional and friendly, got us hooked up so the fireplace I eventually burned myself on worked. So yes, I would recommend this place including the unit cause of where it is but keep your expectations a low and be pleasantly pleased. Escape to the Mountains

Let me start by saying the views and property are amazing. The landscaping was beautiful and we…read moreloved how well kept the grounds were. But I'm so glad we didn't make our first visit here in the winter. We would have never gotten up to the condo with how steep the roads were. Our condo was clean and well equipped but we won't return because it wasn't convenient to anything we enjoy doing. Also, as a Verizon customer we had no internet. That was unnerving. I think if you plan on cooking, have a 4x4 vehicle, and don't want to do much other than cook and enjoy the views in your condo, this is a great choice. But we are active with our kids and it was a chore to get on and off the property.

IDK what all the 4- and 5 star reviews are about. Must be talking about a different place. The…read moreSmoketree Lodge in Banner Elk, where I stayed, is ran down, old, smells bad, furniture stained and ripped and broken. 7-foot ceiling feels like a cave. It's dark, dingy, and just plain nasty.

We love this place. Full of character and quite comfortable…read more The lodge is more fun when everything is open, but that's understandable during the pandemic. The beds are comfortable. The scenery is outstanding. Absolutely beautiful scenes out my window every morning. Neat places for a short hike. Well maintained pool. The first night the hot tub had an odor, but they cleaned it and it there were no more odors the rest of the week. The whole place smells kind of like my grandmothers sewing room. Sort of a cedary-musty smell. I have mold allergies, and didn't have issues. So it might just be the smell of old wood. Lots of things to see on the nearby blue ridge parkway. We picnicked at a scenic overlook one day, and at Linville falls the next. Price was right too.

This is a rustic area where you can escape from the hustle and bustle of work life. It is nothing…read morefancy so if you want glamorous accommodation this place is not for you. We have stayed here several times and visited the local wineries and surrounding restaurants and shops. Highly recommend the Mexican Cantina next to Grandfather Winery.

We have been coming to Swiss Mountain Village since the 1980's. This year, we had some technical…read moreissues in our cabin and Vivian was incredibly helpful. She came to help as soon as we called. She was very friendly and knowledgeable. She made our annual stay even more enjoyable. Thank you, Vivian!

I have a lot to say about this place, so settle in for a long review…read more Breakfast Buffet : We love the breakfast buffet. Whether it's just the two of us or we have out-of-town guests, it consistently delivers on quality and variety. The coffee is always hot (and, I'm told, locally sourced). There are indulgent options as well as lighter, healthier choices, so there's something for every mood. We especially appreciate the freshness, cleanliness, and high quality of the food and the quick service means we can be in and out and ready for the day. Overall, the breakfast buffet is excellent value. Dinner : We've dined at the Nu Wray several times and each visit has been excellent. Service is consistently attentive and the food is wonderful. Over multiple visits we've tried many entrees; the roast with sides is our favorite. Portions are generous. They're often enough for leftovers to enjoy later. The dessert and wine selections are a treat. Lodging : We've had the pleasure of seeing several rooms at the Nu Wray and the adjoining Carriage House, each tastefully decorated, meticulously cleaned, and thoughtfully stocked with everything you need for a perfect stay. The inn's attention to detail is evident throughout, and the nods to its history are fascinating to explore. Don't miss the second‑floor balcony overlooking the town square, a gorgeous spot for morning coffee or a nightcap, with cocktails served by the skilled mixologists at the lobby bar. The whole place feels like a step back in time, beautifully and thoughtfully restored. Events : We hosted our twin baby shower at the Nu Wray Inn and are deeply grateful to James, Amanda, and their staff for making it unforgettable. From a personalized menu created just for us to hand‑crafted desserts made fresh by their exceptional baker, every detail was perfect. The food was outstanding, and the service went above and beyond. They took care of us and our guests the entire afternoon, allowing us to relax and enjoy the celebration. This was a once‑in‑a‑lifetime event that we will cherish forever; the beautiful setting, thoughtful touches, and flawless execution made memories we'll carry with us for the rest of our lives. Thank you to everyone at the Nu Wray for making our day so special.

Wow. It has been a few months since we last visited the NuWray. We had a wonderful dinner which…read moreexceeded our expectations. I ordered the shrimp and white fish broiled in garlic butter. Cooked perfectly. It tasted like Walleye and the shrimp were fresh and prepared equally well My wife ordered the fried chicken dinner which was perfectly cooked and not dry or overly cooked Give the hotel restaurant a visit. The service was attentive and appreciated by our small group. We WILL return again.

Beautiful resort nestled in the mountains with ponds sprinkled here n there; lush greenery;…read morewinding roads and various amenities! We stayed in a 2 bed 2 bath unit actually reserved through Airbnb but was serviced through the resort all the same! Our unit was nice! A bit dated here n there mainly in the bathrooms but very nice overall. We didn't really eat on site except for carryout breakfast a couple of mornings so can't really speak to that. It has a family run laid back vibe with a "community cat ". lol I would definitely stay here again. We got confused trying to find the right unit as the map was a bit confusing but aside from that no other complaints!

Food: ordered a hot chocolates. It was tasty…read more Service: the waitress was incredibly nice and super friendly and spent time talking to us and telling us about the resort. Ambiance: located in resort but there is a small restaurant and bar area. Parking: plenty of parking since it was located in the hotel.