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    Early Blue Motel

    4.2 (20 reviews)
    Open • 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Maplez Mapz D.

    Lovely, charming motel! Definitely recommend this location for the views and hospitality!

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    Anna B.

    Just took a super quick trip to just breathe some good fresh mountain air. We have spent many many vacation and getaways here in North Carolina and have said often let's check out Saluda. Well it's beautiful! This quaint mountain lodge is a gem for sure. The location is amazing as you can see from the pictures. The staff was so genuinely friendly and kind. We had car trouble earlier on our trip which set us back a few hours and the young lady at the front desk was super empathetic and forgiving of us being late. The rooms are "dated" as I read in several reviews however I disagree they are perfectly balanced for the era of the lodge and the surrounding area. You can alway drive to Asheville if you are looking for modern hip place to stay but if you are looking for a clean friendly comfortable setting with breathtaking views. Check this place out! Support Locally Owned business please.

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    David K.

    Saluda Mountain Lodge was a great find on our recent trip to South Carolina. It was easily accessible from the highway, I-26 in North Carolina, only 0.2 tenths of a mile turning left off the exit. It was easy to find with the entrance sign being large and colorful and a drive up the hill revealed a charming strip hotel with beautiful views from both the front and the back. Being just one story tall each unit had parking directly in front for ease of loading and unloading baggage. Checking in was very easy as the proprietors live right on site. Our room was reasonably priced and we found it very clean and comfortable. The king bed was a plus and provided a great night sleep. There was a large screen TV, refrigerator and microwave. The bathroom was very clean and the shower had great water pressure with softened water as an added bonus. The Lodge is located about a mile from downtown Saluda. The town is small and if you enjoy an eclectic mix of shops and restaurants in a glimpse of old town USA you will enjoy spending some time here enjoying the sights and sounds of an era that seems to have gone by BUT still exists for those of us willing to slow down a bit and search out the pieces of America that our heritage was built on. You can bet that the next time we head down I-26 we will plan a stop at the Mountain Lodge and a little time to shop in historic downtown Saluda. Now, it will be good to know that most of the eateries close early so the Subway may be your only choice of 'dining' for the night, but that is a small price to pay for the overall wonderful experience you will have if you take the time to explore one of our remaining small town gems.

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    Fantastic view, charming themed rooms and friendly owners. Stay here when you visit Saluda.

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    Great view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Such a relaxing atmosphere in the outback courtyard . Rooms were very clean and comfy !!!

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    Very cozy & nicely maintained. Rustic charm. Enjoyed the scenery and quiet of this tucked away lodge.

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    “My husband and I were traveling on I-26 and happened to be able stop in at the lodge for the evening!”

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    We booked two King Suite rooms and the overall experience at the Lodge was superb. All of the staff…read morewere professional, courteous and friendly. We initially spoke with Scott when we booked and asked for a scenic view. He delivered extremely well, a fantastic view of the waterfall in the back patio/yard area. Kristy checked us in and she was great. We enjoyed our conversations over the 3 nights. Sonia assisted us during the mornings the mornings and she was also very personable. The rooms suite included a separate bedroom and then the living/kitchen room. All very well-appointed and comfortable. The buffet breakfast staff was excellent, always ready for the 6:30 start. I would only recommend that they add some breakfast potatoes, bread for toast, etc. However, the selection was nice. The Lodge is near all of the sites, including Asheviile. A good center location. We would stay here again during one of our vacations in the area.

    Everything is absolutely first class here. The manager is so personable, which is a great attribute…read moreto a new customer. When he recommends a restaurant, he even mentions favorites that are specialties of the house. But the warm hospitality doesn't end there- it emanates from every person that I met during our stay ! The lady from housekeeping, the front desk personnel, and the breakfast lady ! Not simply a smile and a friendly greeting, but a genuine concern for the quality of our stay, and a friendly word upon parting. It's hard to believe that this quality can exist at the attractive rates offered by this establishment. I have paid 3 or 4 times as much without the fantastic decor of the Lodge, much less the awesome staff ! My wife and I are considering a return visit. We like the Hendersonville area, but we love the Lodge ! 10 stars on a 5 star scale. Best stay anywhere, ever ! The people make the difference.

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    Used it for business purposes and left with positive thoughts. Enough of the safe parking. Shower…read morehas shampoo and body wash. Slow network for work, not only wifi, but my AT&T too

    I was traveling back from Florida (by myself ) and made reservations once I got into North…read moreCarolina. They have an on line reservation system but I'd prefer a standard check in process just because my phone coverage wasn't that great at the rest stop--that's really the only reason for dropping a star. I did speak to a very nice lady who took my information via phone but I still had to fill in a on line form and send a copy of my drivers license once I got off the phone. Got all the information sent in and back--text indicated I was in cabin 27 and had the code for the door. No problem at all getting into the cabin. Cabin was spotless and the queen bed was very comfortable. The cabin had a small fridge and freezer compartment (so I was able to refreeze my cooler blue ice pack and cool down additional sodas for the next day of traveling) and a nice work desk. The bathroom had plenty of nice towels (lots more than I would use--my wife would have LOVED it). WiFi worked great and I had a much-needed break from the road. I would have liked to have information on some of the trails nearby because I would definitely consider coming back to this area. I would definitely stay here again as long as I was traveling without my dogs. I FaceTimed my wife and she really loved the place--she and her sister may come and stay here depending on what trails and other places are in the vicinity. An added bonus (for me) was that the exit from the highway had a Waffle House so I had a place to get breakfast before getting back on the highway.

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