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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

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

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

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

17.2 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

David

SAR 332

SAR 373 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

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

2. The Speckled Trout Outpost

5 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Ben

SAR 563

SAR 632 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a desk with a chair, a sofa, a bathtub, and a television.

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.

3. Quality Inn & Suites Abingdon

17.3 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Walter

SAR 281

SAR 315 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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.

4. Hampton Inn by Hilton Abingdon

18.3 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Andrew

SAR 444

SAR 498 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A view through a window with a metal grid, overlooking a river with a waterfall and lush greenery.

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

5. Damascus Old Mill Inn

5.1 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Timothy

SAR 455

SAR 515 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a bench, a dresser, and two bedside tables with lamps.

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

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

6. Millsap-baker Estate

5.3 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Todd

SAR 372

SAR 417 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

A hotel entrance with a stone pillar, a covered walkway, and a glass door entrance.

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Abingdon

17.3 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Marie

SAR 424

SAR 477 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A staircase with floral carpet leading to a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

A paved pathway leading to a seating area with metal chairs and tables, surrounded by trees and a brick building in the background.

A dining area with a large table, chairs, and a chandelier. There is a piano and a lamp in the background.

8. Wheelers Inn

5.1 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Michael

SAR 438

SAR 492 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 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 modern breakfast bar with a coffee machine, cereal and fruit options, and a yogurt, eggs, and milk dispenser.

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

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Abingdon by IHG

18.4 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Robbie

SAR 443

SAR 497 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A hotel lobby with a kitchen area, a fireplace, and a television mounted above it.

10. Econo Lodge Glade Springs I-81

19.7 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

William

SAR 250

SAR 280 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

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

11. Red Roof Inn Abingdon

17.3 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Jesse

SAR 241

SAR 270 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 Super 8 motel with a Coca-Cola and Pepsi refrigerator, a Coca-Cola vending machine, and a McDonald's sign in the background.

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

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

12. Super 8 by Wyndham Abingdon VA

18.8 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Justin

SAR 223

SAR 251 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with lamps, and a window with curtains.

13. Americourt Hotel

17.4 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Ryan

SAR 444

SAR 506 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

SAR 255

SAR 399 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

15. Mountain Empire Motel

15.3 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Tammy

SAR 203

SAR 231 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 1,143 reviews	View
The Speckled Trout Outpost	9.8 Exceptional 17 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites Abingdon	8.4 Very good 1,004 reviews	View
Hampton Inn by Hilton Abingdon	9.6 Exceptional 395 reviews	View
Damascus Old Mill Inn	9.4 Exceptional 169 reviews	View

Top Backbone Rock Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

The Bristol Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I liked everything."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Abingdon, VA

10/10 Excellent

"The room was immaculate.The staff were very helpful and courteous! I would definitely stay here again! Thank you for your hospitality! 😊"

Damascus Old Mill Inn

10/10 Excellent

"A very special spot next to the stream and waterfall. The staff was excellent. Real eggs for breakfast 😃"

Quality Inn & Suites Abingdon

10/10 Excellent

"Loved Ms. Lori, she was great! Ample parking was great. They had a good selection for breakfast, however, hot water was not provided for tea"

Comfort Suites Abingdon I-81

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff, comfy beds, safe place to sleep! We had an excellent stay!"

Courtyard by Marriott Bristol

8/10 Good

"The hotel was very clean, the atmosphere was nice and pleasant. The room was very clean and bed was comfortable,"

Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol

10/10 Excellent

"Great experiences. We enjoyed our stay"

Wheelers Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely place and very convenient for the brewery and diner. Both highly recommended."

Rustic Updated Cabin in the Heart of the Appalachian High Country

10/10 Excellent

"Nice relaxing and remote area, behind a beautiful old farmhouse!"

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 theater scene.

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Triplett Mill

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs 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 hotel to stay near Backbone Rock Recreation Area?

Damascus Old Mill Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler 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 option is Wheelers Inn, located 3.2 mi (5.1 km) away.

How many hotels are there near Backbone Rock Recreation Area?

Expedia has 69 hotels and other accommodations 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! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Backbone Rock Recreation Area.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Backbone Rock Recreation Area?

To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Backbone Rock Recreation Area, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

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. The Speckled Trout Outpost

3. Quality Inn & Suites Abingdon

4. Hampton Inn by Hilton Abingdon

5. Damascus Old Mill Inn

6. Millsap-baker Estate

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Abingdon

8. Wheelers Inn

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Abingdon by IHG

10. Econo Lodge Glade Springs I-81

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

The Bristol Hotel

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Abingdon, VA

Damascus Old Mill Inn

Quality Inn & Suites Abingdon

Comfort Suites Abingdon I-81

Courtyard by Marriott Bristol

Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol

Wheelers Inn

Rustic Updated Cabin in the Heart of the Appalachian High Country

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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