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

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

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

17 km from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Chrisann

SAR 332

SAR 372 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 reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large welcome sign, and a view of the lobby.

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

2. Hampton Inn by Hilton Abingdon

17.2 km from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Andrew

SAR 446

SAR 501 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 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 building with a mural of a landscape and a bicycle, a sidewalk, and a street with lights.

3. The Speckled Trout Outpost

9.7 km from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Ben

SAR 557

SAR 625 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A lobby with teal and gray sofas, a reception desk, and a view through a glass door.

A modern dining area with round tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

An indoor swimming pool with two separate sections, a changing room, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A Comfort Suites hotel with a modern design, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

4. Comfort Suites Abingdon I-81

18.8 km from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Madeline

SAR 309

SAR 347 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a long hallway leading to other rooms.

A cart with coffee and water dispensers, a box of tissues, and a tissue box.

A hotel room with a blue accent wall, a wooden wardrobe, a white table, a chair, a hanging rack with clothes, and a window with sheer curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a mirror.

5. Spark by Hilton Abingdon I-81 near Fairgrounds

18.9 km from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Kevin

SAR 273

SAR 306 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 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 large bed, a fireplace, a desk with a chair, a sofa, a bathtub, and a television.

6. Quality Inn & Suites Abingdon

17.1 km from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Suzanne

SAR 281

SAR 315 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 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 hotel entrance with a stone pillar, a covered walkway, and a glass door entrance.

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

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Abingdon

17.2 km from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Susanna

SAR 460

SAR 516 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

8. Damascus Old Mill Inn

9.8 km from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Michelle

SAR 441

SAR 499 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 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

17.3 km from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Robbie

SAR 443

SAR 497 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A two-story house with a porch, a large tree in front, and a sign for 'The Dancing Bear Inn'.

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

10. Wheelers Inn

9.8 km from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Michael

SAR 401

SAR 451 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 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.

11. Millsap-baker Estate

9.4 km from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Todd

SAR 371

SAR 417 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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

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

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a window providing a view of greenery outside.

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

12. Alpine Motel

17.3 km from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Kevin

SAR 296

SAR 333 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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

A hotel room with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a chair.

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.

13. Super 8 by Wyndham Abingdon VA

17.6 km from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Richard

SAR 223

SAR 251 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

A modern room with two red leather chairs, a wooden table with a plant, and large glass doors leading to a parking area.

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

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

14. Red Roof Inn Abingdon

17.2 km from Backbone Rock Waterfall

jason

SAR 241

SAR 270 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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

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

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

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

15. Americourt Hotel

16 km from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Ryan

SAR 343

SAR 391 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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

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.

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

16. Mountain Empire Motel

14.1 km from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Tammy

SAR 203

SAR 231 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Backbone Rock Waterfall

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Abingdon, VA	9.0 Wonderful 1,144 reviews	View
Hampton Inn by Hilton Abingdon	9.6 Exceptional 399 reviews	View
The Speckled Trout Outpost	9.8 Exceptional 20 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Abingdon I-81	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Spark by Hilton Abingdon I-81 near Fairgrounds	8.8 Excellent 221 reviews	View

Top Backbone Rock Waterfall Hotel Reviews

Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean in and out. Front desk staff was very friendly. And the bartender Brittany provide a very helpful and friendly service."

Travel Inn Bristol near State St

10/10 Excellent

"The employee at the front desk was awesome"

Damascus Old Mill Inn

10/10 Excellent

"AMAZING!! All the way around! Friendly staff, clean amenities, comfortable beds, beautiful views! Already planning our next stay!!"

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol

8/10 Good

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Wheelers Inn

10/10 Excellent

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

Cool Off this Summer in your own 3 acre Mountain Forest!

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed a just plain down right wonderful weekend. The Cozy Cabin was very comfortable and very clean. We enjoyed the fire pit each evening as that was one of the highlights of our stay. Kevin and Fran have done a terrific job by providing everything necessary to enjoy a warm and cozy stay. It was a wonderful way to celebrate Joanna's 70th birthday."

Other attractions near Backbone Rock Waterfall

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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Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Backbone Rock Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Shady Valley.

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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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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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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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Ralph Stout Park

Explore the great outdoors at Ralph Stout Park, a lovely green space in Mountain City. Discover the area's mountain views and restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Backbone Rock Waterfall?

Backbone Rock Waterfall is located in a welcoming area of Shady Valley that travelers like for its mountain views and hiking. You'll find 8 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Backbone Rock Waterfall?

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. You'll find it 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Backbone Rock Waterfall. Other good choices in the area include Wheelers Inn and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Abingdon, VA.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Backbone Rock Waterfall?

Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Backbone Rock Waterfall.

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

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. 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. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Backbone Rock Waterfall.

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

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Our top choices for Backbone Rock Waterfall hotels

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

2. Hampton Inn by Hilton Abingdon

3. The Speckled Trout Outpost

4. Comfort Suites Abingdon I-81

5. Spark by Hilton Abingdon I-81 near Fairgrounds

6. Quality Inn & Suites Abingdon

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Abingdon

8. Damascus Old Mill Inn

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Abingdon by IHG

10. Wheelers Inn

11. Millsap-baker Estate

12. Alpine Motel

13. Super 8 by Wyndham Abingdon VA

14. Red Roof Inn Abingdon

15. Americourt Hotel

16. Mountain Empire Motel

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Top Backbone Rock Waterfall Hotel Reviews

Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol

Travel Inn Bristol near State St

Damascus Old Mill Inn

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol

Wheelers Inn

Cool Off this Summer in your own 3 acre Mountain Forest!

Other attractions near Backbone Rock Waterfall

Harp Mountain

Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Damascus Visitor Center and Branch Library

Damascus Town Park

Triplett Mill

Appalachian Heritage Distillery

Ralph Stout Park

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