Cliff Dwellers Inn provides lodging in Blowing Rock, North Carolina, south of the Blue Ridge Parkway. The hotel offers spacious rooms, including suites, some with mountain and lake views. This non-smoking facility is located across from Chetola Lake, providing views for fireworks. It is also pet-friendly, with a charge per pet per night.
Should you book Cliff Dwellers Inn?
A comfortable stay with mountain views and proximity to outdoor activities.
Best for
- Mountain views
- Pet-friendly stays
- Proximity to Blue Ridge Parkway
- Families
Maybe not ideal for
- Some rooms have an additional charge for pets.
Mountain and lake views
Select rooms offer views of the surrounding mountains and Chetola Lake. Enjoy the scenery and watch for fireworks over the lake from designated vantage points.
Room amenities
Accommodations include cable TV, iPod docks, air conditioning, and coffee machines. Some rooms feature fireplaces, full kitchens, or Jacuzzi hot tubs.
Outdoor access
The inn provides a terrace, sun deck, and picnic area. Guests have access to a locked, temperature-controlled equipment room, and cycling opportunities are nearby.
Rooms & rates
King Room
1 king bed
Mountain view · Air conditioning · Flat-screen TV · Coffee machine · Free Wifi · Free toiletries
What you'll enjoy
Gallery
Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Garden
- Cycling
- Free Wifi
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Snack bar
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Air conditioning
- Pet friendly
- Bath
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
Bedroom
- Linens
View
- Mountain view
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
Location
116 Lakeview Terrace, Blowing Rock, NC 28605, United States, Blowing Rock, North Carolina
Cliff Dwellers Inn is located in Blowing Rock, North Carolina.
Things to do nearby
- Blowing Rock 1888 Museummuseum0.7 mi
- Blowing Rock City Parkpark0.7 mi
- Broyhill Parkpark0.8 mi
- Thunder Hill Overlookviewpoint1.5 mi
- Moses Cone Manormuseum1.5 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.8 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 464 guest reviews
Cliff Dwellers Inn earns consistently strong praise for its mountain and lake views, convenient location near Blowing Rock's downtown, and genuinely warm, attentive staff. Rooms are generally comfortable and well-priced, though guests should be aware of the steep access drive, multi-story stair-only layout, and occasional maintenance quirks such as uneven floors and variable water pressure. It's a solid, characterful choice for those who don't mind a retro feel and some physical accessibility limitations.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 22 · average 9.6
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Reviews scoring 7–9: 8 · average 8
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
- Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
- Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Cards accepted at this property
Cash is not accepted
Frequently asked questions
What are the room amenities?
Rooms come with cable TV, iPod docks, seating areas, air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, coffee machines, free WiFi, and mountain views. Some rooms also have fireplaces, full kitchens, or Jacuzzi hot tubs.
Is there parking available?
Yes, free on-site parking is available for guests.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, the inn is pet-friendly, with a charge of $25 per pet per night.
What is the check-in process?
The hotel offers express check-in and check-out services for guests.
Is breakfast served?
Complimentary coffee is served daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
Are there family rooms?
Yes, the Family Suite 205 features two queen beds and a living room with a fireplace. Other suites and rooms may accommodate families.
What is nearby?
The inn is near Chetola Lake (2 minutes walk), the Blue Ridge Parkway, Appalachian Ski Mountain (3.1 km), and several parks and museums in Blowing Rock.
What activities are available?
Guests can enjoy cycling, hiking, and skiing. The inn also provides a locked equipment room for storage.