Hillwinds Inn - Blowing Rock
Blowing Rock hotel with free parking and pet-friendly rooms.
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This hotel in Blowing Rock, North Carolina, offers free parking and accepts pets. Its onsite amenities include two fireplaces, a patio, and a terrace. Located in Blowing Rock, the property is within walking distance of Tanger Outlets. Nearby attractions include Tweetsie Railroad and Appalachian Ski Mountain, both a short drive away.
Should you book Hillwinds Inn - Blowing Rock?
A straightforward hotel stay with common amenities and proximity to local attractions.
Best for
- Free parking
- Pet-friendly stays
- Access to nearby attractions
Maybe not ideal for
- No on-site dining mentioned
On-site comforts
The lodge features two fireplaces for a cozy atmosphere, and a patio and terrace provide outdoor space. Daily housekeeping ensures a tidy environment.
Room essentials
Rooms are equipped with a coffee machine, hairdryer, and a 30-inch flat-screen TV. Guests will also find a microwave and refrigerator for convenience.
Nearby conveniences
Tanger Outlets is just over 1 km away on foot. Tweetsie Railroad and Appalachian Ski Mountain are both accessible within a 7-minute drive.
Rooms & rates
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Free Wifi
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Air conditioning
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Terrace
- Free parking
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Pet friendly
- Bath
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Location
315 Sunset Drive, Blowing Rock, NC 28605, United States, Blowing Rock, North Carolina
Hillwinds Inn - Blowing Rock is located in Blowing Rock, North Carolina.
5 sights nearby, 2 of them within 0.5 mi; the closest is Blowing Rock 1888 Museum at 0.2 mi.
Things to do nearby
- Blowing Rock 1888 Museummuseum0.2 mi
- Blowing Rock City Parkpark0.3 mi
- Round Mountainpeak1.5 mi
- Moses Cone Manormuseum1.5 mi
- Blowing Rockpeak1.5 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.2 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 271 guest reviews
Hillwinds Inn earns consistently positive sentiment primarily for its unbeatable walkable location in Blowing Rock, with guests repeatedly praising its proximity to downtown shops, restaurants, and attractions. Cleanliness and friendly staff are also noted highlights, though recurring practical gripes — noisy AC units, small bathrooms, weak showers, and thin pillows — reflect the limitations of an older property. Overall, guests find it good value for the area, provided expectations are set accordingly.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 13 · average 9
They wrote about: location, room, bathroom
Reviews scoring 7–9: 17 · average 7.7
They wrote about: location, room, cleanliness
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- 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 18
- Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Cards accepted at this property
Cash is not accepted
Frequently asked questions
What parking facilities are available?
The hotel offers free parking for guests, with additional parking facilities on site.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
Yes, the hotel is pet-friendly, with specific pet-friendly rooms available.
What amenities are in the rooms?
Rooms include a coffee machine, hairdryer, 30-inch flat-screen TV, microwave, and refrigerator.
Are there any meeting facilities?
Yes, the hotel has meeting and banquet facilities, though these may incur an additional charge.
What is nearby?
Tanger Outlets is 1.1 km away. Tweetsie Railroad and Appalachian Ski Mountain are a 7-minute drive, and Moses H. Cone Memorial Park is 3.1 miles away.
Does the hotel have WiFi?
Free WiFi is available for guests.
Is daily housekeeping offered?
Yes, daily housekeeping is provided.
Are there facilities for guests with disabilities?
The hotel offers facilities for disabled guests.
Does the hotel have air conditioning?
Yes, air conditioning is available in the rooms.
Can I ski at this hotel?
Skiing is listed as an available activity, and Appalachian Ski Mountain is a short drive away.