We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The Tripadvisor website may not display properly.We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

The Inn of the Shenandoah

avatar-imageavatar-imageavatar-image
Traveler (75)
Room & Suite (38)
Dining (10)

View prices for your travel dates

Contact accommodation for availability.
There are similar hotels available.
View all

About

#1 of 2 inns in Luray
Location
4.7
Cleanliness
4.8
Service
4.9
Value
4.6
The Inn of the Shenandoah is an elegantly remodeled Victorian home located in the heart of Luray. In typical European flair, antique glass windows elegantly adorn two mirroring dining and sitting rooms outfitted with beautiful crystal chandeliers. The Inn features three suites outfitted with jacuzzi tubs for two, with outdoor balconies, crystal chandeliers and king or queen beds. The Inn has a large back yard with gardens and is regularly used for special events and weddings. Guests may also choose to stay in the Cottage, directly behind the Inn, which houses two oversized suites with kitchenettes, Jacuzzi bathtubs, and private decks.
Read more
Suggest edits to improve what we show.Improve this listing
Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Free breakfast
Special diet menus
Non-smoking hotel
Shared lounge / TV area
Room features
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
Good to know
HOTEL CLASS
5.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Historic Hotel
Romantic
239Reviews9Q+A56Room tips
Traveler rating
  • 201
  • 21
  • 12
  • 4
  • 1
Time of year
Traveler type
Language
Selected filters
  • Filter
  • English
Popular mentions
Sort by:
Most Recent
avatar-image
AJ S wrote a review Dec 2023
3 contributions1 helpful vote
What can I say. When you stay here you are treated like royalty. At least that's how it was for me and my wife. We were celebrating our 30th anniversary. We stayed here for our honeymoon and wanted a special treat for our 30th. Making the reservations was easy. Normally they close down for the winter starting in December, but they were accommodating and stayed open for us to celebrate our 30th. The house and rooms are well decorated with many antiques and art. We stayed in The Boudoir Suite which consisted of a king size bed in one room and the bath/spa in the other. The bathroom was as big as our bedroom with a separate shower and jacuzzi hot tub. It had its own entrance and private deck area. One other nice advantage was the private parking in the rear with a gated entrance. Art, the resident staff member, was the kindest friendliest person you could have on site. He met all of our needs. When it came to where to go or for things to do, he was honest and had a lot of ideas. The same was for eating out. He lets you know what the reviews were from previous guests along with his own personal experiences. He took in the consideration for my wife's gluten sensitivity and took the time to get her snacks and prepare her breakfasts to be gluten-free. Whenever we saw him he would always ask us how we were doing and if he could get us anything. It was always a pleasure talking with him. We are looking forward to visiting again in the spring to take part in Luray's water, hiking and other outdoors activities. If you are looking for a place to relax with a friendly atmosphere no need to look anywhere else this is the place to go.
Read more
Date of stay: December 2023
Value
Location
Service
Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: Get the guided tour at the Luray Caverns. There is only one per day. It is early but well worth...
See more room tips
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
1 Helpful vote
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
shaefster wrote a review Dec 2023
Lincoln University, Pa2 contributions1 helpful vote
We were making plans for our 40th Anniversary trip, a milestone to be sure. We settled on the Shenandoah Valley in Luray Virginia. It was the right choice. We were able to book our 2 night stay at The Beautiful, Inn of The Shenandoah due to a cancellation. From the moment we arrived, the Innkeeper, Art welcomed us with such warmth. He showed us around the lovely ,well appointed Inn and helped us to our room. We booked the Turret Suite ,which was beautiful, with a King Sized 4 poster bed and jacuzzi. Upon awakening, Art had left beautiful roses at our door for our Anniversary. It was a special touch indeed. We had a delicious crab quiche and vegetable breakfast in the cozy dining area. Art, had also taken the time to put an itinerary together for us to see several highlights on Skyline Drive. I can't tell you how invaluable that was to us. We hiked and visited specific places that Art had suggested. He is a wealth of information. We were overwhelmed by the incredible beauty of this special place. Of course the perfect weather helped. I will tell you, we are planning to return and The Inn of the Shenandoah is at the top of our list. It has easy access to Skyline Drive and has a wonderful ,cozy feel that made our Anniversary celebration indelible. Gratefully , Rob and Joan
Read more
Date of stay: October 2023
Value
Location
Service
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Book early if you can and look for cancellations. That is how we were able to get our reservation.
See more room tips
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
1 Helpful vote
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
kneedonein wrote a review Sep 2023
Philadelphia, PA20 contributions57 helpful votes
Conveniently located on the main thoroughfare of Luray, this lovely, charming, clean bed and breakfast provided all the best bells & whistles and more. A shining example of southern hospitality with little touches like take-away anytime snacks and coffee, fresh flowers for your room, bath salts for the large sunken tub, an in-room refrigerator, and one of the most friendly, accommodating, welcoming innkeepers we've ever encountered. Breakfast was always delicious with multiple offerings. If we ever needed a recommendation or a to-do idea, Innkeeper Art was a font of information. We so appreciated our relaxing and restorative stay here. This place is so much better than staying at a DIY Airbnb!
Read more
Date of stay: August 2023
Value
Location
Service
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
1 Helpful vote
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
YaseminK1 wrote a review Aug 2023
Ankara, Türkiye1 contribution1 helpful vote
We loved our stay at the Inn of Shenandoah. Art is an amazing host, very easy to communicate, knows everything about the area, and is always available for any questions. You will be treated to delicious, fresh pastries, fruit, and juices for breakfast. Rooms are very comfortable with everything you would need including a mini fridge. The inn is a beautiful Victorian house with lots of space to hang out and very close (2-5 minutes of walking) to food and drink options in the town. It's also a great base for hiking, close to Shenandoah NP, Old Rag Mountain, and George Washington State Forest. We're already planning on going back in Fall and would definitely recommend it to anyone who would love to explore the area and hike the nearby mountains.
Read more
Date of stay: August 2023
Value
Location
Service
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
1 Helpful vote
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
Eldon H wrote a review Aug 2023
Ruckersville, Virginia2 contributions1 helpful vote
The Inn of the Shenandoah provides a very pleasant, quiet place to relax. Innkeeper Art was very attentive to our preferences for breakfast, providing lots of healthy choices. Location is perfect for walking to restaurants, shops, and churches. Outside entrances to suites provide easy access. Roses and chocolates were waiting for us by my request for our anniversary.
Read more
Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
1 Helpful vote
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
GrandTour65421646679 wrote a review Aug 2023
1 contribution1 helpful vote
Very charming and incredibly accommodating! Art was a wealth of knowledge about the area and helped fill my itinerary! I was also fortunate enough to meet Matthew and was blow away by his hospitality!
Read more
Date of stay: August 2023
Value
Location
Service
Trip type: Traveled solo
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
1 Helpful vote
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
Scott F wrote a review Aug 2023
Richmond, Virginia1 contribution3 helpful votes
We had a quick weekend stay that was truly an enjoyable time. The architecture of this Victorian home is amazing from the inside to outside; the attention to detail will not go unnoticed. The home is very clean and well maintained, having 3 spacious and beautifully decorated bedrooms. The Innkeeper Art was welcoming, knowledgeable and extremely accommodating. He had plenty of recommendations of places in Luray in which to dine or relax outside enjoying a beverage while listening to live music. For eats, we had lunch at Gathering Grounds Patisserie & Cafe, takeout dinner on the front porch of the Inn from Il Vesuvio Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria and finished our weekend sitting outside for brunch at Mimslyn Inn. For drinks, we tried Hawksbill Brewing Company and West Main Market Beer & Wine Garden which also has live music! On Art’s recommendation, we beat the crowds with an early visit to Luray Caverns for a jaw dropping spectacle...the place is truly inspiring. We plan to be back soon, and participate in a more active adventure, while taking advantage of Art’s recommendations for hikes along Skyline Drive and kayaking down the South Fork Shenandoah River.
Read more
Date of stay: July 2023
Value
Location
Service
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
1 Helpful vote
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
Edward Y wrote a review May 2023
New York City, New York198 contributions28 helpful votes
Spent 2 nights here over Memorial weekend. As soon as we arrived Janina warmly welcomed us and showed us to our room. We stayed in the Turret suite, which had a king size bed, jacuzzi, and a separate reading/tv alcove. The jacuzzi was an enjoyable detail after a long day of hiking. There are bath salts provided as well. Janina cooked us breakfast each morning and we enjoyed the hearty breakfast before our hikes. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay near Shenandoah.
Read more
Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
PanduhJ wrote a review May 2023
Istanbul, Türkiye40 contributions25 helpful votes
We made a last minute decision to visit the Luray area for a weekend, and we are so glad we found the Inn of the Shenandoah. Upon arrival we were greeted by Janina (the owner) and Larry (the sweet doodle). Janina was very welcoming and attentive during our stay and had lots of great recommendations for things to see and places to eat. The Inn is beautiful and we loved the room. Feels like they have thought of everything to make sure their guests are comfortable and enjoy their stay. Breakfast was also wonderful with a wide assortment. We highly recommend anyone visiting Luray, VA to stay at The Inn of the Shenandoah.
Read more
Date of stay: May 2023
Value
Location
Service
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
1 Helpful vote
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
Margaret E wrote a review Nov 2022
The owners are very attentive to guests and every bit of the stay was welcoming and accommodating. From the greeting when you arrive, the little touches in your guest room, and delectable assortments for breakfast, the experience was everything we could have hoped for in a weekend getaway. It is quite evident the owners take pride in their property and the service they provide. We highly recommend anyone visiting Luray, VA to stay at The Inn of the Shenandoah.
Read more
Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Helpful
Share
Previous
123456
Not the right property for you?
There are more places to choose from in the Luray area.
PRICE RANGE
$295 - $328 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
The Victorian Inn
LOCATION
United StatesVirginiaLuray
NUMBER OF ROOMS
5
Prices are the average nightly price provided by our partners and may not include all taxes and fees. Taxes and fees that are shown are estimates only. Please see our partners for more details.
Is This Your Tripadvisor Listing?

Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more.

Claim Your Listing

THE INN OF THE SHENANDOAH - Prices & Reviews (Luray, VA)

Frequently Asked Questions about The Inn of the Shenandoah
Which popular attractions are close to The Inn of the Shenandoah?
Nearby attractions include The Art Space on 211 (0.2 miles), Page Theatres (0.2 miles), and Nest & Hive (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at The Inn of the Shenandoah?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at The Inn of the Shenandoah?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at The Inn of the Shenandoah?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at The Inn of the Shenandoah?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Inn of the Shenandoah?
Conveniently located restaurants include Gathering Grounds Patisserie & Cafe, Broad Porch Coffee, and Main Street Bakery.
Is The Inn of the Shenandoah located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.2 miles away from the center of Luray.