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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.

1. Damascus Old Mill Inn

5.1 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Timothy

3.153.000 ₫

3.570.039 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 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 two-story house with a porch, a large tree in front, and a sign for 'The Dancing Bear Inn'.

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

2. Wheelers Inn

5.1 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Michael

3.116.805 ₫

3.500.173 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

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 cozy living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a fireplace.

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

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

17.2 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Michelle

2.268.508 ₫

2.547.534 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

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

4. Millsap-baker Estate

5.3 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Millard

2.575.485 ₫

2.892.348 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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 gym with exercise equipment, a mirrored wall, and a wooden floor.

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

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Abingdon

17.3 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Marie

3.188.138 ₫

3.580.280 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance and a parking area.

A snack store with shelves of various snacks and a counter with a sign reading "TREATS".

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

6. Hampton Inn by Hilton Abingdon

18.3 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Christine S.

2.965.190 ₫

3.329.907 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A hotel room with a red accent wall, a framed picture, a sofa, a coffee table, and a bed with a striped rug.

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.

7. Quality Inn & Suites Abingdon

17.3 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Walter

1.945.922 ₫

2.185.271 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A reception area with a counter, digital check-in kiosks, a refrigerator, and a bench.

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Abingdon by IHG

18.4 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Ginnie

3.070.360 ₫

3.448.013 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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.

9. Alpine Motel

17.5 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Phillip

2.055.185 ₫

2.308.051 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a vanity with a mirror, and a bench.

10. Econo Lodge Glade Springs I-81

19.7 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

William

1.853.309 ₫

2.081.266 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

A reception area with a dark reception desk, a sign indicating free Wi-Fi, and a Red Roof Inn sign above the desk.

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

A spacious living area with a kitchen, a red sofa, a small table with a plant, and a large window with a view of the outside.

11. Red Roof Inn Abingdon

17.3 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Jesse

1.680.569 ₫

1.887.280 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

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

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

1.548.153 ₫

1.738.575 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

13. Americourt Hotel

17.4 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Frankie

2.632.978 ₫

3.001.350 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

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

1.768.760 ₫

2.766.766 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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

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.

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

15. Mountain Empire Motel

15.3 km from Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Tammy

1.560.900 ₫

1.779.426 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Damascus Old Mill Inn	9.4 Exceptional 162 reviews	View
Wheelers Inn	9.4 Exceptional 16 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Abingdon, VA	9.0 Wonderful 1,139 reviews	View
Millsap-baker Estate	8.8 Excellent 206 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Abingdon	9.6 Exceptional 702 reviews	View

Top Backbone Rock Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites Bristol

10/10 Excellent

"The manager is Top Notch took care of me fixed any issue that I had"

Quality Inn & Suites Bristol North

10/10 Excellent

"It’s a 2 day trip to go see my grand kids. We go about once per year . After we found this quality inn it has been our motel of choice both going and coming home. We have probably stayed there 10 times. Friendly staff, nice breakfast, clean room and a comfortable bed. At a reasonable price, what more could I want in a motel."

The Bristol Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel. Close to everything."

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay!! The hotel was well appointed and absolutely spotless!! Bed was super comfy. Desk staff was very personable and professional. Will definitely be back!!"

Spark by Hilton Abingdon I-81 near Fairgrounds

8/10 Good

"I enjoyed a clean room with a comfortable beds. The shower faucet was completely detached from the shower but the shower worked just fine. Parking was easy to find. The bagel, fruit and boiled egg breakfast was simple but sufficient. There were yogurts and bagel toppings (including peanut butter) available all the time. The ice machine is located on the first floor, and I think my room did not have a bucket. But I didn’t need much ice so it worked out. Overall, I would stay again for $70."

General Francis Marion Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome place, stop by if you can"

Quality Inn & Suites Abingdon

8/10 Good

"Decent for the money."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Abingdon, VA

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and helpful staff."

Motel 6 Bristol, VA

10/10 Excellent

"Great 3 night stay for NASCAR Bristol weekend"

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 theatre scene.

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Triplett Mill

You can enjoy retail therapy 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.

How many hotels will I find near Backbone Rock Recreation Area?

Expedia has 69 hotels and other accommodation options 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! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. 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. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Backbone Rock Recreation Area.

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 Town Hall and Damascus Visitor Center and Branch Library.

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Our top choices for Backbone Rock Recreation Area hotels

1. Damascus Old Mill Inn

2. Wheelers Inn

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

4. Millsap-baker Estate

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Abingdon

6. Hampton Inn by Hilton Abingdon

7. Quality Inn & Suites Abingdon

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Abingdon by IHG

9. Alpine Motel

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites Bristol

Quality Inn & Suites Bristol North

The Bristol Hotel

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol

Spark by Hilton Abingdon I-81 near Fairgrounds

General Francis Marion Hotel

Quality Inn & Suites Abingdon

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Abingdon, VA

Motel 6 Bristol, VA

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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