Name: The Lofts at Downtown Salem
Address: 10 West Main Street, Virginia, United States of America, Salem City County, US
Price range: $68–$423 per night
Rating: 9.53

What guests think

At The Lofts at Downtown Salem, travelers praise the spacious, apartment-style suites, strong cleanliness, and central, walkable location, while noting occasional downsides like confusing signage and entry instructions, and sporadic noise or parking challenges.

Suites often include full kitchens and laundry, with industrial charm that feels like a home away from home. Guests frequently commend friendly, responsive communication and easy code-based check-in, though on-site staffing can be limited. Onsite dining has been inconsistent, so plan to use the surrounding neighborhood for meals. Overall, expect apartment-style comfort with minimal in-person service.

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Facilities

Secure, code-based entry is common, and parking is often easy, though signage and rules can be confusing and there is no elevator. Onsite restaurants have been inconsistent, with some closures noted.

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Denise

Mar 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious loft, dishwasher, washing machine and kitchen with big fridge is great if you want to reorganise during a road trip. Parking is very convenient too. After calling about the code to open the doors, service was really friendly and swift. I did not like the lack of a duvet on the bed. I found a throw in the closet, but that's not kingsize so I woke up cold. Lighting in the loft is terrible and fans and (neighbours) water piping noises are pretty loud. Door of 211 feels flimsy, light from the hallway coming through under the door, we blocked it with luggage. Town was dark and cold beginning of March after 5 pm, I would not recommend the Lofts for the price paid.

10

Steve

Aug 1, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

What a neat concept for a hotel. The room was beautiful and exceptionally clean. The keyless entry was very convenient as well. The attached restaurants were excellent as well. Overall fantastic experience and would recommend 10/10.

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David

Nov 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautifully restored building and nicely appointed suite. I chose this property due to it\'s location and self-sufficiency, not requiring me to leave the building for food service. Reduced star rating as follows: ✓As a light sleeper, I could hear someone snoring in a nearby room ✓Arriving on a dark, rainy night after traveling all day 1) it was difficult to find the property based on "Loft" signage which is not visible from the street 2) signage for parking was also somewhat obscure and 3) locating the actual entrance required walking around the building (in the rain) 4) no person on duty after 2:30 pm to answer questions/provide info (check-in after 3:00 pm) ✓website has not been updated to indicate that there is no restaurant service, as the (attached) West End Diner is closed indefinitely...per the sign on the door. I received numerous text messages welcoming me and providing door code, but neglecting to provide the previously itemized info. Nice place but disappointed that it wasn\'t as described.

10

Jennifer

Mar 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We enjoyed our 3-night stay at the lofts during a basketball tournament held at the College. It was spring break so it was quiet in town (and the lofts). We enjoyed Main St and the options for coffee and restaurants. We loved the extra space in our loft since my husband was working and found it very comfortable and fun. CVS and Kroger are very close. Parking was very easy every day and night

10

Travis

Nov 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great downtown setting. There is a lot of history in the building and they did a nice job of maintaining the historical feel, but giving the room nice amenities. We ate dinner at the onsite restaurant. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. Would definitely stay again.

10

Lisa

Feb 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very unique room. Secure building. Very clean. Excellent for the price

10

Steven

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cute place, enter by passcode which was new to us. Hard to find from Main Street, and parking was a mystery at first. We weren’t really sure where to go even after we parked. Once we found the entrance and our room everything was fine. Would come again.

8

Jeremy

May 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful lofts, built into the inside of an older building. The inside has a bit of a rustic feel, with modern upgrades. The bed was comfortable, I prefer a soft bed and it was a bit more firm than I prefer. The restaurant/bar on the first floor is closed indefinitely but there are plenty of options within a quick walk. Between breweries, pizza, or a sports eatery, it is a cute town with lots of charm.

10

Benjamin

Jan 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful location and an awesome loft-style room .. only downside is NO elevator. My knees cannot go up and down the stairs carrying heavy luggage.

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Matt

Aug 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Accidentally parked in wrong spot. Got towed hit with 220 dollar towing fine. Had to figure out how to get vehicle out of impound by the way cash only. Seems odd. Sounds like a racket to me. Very disappointed with entire situation. Came to move daughter in for college and this is how guests get treated! Disappointing!

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently praise very clean rooms, with multiple mentions of spotless spaces. A few guests reported issues such as stained bedding, lingering odors, or minor maintenance like slow drains.

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Kathleen

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay, so convenient and clean!

10

Barry

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious rooms. Walk to all the downtown restaurants and shops. Very clean and will definitely stay again

8

Matt

Nov 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Other than the stain that was on the sheets, great place.

10

Lou

Nov 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and quiet

10

Heather

Oct 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was clean and inviting. Entry into the building was easy with a provided code. My first thought walking into the room was “I could live here!” It’s quiet in the building, and Emily (front desk) and housekeeping were very friendly and professional. I’d stay here again.

8

stephanie

Feb 12, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

We've stayed at hotel several times with positive stays. Unfortunately, we were quite disappointed with the overall cleanliness of the common area as well as our efficiency. We were also disappointed with the communication or lack thereof from the manager regarding our issues we had during our stay. We likely will choose a different location for future business stays when in the area.

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brandi

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Urine stained bed was unreal, after taking the sheets off to be washed is when the stains were noticed.

10

George

May 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great value and extremely clean.

10

Marianna

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Apartment was beautiful and spotless. I will stay again!

4

Danielle

Jun 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I enjoyed the location and having options for dining close by. However, the room smelled like smoke and was even worse when the ac fan was on.

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Rooms

Apartment-style layouts feel home-like, often with full kitchens and laundry and attractive industrial design; some units even offer pleasant views. Downsides include thin walls or HVAC noise, light leakage due to blinds, layout quirks, and occasional bed firmness or TV placement limitations.

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Allison

Apr 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A good place to stay but HVAC system was very noisy at times.

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Stacy

Apr 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room, location & cleanliness were awesome! We loved the history of the hotel. Minus one star for the very thin portions between the rooms. . A family came in about 12am and sounded as if they were right in our room. We could clearly hear every word that was said. Unfortunately this lasted in & off for the next several hours. Just wished they would have insulated the walls during renovations.

10

Barry

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious rooms. Walk to all the downtown restaurants and shops. Very clean and will definitely stay again

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Amanda

Mar 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Loft hotel is a very nice place to stay and clean. I love the inside of the building. The only problem we had was hearing the people next to us. Around 1:30am our neighbors were talking and it was so loud and clear it was like they were in the room with us. It was awful trying to sleep.

10

Tina

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Let me just say that they had me the second I opened the door to the suite with it’s breathtaking wood vaulted ceilings…the skylight in the ceiling…the industrial design with it’s sleek modern finishes. Did I mention the views from our loft’s windows? From the steeple of the church across the street against the background of fall leaves foliage to the garden lights just outside of our window that were sprawled across the street below to the outside dining area of the cozy cafe (that serves an absolutely scrumptious breakfast) situated just below our bedroom window’s view, I found myself captivated by the almost magical scene the whole property set. I can not say enough about the impeccable cleanliness of the loft. I accidentally left my sweater upon check out of which a sweet soul that tended to the property quickly located me in the parking lot with my sweater in tow to ensure I didn’t leave there without returning my garment. I have already booked my second stay in less than a week! And looking forward to returning tomorrow 🙂

6

Nicole

May 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There is a significance difference in quality between the first floor and second-floor rooms. Even though this is a queen suite, the bed is a full (not queen), the ceilings are low, the bathroom is smaller, the floors are concrete and there is a musty smell. Huge difference from the rooms I stayed in previously on the second floor (and I’m paying more this time because of Tech graduation, presumably). I was disappointed, especially after talking it up to my husband and others.

10

Suzanne

Oct 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The amenities in the room are exceptional. Feels like a little apartment - home away from home - rather than a hotel. Location is fabulous; easy walk to all of downtown Salem.

10

Greg

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a very nice place, walking distance to things in town. Check in was easy they just text me my entry code for the front door and the room door. The room was very nice and clean. Plenty of space for two people, also included a washer and dryer, full kitchen, and a living room area. My only complaints are, the bedroom had blinds that even when closed at night still left a lot of the Wells Fargo bank light through, and I like to sleep in dark, that light in the bank was very bright and right near the window. A long with the blinds, it be nice if there was some blackout curtains. This does not take away from the room though, just my personal preference when sleeping. The other thing was no tv in the bed room, and the tv in the living room has a card to use Hulu live television, but someone before us must have logged in so the lofts login was not in there. It was too much work to try and figure out one if my own logins so I airplayed some television for my phone. Overall very nice place, it was a nice stop over on our very long travel trip, and we will definitely stay again in the future for that long trip!

10

Kathleen

Apr 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room is beautiful! We have a kitchen and a living area in addition to a nice bedroom area. Highly recommend.

10

Barbara

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place. Pet friendly. Hard bed.

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Service

Staff interactions and communication are frequently praised as friendly and responsive, and code-based check-in usually works smoothly. A few guests struggled to get assistance after hours or found lock instructions unclear.

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Kyle

Nov 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We enjoyed our stay very much. Communication by the property owner/manager was excellent. We will definitely be back!

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Penny

Apr 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was fabulous. The lock wouldn’t open and the innkeeper came immediately to assist. So friendly and helpful.

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Courtney

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Literally no signage and also big signs that say the wrong thing like Blue Ridge Tavern. It took me 10 minutes just to find the place and I had to ask somebody on the street to do it. And now I can’t check in. There’s no phone support and I have no idea which room I am in. So my check-in hasn’t really happened. I’m gonna have to go to a Comfort Inn.

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David

Nov 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautifully restored building and nicely appointed suite. I chose this property due to it\'s location and self-sufficiency, not requiring me to leave the building for food service. Reduced star rating as follows: ✓As a light sleeper, I could hear someone snoring in a nearby room ✓Arriving on a dark, rainy night after traveling all day 1) it was difficult to find the property based on "Loft" signage which is not visible from the street 2) signage for parking was also somewhat obscure and 3) locating the actual entrance required walking around the building (in the rain) 4) no person on duty after 2:30 pm to answer questions/provide info (check-in after 3:00 pm) ✓website has not been updated to indicate that there is no restaurant service, as the (attached) West End Diner is closed indefinitely...per the sign on the door. I received numerous text messages welcoming me and providing door code, but neglecting to provide the previously itemized info. Nice place but disappointed that it wasn\'t as described.

10

MARK

Dec 19, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

So i could not open the door. I called left a message. I got a call back in minutes. The room is beautiful. I will definitely stay again. By the way it was my fault about the door. The person that called me back helped me find the info it was in a message that was sent to me before I checked in.

10

Laurie

Feb 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

They worked with me when I needed to extend and were amazing and so helpful

10

Claire

Nov 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very convenient location. Clean and quiet property. Very helpful, friendly staff.

10

Heather

Oct 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was clean and inviting. Entry into the building was easy with a provided code. My first thought walking into the room was “I could live here!” It’s quiet in the building, and Emily (front desk) and housekeeping were very friendly and professional. I’d stay here again.

10

Christopher

Mar 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This was my first experience at the Lofts at Downtown Salem and I was overly impressed by numerous items. The security of the building was what caught my attention upon arrival. The decor and charm of the interior “lobby” area as well as the room was well appointed. The accommodations were very comfortable with control of the HVAC system and a ceiling fan in the living and bedroom areas. The kitchen and bathroom were very clean and had modern appliances and cabinets. The queen size bed was very comfortable and there were ample pillows! Coffee, tea bags, and travel toiletries were also provided in the room. Finally, the communication received from the property was promptly received, easy to understand and comprehensive for everything needed for the stay. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a place when in the Salem/Roanoke area.

10

Daniel

Dec 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My stay was great. The space was so warm and inviting, and Emily who was working was so nice to talk with. She gave great ideas for food, and things to do in the area. Loved it!

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Location

Central downtown spot with easy walking access to restaurants, coffee, and Roanoke College. Several guests struggled to locate the entrance due to limited or confusing signage.

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Laura

Jun 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This property was centrally located

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Simon

Oct 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We can’t wait to come back to this hotel - so cool and loved the location!

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Courtney

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Literally no signage and also big signs that say the wrong thing like Blue Ridge Tavern. It took me 10 minutes just to find the place and I had to ask somebody on the street to do it. And now I can’t check in. There’s no phone support and I have no idea which room I am in. So my check-in hasn’t really happened. I’m gonna have to go to a Comfort Inn.

10

Barry

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious rooms. Walk to all the downtown restaurants and shops. Very clean and will definitely stay again

10

Megan

Mar 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a great time. This was our second time staying at the Salem motor lofts. It is a great relaxing stay and plenty of things to do in walking distance. Thank you again!

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Heidi

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great trendy loft! Perfect location and walkable to dining spots.

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James

Jan 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

They need better signage; it was a bit difficult to find, but it was a great experience.

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Megan

Jul 5, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This property is very convenient- easy walk to Roanoke College. I like being able to walk to restaurants.

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Brett

Feb 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I've stayed here many times. It's a great value! Nice to be able to walk to nearby things.

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Kathleen

Apr 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We wanted to stay within walking distance of Roanoke College and this was a fabulous spot where we could walk there and all through the sweet town of Salem. Beautiful space with character and well appointed design. We were very happy with our stay here.

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Dining

Nearby dining is plentiful, with guests highlighting coffee spots and breakfast options; some enjoyed attached restaurants when open. However, onsite venues have at times been closed, so availability is inconsistent.

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Steve

Aug 1, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

What a neat concept for a hotel. The room was beautiful and exceptionally clean. The keyless entry was very convenient as well. The attached restaurants were excellent as well. Overall fantastic experience and would recommend 10/10.

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Zacharia

Nov 4, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great little place with wonderful restaurants attached.

8

David

Nov 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautifully restored building and nicely appointed suite. I chose this property due to it\'s location and self-sufficiency, not requiring me to leave the building for food service. Reduced star rating as follows: ✓As a light sleeper, I could hear someone snoring in a nearby room ✓Arriving on a dark, rainy night after traveling all day 1) it was difficult to find the property based on "Loft" signage which is not visible from the street 2) signage for parking was also somewhat obscure and 3) locating the actual entrance required walking around the building (in the rain) 4) no person on duty after 2:30 pm to answer questions/provide info (check-in after 3:00 pm) ✓website has not been updated to indicate that there is no restaurant service, as the (attached) West End Diner is closed indefinitely...per the sign on the door. I received numerous text messages welcoming me and providing door code, but neglecting to provide the previously itemized info. Nice place but disappointed that it wasn\'t as described.

8

Heidi

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great trendy loft! Perfect location and walkable to dining spots.

10

Michael

Sep 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We were looking for a pet-friendly location with a little more than the highway exit locations. We found the Lofts just a few miles off the highway in the old part of town, which was perfect. The property was perfect, very well-appointed, and had everything we needed, including cooking and laundry in our suite. There is plenty of food and beverage options, steps from the hotel.

10

Madeline

Jul 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This property was Amazing and I loved being able to walk right out to the street and find food

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Travis

Nov 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great downtown setting. There is a lot of history in the building and they did a nice job of maintaining the historical feel, but giving the room nice amenities. We ate dinner at the onsite restaurant. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. Would definitely stay again.

10

thomas

Oct 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

it's a really unique place to stay exactly 35 miles from Blacksburg. two really great places to eat breakfast right there, which is always good.

8

Jeremy

May 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful lofts, built into the inside of an older building. The inside has a bit of a rustic feel, with modern upgrades. The bed was comfortable, I prefer a soft bed and it was a bit more firm than I prefer. The restaurant/bar on the first floor is closed indefinitely but there are plenty of options within a quick walk. Between breweries, pizza, or a sports eatery, it is a cute town with lots of charm.

10

Kathryn

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful boutique hotel in a converted left space - beautiful surroundings- and don’t miss the fantastic coffee roaster’s across the street

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Month	Average price
January	$140
February	$158
March	$153
April	$159
May	$179
June	$137
July	$142
August	$193
September	$179
October	$173
November	$184
December	$174

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
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6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15 $123	16 $123	17 $122	18 $180	19 $181
20 $122	21 $151	22 $145	23 $135	24 $141	25	26
27 $123	28 $123	29 $123	30 $123

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $196	2	3 $423
4 $123	5 $123	6 $123	7 $123	8 $68	9 $282	10 $325
11 $123	12 $122	13 $141	14 $123	15 $123	16	17
18 $122	19 $123	20 $123	21 $141	22 $123	23 $211	24 $231
25 $123	26 $123	27 $123	28 $123	29 $123	30 $200	31 $202

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Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

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