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A long wooden table set with glasses and notepads, large windows with a view of a building outside, and a blue wall with a mounted TV.

A modern interior with a teal wall, wooden furniture, a yellow sofa, and artwork.

A picnic setup with a basket, a portable grill, and food items on a blanket in a grassy field with mountains in the background.

1. The Speckled Trout Outpost

6 mi from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Ben

£130

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A waterfall flowing into a river with a red building in the background.

A wooden deck with a railing overlooking a river, with a view of trees and hills in the background.

A view through a window with a metal grid, overlooking a river with a waterfall and lush greenery.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows overlooking a river, and wooden interior design.

2. Damascus Old Mill Inn

6.1 mi from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Timothy

£119

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a long hallway leading to other rooms.

A cart with coffee and water dispensers, a box of tissues, and a tissue box.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a mirror.

A modern cafe with green walls, white tables, and black chairs.

3. Spark by Hilton Abingdon I-81 near Fairgrounds

11.7 mi from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Louis

£69

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

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

10.6 mi from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Michelle

£68

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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.

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

5. Hampton Inn by Hilton Abingdon

10.7 mi from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Christine S.

£97

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

A covered porch with a stone column, a white fence, and a view of a grassy yard with trees.

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

6. Millsap-baker Estate

5.8 mi from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Millard

£84

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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 paved pathway leading to a seating area with metal chairs and tables, surrounded by trees and a brick building in the background.

7. Wheelers Inn

6.1 mi from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Michael

£89

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A lobby with teal and gray sofas, a reception desk, and a view through a glass door.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, green sofa, two ottomans, a large window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern dining area with round tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

An indoor swimming pool with two separate sections, a changing room, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

8. Comfort Suites Abingdon I-81

11.7 mi from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Patricia

£71

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, a tiled floor, and a ceiling with blue lighting.

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

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

A modern living room with blue sofas, a fireplace, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Abingdon

10.7 mi from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Marie

£104

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 sign for Quality Inn & Suites with a stone and brick exterior, surrounded by landscaped garden beds and mulch.

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a desk with a chair, a sofa, a bathtub, and a television.

10. Quality Inn & Suites Abingdon

10.6 mi from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Walter

£63

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

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

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Abingdon by IHG

10.8 mi from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Robbie

£103

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern lobby with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a small table with a lamp.

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.

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

12. Alpine Motel

10.7 mi from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Talha

£67

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a lamp.

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

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

A large, multi-story building with a flat roof and a central staircase.

13. Red Roof Inn Abingdon

10.7 mi from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Jesse

£55

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

A Super 8 motel with a Coca-Cola and Pepsi refrigerator, a Coca-Cola vending machine, and a McDonald's sign in the background.

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.

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Abingdon VA

10.9 mi from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Justin

£50

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a Christmas tree, and festive decorations.

A spacious living area with a large window, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a television.

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".

15. Americourt Hotel

10 mi from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Frankie

£87

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

A room with a desk, a television, a telephone, and a chair.

A motel with a brick facade, a covered parking area, and a playground in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

16. Mountain Empire Motel

8.7 mi from Backbone Rock Waterfall

Tammy

£47

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Backbone Rock Waterfall

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Speckled Trout Outpost	9.8 Exceptional 17 reviews	View
Damascus Old Mill Inn	9.4 Exceptional 162 reviews	View
Spark by Hilton Abingdon I-81 near Fairgrounds	8.8 Excellent 199 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Abingdon, VA	9.0 Wonderful 1,146 reviews	View
Hampton Inn by Hilton Abingdon	9.6 Exceptional 392 reviews	View

Top Backbone Rock Waterfall Hotel Reviews

Spark by Hilton Abingdon I-81 near Fairgrounds

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice"

Bristol Arcadia Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was nice. Rooms were clean. Staff was friendly."

Courtyard by Marriott Bristol

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff and clean room."

Comfort Suites Abingdon I-81

10/10 Excellent

"Best Comfort Suites Hotel I have stayed in, ever. Bed was fantastic, everything else worked very well."

Stunning, Mtn-Top, Lakeview Cabin on Private 8 acres

10/10 Excellent

"We absolutely loved our stay! This place was everything we could have hoped for and more. The view was absolutely breathtaking, and sitting in the hot tub and taking it all in was definitely one of our favorite parts of the trip. The home was exceptionally clean, comfortable, and beautifully maintained. You can tell how much care and attention goes into making this place special. The only suggestion we would make is adding a TV near the hot tub area, as it would make an already amazing experience even better. Other than that, everything was perfect! We had such an amazing time and honestly didn’t want to leave! We will absolutely be staying here again on our next trip next year for our honeymoon. We highly recommend this Vrbo to anyone looking for a relaxing vacation!"

Quality Inn & Suites Abingdon

8/10 Good

"Decent for the money."

Motel 6 Bristol, VA

10/10 Excellent

"Great 3 night stay for NASCAR Bristol weekend"

Peaceful little Cabin located along the banks of a serene Trout Stream

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was perfect for a stay in the mountains. Will definitely be returning"

Cool Off this Summer in your own 3 acre Mountain Forest!

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place, peaceful, clean and thoughtfully appointed."

Other attractions near Backbone Rock Waterfall

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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Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Backbone Rock Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Shady Valley.

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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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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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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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Ralph Stout Park

Explore the great outdoors at Ralph Stout Park, a lovely green space in Mountain City. Discover the area's mountain views and restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Backbone Rock Waterfall?

Backbone Rock Waterfall is located in a welcoming area of Shady Valley that travellers like for its mountain views and hiking. You'll find 8 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Backbone Rock Waterfall?

Damascus Old Mill Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this inn offers free breakfast and a restaurant. You'll find it 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Backbone Rock Waterfall. Other good choices in the area include Wheelers Inn and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Abingdon, VA.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Backbone Rock Waterfall?

Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Backbone Rock Waterfall.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Backbone Rock Waterfall, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Backbone Rock Waterfall.

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Our top choices for Backbone Rock Waterfall hotels

1. The Speckled Trout Outpost

2. Damascus Old Mill Inn

3. Spark by Hilton Abingdon I-81 near Fairgrounds

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

5. Hampton Inn by Hilton Abingdon

6. Millsap-baker Estate

7. Wheelers Inn

8. Comfort Suites Abingdon I-81

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Abingdon

10. Quality Inn & Suites Abingdon

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Abingdon by IHG

12. Alpine Motel

13. Red Roof Inn Abingdon

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Abingdon VA

15. Americourt Hotel

16. Mountain Empire Motel

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Top Backbone Rock Waterfall Hotel Reviews

Spark by Hilton Abingdon I-81 near Fairgrounds

Bristol Arcadia Inn

Courtyard by Marriott Bristol

Comfort Suites Abingdon I-81

Stunning, Mtn-Top, Lakeview Cabin on Private 8 acres

Quality Inn & Suites Abingdon

Motel 6 Bristol, VA

Peaceful little Cabin located along the banks of a serene Trout Stream

Cool Off this Summer in your own 3 acre Mountain Forest!

Other attractions near Backbone Rock Waterfall

Harp Mountain

Backbone Rock Recreation Area

Damascus Visitor Center and Branch Library

Damascus Town Park

Triplett Mill

Appalachian Heritage Distillery

Ralph Stout Park

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