Smith River Travel Guide
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Tuggle's Gap Roadside Inn - Blue Ridge Parkway
This place took our money and we're not even open. Then refused to give us a refund when we arrived and found the place completely abandoned! No staff, no renters, no access to main area for food, no breakfast as advertised! Be very wary and don't stay there!!
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
The Lodge at Primland, Auberge Collection
Star gazing & wine tasting was amazing! Staff extremely helpful. Excellent food. Check into the activities available for each day of your stay BEFORE you get there. Book early since the number of people for each activity can be limited. Some activities only available certain days.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Rocky Mount by IHG
The property itself is great. Staff couldn't be any friendlier. I had the Jacuzzi room. Very comfortable with the extra space. Water could have been slightly warmer for the tub. Shower was hothot. A few random hairs in the tub that could have been addressed but overall would stay again.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
RIDGEWAY INN
Room was filthy – carpet looked like it had not been cleaned in decades. Had to pull furniture away from wall to plug in phone charger, there was garbage behind it on the floors. Tub was so dirty. I did not even want to shower. Walls were so thin TV from adjoining room kept me up all night. Would ...
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit
Fairy Stone State Park
You can take time to visit Fairy Stone State Park during your travels to Reserve at Fairystone. Amble around the area's parks or visit its churches.
Lovers Leap Scenic Overlook
Explore the great outdoors at Lovers Leap Scenic Overlook, a lovely green space in Stuart. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Wood Brothers Racing Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Wood Brothers Racing Museum during your travels in Smith River. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
Fred Clifton Park
Explore the great outdoors at Fred Clifton Park, a lovely green space in Stuart. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Fairystone Farms
You can take time to visit Fairystone Farms during your travels to Smith River.
Stanburn Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Stanburn Winery during your travels to Peters Creek. Amble around the area's forests or visit its spas.
