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Hillwinds Inn

3.5 star property
Hotel in Blowing Rock with free parking

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Exterior
Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Exterior detail
Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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315 Sunset Dr, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605
  • Place, Blowing Rock Auditorium
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Benson Hollow
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Blowing Rock Art and History Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room

Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Single Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Single Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Exclusive Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Exclusive Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Blowing Rock

At Hillwinds Inn you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Blowing Rock Auditorium and Blowing Rock Memorial Park. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, a picnic area and a fireplace in the lobby. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Downtown Blowing Rock hotel, attractions include Appalachian Ski Mtn. and Appalachian State University.

What's nearby

  • Blowing Rock Auditorium - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Benson Hollow - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Blowing Rock Memorial Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Blowing Rock Art and History Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Moses H. Cone Memorial Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Town Tavern - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mexican Rock - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Blue Deer on Main - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Blowing Rock Brewing - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Hillwinds Inn

Hotel in Blowing Rock with free parking
As a guest of Hillwinds Inn, you'll find a terrace, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Hillwinds Inn also features concierge services and a fireplace in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Blowing Rock hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Hillwinds Inn offers 20 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Blowing Rock hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Cable televisions are provided. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hillwinds
Hillwinds Blowing Rock
Hillwinds Inn
Hillwinds Inn Blowing Rock
Hillwinds Hotel Blowing Rock
Hillwinds Inn Hotel
Hillwinds Inn Blowing Rock
Hillwinds Inn Hotel Blowing Rock

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hillwinds Inn?

Hillwinds Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Hillwinds Inn?

Yep, Hillwinds Inn has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hillwinds Inn?

No, Hillwinds Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hillwinds Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Hillwinds Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 484 out of 999 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 303 out of 999 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 999 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 999 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 999 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

William, Charlotte

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Tarheel Suite was spacious and the furnishings were comfortable. It was an easy walk to the town and there were many restaurants around Hillwinds Inn. We loved our accommodations and quick response by the staff. We will stay there again and highly recommend,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Homero

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good for the price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy, Mooresville

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Staff & service
The property is old and could use some updating but it was clean. Its a great location to Main Street with easy parking and walkable to shopping and dining. It was pet friendly which is the reason we chose this property. The TV does NOT allow you to stream just FYI.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Anna Paula

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice cozy place very clean well maintained walking distance to food and shopping. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy location, pleasant surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Hillwinds Inn. It is conveniently located with restaurants close by and a short walk to downtown Blowing Rock shopping and dining. We stayed in a room with a balcony and it was clean and spacious. The fridge, sink and microwave were perfect for our two day stay. The bathroom was updated. The staff was very professional and helpful and the grounds were wonderful. Included parking was a pleasure. They allowed us to bring our dog and what a delight that was.The whole town is so dog friendly. Even when I left something behind in the room when we checked out, I easily and promptly got it returned to me just 2 days later. We will definitely stay here again and I could not recommend staying here more. It was a perfect short trip to get away from the summer heat of Charlotte!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

August every year at Hillwinds

We always love being at Hillwinds, have been coming for years every first weekend of August for our family reunion in Vilas. So convenient, you can walk everywhere to shops and dinner!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here twice in the past year and will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to walk to shopping and dinning. Hotel needs some updating and the air conditioning was not great in our sleeping area of the suite. I would surely stay again but updates would be great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Natali

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Late night check-in was easy. Ground floor rooms so we could park in front of our room. Carpet in our room should be replaced. Mattress was soft. Yet for a late night check-in for 1 night stay it was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ali

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Mediocre experience.

Bath floor was dirty. Shower rod sagged and curtain would not stay closed, resulting in lots of water on the floor. One small bar of soap and one small shampoo for two people. Requested more but employee said “he was thru for the day…ask tomorrow”,
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room with kitchenette. Walking distance of historic downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg, Cincinnati

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Blowing Rock
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mary, Lenoir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a classic old inn with convenient location and parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Esther

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location is great walkable to several dining options but very quiet. Bed was nice. Bathroom was dated
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025