Skyland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Just by the Skyland amphitheater is a building, on the top of an incline, facing west to Luray down below. There are four rooms here all with this breathtaking view made all the more gorgeous as the sun travels overhead and changes the color of the world below. At night, the stars are so vibrant that they can be seen while laying in bed. In the evening, the sunset is such an explosion of color it paints the walls. But in the early morning hours as the sun rises, it climbs on the other side of the mountain and slowly, gently, spreads over the valley floor. On this particular morning, it was below freezing and fog spread out through the valley, looking like a white ocean with waves that billowed and changed. The sun slowly burned away the fog, exposing a frost-covered land, and for a moment it felt like we were viewing the depths of a snowflake. If you go to Skyland Resort in Shenandoah, spend the extra bucks for a good room with a view. Nearly all rooms overlook this valley in some way, but we splurged for a king bed and were so lucky to see this sight every morning with a warm cup of coffee in hand. #findyourpark #mountains #nature #virginia #hiking #roadtrips
Just by the Skyland amphitheater is a building, on the top of an incline, facing west to Luray down below. There are four rooms here all with this breathtaking view made all the more gorgeous as the sun travels overhead and changes the color of the world below. At night, the stars are so vibrant that they can be seen while laying in bed. In the evening, the sunset is such an explosion of color it paints the walls. But in the early morning hours as the sun rises, it climbs on the other side of the mountain and slowly, gently, spreads over the valley floor. On this particular morning, it was below freezing and fog spread out through the valley, looking like a white ocean with waves that billowed and changed. The sun slowly burned away the fog, exposing a frost-covered land, and for a moment it felt like we were viewing the depths of a snowflake. If you go to Skyland Resort in Shenandoah, spend the extra bucks for a good room with a view. Nearly all rooms overlook this valley in some way, but we splurged for a king bed and were so lucky to see this sight every morning with a warm cup of coffee in hand. #findyourpark #mountains #nature #virginia #hiking #roadtrips

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Skyland

2 out of 5
Skyline Dr Mile 41.7 & 42.5 Luray VA
Stay at this hotel in Luray. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful location. The current administration should invest funds in the National Parks, rather than divesting from them, and rather than spending untold, mismanaged, hundreds of millions on ballrooms and personal jets. This historied encampment deserves to be kept up ...

Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

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Mimslyn Inn Historic Hotels Of America

Mimslyn Inn Historic Hotels Of America

3 out of 5
401 W Main St Luray VA
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$171 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$171
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Luray. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Room was clean, food was great, staff was friendly. And the views were magnificent!

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Mimslyn Inn Historic Hotels Of America
Postcard Cabins Shenandoah, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Shenandoah, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
2010 Madison Rd Stanardsville VA
The price is NZ$264 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$264
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cabin in Stanardsville. Enjoy free parking, patios and climate control. Popular attractions Green Hills Golf Course and Greene County Library are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
The room was clean and cozy. The view out of the big window was everything.

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Postcard Cabins Shenandoah, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
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Postcard Cabins Shenandoah, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Shenandoah, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
2010 Madison Rd Stanardsville VA
Stay at this cabin in Stanardsville. Enjoy free parking, patios and climate control. Popular attractions Green Hills Golf Course and Greene County Library are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
The room was clean and cozy. The view out of the big window was everything.

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Postcard Cabins Shenandoah, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Falling Leaf Cabin - Rustic Charm With Modern Decor!

Falling Leaf Cabin - Rustic Charm With Modern Decor!

Rileyville VA
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Rileyville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Chalybeate Spring and Fort Valley Public ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (282 reviews)
Cabin was as described and easy access with great communication with the host.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Falling Leaf Cabin - Rustic Charm With Modern Decor!
The Great Escape - Near everything yet off the beaten path

The Great Escape - Near everything yet off the beaten path

Shenandoah VA
Stay at this cabin in Shenandoah. Enjoy a water park, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pitt Spring and Shenandoah Speedway are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (377 reviews)
Very clean and comfortable cabin! Internet and cable service was fantastic. A perfect choice for a romantic getaway in the area!

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

The Great Escape - Near everything yet off the beaten path
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Popular places to visit

This picture is actually the ceiling and it;s reflection in a very shallow pool. A little touristy, but still a great cavern to explore.

Luray Caverns

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Luray Caverns, a lovely green space in Luray. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Luray Caverns
Shenandoah National Park which includes a sunset and mountains as well as a couple

Stony Man

Explore the great outdoors at Stony Man and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Luray. You can seek out the hiking trails in this vibrant area.

Stony Man
Shenandoah National Park which includes forests, tranquil scenes and mountains

Mary's Rock Summit Trailhead

Hike along rugged terrain and amid areas of verdant forest to reach one of the tallest peaks of Shenandoah National Park.

Mary's Rock Summit Trailhead
Eight foot tall hedges creating a pathway of puzzlement, misting fog, and endless confusion! Travel past fountains, through hidden tunnels, and over a lookout tower. ​ Navigate your way through twists and turns while searching for hidden goals on a mission to discover the secret of the maze. Unravel the mystery of the largest hedge maze in the Mid-Atlantic states - a one acre ornamental garden at Luray Caverns. It is a fun filled activity for people of all age groups. The Garden of Maze is right next to the Luray Caverns. So if you plan a trip to see Luray Caverns, you can visit the maze too. Just let loose, get lost and be found at the maze ;) Tip: The view from the lookout tower is beautiful like this one. Just sit back, take in the beauty and relax here. Also, its fun to see people getting lost in the maze ;P

The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns

Explore the great outdoors at The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Luray. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns
View of the Shenandoah Valley and Blue Ridge Mountains at sunrise, from the Massanutten Storybook Trail in Luray, Virginia

Massanutten Storybook Trail

You can take time to visit Massanutten Storybook Trail during your travels to Luray. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.

Massanutten Storybook Trail
The beautiful tiger at the Luray Rescue Zoo. This zoo holds animals that are unable to be cared for any more or should never have become House pets to begin with. The man that owns the place was born and raised in an animal loving family and his respect and love for the animals show through his interactions and knowledge. You can schedule a behind the scenes tour of the zoo if you call ahead. During this tour I was able to pet a porcupine, feeds goats, feed bananas to a lemur, and feed the tiger pictured. An amazing zoo with an amazing story #lurayzoo #rescuezoo

Luray Zoo - A Rescue Zoo

Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Luray Zoo - A Rescue Zoo home during your holiday in Luray? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Luray Zoo - A Rescue Zoo

Activities

Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour

Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour

NZ$45
per traveller
Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour
Indulge in Flavor: A delightful lunch plate featuring three scrumptious sliders including, a savory roast beef slider, chicken and salmon sliders, Then! A sweet finish with dessert and tasty truffles!

Learning Lunch of Wine and Food Pairing with Winemaker Donna

NZ$100
per adult
Learning Lunch of Wine and Food Pairing with Winemaker Donna
You'll gain a solid knowledge of wine basics, pairing concepts, and tasting techniques, enabling you to explore and savor wines with a newfound expertise. Cheers to a voyage of flavor and discovery!

Wine Bootcamp - Led by our winemaker

NZ$101
per adult
Wine Bootcamp - Led by our winemaker
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Luray showing mountains and hiking or walking as well as an individual child

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