The Mimslyn Inn
401 W Main St, Luray, VA 22835-1024
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This refined Georgian Revival inn is only 3 minutes to the Luray Caverns, gardens and museum, and 10.6 miles from the Thornton Gap Entrance of Shenandoah National Park. Each of the 45 rooms has been individually decorated with relaxing color schemes, beautiful fabrics, rich patterns, classic furnishings and modern amenities. Pillow-top bedding provides exceptional comfort. Large windows with natural light illuminate most rooms, allowing the vivid landscape of the outdoors to be seen. In addition to a fine-dining restaurant, Circa '31 and meeting facilities, the inn has a fitness center, a spa and an art deco-inspired cocktail bar known as The Speakeasy. There are also gardens, a gift shop and an art gallery.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Electric vehicle charging station
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Wifi
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Outdoor pool
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Spa
Full body massage
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Grade: 66 out of 100
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401 W Main St, Luray, VA 22835-1024
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Stayed for 12 nights in the Lewis cottage and 1 night in the hotel. The cottage was very nice and would work just fine for a short stay for a family. The pool is literally right behind the cottages which are situated behind and up slope from the hotel. I would recommend speaking directly with someone at the hotel when booking as I believe that the cottages very in size, bath layout, etc. The Lewis Cottage has a two person table in the living/dining area and two queen beds. The shower is in a jetted tub with a very high side and no grab bar, so this could very well be inaccessible to older people. Housekeeping was different each day, but usually made the bed and removed the trash and actually washed a plate and glass in the sink on more than one occasion. They did forget me entirely on one day which was not a huge issue as I was staying alone and had adequate towels, etc. I needed to stay one day more than was planned and even though they were very busy that weekend they were able to give me in a very small room in the Inn itself. The room was very compact but perfectly adequate for my needs. The resident manager and the inn staff were friendly and efficient and I appreciated their efforts to accommodate me. I have stayed at a number of historic hotels and this one has been nicely updated and is very well maintained. I ate one evening at the Speakeasy and it was very good with friendly staff. I did sit on the porch of the Inn one evening which had a lovely mountain view. The entire stay was very quiet and relaxing. There is a hospital next door behind a tree line out of view and a rescue/ambulance service, but they seem to be very careful to not use their sirens when approaching the area. I would recommend the Inn for a nice weekend stay as a couple and the cottages for a short family trip.…
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Room Tip: Speak to the hotel directly about shower access before booking a room as it varies a lot.
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We stayed this past weekend at the Mimslyn for a murder mystery weekend. We rented the Hawksbill Cottage, which was just steps to the quiet cottage pool. The cottage has a great front porch with a fan, a small kitchenette and table, a single bunkbed, and a large bedroom with king size bed. The cottage also features a private, fenced-in hot tub on the side deck. The cottage was clean and private. The only issue we encountered was the shower (which actually appeared to be new) leaked from the bottom, so we had to lay towels around it in order to keep from the floor getting soaked. This certainly wasn't a huge deal for us, but more so something that should be noted with maintenance. We would stay in this cottage again as it was a quick walk to the pool and the main Inn while still being surrounded by beautiful trees, giving it a little private hideaway vibe. It also had a private parking spot! The murder mystery weekend, hosted by Keith and Margo's murder mystery, was an absolute blast! The food was delicious and the servers were so kind and helpful. We are looking forward to another escape to the Mimslyn in the near future!…
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Room Tip: The cottages are perfect for a couples weekend.
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I stayed at the Mimslyn Inn over the weekend and it was very nice. The rooms were nice and clean. The staff was friendly and helpful. The food was top-notch. I just really enjoyed every minute of my stay.
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Room Tip: Get one of the Roosevelt Rooms!
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This was our first time staying at the Mimslyn Inn, we attended a murder mystery weekend. Pleased with the cottage, had a kitchenette and a big bathroom, 2 queen beds and a small living room with a small fireplace. Would of preferred a king size bed but that was not an option. If eating at the restaurant, get the venison meatloaf, best thing on the menu! Dinner price was very reasonable from what we are used to in the DC metro area. The staff was very friendly and responsive to our needs. The town is quaint and they have a very nice walking bath along the creek! Keith and Margo’s murder mystery weekend was a lot of fun, would recommended to friends and family.
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Date of stay: July 2022
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My family stayed here for just one night but we hope to return! The staff was very friendly, our room was large and we had a nice meal in the hotel restaurant. The place is lovely, especially if you enjoy historic inns as we do. I am sure we will be back!
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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My daughter and I stayed one Sunday night during a summer road trip. Our stay was the perfect storm of factors that contributed to a very blah experience. First, from our late afternoon check-in until after dinner, there was not a soul around the Inn other than the girls at the front desk, which gave it a creepy feeling. Second, it was a rainy day and we were put in a room with windows under the portico but whole Inn was very very dark, contributing to the creepy feeling. The restaurants were closed which was very disappointing and the coffee and small, processed muffins they provide in the morning (you must go down to the lobby) are just a sad consolation. We weren’t expecting a 5-star experience but the Inn is tired and could use some all around updating. I wouldn’t stay there again.…
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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First, the Mimslyn Inn is very nicely organized and laid out. Our room large enough, the water pressure in the shower was low, the bed - most comfortable, furniture was nice and properly sized to the room, amenities nice and towels soft. The physical aspects were a four. Not the St. Francis (a 5) but quite nice for Luray, VA. The desk and maintenance and restaurant serving staffs were very good - friendly, personable, professional and just nice people. They were great, helpful and personable to a fault. However, when something as important as food is not good, there is nothing else that no mater how good everything else is, will improve the lowest score. The lowest score wipes everything else out, no matter how good. Mimslyn says they cannot open their restaurants fully. They are partially open, as they cannot hire people to staff them. However, there are a number of very good restaurants in the smallish town of Luray which are quite good and staffed well. I rated Mimslyn at a three for the food in the Speakeasy lounge. I ordered Jaeger (Hunter) Schnitzel there, a dish prepared of meat (pork, veal or game usually) served with a hunter sauce, flavored with mushrooms. In Germany where it originated and US restaurants I am familiar with that serve it . This sauce is flavorful and actually makes the dish delicious. I was stationed with the US Army in Germany in the 70’s and my wife and I have travelled there many times since. I know what good Jaeger Schnitzel should taste like. I also know what bad Jaeger Schnitzel tastes like. That served in the Mimslyn Speakeasy lounge was not flavorful or good. It was bland, in that it had absolutely no flavor. It was buried in mashed potatoes that tasted as if they came from a box. Not good, not even buttery, salty, sweet or any other flavor. Bland. I could not distinguish between the meat or the potato. The hotel is really quite nice. It exudes character. But, I can only give the overall rating that matches that of the lowest score.…
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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My family recently stayed in the White Oak cottage at the Mimslyn Inn while traveling to Shenandoah National Park. This is by far the nicest hotel in the area. The cottage was in pristine condition and very comfortable. We will be staying again the next time we are in the area.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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We stayed for two nights at the Mimslyn Inn in April of 2022 on a visit to Shenandoah National Park. We are parents and an adult son and daughter-in-law, so we took two adjoining rooms. The Inn is a nice hotel with hints of grandeur, in an excellent location for visiting Shenandoah and the other local sights. It has two restaruants, one in the lobby and one on a lower floor, but this was a Covid era visit, so we didn't try either of them, instead choosing to order dinners from nearby restaruants and eating in our room, which was a suite and so had a dining table and chairs. The staff was helpful, if businesslike and not overly friendly. The rooms were well furnished, in a turn of the century style fitting, I suppose, with the style of the Inn. Bathrooms were more modern and quite nice. If there were other amenities to the hotel, we didn't see or make use of them.…
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Room Tip: We stayed in the Roosevent Room, where (they say) Eleanor stayed in 1936 when FDR came to...
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Stopped here for one night with a restaurant combo. Enjoyed our stay. Off season and a weeknight was not crowded. Nice fire going and quite homey. Had a suite which was very large, even the bathroom. Bed was good and room clean. In room heat/air a tad noisy cycling on and off was the only minor issue but just turned it off as the room was warm enough. Coupled with a great dinner at the Speakeasy restaurant made for a nice convenient stop.
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Date of stay: April 2022
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PRICE RANGE
US$219 - US$250 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
the mimslyn hotel luray, mimslyn hotel luray, mimslyn inn
LOCATION
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
45
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Claim Your Listing Frequently Asked Questions about The Mimslyn Inn
Which popular attractions are close to The Mimslyn Inn?
Nearby attractions include Warehouse Art Gallery (0.6 km), Page Theatres (0.7 km), and Shenandoah Moon (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at The Mimslyn Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at The Mimslyn Inn?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to The Mimslyn Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include West Main Market, Gathering Grounds Patisserie & Cafe, and Circa '31 at the Mimslyn Inn.
Are there opportunities to exercise at The Mimslyn Inn?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Is The Mimslyn Inn located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.6 km away from the centre of Luray.
Does The Mimslyn Inn offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Does The Mimslyn Inn have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.
Is The Mimslyn Inn accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access, reduced mobility rooms, and facilities for disabled guests. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.