HILLWINDS INN - BLOWING ROCK, Blowing Rock

Hillwinds Inn - Blowing Rock - A mountain village retreat with fireside lounges and complimentary breakfast

Located in the heart of a charming mountain village, this 3-star Blowing Rock hotel features 20 guest rooms with exterior entries and rocking chairs. Hillwinds Inn provides rooms equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and complimentary WiFi. The property includes two one-bedroom suites with separate living rooms, gas fireplaces, and private balconies. A rustic lodge houses two fireplaces, a casual breakfast room serving hot breakfast with eggs, waffles, sausages, and pastries, and a patio area for outdoor gatherings. Main Street's antique shops and restaurants are a five-minute walk away, while Tweetsie Railroad theme park and Appalachian Ski Mountain are both 7 minutes by car from Hillwinds Inn. Grandfather Mountain sits approximately 20 minutes away by car.

Pros

Complimentary social hour with wine during select weekends and holidays

Large covered outdoor common area for picnics

Safety features include carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and first aid kits

Premium bedding in all guestrooms

Cons

62 miles distance from Tri-Cities Regional airport

Limited on-site dining options