Hillwinds Inn welcomes travelers with its warm hospitality, featuring a lobby fireplace and tranquil terrace. Visitors stay connected with WiFi, enjoy complimentary coffee and tea in the lobby, and benefit from attentive staff who ensure a smooth, comfortable experience.
Located in Downtown Blowing Rock, Hillwinds Inn is in a walkable area in Blowing Rock with good shopping. Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grandfather Mountain. Tweetsie Railroad and Bolick Family Pottery are also worth visiting. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ziplining nearby. Visit our Blowing Rock travel guide
315 Sunset Dr, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605
What's nearby
Moses H. Cone Memorial Park
14 min walk - 1.2 km
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
Getting around
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
104 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A
10 min drive
Circle K
10 min drive
Applebee's Grill + Bar
10 min drive
The Town Tavern
7 min walk
Blue Deer on Main
7 min walk
About this property
Hillwinds Inn
Hotel near Tweetsie Railroad
Hillwinds Inn provides amenities, such as a terrace and a fireplace in reception. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Free self-parking
1 meeting room, smoke-free property and a TV in reception
A banquet hall, concierge services and coffee/tea in reception
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Hillwinds Inn have comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/bath combinations
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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
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
Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
Is Hillwinds Inn pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Hillwinds Inn?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hillwinds Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hillwinds Inn?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is Hillwinds Inn located?
Located in Downtown Blowing Rock, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Blowing Rock Auditorium, Blowing Rock Memorial Park and Benson Hollow. Blowing Rock Art and History Museum and Moses H. Cone Memorial Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hillwinds Inn Reviews
8.4
Very good
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The room was spacious, clean and comfortable. The location makes it easy to get to Main Street too. The staff was frie dly, helpful and kind. A great place to stay!!
Great location in easy walking distance to shopping and dining.
Chris
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Justin
5 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location
Justin
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Thomas
4 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. The staff was courteous and kind. Great location as walking distance to breakfast and main street shopping.
I am a repeat guest. The Inn was very nice and comfortable. Service was poor. I was asked to upgrade my room to avoid staying next to a barking dog. A complimentary upgrade was not offered.
Location had easy access to downtown. Rocking chairs on balcony was enjoyable. Parking was easy. Check in was easy and professionally done. We stayed in the Davidson Suite that was spacious with a king bed, kitchen, sitting area, and large bathroom with shower and jetted tub. Very private 2nd story.
The room was clean, safe and very cozy! The whole property has an adrable oldfashion vibe complete with a real door key, not a card. The rooms were easily accessible with parking right in front of your door. We visited on a very busy weekend and had a room closer to the main road, but it was still quiet. It is in walking distances of all the shops, dining and even the wonderful Blowing Rock Art and History museum. I strongly recommend walking as parking outside of the inn lot is few and far between.
We found this hidden gem after a bad stay in Boone and we hit the jackpot! Ethan was great and offered so many fun ideas on places to visit and the room was so cute and cozy! The bedding was great, the bathroom lighting was the best (lol) and my favorite was a bathtub with hot hot water! The property is perfectly maintained, the location is absolutely perfect and most importantly, very quiet as it’s not on the Main Street so you can get a great night’s sleep snuggled up in the great linens! I can’t wait to go back!
Great location, staff is friendly and room was clean and comfortable. Second time we have stayed there and will be back.
Lori
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
Jody
11 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was very clean. The beds were horrible. For the cost of the room I was expecting a updated room. Was not worth what it cost. Will not be staying again.
The room was super clean and we were walking distance from so many cute shops and delicious restaurants!
Hannah
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
4/10 Poor
Michael A
16 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was VERY small and old but the room was clean. However, the water wouldn’t stay warm the shower so we all had cold showers. Also, the beds were full size instead of queen size.
Michael A
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
Dolores
14 Oct 2025
Did not have a balcony.. room was clean and had enough towels. Parking was right at the door of the unit, did not see help except around evening when someone was at the desk to help me with the TV.
Dolores
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Joe
30 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location is great walkable to several dining options but very quiet. Bed was nice. Bathroom was dated