Peaks of Otter Lodge

3.0 star property
Lodge in Bedford with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

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Lobby
Fireplace
Exterior detail
View from property
Aerial view

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
85554 Blue Ridge Pkwy, Bedford, VA, 24523
  • Peaks of Otter Recreation Area
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Gross Orchard
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Peaks of Otter Winery
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Bedford

At Peaks of Otter Lodge you'll be steps from Jefferson National Forest and 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Peaks of Otter Recreation Area. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Peaks of Otter, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Bedford lodge include Gross Orchard and Buchanan Swinging Bridge.

What's nearby

  • Peaks of Otter Recreation Area - 1 min drive
  • Peaks of Otter Winery - 20 min drive
  • National D-Day Memorial - 24 min drive
  • Natural Bridge State Park - 32 min drive
  • Virginia Safari Park - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peaks of Otter Winery - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Peaks of Otter Lodge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Peaks of Otter Lodge Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪A. J. Gross & Sons - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Absolute Purest Spring Water - ‬27 min drive

About this property

Peaks of Otter Lodge

Lodge in Bedford with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Peaks of Otter Lodge. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Bedford lodge is smoke free.

  • 63 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1964
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Peaks of Otter Lodge offers 63 air-conditioned accommodations, with coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. This Bedford lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 14.99 for adults and USD 9.99 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Peaks of Otter

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • 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.
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 5 November and 26 April.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach 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 available for USD 11.0 per stay.
  • 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 14.99 for adults and from USD 9.99 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 11.0 per stay

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 fire extinguisher
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Peaks Otter Lodge Bedford
Peaks Otter Lodge
Peaks Otter Bedford
Peaks of Otter Lodge Lodge
Peaks of Otter Lodge Bedford
Peaks of Otter Lodge Lodge Bedford

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Peaks of Otter Lodge?

Peaks of Otter Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Peaks of Otter Lodge?

Yep, Peaks of Otter Lodge has a free self car park.

What makes Peaks of Otter Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Peaks of Otter Lodge.

Does Peaks of Otter Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is on offer daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Peaks of Otter Lodge?

No, Peaks of Otter Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Peaks of Otter Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Peaks of Otter Lodge?

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

Peaks of Otter Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 511 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 332 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1000 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MIKE or Carice

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Loved the lodge type facility as opposed to a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Picturesque
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant Stay
Very relaxing and peaceful stay. Views from our balcony were spectacular. Service was lacking, due to staffing shortage, but all the staff there were extremely pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

JACKIE

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
View of the peaks was nice as well as the balcony, facility needs major upgrading, bathroom was needing thorough cleaning, rooms were very noisy to neighbors next door, charged my credit card when I had no additional purchases, shuttle to the peaks was pricey for the experience, dining experience was barely average and pricey, overall disappointing given we choose to spend our 50th wedding anniversary here having visited here 50 years ago on our honeymoon.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

CECILIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tim, Ashland

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property itself is absolutely beautiful. Grounds are pretty well kept and nice view of lake and Peaks of Otter. The bar area is very quaint with friendly staff. Dining room is also nice. The room we had was mediocre at best. It was under the bar area and very noisy until around 10PM. Also, little things like an extremely dirty vent in the bathroom and uncovered electrical box in the bedroom were kind of disappointing, especially considering the price of the room. Hot water in shower was just warm enough to shower comfortably.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like everything about this property. We prefer summer visits though.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice accomodations, excellent friendly staff, good food.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kim

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Peaks of Otter Lodge was very clean and the bathrooms, while small, have been updated. The king bed was very comfortable and the view from our second floor room balcony is so beautiful with Abbott Lake and the beautiful peaks to look at. The grounds of the lodge are very well maintained. We especially enjoyed the mile long walkway that goes around the entire lake. Its just a really nice and relaxing location. We will definitely go back in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Not very accessible for wheelchair or crutch on getting to any rooms other than a few. The breakfast buffet was excellent! And the staff extremely nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Xiaohua

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Front desk receptionist is mean, not willing to help. Room has bad smell. Restaurant view is wonderful, waiters are nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A Tranquil Mountain Escape – Peaks of Otter Lodge Delivers Beyond Expectations. Our stay at Peaks of Otter Lodge was nothing short of enchanting. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, this serene retreat offers an unforgettable connection to nature with its unparalleled views and warm hospitality. From the moment we arrived, we were enveloped in the calming ambiance of the picturesque surroundings—Lake Abbott shimmering in the distance, framed by the towering peaks. The lodge itself strikes the perfect balance between rustic charm and modern comfort. Our room was cozy yet spacious, with a stunning lake view that we woke up to each morning. The private balcony allowed us to enjoy the tranquil atmosphere at all times. But what truly sets Peaks of Otter Lodge apart is its proximity to nature. From scenic hikes up Sharp Top Mountain to peaceful walks around the lake, the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains is always within reach. The lodge’s staff were more than happy to provide helpful tips on trails and nearby attractions, making sure we could explore to our hearts' content. For those seeking a peaceful getaway in the heart of nature, Peaks of Otter Lodge is a must. The quiet, serene atmosphere combined with the thoughtful touches throughout our stay left us feeling refreshed, recharged, and already eager to return. If you’re searching for a true mountain escape, this lodge should be at the top of your list.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I loved our stay here. Our second floor room had a private balcony overlooking the lake. Numerous hikes are in close proximity including a beautiful and very accessible one mile walk around the lake. Our room was very clean, well appointed, and roomy and bed covers soft & fluffy. We took our meals in the dining hall & overall I would rate food as average. We had a wonderful time & will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Anne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I think the property is great but the place is way overpriced. I guess you are paying for location but I regularly stay at a national park on the Blue Ridge and pay much less. The food in the dining room is just okay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Eeeek!
We had a relaxing stay. Room was adequate, king bed was comfy & the views were amazing. The food in dining room was delicious. We definitely would eat there again. Our last morning, there was a MOUSE in our room!!!!! We checked out quickly and won't pick this lodge again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Living Our Second Childhood
Best stay on our trip up the Blue Ridge. A lot going for it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the surroundings and peacefulness.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We booked this last minute and were very happy with the room, location, and the restaurant. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

LJ

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms & restaurant !!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024