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Peaks of Otter Lodge

3.0 star property

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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85554 Blue Ridge Pkwy, Bedford, VA, 24523
  • Place, Peaks of Otter Visitor Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, Liberty University
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Peaks of Otter Lodge

This smoke-free lodge features a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a meeting room. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance and wedding services are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
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 request and hairdryers can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Peaks of Otter Lodge. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Peaks of Otter Visitor Center. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a restaurant are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy local cuisine while dining at Peaks of Otter
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include a meeting room, convenience store and a gift shop
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Jefferson National Forest and 8 minutes on foot from Peaks of Otter Visitor Center
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Peaks of Otter – This restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 on request
  • 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.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1964
  • Local artist showcase
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

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: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a smoke detector
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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

Peaks of Otter Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 527 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 304 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1003 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was terrific and the condition of the lodge was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JoAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very nice, room simple but clean. Beautiful setting
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Samia

Liked: Staff & service
I really liked the place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view of the lake from our room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Amenities
The lodge is one of the most peaceful and pleasant hotels that I have ever stayed at.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always great to visit this beautiful place for a quiet time away.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eugenia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfection!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful place peaceful and quiet and great Staff love this place, good food
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean, resteraunt on site
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Really enjoyed our stay. Only complaint was the room had a musty smell. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was in good condition
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Sunil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and offers a serene spot for relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, perfect place to relax and take in the scenery. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Disliked: Amenities
Wonderful location for great hiking and peaceful environment.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it was all very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Preston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very relaxing. Good food at good prices. Very restful setting. Nice trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Ina Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love the ambiance
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

LJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms & restaurant !!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very cool place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glendacile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, hiking, away from the noise of cities. Great for nature lovers.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rita Marie

Great place

Amazing place. Everything was just super.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of scenery and hiking
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great Lake view!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice experience!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025