Shoulder season. Off-peak. The lull. Whatever you call it, it’s happening right now in the Shenandoah Valley. Between the highest visitation times of fall foliage and spring blooms, the Shenandoah Valley has attractive lodging deals. Oftentimes, ticket prices for some of the attractions are lower as well. Make the most of this “valley” travel season and enjoy the lack of crowds. Hurry before the redbuds bloom and the spring sightseeing begins.
Pick Your Perch
Cuddle season is dying down and the spring hikers have yet to arrive. Cabin deals can be found right now in the Shenandoah Valley, like Montfair Resort Farm‘s 15% off cottage rates through March 31.
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Massanutten Resort makes it easy to get in a few last minute runs on the slope before the snow is gone. Book their Winter Family Fun package for 15% off lodging and a $50 resort gift card.
French luxury is accessible in the Shenandoah Valley at L’Auberge Provencale in Boyce. Be rewarded with a $75 in-room dining credit when you book a Monday and Tuesday night stay before April 1. Only have one night to stay? Book a Sunday, Wednesday, or Thursday night before March 31 to take advantage of the all-inclusive Dine & Stay treatment of afternoon refreshments, a three-course dinner for two, and gourmet breakfast for $395.
The Omni Homestead Resort in Hot Springs is a highly sought luxury escape, and you can capitalize on special savings this season and into the next. Book their “Spring Somewhere New” promo to take 15% off a stay of two nights or more through April 20.
B&Bs of the Shenandoah Valley = Valuable Local Insight
Downtown Lexington is just minutes away from Inn at Brierley Hill, and they have a winter deal that extends to March 31. Stay two or more nights for 30% off each night plus snag a fix for your sweet tooth: chocolate chip cookies.
Family Farmhouse Inn in Mount Jackson is offering 25% off your two night stay between now and April 1. Use the code WINTERLOVE to redeem the discount on your choice of fully stocked, comfortable “cottage” arrangements.
Piney Hill Bed and Breakfast & Cottages in Luray offers a great pastoral view and they have quite a few discount codes to help you save upon booking. Whether you’re paying cash, solo traveling, hold military credentials, or are looking for a last-minute deal, you need to see what they have to offer.
Explore Diverse College Towns
It’s a great time to explore the culturally rich college towns of the Shenandoah Valley. Graduations will lock up lodging soon; make the most of right now.
Starting at the top of the Valley, Winchester is home to Shenandoah University (and the famed Apple Blossom Festival). The best room rates at The George Washington Hotel are now through mid-April – depending on the day of the week – with Sundays and Mondays typically offering the lowest rates.
In Harrisonburg (home of James Madison University and nearby Bridgewater College) prepaying your stay at least seven days in advance at Hotel Madison can equal several extra dollars in your pocket.
Staunton is the home of Mary Baldwin University, and right now is a great time to see stretch your weekend to include “More Mondays” at The Blackburn Inn. As long as your stay includes a Sunday night, you’ll get 20% off the Sunday room rate. When you stay at least three nights at Hotel 24 South in downtown Staunton you can save about $15 per night. Can’t stay that long? Booking and prepaying for your room a week in advance also saves $15.
In Lexington (home of Virginia Military Institute, Washington and Lee University, and nearby Southern Virginia University), The Georges is looking ahead to Easter in April with the excellent deal of Sunday night free when you book Friday and Saturday of Easter weekend!
Save on Things to See and Do
Shenandoah National Park does have an entrance fee, but there are ways to save:
At the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley in Winchester, simply purchasing your ticket online saves you 20%.
Save $10 per person when you purchase your Massanutten Resort Waterpark pass online ahead of your trip.
Are you a Giant or Martin’s shopper? Purchase your ticket for Luray Caverns online and get a second adult ticket for 50% off. Military discounts are also available.
Skyline Caverns in Front Royal rewards your website visit by having you print a coupon to present in person. Doing so will save you $2 off every adult and $1 off every child in your party.
Header Image: Hazel Mountain Overlook by Shenandoah National Park