The Washington Inn

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Fries inn

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Standard Triple Room (Endless Sunset)
Standard Double Room (Canoe Cove)
Printers
Exterior
Fridge, microwave

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
509 W Main St, Fries, VA, 24330
  • Wayne Henderson's Workshop
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Blue Ridge Country Club
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Blue Ridge Music Center
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Triple Room (Fiddlers Roost)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Standard Suite (The Hideaway Suite)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Queen Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room (Morning Mist)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room (Starlight)

  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Single Room (Brookside Bliss)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Single Room (Rivers Muse)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Triple Room (Endless Sunset)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

Standard Single Room (Fishermans Den)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room (The Cozy Nook)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Double Room (Canoe Cove)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Double Room (Riverside Refuge)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Fries

In Fries .Stay at this Fries inn and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of New River and 2 miles (3 km) of Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. Jefferson National Forest is within 3 miles (5 km) and City of Galax Municipal Golf Course is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Wayne Henderson's Workshop - 15 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Rex Theater - 16 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Blue Ridge Country Club - 20 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Blue Ridge Music Center - 35 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Fort Chiswell Animal Park - 35 min drive - 33.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Creek Bottom Brewing Company - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪R.J.'s Pizza & Subs - ‬16 min drive

About this property

The Washington Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Fries inn
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Washington Inn also features barbecue grills, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Fries inn.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Dining venue
The Washington Inn offers 12 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Printer
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cleaning fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

509 W Main St
The Washington Inn Inn
The Washington Inn Fries
The Washington Inn Inn Fries

The Washington Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tommy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

River is beautiful! Hotel in need of repairs.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lenise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay

The view from our room was undersold! Great view of the river. That said, there were sizable gaps around the doors, so it was a very good thing the group there was not noisy, or I could have had a grumpy tired hubby. There also seemed to be some kind of family reunion taking place in the common areas, so we felt a little awkward about being there for a lot of our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dirty and poor security

Unattended hotel, keypad entry to both front door & room. Communication was good - prior to arrival, the week after Hurricane Helene, admin texted codes & said they had an event cancellation due to the storm, so no other guests. Inn is renovated nicely but common areas were dirty. A guy was in the kitchen who we assumed was staff. He said nothing and seemed nervous. Upstairs, our room was somewhat clean, but not completely. There was hair and rust in the tub, very little furniture and a mushy bed. When we went back downstairs to explore, the same guy was now asleep on the couch! I called the admin to ask if anyone was working there but she had no idea who it was. She said the owner was “in town” and should she send him over? Well, you’ve said there’s no other guests, no staff onsite and yet there’s a guy sleeping in the common area. Do you need to ask? The owner came and explained this guy works for them, and his home was destroyed in the hurricane. He’d be given a room, and this would not happen again. It was an explanation, but not an apology. He didn’t seem at all concerned about our comfort. Admin later texted to apologize for “inconveniences”. No one seemed to get that this creepy incident made us feel unsafe. A self check-in model doesn’t absolve them of responsibility to make guests feel safe. Even hostels are concerned about security. I don’t recommend this place to anyone concerned about security or cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

George H

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful little spot right on the New River! The beds were very comfortable and the deck on the back was great to enjoy the river! It's pretty basic as far as amenities go - it was nice to have a full kitchen available. I would suggest putting in night lights in the rooms or maybe a lamp or two by the beds. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Great location. This is a unique place with good history. Easy access to dining. Thanks Tim
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cortney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Washington Inn

Very quaint. Very clean. Right on the river with a very nice deck. Historic property, well maintained. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet

Quaint hotel in small town.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

DINAH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the New River view!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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

10/10 Excellent

Marylouise

The simplicity of the accommodations and the beauty of the location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Excellent kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoy the View and the Town

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A small town’s best feature for visitors

We were greeted by the owner…she very graciously showed us around the hotel and gave us a room with a view of the New River. She was very welcoming. The 1902 building has been beautifully restored. The room was great…as a side note, she told us that they would be opening a steakhouse in town in a couple of weeks. The space worked very well for us as a couple. Note that they have rooms and dining options available for scheduling an event for friends and family.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing views!

Fantastic checkin! Our host Cassidy was amazing with communication and showing us around! It’s a beautiful area with the river and sunrise! We had to leave early and I texted Cassidy but didn’t get any response so….I’d recommend a follow up with guests in the future. Would recommend this Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pure perfection in every aspect. The Washington Inn nestled in a quaint historic town off the New River. Spectacular views and so much history. The proprietors were extremely accommodating. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Ernesto

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrible
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025