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Relax Inn

Relax Inn offers simple rooms and suites near Skyline Caverns and Shenandoah River State Park. Features outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi, parking, and kid-friendly facilities.

1525 N Shenandoah Ave, Front Royal, VA 22630, United States View on map
7.6/10
Good Based on 142 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Air-conditioned Kid-friendly Golf course
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable stays with friendly service and good value

Visitors appreciate clean, quiet rooms and accommodating hosts, making this motel a practical choice for budget-conscious travelers near local attractions.

Guests often praise

  • Clean, comfortable rooms with fresh linens and good temperature control
  • Friendly and welcoming service from the hosts, noted for personal care and helpfulness
  • Affordable rates that provide good value for a basic, well-maintained property
  • Quiet atmosphere with soundproofing that keeps noise minimal despite full occupancy
  • Reliable Wi-Fi and decent plumbing including good water pressure

Worth knowing

  • The property is somewhat dated with ongoing gradual updates
  • No on-site restaurant, fitness center, or pet-friendly accommodations
  • Outdoor pool is not available, but there is a kids' playground and BBQ grills
  • Parking is free but trash cans on the lot have been reported as overflowing
  • Location near a busy road can result in some noise from vehicles modified to be loud

Best for

  • Budget travelers seeking a simple, clean place to rest without extra frills
  • Families looking for kid-friendly amenities like playground and outdoor spaces
  • Visitors who value personal, friendly service and a quieter motel experience
  • Those planning to explore nearby natural attractions like Skyline Caverns and Shenandoah River State Park
  • Travelers wanting easy access to Interstate 66 and local fast-food dining options
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About this property

Welcome to Relax Inn

Relax Inn is a modest motel located at 1525 N Shenandoah Ave in Front Royal, VA. It offers simple rooms and suites designed for comfort, with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Guests will find an outdoor pool, a kids' playground, and BBQ grills on site, providing basic recreational options without additional dining or fitness facilities.

The property sits about 2 miles from Interstate 66 in a commercial area with several fast-food eateries nearby. This location is practical for visitors looking to explore natural attractions like the Skyline Caverns, roughly 4 miles away, and Shenandoah River State Park, about 10 miles from the motel. The area is popular with outdoor enthusiasts, with the Appalachian National Scenic Trail also within reach.

Guest feedback highlights friendly service and clean, comfortable rooms at a reasonable price point. While the motel shows signs of being somewhat dated, many reviewers appreciate the quiet environment and well-maintained bedding and linens. Some mention minor limitations such as parking lot maintenance and the surrounding road noise, which are typical for motels in this category.

Check-in is from 3:00 PM and check-out by 11:00 AM. The motel accommodates families with children and offers free parking, though it is not pet-friendly and does not have an on-site restaurant. Nearby airports include Dulles International and Ronald Reagan Washington National, both just over an hour’s drive, making it a practical choice for travelers passing through the Front Royal area.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Air-conditioned
Kid-friendly
Golf course

Not available at this property

Pool
Pet-friendly
Restaurant
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

FD
Fanny Dempsey Mar 29, 2026
10

Needed a cheap place to crash, and chose this one as all the others on our way had reviews of fraudulent activity or bed bugs. Shower had adequate pressure , beds were comfortable, and the couple at the service were SUPER friendly and chatty. The motel was fully booked and we didn't hear anyone, so soundproofing is on par. Very happy.

PT
Passepartout Too-Too Mar 26, 2026
8.0

Very clean, fairly quiet. Trash cans on lot overflowing. Not a great setup for working at the desk: little room for the chair & outlets inconveniently located. Password secured WiFi. Fairly good lighting & plumbing.

KP
Ken Palardy Mar 22, 2026
10

It's a nice little place. The owners were lovely. The room was fresh and clean. The property is a bit dated but nowadays there's either well-established older properties or brand new super expensive ones. These folks were wonderful. The bed was comfortable. The sheets and towels looked fresh. And it was a great price. I would definitely stay there again.

JD
Jasmine DarwishOjeda Feb 22, 2026
10

I was honestly so pleasantly surprised by our great stay! The price was amazing for a very clean and warm room. The beds were clean and perfectly made, the bathroom was clean and organized and the hosts were very nice and friendly. It was nice to adjust the temperature when it was freezing out and have the room warm up instantly. No bugs and spotless towels and sheets. Would definitely stay here again.

BS
Brandie Sheets Feb 21, 2026
10

The customer service at check in was great! The room was very nice. The bed was very comfortable! Location is close to a lot of restaurants and Skyline Drive. Will definitely stay again!!

CL
Carrie Louise Jan 19, 2026
10

Found this Beautiful little Gem while while I was traveling with my friend. The couple who we interacted with were absolutely Adorable. Our room was Very Clean and Well taking care of. The inn was very quiet and peaceful. We stayed Friday night and left Saturday morning. We decided to stay Saturday and when we called about the renting a room for Saturday night the couple let us know that they saved the very same room for us just in case we wanted to stay there again. Their kindness towards us was Absolutely Beautiful. So we decided to stay until Monday morning. They recommend great places to eat. The wife took the time to talk to us like she's known us for years. It wasn't a "hey here's your key and see You at checkout" . It was A Great Experience staying here!!! I Highly recommend it. We'll see You next trip!!!

FB
Flame Bilyue Jan 12, 2026
8.0

I'm giving 4 stars because the intentions and service were so good. The room was bright, spacious and clean. The bed was comfortable. There's a clothing or towel hook in the bathroom, which I appreciate and most places don't provide those anymore. Although it appears that they are gradually updating their amenities, there's still quite a few things to improve on. The most important is the stairs. Be careful on the stairs. It's sturdy but some maintenance is needed to level out the edges of the steps. I would definitely stay there again.

KL
Kai Llamas Jan 04, 2026
10

Exactly what I needed: A hot shower and a comfortable bed, so it gets top marks from me. The heater worked. Same with the AC. Water pressure was fantastic. Staff is welcoming and kind. I knew I could rely on them if there was a problem. Outside, the nearest road seems to be populated by vehicles purposely modified to be obnoxiously loud, which is out of the control of the owners. You will probably hear them, which is simply the way of Motels. There is no way someone could possibly get rid of every single hair without burning the building down, so the room was very clean by that standard. I could tell they work hard to clean the rooms, as I know the smell of Lavender Fabuloso anywhere. Good stuff. Would stay again.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Relax Inn

Front Royal, Virginia, USA

Set 2 miles off Interstate 66, this straightforward motel in a commercial area with fast-food eateries is also 4 miles from tours of the Skyline Caverns and 10 miles from Shenandoah River State Park.

  • Warren County Health Department 9 min Walk
  • Fantasyland Park 16 min Walk
  • Dulles International Airport 1 hr 13 Car · 4 hr 40 Transit
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport 1 hr 15 Car · 4 hr 4 Transit
  • Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) 1 hr 42 Car · 4 hr 31 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Virginia. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Appalachian National Scenic Trail 1,348 reviews

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

United States

4.6 · Hiking Area
Skyline Caverns 2,514 reviews

Skyline Caverns

10344 Stonewall Jackson Hwy, Front Royal, VA 22630, United States

4.7 · Tourist Attraction
Shenandoah River State Park 1,676 reviews

Shenandoah River State Park

350 Daughter of Stars Dr, Bentonville, VA 22610, United States

4.7 · State Park
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