Cardinal Inn sits just a short distance from The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns. Visitors wander through garden-filled grounds and gather around barbecue grills for impromptu picnics. The staff earns consistent praise for their helpful service and local knowledge.
Luray is home to Cardinal Inn. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Luray Caverns and Thorton Gap Entrance Shenandoah, while Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park and The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns are popular area attractions. Luray Valley Museum and Caverns Country Club are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Luray travel guide
1005 East Main Street, Luray, VA, 22835
What's nearby
Luray Caverns
4 min drive - 4.9 km
Massanutten Storybook Trail
20 min drive - 18.9 km
Warehouse Art Gallery
3 min drive - 1.8 km
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park
4 min drive - 4.9 km
Thorton Gap Entrance Shenandoah
11 min drive - 14.6 km
Getting around
Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)
97 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
7 min drive
Hardee's
11 min walk
Dominico's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria
10 min walk
West Main Market
3 min drive
Broad Porch Luray
3 min drive
About this property
Cardinal Inn
Hotel near Luray Caverns
Located close to Luray Valley Museum and The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns, Cardinal Inn provides a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Free self parking
An electric car charging station and barbecue grills
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
Pillowtop mattresses, down comforters, and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
LCD TVs with cable channels
Porches or lanais, wardrobes/closets, and LED light bulbs
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per day
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Kitchen/kitchenette fee: USD 35 per night
Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per day
Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cardinal Inn pet-friendly?
Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Cardinal Inn?
As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cardinal Inn on 7 March 2026 start from AED 187, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Cardinal Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Cardinal Inn?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Cardinal Inn located?
Situated in Luray, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Luray Valley Museum, Luray Caverns, and The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park and Caverns Country Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Reviews
Cardinal Inn Reviews
7.8
Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
This hotel stay was one of the best. The place itself is very well upkept and clean. The honeymoon suite had its own screened in porch with a nice field view. We loved this place and hope to go back again soon.
If you need relatively inexpensive pet friendly motel convenient to Luray this is it. We brought our 80lb golden retriever. Big open grassy area right in front of the motel perfect to walk your dog. Staff was friendly. Room was clean. Beds were fine.
I thought this dog friendly motel was as cute as a button. I enjoyed my stay there my grandson and myself the room was cozy and home like nice pressure plenty of hot water on the shower a little dated which adds to the charm. I only wish they had Apple Pay. Thank you to the gentleman at the front desk. I believe his name is VJ He was very kind and Patient. Property was well maintained as I walk my dog for the bathroom breaks. I really enjoyed my stay there.
I ALWAYS Come here as a little stay-cation. I get the room with the jacuzzi tub and pamper myself. Its always clean, neat, tidy, and owner is very pleasant. Thank you for another great stay!
About what you would expect from one of these older motels. Our room was clean, the shower was strong and hot, and the location was close enough to Skyline Drive. Good for a night or two.
While the staff was very friendly and welcoming and the room appeared clean, upon opening the dresser, there were roaches in every drawer. Went to the ice machine and there was the smell of urine. Needless to say i didn't get any ice.
Nicole
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Leigh
7 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very dated
Looks like it was decorated in the 1960s but it was clean and comfortable
We loved the vintage bathroom. There was plenty of space in the room that we had and everything was very clean. We would definitely come here again. A lot of people would find it dated, but we enjoyed our stay here.