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Hawks Nest State Park Lodge

49 Hawks Nest Park Road Hawks Nest State Park, Ansted, WV 25812
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Hawks Nest State Park Lodge is a mountain lodge located in Hawks Nest State Park and offers breathtaking views of the New River and Hawks Nest Lake. The lodge offers three styles of accommodation. Standard rooms offer a choice of woodland or gorge views. Corner suites provide a seating area and balcony overlooking the canyon with a picture window facing the forest. The deluxe suite offers two rooms, two balconies facing the forest and front of the lodge and a fireplace for cozy relaxation.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Hiking
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Banquet room
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Wifi
Hot bath
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Breakfast available
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Air conditioning
Private balcony
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Non-smoking rooms
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2.0 of 5 stars
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Mountain View
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English
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Global65876282047 wrote a review 15 Mar
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This lodge was great for our family of four. The room is on the smaller side for a hotel room but they had huge shelves that each fit a carryon piece of luggage so we all fit in just fine! The views of the gorge cannot be beat. Free breakfast is included for everyone who stays here but it isn't the greatest quality and the coffee is the WV State Park coffee and pretty bad at all the parks. No worries though -- Gran Robbie has EXCELLENT breakfast and is just a minute away. My husband and I got coffee and eventually breakfast from there each morning and let the kids eat the free waffles and cereal from the lodge. I would absolutely come here again... that view every morning, watching birds soar, etc. just can't be beat.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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barb t wrote a review Jan 2024
Hartville, Ohio295 contributions110 helpful votes
We love Hawk's Nest. There is a warmth and comfort that not all of the state parks have. It is not the newest but many of the newer ones are beautiful but "cold" looking. The view is the best ever. Beds are so nice. Always clean. And the restaurant!!! The chef is 5-star, the food is amazing, he deserves an award. Can't wait to go back.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Steve H wrote a review Sept 2023
Camp Hill, Pennsylvania24 contributions6 helpful votes
Perfect location for nature lovers! We thoroughly enjoyed our four nights at the lodge in a room overlooking the forest and valley. Our room was clean and comfortable, with a delightful balcony where we enjoyed coffee in the early morning. Breakfast was decent, and ample, and the view down to the forests and river was magnificent. Service was courteous and efficient. We especially liked the trails running from the lodge down to the river. A highlight was the Hawks Nest Rail Trail, which follows the creek up to Ansted. Beautiful scenery, including some nice waterfalls along the creek and awesome cliffs in the canyon. The trail is well-maintained and easy to hike, though it is a bit long. Strongly recommend this place if you are looking for peace and tranquility and awe-inspiring scenery.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Chrissieamy wrote a review Aug 2023
New Jersey2 contributions
Nice hotel on the side of the mountain! Great view of the Canyon and river from balcony and the resteraunt downstairs!! Was close by to New River Gorge Bridge which was cool to see! Highly recommend the Hawks Nest if in the area!
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Date of stay: August 2023
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songbird5212 wrote a review Jul 2023
PA181 contributions81 helpful votes
We had a standard 2 queen room with balcony facing the gorge. The room was clean, although basic. It was fine for a few days, although we would have preferred a suite (they were not available when we booked). Room had a coffee maker - keurig, which was better than the coffee in the lodge which was the worst coffee, more like coffee flavored water. Horribly weak. We requested a mini frig for an additional fee (+$15 for entire stay). The view was fantastic. Restaurant was ok, nothing special. Friendly, helpful staff. Grounds well maintained, athough it was surprising to see a butterfly bush (invasive!) in the landscaping. The building layout is odd. Overall nice stay, and we appreciated the cleanliness of the room and lodge. The location is in the state park and close to the Canyon Rim Visitor Center and the bridge. Not much in the town, but Fayetteville was not too far and had several good dining options.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Diane N wrote a review Jun 2023
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We loved staying here. It's beautiful and peaceful. We especially want to thank Amanda at the front desk when we had a medical emergency. She was kind, compassionate and so helpful. We'll never forget her. The staff, from Amanda and Kelly at the front desk to the restaurant to the cleaning lady were so friendly! Our room was immaculate, the bed and pillows were comfortable. I'm a stickler for a clean room and hotel and we have no complaints about cleanliness or the staff. The only complaint is the breakfast, it wasn't the best food quality. The staff however was great.
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Date of stay: June 2023
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UCityJuls wrote a review May 2023
Saint Louis, Missouri451 contributions110 helpful votes
Rooms are a little on the small side (the outsides of the beds basically touch the walls) and are not luxurious as the website claims, however. they are nice and have been recently renovated and are very clean. Beds are decent. Bathroom small but has shelves and enough hooks and towel bars to make it workable. No tub, but full size shower with glass doors and a nice rain shower head and good water pressure. Private balcony is nice but screen doesn’t keep out bugs at night., so be sure to close the glass doors at night. The views of the gorge are nice. There are no fridges or microwaves. There is a small coffee maker but that was not clean inside. Standard free hotel breakfast in the restaurant. The staff are all very nice and go out of their way to be helpful. The building itself is a very strange layout. You enter on the third floor, but the lower first and second levels are a weird maze of dead end cinder block hallways. The other halls wind around in strange ways. There are no elevators for the rooms, only utility stairwells. The small restaurant has a nice view, somewhat limited menu, nothing vegetarian. There aren’t really any activities available other than a small pool (which is quite clean, looks fairly new) and hiking. There is a jet boat service at the bottom of the gorge. When we booked the room the website listed mini-golf and a nature center, basketball court snd tennis. Those activities are part of what made us book here, but none of them are available anymore, other than the crumbling basketball court, however they no longer have basketballs to borrow. There is a new looking small playground. All in all, the lodge is fine as long as as you are coming to spend time in the area. If you are looking for a lodge with things to do, this is probably not for you.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: The gorge view is probably the best feature of the lodge.
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mzambo wrote a review May 2023
Detroit, Michigan1009 contributions79 helpful votes
I found this place based on a recommendation. This lodge is located inside Hawks Nest State Park. We had a great experience here. We could not figure out why it is only rated 2 stars which makes it a great find! We had a King Canyon view room. The view was fantastic. The room was a good size, very clean, with a comfortable bed, seating area, nice clean bathroom, wonderful balcony. They had a playscape, tennis courts, basketball court, hiking trails, the tram is under construction this year, not sure if the Jet boats will be running as a result, but I am not certain. The pool looked nice, however, it was not yet open. There is an observation point right off property in the park as well. The restaurant had fantastic views as well, was reasonably priced with decent food, and breakfast is included. Biscuits/gravy, sausage, bacon, eggs, cereal, muffins, fruit. Very romantic feel here, yet great for families too with all there is to do. There is also a gift shop on site. Loved the location, 10 minutes from the bridge. We only had two nights this trip, but we will be returning. The New River Gorge National Park and surrounding State Parks are beautiful and deserve more time. Hawks Nest was a great base.
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Date of stay: April 2023
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lchicagolaw wrote a review Mar 2023
arlington heights, IL188 contributions69 helpful votes
Why would you stay anywhere else? Loved our stay here. Great views from our balcony. Friendly staff. Fabulous breakfast included in price of the stay. Maid service everyday. Comfy accommodations. Our first morning was better than the second (other guests slamming doors, but I can't blame the lodge for that).
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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HurricaneGal_11 wrote a review Oct 2022
Hurricane, West Virginia812 contributions89 helpful votes
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Nostalgic trip around winding roads to a great WV State Park. We enjoyed the views and fall foliage. Gift shop was not as great as we remembered in our younger years. Bathroom facilities available. We did not go to the restaurant or stay overnight.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hawks Nest State Park Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Hawks Nest State Park Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Escape-A-Torium (7.6 km), Endless Wall Trail (6.7 km), and New River Gorge (6.6 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Hawks Nest State Park Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
What food & drink options are available at Hawks Nest State Park Lodge?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Hawks Nest State Park Lodge?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Hawks Nest State Park Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Pies & Pints, Secret Sandwich Society, and Cathedral Cafe.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Hawks Nest State Park Lodge?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Are pets allowed at Hawks Nest State Park Lodge?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Does Hawks Nest State Park Lodge offer any business services?
Yes, guests have access to meeting rooms and a banquet room during their stay.
Does Hawks Nest State Park Lodge have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.
Is Hawks Nest State Park Lodge accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.