Best Shenandoah Valley Resorts and Lodges for Family Getaways

Lined with mountain ranges and thousands of acres of protected public lands, these Shenandoah Valley resorts and lodges showcase the region’s natural beauty and bring superb amenities for group gatherings. 

Massanutten Resort, Massanutten: Four seasons of mountain sports offer fun for everyone in the family. Adventure-lovers will enjoy skiing, mountain biking, or kayaking. More laidback types can go for a hike, play a round of golf, or hit the spa. Kids can run amok at a 42,000-square-foot indoor water park—and the list goes on. MassResort.com

Fort Lewis Lodge & Farm, Millboro: Find this 3,300-acre farm retreat in the Alleghany Mountains along the Calfpasture River. Large groups can spread out in a well-appointed main lodge, renovated farmhouse, and luxe-rustic fleet of cabins, cottages, and small homes. FortLewisLodge.com

The Omni Homestead, Hot Springs: For an unmatched backdrop, elegance, and Southern hospitality, it would be hard to beat The Omni Homestead. With more than 76,000 square feet of event space and an endless array of activities, there is something to delight every generation. OmniHotels.com

Photos courtesy of The Omni Homestead

This article originally appeared in the Best of Virginia 2026 issue.

Eric J. Wallace
Eric J. Wallace is an award-winning journalist who has contributed to WIRED, Outside, Backpacker, Atlas Obscura, Modern Farmer, All About Beer, and more.