MacArthur Inn

Mark W. Caton

2023-08

I recently stayed at the MacArthur Inn on the recommendation of friends. It was a personal business trip and this hotel is absolutely amazing in its history and the hospitality the hotel staff and hotel owner, Allen Neely, provided.It's a historical hotel named after General Douglas MacArthur and there have been many other celebrities that have stayed there. I occupied the same room as John Wayne once did (cool).The hotel is very quaint, clean, and the rooms are extremely comfortable. As a retired hospital administrator, I know a little something about customers (in my case its patients) and what they expect. The MacArthur Inn is definitely a must stay hotel if you are visiting Narrows VA or passing thru the area.Perhaps the best part for me (an amateur history buff) were my several conversations with Allen and the stories he told me about the history of that part of Virginia and of the hotel itself.Loved the very comfortable bed to sleep and the plush towels (not the thin kind you get at many hotels/motels).Highly recommend you checking out this very unique hotel !!!

William Burton

2023-09

I love the location the owner Big Ale is a store out of the history books and the hole family great people I've stayed there the only thing it needs is a bar grill and I would sale and move in food there is out this world good if Trump would have came in and stayed there he might have another chance. Hey yal come now u hear.Nearby activities: Hiking .fishing. swimming. Golf of all types just get out there ..stuff going on every where

Theresa Cushman

2023-10

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MARY ANN Foley

2023-05

I really Like the Mac Arthur Inn! It is large, roomy and clean. It has a feel of historic grandeur as you enter. A warm fire in the hearth gives welcome greetings. There is a very nice lounging area in the main room and out front is a covered, big open porch with rockers and chairs for visiting. The room in which we stayed was spacious and inviting. On Thursday evenings, Live Musicians get together and play for everyone in the main room. I will definitely stay here again! Readily available coffee for visitors would be a nice addition.

Albert Bussiere

2023-05

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syd farrar

2023-06

Allen and team went out of their way to help me. Arrived in poring rain after falling on mountain above Pearisburg. Allen picked me up at trailhead, served me dinner as everything else in Narrows was closed. Room was adequate, nothing fancy but good hot shower. Next morning staff took me to emergency room to check my head wound and waited to take me to AT trailhead. Their overall hospitality was GREAT!

William LeFevre

2023-05

I lived at the Inn for almost eight months, and the hospitality I received was that of a five star room except for it being as old as it is. A century later and people complain, but we age as well! Nothing stays forever young! But the Inn is chok full of history and ambience!Great place to escape (from the hectic city life!) Plus there are many nature exhibits and hiking trails and just about the opposite of anything connected with CITY!

Mike Beavington

2020-05

The location is great for motorcyclists. The roads to the east or west are very nice. The outdoor patio/pavilion area was handy for shooting the breeze.We had a group stay there. They were short staffed, but the woman who was there could really hustle.We had one issue with an overcharge, but they cleared this up. Our group could have avoided this by being more meticulous with who paid what; the large group made it hard to track and their informal attitude was homey, but not ideal for business. Best to call on the phone to try and get a reservation.I'd stay there again if I was in the area.Be aware of a local dude with his dog who is keen on chatting people up and drinking your beer; he's harmless except he does like your beer.

Inga Lisa

2018-05

Nice place and friendly staff. Rooms are clean. The hotel looks really beautiful. Every Thursday they have a music evening with locals singing and playing instruments. They also offer great food options on those evenings. There's great hiking within walking distance form the hotel.

Andrew Snyder

2021-05

The main reasons you will enjoy a stay here are: (1) The history. (2) The hospitality (see other reviews about friendly/helpful owner). (3) The convenience (lots of nearby recreation). (4) The uniqueness.If you are looking for opulent or immaculate rooms, you may be disappointed. However, rates are priced accordingly and are more than reasonable to support this admirable local business.

Mallory Churning

2017-05

Excellent front desk staff. Clean bathrooms. Not fancy, but economical. Historical building. Coffee shop across street. No restaurant in walking distance. Not the most comfortable bed I've slept in, but it was clean and cool in the middle of August. Full kitchen upstairs if you wanted to cook your own food. Our room had a mini fridge two dressers, TV, and bed. Hall bath options available. Great for AT hikers.

Diane Sterbutzel

2023-05

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Bridget Hancock

2023-05

So my husband and I came in for my cousin's wedding for the weekend and stayed at the MacArthur inn... It was by far the nicest most wonderful time.. Alan Neely owner of the MacArthur in made the state even more enjoyable we will definitely return and if I could give this establishment attend I would thank you so much for a wonderful weekend God bless

project congo

2020-05

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BOB HILD

2020-05

Outstanding time at an outstanding hotel. It's like a step into the past. There is a jukebox that plays 30s music The rooms are clean and the hotel is well maintained. Book early. The hotel started filling when we got there. This hotel has had celebrities stay there: John Wayne, Michael Landon, Micky Mantle. My wife and I look forward to staying there again the next time we're passing through. Bob

Hazmat Hazmatics

2019-05

Very quiet and clean hotel. Owners were very friendly and helpful. Rooms are small and dated but still a good place to rest and relax. The area around the hotel is very small and gives you a feeling of living in a day gone by. Creeks around this area are beautiful.

Ben Thye

2018-05

Catering to Appalachian Trail hikers and other local Trails as well as bed and breakfast guests, this is a older but clean property. The owner is quite a character and very dedicated do what he's doing.If you're a hiker this is definitely a good place to visit.

Mona Hodges

2020-05

They are in the process of restoring the Inn so you can see construction projects. The staff was wonderful and the owner is such a special character. I enjoyed the history of the building and am grateful that they are saving it. The feelings make up for the construction.

Debbi Merritt

2020-05

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Shane OLeary

2018-05

A.T. Thru-HikersMy wife and I enjoyed a great stay at MacArthur Inn, in Narrows, VA. Owner (Allen) is very helpful & friendly. Staff is friendly & helpful. We stayed for 3 days & did a slackpack day! Shuttles to & from trailheads were timely & cheerful! Then due to an injury, we came back for two more days to heal! Great historic place to stay! Great breakfast offered several days a week. Beautiful old hotel with tons of charm! We felt like we were staying with friends!

Two Shot

2018-05

We had a very warm welcome when we arrived, had a wonderful meal that was topped off with apple pie a-la-mode or orange juice cake (delicious). After dinner was hours of live music from local musicians. I highly recommend this place to anyone passing through. 7-6-2017TwoShot

Brandan Ellwanger

2021-05

Allen was great at the front desk informing us of a couple of cool facts and some lemonade. Paige and the other inn keeper provided us with some great home cooking while listening to the mountain music jam session. I will be back to Narrows & MacArthur Inn the next time I head to Bluefield WV!

Jennifer Lester

2020-05

So interesting to see these reviews, my dad owned it bout 10 yrs ago, we were gonna run a group home. B4 that it used to be a nursing home, n then hotel/rental apartments..lots of smokers lived there so cig stench was strong. Deff old, I loved sleigh bed I had in my suite which where i lived, the upstairs kitchen was my personal kitchen! i swear it's a lil haunted too. We lived in it and I felt like fresh prince of bel air lol Anna's was a great resturaunt too..I'd like to come n see all the changes

Maureen Farrell

2017-05

The website made this seem charming, clean, and inviting. I really didn't find it to be any of those things. It seems like it was once a spectacular place but has fallen into disarray. There was basically no service after we checked in, no one at night or on my way out in the morning. We were stuck in a room without a smoke detector and that smelled of cigarettes. It was dirty and the lights in the hall weren't working so it was very hard to see to unlock my door. Maybe we were just stuck in a terrible room but I wish I had asked for a nicer one, I didn't really feel comfortable staying there.

Keelo Michelle

2021-05

Absolutely love the old guy who owns the place. The other staff is great. But what is really awesome about this place is the home cooking and live music every Thursday.

PRM

2021-05

We were put in a room on the second floor. The door was of a sort that keeps out neither noise nor a determined intruder. There was the remnants of a kitchenette without any appliances. The bed had no blanket so for warmth, we slept under the coverlet which was probably unwashed. The mattress was flimsy, there seemed to be people living full time down the hall who came and went, loudly, at all hours of the night. There is no sign for the entrance. This is definitively outside Virginia’s technology corridor but our Covid test came back negative so we will live to make mistakes like that again.

Crissy Moses

2019-05

My husband and I enjoyed a great stay here. It's an old, but charming building with newly renovated rooms. A great place to stay if you are visiting the Cascades.

The Bronze Look, LLC

2018-05

I really enjoy the friendliness of this place and music and food. It is off the beaten a little but worth the time to visit in a quaint little town and atmosphere. The owner is quite the guy and you will not forget meeting him and he is like a friend for life.

Bob Fuller

2021-05

Great place. Clean!!! Fireplace always running. 1942 jukebox place 5 cents records. Alan the owner was extremely hospitable - Top shelf INN

doncos70

2019-05

I stayed here for most of the year in 2014. Could not ask for a friendlier atmosphere. Beautiful place, liked the town and surrounding area so much that I bought some property and a house across the street.