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Early Blue Motel

2.0 star property
Unleash your inner adventurer at this lively hotel where excitement meets relaxation. From ziplining to playing on the playground, every moment is filled with fun.

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds
Combined shower/bathtub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Point of interest

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €133
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, rollaway beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
1793 Holbert Cove Rd, Saluda, NC, 28773

What's nearby

  • Green River Adventures - 3 min drive
  • Pearson's Falls - 7 min drive
  • Green River - 8 min drive
  • Flat Rock Playhouse - 13 min drive
  • Green River Cove Tubing - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Boon Choo Thai Express - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Early Blue Motel

Hotel near Flat Rock Playhouse
Located close to Pearson's Falls, Early Blue Motel provides a playground. Enjoy on-site activities, such as rock climbing and ziplining. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • An off-lead area
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/bath combinations
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Private gardens, coffee/tea makers and heating

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Rock climbing
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Detached private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25, per accommodation, per night, plus a deposit of USD 25.00 per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 25.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
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
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Saluda Mountain Lodge
Saluda Mountain
Saluda Mountain Lodge
Early Blue Motel Hotel
Early Blue Motel Saluda
Early Blue Motel Hotel Saluda

Frequently asked questions

Is Early Blue Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 25.00 per night and a fee of USD 25 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Early Blue Motel?

As of 3 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Early Blue Motel on 4 Mar 2025 start from €132.76, including 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 at Early Blue Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Early Blue Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Early Blue Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Early Blue Motel located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Pearson's Falls, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Tryon Country Club and Flat Rock Playhouse. Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site and Jackson Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Early Blue Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 165 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 165 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 165 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 165 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 165 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Quaint motel that was very comfortable and what a breathtaking view!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Location was close to highway but quiet great view will definitely come back and recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

I absolutely loved this place. It was quiet, comfortable, beautiful, and just what I needed. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Great views, great place!
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Early Blue. They were very dog friendly which we loved and the check-in check out process was easy and straightforward. We will definitely visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Great motel, so convenient to I26. When they have sauna and bar open, it'll be a really sweet spot to
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Stayed here the night before dropping our kids at a nearby sleepaway camp and it was great! We were in one of the original rooms - no frills, but was clean, fresh and had comfortable beds. The backyard overlook area has breathtaking views and lots of great outdoor furniture and games to enjoy. Loved the little town of Saluda just down the road for dinner and shopping!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janis

The view!
Clean and comfortable with a wonderful common area and a beautiful view.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Lovely views from a comfortable back patio. A sauna to open soon. Simple rooms, some with a back door to the Blue Ridge view sitting area. Great communications with owner/manager! Very friendy and accessible!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

SCOTT, Myrtle Beach

This place is a hidden gem for a quiet get away with a superb view.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yulia

We stayed for only 1 night but everything went very well, nice quate location, beautiful view from hotel porch, room was clean, A/C a bit noisy and not cooling well, but for us it was OK. Overall it's a good place place to stay for a couple nights.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

My wife and I stayed at the Early Blue Motel this past weekend, and we had a great experience. The check-in process was simple and straightforward, which got our stay off to a smooth start. The motel’s location is very convenient, being close to the town of Saluda, NC, and easy access to Interstate 26 made traveling easy. The room was spotless, which we appreciated, but the highlight of our stay was the breathtaking view. It's absolutely stunning and undoubtedly the best reason to stay here. We’re already planning to return so we can enjoy the scenery in different seasons. Check-out was just as smooth as check-in, making the entire process hassle-free. We highly recommend Early Blue Motel for anyone looking for a clean, convenient, and scenic getaway!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Room is clean and comfortable. View of the mountains is gorgeous. Everything is great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Down Home Inspections

This property is well kept. The beds are comfortable. The room was clean and smelled good. Hidden gem with a fantastic view of the mountains.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Early Blue is a gem!!! Stunning views of the mountains. Crazy convenient to Saluda, Tryon and Hendersonville. Staff are friendly, and helpful answering any questions we had. We will definitely be going back soon! Can't wait to see the leaves change in the fall. Make sure to get a view of the mountains with access to the courtyard. You'll love it!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Great family run motel.
Love the family owned motel. They are renovating so be prepared. The Mountain View is worth the extra bucks. Place has potential and it looks like the family is maki habit happen.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Service was amazing. Staff was extremely helpful and nice. Very accommodating!! 10/10 would recommend!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian

I found the stay to be quite peaceful. Standing on the top of the mountain early in the morning, taking in the air & view was unparalleled to any place I’ve stayed before. Going down the mountains to the river and seeing how crystal clear it was & listening to the flowing water. The small town restaurants down the road had great food. Will definitely recommend and return to this stay

10/10 Excellent

Iryna

Beautiful mountain view, but didn't get what is the difference between with view or not as all the rooms standing in the raw and you can see actually beautiful view only went out of the room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness
Not worth the money
Wasn’t worth the money. There is so pool, spa, or even a store to buy night snacks. Next time I will stay in a cabin.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is just a very old motel that is also very secluded. Did not feel safe there at all. Extremely disappointing. The room rate of $200 was ridiculous for this place. We left without staying.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Susan

There needed to be a backing on the curtains. It was like sleeping under a light pole all night
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

janet

Recommend this motel and view
We were very pleased with this motel. We didn't contact the owners until late in the day. They responded back promptly with arrangements for the room and key. The room was clean and ready for us with towels and a message to contact them if we needed anything. Very hospitable. Location was good, right off the road. This is an 'old-style' motel that the owners have modernized. They were currently upgrading some other units which was a positive thing to see. bonus was that we had an absolutely gorgeous view of the mountains in the evening out our back door. Recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Robert

The property is undergoing renovations, on a room-by-room basis, but hadn’t reached the room we were assigned. I wondered why all the other cars were parked on the other side of the facility. Supposedly we were paying for one of the upscale rooms with two queen beds. It was clean but a bit cramped. One of the mattresses made squeaking noises and the HVAC was loud and finding a comfortable setting was a bit of a challenge. Beautiful view of the mountains from the rear of the property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On arrival the property was CLOSED with an emergency phone number on the office door. The calls were answered by voice mail. When the calls were returned the innkeeper was snarky and indicated that our reservation was for a later date, which it was NOT. The portion of the property which was visible showed signs of poor upkeep. (Admittedly the innkeeper stated that the property was closed for maintenance). Amenities were lacking compared with other properties at this price. TOTALLY DISAPPOINTING EXPERIENCE. ZERO STARS OR LESS.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022