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The Embers Hotel A boutique downtown Blowing Rock, NC hotel with mountain views and high-country hospitality.

Make yourself at home at The Embers Hotel, a boutique downtown Blowing Rock, NC hotel just steps from Main Street's shops, galleries, and restaurants, with the misty Blue Ridge Mountains rising at its back. This four-star North Carolina property blends in-town ease with mountain restoration, offering guest rooms and suites with private balconies, premium bedding, and rainfall showers. Mornings start with coffee by the lobby fireplace and suggestions for the day's itinerary. Evenings invite guests to curl up with a blanket, a book, or a board game while a fireside cocktail is prepared, or to head to the sweeping terrace for a firepit, outdoor entertainment area, and live music on select nights. The Embers Restaurant serves a chef-driven menu built on fresh, local ingredients with roots in Appalachian and Southern cooking, alongside a creative, season-driven cocktail program. Beyond the front door, downtown Blowing Rock's Main Street puts shopping, galleries, and dining within a short stroll, while the surrounding High Country delivers hiking, cycling, skiing at Appalachian Ski Mtn., and a scenic drive down the Blue Ridge Parkway. Grandfather Mountain and the Blowing Rock Art and History Museum are both just minutes away. The hotel rounds out the stay with thoughtful amenities: complimentary WiFi and parking, a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, wedding services, an elevator, and two on-site EV charging stations with four charging ports. Whether it's a romantic weekend or a mountain escape, The Embers Hotel is a downtown Blowing Rock, NC hotel built for slowing down and reconnecting.

Our guests find fall to be one of the most magical times to visit Blowing Rock! recently named Blowing Rock one of the p...
09/30/2026

Our guests find fall to be one of the most magical times to visit Blowing Rock!

recently named Blowing Rock one of the places to visit before peak fall foliage. With the leaves beginning to turn, now is the time to plan your stay and see the Blue Ridge in color. 🍁

Plan an inspired stay: https://www.hotelembers.com/

Don't miss the rest of September's most fun nights ! 🎶Spend the evening on the terrace with live music, cocktails, and m...
09/18/2026

Don't miss the rest of September's most fun nights ! 🎶

Spend the evening on the terrace with live music, cocktails, and mountain views. This month’s lineup includes The Neighbors Trio, Ann Garrett Diaz, Lucas Triba, Zeb Spencer, New River Overlook Trio, and BPB Duo.

Planning a visit? Make a reservation for dining or weekend brunch, then stay awhile and enjoy the music.

See the full September calendar: https://www.hotelembers.com/explore/Embers-Escapades

Great food, a cozy atmosphere, and a view that makes you want to stay awhile. 🥂🍽️That’s what guests love about dining at...
08/26/2026

Great food, a cozy atmosphere, and a view that makes you want to stay awhile. 🥂🍽️

That’s what guests love about dining at Embers Restaurant. Whether you’re a local looking for your next favorite table or a guest winding down after a day in the High Country, you’ll find a memorable meal crafted by Executive Chef Jason Starnes with thoughtfully sourced ingredients and flavors inspired by the Blue Ridge.

🎶 Join us Friday or Saturday night and enjoy dinner with live music on the terrace.
https://www.hotelembers.com/dine

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Beautiful hotel with great customer service! My husband and I had a great anniversary trip staying here. This hote...
08/20/2026

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"Beautiful hotel with great customer service! My husband and I had a great anniversary trip staying here. This hotel was a great location to walk to all the restaurants and shopping downtown. I loved sitting out on the balcony rocking and reading. The hotel felt upscale and clean. We would definitely stay here again." — Jenni R., Google

💕 From first anniversaries to cherished traditions, find the setting for your next romantic getaway:
https://www.hotelembers.com/stay/guest-rooms-suites

Black and gold weekends are calling. 🖤💛App State football is back September 5th, and The Embers is your premier home bas...
08/12/2026

Black and gold weekends are calling. 🖤💛

App State football is back September 5th, and The Embers is your premier home base for game-day weekends near Boone. Stay close to the action, soak up the mountain atmosphere, and celebrate the season with our Bucket of B**r featuring four Boonshine favorites: Space Pegasus, High Country, Palate Painter, and Last Boone (available June–October).

🏈🍺 Make your game-day plans:
https://www.hotelembers.com/stay/guest-rooms-suites

Summer's glow meets the first hints of fall in the High Country. 🌄🍂 Take in the season's golden hour from Grandfather Mo...
08/06/2026

Summer's glow meets the first hints of fall in the High Country. 🌄🍂 Take in the season's golden hour from Grandfather Mountain's famous Mile High Swinging Bridge, explore its scenic trail system, and return to The Embers with our Conquer the Mile High Bridge experience.

Complete with a Grandfather Mountain trail guide, keepsake Embers hat, a bottle of Grandfather Vineyard & Winery w**e, and a $50 dining credit, it's everything you need for an unforgettable day above the clouds.

☁️☁️☁️ Elevate your next mountain escape:
https://www.hotelembers.com/stay/packages/conquer-the-mile-high-bridge

"Astonishingly good both in food & service!!"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Blowing Rock has plenty of places to eat, but dinner at The Hotel...
07/30/2026

"Astonishingly good both in food & service!!"
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Blowing Rock has plenty of places to eat, but dinner at The Hotel Embers hits differently. Guests call our space rustic and beautiful, but it’s the kitchen that makes the magic happen.

Executive Chef Jason Starnes uses authentic Blue Ridge Mountain sources to build a menu that backs up the hype. Right now, we’re sending out Goat Cheese Fritters with local honey, the signature Embers Burger with Boursin and bacon jam, and cold cocktails on the patio... just to name a few summer favorites. 🍔🍸💫

If you're looking for exceptional flavors with views to match, we'd love to welcome you tonight.

Grab a table: https://www.hotelembers.com/dine

Ready to chase the cool mountain waters? Our Waterfall Wander Package is designed for the ultimate summer explorer.Your ...
07/23/2026

Ready to chase the cool mountain waters? Our Waterfall Wander Package is designed for the ultimate summer explorer.

Your stay includes:
✨ Luxury accommodations
🗺️ A curated trail map to spots like Glen Burney Trail and Hebron Falls
🧺 A gourmet picnic lunch for two
🪵 Signature Embers reusable water bottles

Your perfect Appalachian adventure is packed and waiting: https://www.hotelembers.com/stay/packages/waterfall-wander-package

Summer in Blowing Rock sounds like live music floating through the trees and looks like vibrant local art filling the to...
07/21/2026

Summer in Blowing Rock sounds like live music floating through the trees and looks like vibrant local art filling the town square.

When you stay at The Embers, you’re not just near the action—you’re an insider. Walk through downtown for Art in the Park and Concerts in the Park, then return to boutique comfort.

🎨🎶 Plan your stay: https://www.hotelembers.com/explore/local-events

Tucked high along the Blue Ridge Parkway, Blowing Rock has been drawing wanderers up the mountain for well over a centur...
07/16/2026

Tucked high along the Blue Ridge Parkway, Blowing Rock has been drawing wanderers up the mountain for well over a century.

As our country marks its 250th year, there’s no better time to look up, breathe in the cool air, and explore how this timeless town came to be. From storied long views to rich local history, your escape begins at The Embers.

⛰️✨ Read more to uncover the story behind the scenery: https://www.hotelembers.com/explore/blog/blowing-rock-town-in-the-clouds

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124 Morningside Drive
Blowing Rock, NC
28605

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