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Early Blue Motel

2.0 star property

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Combined shower/tub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, rollaway beds
Property grounds
Point of interest

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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1793 Holbert Cove Rd, Saluda, NC, 28773
  • Green River Adventures
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Pearson's Falls
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Green River Cove Tubing
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, rollaway beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, rollaway beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

  • 300 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Early Blue Motel

Saluda hotel with private yards
A picnic area, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas are available at this hotel. Private bathrooms are not ensuite and housekeeping is available on request.
Early Blue Motel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Televisions come with cable channels. Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and hair dryers can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Early Blue Motel features a picnic area. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Early Blue Motel has designated areas for smoking.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 elevator
  • 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

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 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 at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

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

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 elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette 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

Early Blue Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 175 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 175 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 175 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 175 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 175 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute motel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Billie-Jean

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved our stay!

Very nice. Breathtaking views.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint motel that was very comfortable and what a breathtaking view!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

dylan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kathryn, Winston Salem

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The view is amazing!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Elvedin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

Terrence

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The view!

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

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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