Name: Black Lantern Inn
Address: 1526 Franklin Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24016, United States, 1526 Franklin Rd SW, Virginia, VA 24016, USA
Rating: 9.9

Black Lantern Inn

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Black Lantern Inn in Roanoke offers adults-only bed and breakfast accommodations with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a TV, work desk, and comfortable seating area. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax in the garden or on the terrace, enjoying the outdoor fireplace and outdoor seating area. The property also features a picnic area and bicycle parking for leisure activities. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including American, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Fresh pastries, pancakes, local specialities, and warm dishes are served daily. Convenient Location: Located 10 km from Roanoke Airport and near attractions such as the Science Museum of Western Virginia (1.8 km) and Mill Mountain Zoo (4.3 km). Free on-site private parking is provided.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

- Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)
- Breakfast info
- Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Breakfast to go
- Free private parking available on-site

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Room type	Number of guests
Deluxe King Suite 1 extra-large double bed
Deluxe King Room 1 extra-large double bed
Deluxe Queen Room 1 large double bed

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Guests who stayed here loved

Andrew
United Kingdom
“We were only in Roanoke for a brief stopover but had a lovely stay at the Black Lantern Inn. Our room was clean and comfortable and Cindy and Doug the new owners were wonderful hosts. Breakfast on the balcony was delicious and Cindy was very...”
Andre
Netherlands
“We had a wonderful time with Jayne and Chris. Friendly and hospitable welcome, delicious breakfast and always willing to help if needed. We can recommend this accommodation to everyone.”
Jane
United Kingdom
“Breakfast was superb - freshly prepared, organic, healthy & very tasty, all beautifully presented.”
Susan
United Kingdom
“Wonderful stay, best night’s sleep in super comfortable accommodation. Well organised facilities with thoughtful touches which added to the experience. Exceptional breakfast using locally sourced produce prepared to a high standard. Warm welcome...”
Denise
New Zealand
“Our stay was superb we couldn't fault anything. Every detail was taken care of The breakfast was exceptional and Chris was very informed of the area. We highly reccomend staying there.”
Yvonne
United Kingdom
“This was an amazing place run by amazing hosts. Everything about the stay was perfect.”
Mark
United States
“Chris and Jayne were excellent! We ran a little late due to traffic and kept them up to date. They were very welcoming when we arrived. The room we stayed in was wonderful. Breakfast was amazing! Each morning it was set up for us and a note card...”
Michele
United States
“I would highly recommend Black Lantern. The room was clean and comfortable, the hosts were friendly and accommodating. The breakfast was fantastic. Can’t say enough good about Black Lantern.”
Galina
United States
“Spacious room on the top floor with a comfortable king size bed, very clean. An additional room (private for our unit) one level below with a Kurig coffee machine, where we had individually served breakfast. Access to a shared kitchen (only for...”
Michael
United Kingdom
“Probably the best B&B I have stayed in. Spotlessly clean, extremely comfortable and the breakfast with personalised menu was delicious. Ideal for downtown Roanoke, just a short drive. I would not hesitate to recommend this B&B to anyone.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Cindy & Doug

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Cindy & Doug

We are a modern bed and breakfast located in the Historic Southwest Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA located just minutes from the downtown Market Center, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and the Mill Mountain Star. We are proud to be VIRGINIA GREEN, an Eco-friendly urban inn dedicated to leaving the smallest footprint within our control and to leaving things better than we found them. The gutter system is designed to feed our gardens and landscaping directly. Our off-street parking lot is crushed stone and our patio is recycled fireplace bricks. It is gratifying to support Sustainable Tourism.

Greetings from the Black Lantern Inn! We’re Doug and Cindy, your innkeepers as of spring 2025. We’ve been staying in bed and breakfasts since we were first married – several decades ago – and have dreamed of owning and operating one for just as long. Native Midwesterners, we first visited the Roanoke area in summer 2014 to explore potentially moving here when Doug, a healthcare executive, received a job offer in the area. The Blue Ridge stole our hearts and move, we did, to Smith Mountain Lake, and in doing so expanded our hosting skills from weekend visits to welcoming whole families for weeks at a time, providing three meals a day and entertainment both on the lake and in Roanoke and the surrounding areas. More than 10 years later, we’re pinching ourselves over the opportunity to share our love for this area with you, our BLI guests. While Cindy is a former journalist and communications writer and Doug’s in healthcare administration, our hearts are in enhancing our guests’ travel experiences in our beloved Star City. When inn work is done, we’re out hiking, running, exploring the cultural scene, dining out downtown or just simply walking our beloved Old Southwest neighborhood, soaking up its history and chatting with our neighbors. We can’t wait to meet you and offer you the chance to help us shape the future of the Black Lantern Inn. We’re listening to you and your needs and hope to help your travel to the Roanoke area become everything you needed, imagined and more. See you at breakfast! Cindy and Doug

Escape to the Blue Ridge Mountains! Roanoke is full of surprises. Music, museums, festivals, locally owned shops, restaurants and our Farmers Market. Hike, bike, or visit craft breweries and wineries. We're an easy 1 mile walk from downtown, and just minutes from the Greenway.

Language spoken: English

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House rules

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Check-in

From 15:00 to 18:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 07:00 to 11:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

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Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cards accepted at this property

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Black Lantern Inn in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.