Published by Carl. Last Updated on June 18, 2025.
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The Green Park Inn was a fixture of the Blowing Rock community, from its opening in 1891 to its eventual closure and demolition in 2025. This article focuses on the historic hotel and the things we loved about it.
The Green Park Inn in Blowing Rock was a history-filled property, with a long list of notable former guests. However, there was even more to this cozy mountain getaway.
You’d find plenty of space inside this High Country icon to take it easy, hang with friends, or even pull off a major event.
We were lucky enough to spend nights at The Green Park Inn during trips to our favorite mountain town and want to share our experience. I also want to tell you if it was still there, we’d return to this wonderful hotel to get away from it all in the mountains.
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Things We Loved About The Green Park Inn
Without further ado, here are all the things we loved about The Green Park Inn in Blowing Rock, starting with its wonderful location!
Where Was The Green Park Inn?
Address: 9239 Valley Blvd, Blowing Rock, NC
The Green Park Inn straddled the Eastern Continental Divide, and the hotel sat across the street from The Blowing Rock’s entrance.
Just around the corner and down the mountain, the many delicious Blowing Rock restaurants await.
You’re also a short drive from Main Street and Sunset Drive in downtown Blowing Rock. Continue on Highway 321 toward Boone and you’ll find the Blue Ridge Parkway entrance (some sections are closed during winter).
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The History
Being a history lover, I loved learning about the story behind The Green Park Inn.
It first opened in 1891 and served as the surrounding area’s only US Post Office.
Over the years, some distinguished guests graced this Blowing Rock hotel. Annie Oakley, JD Rockefeller, and President Calvin Coolidge are just a few of the big names you might recognize.
It’s even said that Margaret Mitchell penned some of Gone with the Wind while staying there.
To recognize its place in history, Green Park Inn was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982.
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Locally Rebuilt
One of the most difficult things about running such an important landmark was maintaining it. Previous owners Eugene and Steven Irace committed to more than that.
They began refurbishing efforts in 2010, shortly after purchasing the hotel. The Green Park Inn’s kitchen was completely gutted and modernized, while rooms were renovated and refurbished.
The owners took “Made in America” to the extreme, meaning most furnishings and other materials came from as close as Thomasville, Lenoir, and High Point, North Carolina.
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The Rooms
Whether you were choosing a room or suite among the 88 available at The Green Park Inn, a relaxing stay awaited. We stayed in a Deluxe Room on the first floor in the “Historic Section.”
Still, we felt miles away from anyone else after closing our door. We were greeted by Chocolate Turndown Service, which was a welcome end to our day traveling to Blowing Rock.
Our little one slept right away and we had plenty of room to stretch out on our bed and reminisce about our day and get ready for the next one.
The Food
There are some great restaurants in Blowing Rock, and The Green Park Inn’s Divide Tavern ranked high among them all.
No matter when you stopped by, the restaurant’s delicious food perfectly intertwined with its relaxing atmosphere.
The Tavern offered small plates, large plates, and sandwiches, to go along with wine and hand-crafted cocktails.
Weddings and Meetings Happened Here
If I were running a company event (Hey, who knows!) or scoping out a place for a friend’s wedding, I’d have thought hard to choose somewhere other than The Green Park Inn.
They had more than a few rooms that can hold anywhere from 30 to 200.
So whether you’re seeking a spot for your special day, to bring your team together, or to make some deals, The Green Park Inn would’ve been a nice spot to pull it off.
A True Mountain Getaway
I think what made The Green Park Inn so appealing was that you could pretty much do whatever you want there.
You could chill out and read National Geographic in their sitting area, chat with friends on the front porch, or relax in a plush robe that comes with your room.
There was plenty of time for all of it.
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We’ll Miss The Green Park Inn (You, Too?)
Before The Green Park Inn was closed and demolished, I wrote this:
“I loved our room and will definitely come back to try out another. Maybe next time, we’ll go with a Superior Room or Balcony Suite with views that overlook the nearby Blowing Rock Country Club golf course.
Of course, I’d be happy with whatever is available, as long as I get to return to what is one of my favorite hotels in North Carolina.”
While I won’t get another chance to stay at the Green Park Inn, I’ll always have those fond memories from our time there. I also kick myself for not exploring the haunted side of this hotel, which there are many reports of.
Do you also have memories from the Green Park Inn in Blowing Rock? We’d love to read them in the comments section!
Things to Do in Blowing Rock
While Blowing Rock has lost a treasure, the town persists and will hopefully continue to exude the charm that continues to attract visitors.
Here are a few travel guides that feature the town and its surroundings.
