Title: MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake Resort in Wirtz, 3-minute walk to Smith Mountain Lake ## Photo gallery for MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake ![Property grounds - MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake (Wirtz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109600000/109592400/109592309/40cff4ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake (Wirtz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109600000/109592400/109592309/20953c2e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake (Wirtz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109600000/109592400/109592309/6b0599f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake (Wirtz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109600000/109592400/109592309/da811de6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake (Wirtz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109600000/109592400/109592309/ac4ddc4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies You can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and a playground at MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake . Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking at this resort. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWirtz-Hotels-MERU-Lodge.h109592309.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWirtz-Hotels-MERU-Lodge.h109592309.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.05306%2C-79.69479&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xGXvhyg2qc8t8d77cKeb2K1x9W4=) Wirtz, VA #### What's nearby - Smith Mountain Lake \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - Blue Ridge Marina \- 18 min walk \- 1.5 km - Gills Creek Marina \- 4 min drive \- 2.4 km - Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital \- 32 min drive \- 46.0 km - Smith Mountain Lake State Park \- 33 min drive \- 44.1 km #### Getting around - Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA) - 61 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Magnum Point Marina - ‬24 min drive - ‪Napoli By The Lake - ‬15 min drive - ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬11 min drive - ‪Magnum Point Restaurant - ‬24 min drive - ‪Napoli Cowboy Restaurant - ‬3 min drive ## About this property ### MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake Resort near Smith Mountain Lake A firepit, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake . Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking at this resort. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests. Additional perks include: - Games, smoke-free premises, and outdoor furniture Room features All guestrooms at MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. 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Business/ TravelNurse Moneta - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 65 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=91714122&PinnedHotelID=91714122&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi ### Things to do - Games - Kayak - Playground ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Outdoors - Firepit - Garden - On a lake - Outdoor furniture ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Kitchenette ### More - Air conditioning - Heating ## Policies ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### Where is MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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