Built in 1924 and reimagined in 2005

The hotel originally opened in 1924. It was designed by H. L. Stevens and is still considered an excellent example of the renowned American architect's work in the Colonial Revivalist style.

Most features of the lobby area today have been restored to their original splendor. This includes the marble floors, the glass display cases along the wall adjacent to the Colonnade Ballroom, and the dormered entryways into the pre-function space of the meetings area. The chandeliers and wall sconces in the lobby and other parts of the hotel are all original. It features an original fireplace façade. This area was a seating area where Shenandoah society women used to gather for light conversation. The doorway to this area is the hotel's original entryway.

The mezzanine area above the lobby has also been restored with its original railings to give guests a bird's eye view of the activities in the lobby. The original Wurlitzer Organ is located in the mezzanine. A one-of-a-kind instrument, the organ was built in 1924 and has been an important part of Hotel 24 South's history. The organ has been precisely restored to its original condition and tone. It is the only known working 1924 Wurlitzer Organ.

In the early years of the hotel, the Colonnade Ballroom was a popular spot for special events. It hosted events like weddings and cotillion balls for the Shenandoah Valley.

The accommodations at Hotel 24 South are located in two seamlessly conjoined sections. The first is the hotel's historic wing. The hallways and entryways here have been preserved to their original configuration. Additional rooms in the new wing allow the hotel to welcome more guests and host small meetings, groups, and weddings.

Other aspects of the expansion of Hotel 24 South include the addition of the portecochere, 4,453 sq. feet of meeting and event space, a business center, an indoor pool, a fitness facility, and a gift shop. As a result of this major renovation project, Hotel 24 South has been recognized by the National Trust for Historic Preservation for its historical and architectural significance.