Central Virginia, VA

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Richmond which includes a city and central business district
Monticello which includes a park
Monticello showing heritage architecture, a memorial and a garden
Richmond
Richmond featuring outdoor art and art as well as children

Where to stay in Central Virginia

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Downtown Richmond

4/5(1,138 area reviews)

Explore the central business district, home to Fortune 500 companies and architectural gems like the Virginia State Capitol. Discover vibrant nightlife in Shockoe Bottom and Shockoe Slip districts.

Downtown Richmond
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Short Pump

Boasting shopping centers like Short Pump Town Center and West Broad Village, this suburban area offers a variety of restaurants, a skating rink, and a bowling alley for entertainment.

Short Pump
Aerial sunset view of Richmond capital city of Virginia with dramatic sky overlooking the fan district and monroe ward, main street

Fan District

5/5(8 area reviews)

Boasting a long stretch of Victorian architecture, this residential area is home to VCU's Monroe Park Campus, tree-lined avenues, and numerous parks. Explore local cafes, restaurants, and the nearby Virginia Center for Architecture at Branch House.

Fan District
Historic buildings in the College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, Virginia, United States.

North Downtown

4.5/5(76 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in North Downtown, Paramount Theater and Downtown Mall are top sights worth seeing.

North Downtown
Lunch at the halfway house. Trust me. Get the shrimp. Yum!

North Chesterfield

While North Chesterfield might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Chesterfield Towne Center and River City Sportsplex.

North Chesterfield
Autumn at Grayson Highlands State Park Virginia

Belmont

While Belmont might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ting Pavilion and Downtown Mall.

Belmont
Omni Richmond Hotel

Omni Richmond Hotel

4 out of 5
100 S 12th St Richmond VA
The price is NT$5,236 per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
NT$5,236
NT$6,089 total
Mar 26 - Mar 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,340 reviews)
Hotel was nice. All staff waa great from the bellmen to the front desk to housekeeping.

Reviewed on 2026/3/15

Omni Richmond Hotel
English Inn of Charlottesville

English Inn of Charlottesville

3 out of 5
2000 Morton Drive Charlottesville VA
The price is NT$2,966 per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
NT$2,966
NT$3,501 total
Mar 17 - Mar 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlottesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,757 reviews)
The breakfast was excellent with many options. The rooms very clean with comfortable beds.

Reviewed on 2026/3/15

English Inn of Charlottesville
Graduate by Hilton Richmond

Graduate by Hilton Richmond

4 out of 5
301 West Franklin Street Richmond VA
The price is NT$4,700 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
NT$4,700
NT$5,465 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,357 reviews)
Gym had nice equipment. Bed was way too soft and mushy

Reviewed on 2026/3/15

Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Wilderness Presidential Resort

Wilderness Presidential Resort

3 out of 5
9220 Plank Rd Spotsylvania VA
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Spotsylvania. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Chancellorsville Battlefield ...
9/10 Wonderful! (80 reviews)
Was an all out great experience. Will definitely plan to go back

Reviewed on 2026/3/14

Wilderness Presidential Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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