Franklin-Colonial, VA
Roanoke
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Popular places to visit

Mill Mountain Star
Visit this iconic mountaintop landmark and admire panoramic views over the city of Roanoke. Look up at the symbol from the city at night when it shines bright.

Center in the Square
Enjoy a stop at Center in the Square, an entertaining place to visit in Roanoke. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.

Virginia Museum of Transportation
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Virginia Museum of Transportation in Roanoke. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.

Taubman Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Taubman Museum of Art during your trip to Roanoke. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.

Mill Mountain Park
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Mill Mountain Park, a lovely green space in Roanoke. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

St. Andrews Catholic Church
After visiting St. Andrews Catholic Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Roanoke. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Franklin-Colonial Hotel Deals

Colony House Motor Lodge
Looked recently refurbished. Very clean. Very comfortable bed. Many useful accessories e.g. iron, hairdryer, makeup cloth etc. Good location. 10 or so mins from downtown. Area felt safe. Very helpful and friendly front desk staff. We would definitely stay here again when visiting Roanoke.
Reviewed on 2026/3/22

Quality Inn Tanglewood
The room they gave me
Reviewed on 2026/3/19

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
Nice quiet area with a restaurant in the same parking lot. Spacious rooms.
Reviewed on 2026/3/23

The Liberty Trust
Super clean. Good location. Bar and restaurant staff wanting. Not attentive, or not there, and no idea what going on at times. Room not made up, even after asking. Desk staff very friendly, but some gaps in the rest. Saturday breakfast a bust as had no cheese or eggs.
Reviewed on 2026/3/23

Spark by Hilton Roanoke Airport
Very clean, staff friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 2026/3/23

Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton
Very nice clean room, room service was excellent. Really needs to keep the coffeeshop open later then Noon. Even at a conference people want speciality coffee
Reviewed on 2026/3/22
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Other neighborhoods around Franklin-Colonial

South Roanoke
While visiting South Roanoke, you might make a stop by sights like Mill Mountain Park and River's Edge Sports Complex.

Greater Raleigh Court
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Greater Raleigh Court and surrounding area, you can visit The River Rock and Jefferson Center.

Wasena
While Wasena isn't home to many top sights, The River Rock and Jefferson Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

Old Southwest
Boasting a mix of architectural styles like Queen Anne and Colonial Revival, this historic district home to Roanoke's first public park, Highland Park, and the Beth Israel Synagogue, with commercial areas concentrated along Franklin Road.

South Jefferson
While there might not be top attractions in South Jefferson, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mill Mountain Star and Center in the Square.

Mountain View
Though Mountain View might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like The River Rock and Jefferson Center.
