It is charming and surrounded by hills and boasts numerous hotels and motels ideal for those on an extended Virginia vacation or drive through.
The town is around 150 miles west of Richmond, not too far from the border with West Virginia, between Virginia Tech and Smith Mountain Lake in the southwest.
Downtown is where most worthwhile Roanoke hotels can be found as the town is pretty spread out and non-descript. The main sights are the parks and buildings of downtown Roanoke where the Explore Park puts on concerts year round.
The cultural center and museum are also must-sees while the restored Hotel Roanoke is also a big tourist attraction.
Many people simply skip Roanoke altogether or just spend a day here, with the main draw for the outdoors type being Roanoke Valley at large. Roanoke can get hot and humid in the summer when there are many Roanoke hotel off-season bargains.
Our recommendations in Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton
Located in Roanoke, Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton is in the city center and connected to the convention center. Roanoke Visitor Center and Center in the Square are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Valley View Mall and City Market Building. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Salem Memorial Football Stadium or Haley Toyota Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark. Our guests love the hotel's central location.
Best Western Plus Inn at Valley View
In the city center, Best Western Plus Inn at Valley View is in an area with good shopping. Jefferson National Forest and Carvins Cove Natural Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hopkins Planetarium and City Market Building. Splash Valley at Green Ridge Recreation Center and Mill Mountain Zoo are also worth visiting.
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Blue Ridge Hotel and Conference Center
Near a train station, Blue Ridge Hotel and Conference Center is in an area with good shopping. Science Museum of Western Virginia and Harrison Museum of African-American Culture are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Center in the Square and Mill Mountain Star. Mill Mountain Zoo and Splash Valley at Green Ridge Recreation Center are also worth visiting.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Roanoke
Located in Roanoke, SpringHill Suites by Marriott Roanoke is in the business district. Center in the Square and Roanoke Visitor Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at River's Edge Sports Complex and Old Monterey Golf Club. City Market Building and Hopkins Planetarium are also worth visiting.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA is located in Roanoke. Old Monterey Golf Club and Read Mountain Preserve are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Valley View Mall and City Market Building. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Botetourt Sports Complex or Salem Memorial Football Stadium.
Ramada by Wyndham Roanoke
Located in Roanoke, Ramada by Wyndham Roanoke is in the business district. Center in the Square and Roanoke Visitor Center are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Jefferson National Forest and River's Edge Sports Complex. City Market Building and Hopkins Planetarium are also worth visiting.
Hyatt Place Roanoke Airport/Valley View Mall
In the suburbs, Hyatt Place Roanoke Airport/Valley View Mall is in an area with good shopping. O. Winston Link Museum and Roanoke Visitor Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Old Monterey Golf Club and River's Edge Sports Complex. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Salem Memorial Football Stadium or Haley Toyota Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark.
Holiday Inn Roanoke-Tanglewood-Rt 419&i581, an IHG Hotel
Located in Roanoke, Holiday Inn Roanoke-Tanglewood-Rt 419&i581 is in the business district and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at River's Edge Sports Complex and Mill Mountain Park, while Showtimers Community Theatre and Shaftman Performance Hall are cultural highlights. Hopkins Planetarium and City Market Building are also worth visiting.
Knights Inn Roanoke
Knights Inn Roanoke is located in Roanoke. St. Andrews Catholic Church and Roanoke Visitor Center are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Valley View Mall and City Market Building. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Salem Memorial Football Stadium or Haley Toyota Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark.