Amherst, VA Hotels

The small town of Amherst, VA offers easy access to James River State Park. George Washington National Forest is also in close proximity. While Amherst itself is home to only one hotel, the historic city of Lynchburg is only 15 miles away, offering a number of lodging choices as well as close proximity to Appomattox-Buckingham State Forest.

Amherst Inn

Built in 1948 and renovated in 2001, Amherst Inn offers a relaxing retreat after a day exploring the trails in the nearby national forest. Rooms include refrigerators, alarm clocks, free high-speed Internet access, cable TV and free local calling. Choose from a room with one king size bed or two double beds. Complimentary breakfast is provided.

Amherst Inn
116 Richmond Hwy
Amherst, VA 24521
434-946-7641
amherstinnva.com

Craddock Terry Hotel

This upscale boutique Craddock Terry Hotel offers 44 guest rooms with interesting architectural details such as exposed brick and stone and contemporary decor. Buster Brown, the hotel's canine mascot, is available for walks on local trails. Amenities include flat panel cable TV, CD player, MP3 docking station, high-speed Internet access and coffee maker. The location of the hotel puts you within steps of local shopping, dining and attractions.

Craddock Terry Hotel
1312 Commerce St.
Lynchburg, VA 24504
434-455-1500
craddockterryhotel.com

Holiday Inn

Holiday Inn located in Lynchburg offers many desirable amenities including an outdoor rooftop pool, live entertainment, laundry facilities, business center and fitness center. Rooms are decorated in a simple, stylish decor and include cable TV, free morning newspaper, VCR, coffee maker, iron/ironing board, hair dryer and wireless Internet access. Lunchbag On Main Restaurant is in the hotel and serves three meals a day; children of guests eat for free.

Holiday Inn
601 Main St.
Lynchburg, VA 24504
434-528-2500
holidayinn.com

Travelodge Lynchburg

Travelodge of Lynchburg offers a budget-friendly option for accommodations. Amenities include free continental breakfast, free high-speed Internet access, an outdoor pool, vending machines and laundry facilities. Rooms contain a coffee maker, hair dryer, satellite TV, clock radio, safe, microwave, refrigerator and iron/ironing board. A king suite with whirlpool is also available. Pets are welcome at the Travelodge. Nearby attractions include Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest, Blue Ridge Parkway, Lynchburg Courthouse and Wintergreen Ski Resort.

Travelodge Lynchburg
1500 Main St.
Lynchburg, VA 24504
434-845-5975
travelodge.com

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Article Written By Sarah Schreiber

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