Petersburg, VA

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Where to stay in Petersburg

Virginia State University is a public, historically black college located in Petersburg, Virginia.  The university is the first fully supported, four year institution for African Americans in the United States and is one of two land-grant colleges in the State of Virginia.

The university was founded on March 6, 1882 as the Virginia Normal and College Institute after the state legislature passed a bill sponsored by Delegate Alfred W. Harris, a black attorney, which chartered the university.  The state established the university to serve the needs of a population that was at the time excluded from other public institutions in Virginia.  Virginia Normal and College Institute opened as a teacher training college for both male and female black students but it also included a modest liberal arts curriculum. @ Virginia State University

Ettrick

While visiting Ettrick, you might make a stop by sights like Rogers Stadium and Appomattox River.

Ettrick
Days Inn by Wyndham Petersburg/South Fort Lee
Days Inn by Wyndham Petersburg/South Fort Lee
2 out of 5
12208 S Crater Rd/I-95, S on I-95 Exit 45, Petersburg, VA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR71 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
SAR71
per night
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Petersburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Dogwood Trace Golf Course and ...
5.6/10 (1,002 reviews)
"Its a nice relaxing place to stay. Got a pool which kids love& adults can relax and spend time together. Enjoyed our nights here. Just wish they had more deal for cheaper nights or cheaper nights"

Reviewed on 5 Jun, 2024

Days Inn by Wyndham Petersburg/South Fort Lee
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Petersburg, VA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Petersburg, VA
2.5 out of 5
130 Wagner Road, Petersburg, VA
The price is SAR119 per night from Jul 4 to Jul 5
SAR119
per night
Jul 4 - Jul 5
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Petersburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"This is our early overnight stay on our way to the beach. Always a nice stay for the night"

Reviewed on 22 Jun, 2024

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Petersburg, VA
Holiday Inn Express Petersburg, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Petersburg, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
11979 S Crater Rd, Petersburg, VA
The price is SAR143 per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
SAR143
per night
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Petersburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The breakfast was very good and the staff were friendly."

Reviewed on 17 Jun, 2024

Holiday Inn Express Petersburg, an IHG Hotel
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.
Peaceful Single family 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Home
Peaceful Single family 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Home
Petersburg
Stay at this vacation home in Petersburg. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Dogwood Trace Golf Course and Old Blandford ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (12 reviews)
It is alright
"Nice little house with lots of room. Sleeps at least 8 people. The house seems to be a work in process, as missing handles, caulking the bathroom floor etc. Was clean, only one room has closet space. Needed more dishes, pot holders and to go through their shelves. Advertised as pet friendly for both ..."

Reviewed on 8 Apr, 2024

Peaceful Single family 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Home
Nice! 3br home near VSU x Fort Lee Military Base mins from DT Richmond, VA
Nice! 3br home near VSU x Fort Lee Military Base mins from DT Richmond, VA
Petersburg
Stay at this vacation home in Petersburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Dogwood Trace Golf Course and Petersburg ...
10/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
Great place, great host!
"Stayed here instead of hotel while working nearby, it was great!"

Reviewed on 12 Apr, 2024

Nice! 3br home near VSU x Fort Lee Military Base mins from DT Richmond, VA
Cozy Three Bedroom Fully Furnished house
Cozy Three Bedroom Fully Furnished house
Petersburg
Stay at this vacation home in Petersburg. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Rogers Stadium and MastRpieces Unlimited are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (7 reviews)
Ettrick
"Nice property, clean, very quiet. Absolutely worked perfectly for us. Thank you Al"

Reviewed on 28 Apr, 2024

Cozy Three Bedroom Fully Furnished house
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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Reviews of Petersburg

3.6
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
59
" "5 - Excellent 18.73015873015873%
4 - Good
116
" "4 - Good 36.82539682539682%
3 - Okay
102
" "3 - Okay 32.38095238095238%
2 - Disappointing
18
" "2 - Disappointing 5.714285714285714%
1 - Terrible
20
" "1 - Terrible 6.349206349206349%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Feb 15, 2020

Petersburg is not a bad place. It has its ups and downs just like any other city in the United States and I like phat Phillies restaurant behind the motel.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler
Feb 11, 2020

Over all area

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Feb 4, 2020

Petersburg is not a bad place to stay. Like any city it has its ups and downs but if you just stay to yourself and family you will be fine.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Jan 26, 2020

Downtown Petersburg did not have any dining options, many run down houses, closed stores

4/5 - Good

Alex
Dec 23, 2019

I love the restaurant behind the hotel called Phat Phillies. It's great.

4/5 - Good

Jack
Dec 17, 2019

Based on the sites mentioned here, I would like to revisit. However, no way would I recommend Flagship Inn. No blanket? come on. I just wanted out of there.