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

Home to Virginia State University, this area boasts historic landmarks like Vawter Hall and Old President's House, and offers convenient access to the Petersburg Amtrak train station.

Ettrick
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Petersburg, VA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Petersburg, VA
2.5 out of 5
130 Wagner Road, Petersburg, VA
Fully refundable
The price is SAR 411 per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
SAR 411
SAR 474 total
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
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)
"Enjoyed our stay. Breakfast was spot on!"

Reviewed on 6 June 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Petersburg, VA
Hampton Inn by Hilton Petersburg Ft. Gregg Adams
Hampton Inn by Hilton Petersburg Ft. Gregg Adams
2.5 out of 5
11909 S Crater Rd, Petersburg, VA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 411 per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
SAR 411
SAR 462 total
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Petersburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (145 reviews)
"Room was clean, comfortable and quiet. Perfect for a one night stay on a road trip. Quintarus , at the reception desk was very pleasant and professional."

Reviewed on 1 June 2025

Hampton Inn by Hilton Petersburg Ft. Gregg Adams
Comfort Inn Petersburg Near Fort Gregg-Adams
Comfort Inn Petersburg Near Fort Gregg-Adams
2.5 out of 5
12001 S Crater Rd, Petersburg, VA
The price is SAR 385 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
SAR 385
SAR 432 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (936 reviews)
"Close to Ft. Gregg Adams"

Reviewed on 3 June 2025

Comfort Inn Petersburg Near Fort Gregg-Adams
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The Cozy Rancher | Petersburg | King Bed
The Cozy Rancher | Petersburg | King Bed
Petersburg
Stay at this vacation home in Petersburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Old Blandford Church and Petersburg National ...
Good deal
"Place was clean and ready. Perfect for what we needed"

Reviewed on 6 May 2025

The Cozy Rancher | Petersburg | King Bed
Blissful Nights
Blissful Nights
Petersburg
Stay at this apartment in Petersburg. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Trapezium House and Siege Museum ...
Relaxing Away From Home Experience in Petersburg
"I travel often and appreciate owners who know how to create a well-kept and relaxing experience. The place was exactly as described (in excellent condition). The owner was very professional and extremely helpful. I had a superb experience without any challenges. It was great to enjoy this well-maintained ..."

Reviewed on 17 October 2022

Blissful Nights
Fenced Yard, Swing Set: Pawfect for Family & Dogs!
Fenced Yard, Swing Set: Pawfect for Family & Dogs!
Petersburg
Stay at this vacation home in Petersburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Old Blandford Church and Centre Hill Museum ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Sleeping Haven
"The house is designed with an environment to enhance sleeping from black out shades, to comfortable mattresses and quality linens. Neighborhood was very quiet. Convenient to restaurants and grocery. Very clean. We arrived at night and had a little trouble seeing the house number. Our host, James, ..."

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

Fenced Yard, Swing Set: Pawfect for Family & Dogs!
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Popular places to visit

Rogers Stadium

Catch an event at Rogers Stadium during your trip to Petersburg. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Rogers Stadium

Pamplin Historical Park

5/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Pamplin Historical Park, a lovely green space in Petersburg. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Pamplin Historical Park

National Museum of the Civil War Soldier

You can browse the exhibits at National Museum of the Civil War Soldier, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Petersburg. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

National Museum of the Civil War Soldier

Dogwood Trace Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Petersburg at Dogwood Trace Golf Course. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Dogwood Trace Golf Course

Old Blandford Church

You can find out about the history of Petersburg with a trip to Old Blandford Church. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Old Blandford Church

Poplar Grove National Cemetery

You can learn about the history of Petersburg with a trip to Poplar Grove National Cemetery. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Poplar Grove National Cemetery

Reviews of Petersburg

3.6
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
59
5 - Excellent 19%
4 - Good
116
4 - Good 37%
3 - Okay
102
3 - Okay 32%
2 - Disappointing
18
2 - Disappointing 6%
1 - Terrible
20
1 - Terrible 6%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

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

Over all area

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

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

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

4/5 - Good

Alex

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

4/5 - Good

Jack

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.