Amherst Travel Guide

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Big Rocky Bow - Amherst County, VA
Big Rocky Bow - Amherst County, VA
View from the Appalachian Trail in the grassy meadows atop Cole Mountain (a.k.a., Cold Mountain) in Amherst County, Virginia
View from the Appalachian Trail in the grassy meadows atop Cole Mountain (a.k.a., Cold Mountain) in Amherst County, Virginia
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Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Lynchburg

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Lynchburg

2.5 out of 5
5704 Seminole Ave Lynchburg VA
The price is NZ$174 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$174
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lynchburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Very clean and quiet. Staff is very friendly and welcoming. Only negative is bathroom is small with zero counter space but room was big. Comfortable bed and great pillows.

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Lynchburg
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lynchburg at Liberty Univ.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lynchburg at Liberty Univ.

3 out of 5
3320 Candlers Mountain Rd Lynchburg VA
The price is NZ$157 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$157
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lynchburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
Joanne was great when I came down to get breakfast she made sure me and my husband was taken care of. She had a great spirit.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lynchburg at Liberty Univ.
Wingate by Wyndham Lexington

Wingate by Wyndham Lexington

2.5 out of 5
1100 N Lee Hwy Lexington VA
The price is NZ$160 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
NZ$160
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Hallways were stinky, room didn’t feel fully clean. Staff was nice. Shower has yellowing to it in corner

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Wingate by Wyndham Lexington
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2br/2ba: Million Dollar View from Luxury Condo on the Ridge.

2br/2ba: Million Dollar View from Luxury Condo on the Ridge.

Roseland VA
Stay at this condo in Wintergreen. Enjoy a water park, laundry facilities and tennis courts. Popular attractions Wintergreen Resort and Raven's Roost Overlook ...
9/10 Wonderful! (312 reviews)
Bedrooms colder than rest of house. Especially the master. Other than that we are having a good stay.

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

2br/2ba: Million Dollar View from Luxury Condo on the Ridge.
Love Ridge Mountain Lodging

Love Ridge Mountain Lodging

3 out of 5
45 Royal Oaks Ln Montebello VA
Stay at this cabin in Montebello. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Wintergreen Resort and Sherando Lake Recreation Area are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
The cabin was very clean. The area is nice and quiet. Short drives to local groceries, restaurants, shopping and outdoor activities andactivited

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Love Ridge Mountain Lodging
The Modern Mountain Condo

The Modern Mountain Condo

Wintergreen Resort VA
Stay at this condo in Wintergreen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Wintergreen Resort and Raven's Roost Overlook are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
Host communicated well, kept us in the loop. The condo was very comfortable and well appointed and clean.

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

The Modern Mountain Condo
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Popular places to visit

Sweet Briar College

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Sweet Briar College during your trip to Amherst. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Sweet Briar College

Winton Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Amherst at Winton Country Club. You'll find more to see and do in this family-friendly area.

Winton Country Club

Mary Helen Cochran Library

Mary Helen Cochran Library is just one of the places to see in Amherst, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's live music and shops.

Mary Helen Cochran Library

Lower Sweetbriar Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lower Sweetbriar Lake during your travels in Amherst. Discover the area's live music and shops.

Lower Sweetbriar Lake

Amherst County Museum and Historical Society

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Amherst County Museum and Historical Society during your trip to Amherst. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's entertainment choices.

Amherst County Museum and Historical Society

Rebec Vineyards

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Rebec Vineyards during your travels to Amherst. You'll find more to see and do in this family-friendly area.

Rebec Vineyards

Cities near Amherst

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